La Cafetière 13 cm Induction Conversion Plate, Silver Stainless Steel
Product description
For making coffee on an induction hob with a non-induction coffee maker, this 13 cm La Cafetière conversion plate sits between the hob and the pot. Place the plate on the heated hob, then rest the pot on top. It is designed to transfer and spread heat, letting you keep using suitable cookware that would not work directly on induction.
Where it shines
The main appeal is avoiding a switch to an entirely induction-compatible set of cookware just to use one coffee maker or pot. The plate acts as a heat-diffusing layer, so it may suit a daily coffee routine where you want to use an existing non-induction item on an induction hob. It is also described for cookware beyond coffee makers, which gives it a more general role than a coffee-only accessory.
This is a practical alternative to replacing a pot that still suits your needs. By contrast, buying induction-compatible cookware is the more direct approach if you want to use pots on the hob without an extra layer. The plate has a 13 cm diameter, so its format is worth considering alongside the base of the pot you intend to place on it, the supplied details do not specify a supported pot size range.
Key features
La Cafetière describes the plate as a quick, even heat-transfer solution, with a base designed to diffuse heat between the hob and the pot. The product information lists stainless steel as a material, while the description also mentions aluminium and stainless steel construction. A Bakelite handle is described as staying cool to the touch, which gives you a point to hold when moving the plate, although care is still sensible around hot cookware and a heated hob.
It is intended for use on an induction hob: set it on the heated surface and place the non-induction pot on top. The listed included component is the diffuser plate, so the coffee maker or cookware shown in use is not part of the supplied item. The details also state that it comes with a 12-month guarantee.
How to look after it
The stated care requirement is hand washing only. That is a small but relevant part of the routine: this is not an accessory to put in the dishwasher after making coffee. If you are choosing between a conversion plate and replacing your cookware, factor in that extra manual wash alongside how often you expect to use it.
Should you buy it?
It makes sense if you have a non-induction coffee maker or pot you want to continue using on an induction hob, and a 13 cm diffuser plate suits your setup. Its value is in adapting existing cookware rather than adding another coffee-making function. It might not be a great match if you prefer cookware that works directly on induction, or if hand-washing small kitchen accessories is a drawback for you. Within these limits, it is a focused way to bridge the gap between an induction hob and suitable non-induction cookware.