Summary

The induction cooktop market in South Africa is growing, driven by increasing consumer demand for energy-efficient and technologically advanced home appliances. In terms of adoption, induction cooktops are still considered a luxury item by many consumers in South Africa, due to their higher cost compared to traditional gas or electric cooktops. However, there is a growing awareness of the energy efficiency and safety benefits of induction cooktops, which is driving demand in the market. However, the market in South Africa is still relatively small compared to other countries, and there is a limited selection of brands and models available. Some of the international brands that are available in South Africa include Bosch, AEG, and Siemens, as well as local brands such as Defy. The induction cooktop market in South Africa is expected to continue growing, driven by increasing consumer demand for energy-efficient and technologically advanced home appliances, as well as the trend towards smart homes. Speed Equals Efficiency is one reason South Africans install induction stoves in their kitchens. Unparalleled efficiency, cleaner than gas, simple control, pricing, and safety features, as well as an appealing aesthetic.

According to the research report "South Africa Induction Cooktop Market Overview, 2028," published by Bonafide Research, the South African induction cooktop market is expected to add USD 80.84 million by 2028. South Africa's induction cooktop market slowly increased because people now liked the new technology, so they adopted it slowly. But in South Africa, the price of gas is cheaper than electricity, and it is a better option for large families. The features of an induction cooktop are touch control, child safety lock, four cooking zones, and overflow detection. The amount of iron in the pans must be sufficient to produce a magnetic field. Ceramic, copper, and aluminium products are ineffective. South Africa has less adoption of induction cooktops due to compatibility concerns. But the dispute is getting hotter thanks to professional chefs who cook fine cuisine on electric induction ranges. However, the chefs argue that induction cooking is not only cleaner but also produces better culinary outcomes, despite the environmental and health hazards of gas burners being in the news.

The South African consumer induction cooktop market is expanding as a result of the new trend of modular kitchens. Growing middle-class spending on modular kitchens is increasing the demand for built-in induction cooktops and driving the expansion of the consumer induction cooktop market worldwide. The consumer induction cooktop market will continue to rise as a result of the expanding residential construction sector. The demand for space- and money-saving induction cooktops is being fueled by the expanding number of residential structures and a growing population, which is also driving up the need for appliances that maximise the use of tiny spaces. Induction cooktops are safer than gas cooktops since they don't have open flames, which is another factor in the rising popularity of induction cooktops among consumers.
For user convenience, a number of the newest induction cooktops come with pre-set menus. The pre-set menu modifies the temperature of the appliance in accordance with the foods that are cooking. The induction cooktop adjusts the temperature appropriately, whether boiling milk, cooking rice in a rice cooker, making roti, or frying veggies, in order to give flawlessly prepared meals with only one touch. Modern induction cooktops have an automatic pan-detecting system that makes sure the heating is swiftly switched off when the cookware is removed. Additionally, if the pan becomes too hot, the cooktop will automatically turn off if they fail to turn it off. There are numerous companies in South Africa that sell induction cooktops.

Considered in this report
• Geography: South Africa
• Historic year: 2017
• Base year: 2022
• Estimated year: 2023
• Forecast year: 2028

Aspects covered in this report
• South Africa Induction Cooktop market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Product Type:
• Built-In
• Freestanding

By Application:
• Residential
• Commercial

By Distribution Channel:
• Specialty Store
• Hypermarkets & Supermarkets
• Online

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and listing out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third party sources such as press releases, annual report of companies, analysing the government generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducted trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to Induction Cooktop industry, government bodies and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.