Is the bottom completely flat so it will work on induction and without a ring? How stable is the wok without a ring?
1144410
Yes, the bottom flat. I'm using mine with a gas stove but I'm sure it will work with an induction stove as well. Either way, great product!
1144411
It is perfectly flat for a diameter of about 7 inches in the middle, then it curves up from there. It sits nicely on a gas stove without a ring. I have never used induction, but it should work. It is not as thick as most cast iron. So, it heats a little more quickly.
1144412
The bottom is flat and works great on any stove range (gas or induction or coil). I have an induction stove and it is very stable and adequate. No metallic ring needed
1144413
Yes, flat and stable. No ring required on any type of stove. Nicest wok I have ever owned, and I have had a few...
426118
Hmmm not sure about the bottom. It is very rounded. That's my one complaint is that it is quite tippy on a regular gas stove so you would definitely need support for induction.
2230001
Whirlpool W10216179 Wok Ring A regular wok ring didn't work for me, but someone gave me one of these, a Whirlpool Wok Ring (I don't know if the link is allowed, if not just search for it on Amazon.) A round bottom is MUCH better than a flat bottom when it comes to woking. If you need to know why, I can write you the 10+ page answer.
45252
Since the bottom of the wok is rounded, the ring allows you to set it on a burner. The ring goes around the burner and the wok sits on the ring. I have one of these woks. I use it regularly. A great way to prepare many fine Asian recipes. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
193480
It is an actual wok just Americans don't use that word for their pans. Has a center flat spot about 6 inches across then slanted sides so it cooks well in a larger area like a wok... We think it works wonderfully for stir fry, which we use it for every night being big veggie eaters. There is no nonstick surface to come off in the food, it's stainless steel, cleans up great, even if you burn just use ajax or comet with a scrubby. I was buying "woks" from Walmart once a month (nonstick surface coming off etc) then found this pan and haven't needed a new pan in months! Worth $100 to me and it was so much less!
515865
Yes, this completely round with no flat spots. We recommend this wok....it's great.
634335
Hi Mark, yes, it works on induction cooktops (I have one), but it of course won't work as well as if you had a gas stove instead. You can still make great stir-fries and other dishes with it though! Despite having an induction cooktop (I really miss having a gas one), I'm really happy with my wok and happy that I purchased it. So I definitely highly recommend buying it! Plus, the business owners are really nice too! When I had questions about mine, I emailed them. They were so kind and helpful! :)
2082316
The bottom surface is flat. It is a metal plate that has been welded to the bottom of the kettle--also flat. I have an induction range and the kettle works fine with it. If the kettle should boil dry and overheat that plate may warp (happened to a friend). Otherwise the kettle is very serviceable. I use it daily.
1470946
If you are using a gas stove I see no reason for a ring. If you're using an electric stove I see no reason for a wok. Just wont be able to maintain the heat needed.
477155
Sides are straight but bottom is curved.. Not as deep as a wok, but would definitely work better on a gas range rather than ceramic cooktop (which I have). With that said, I love it.
1223598
No, it's round bottom will not have enough contact for a heat transfer to place allowing for extremely high temperatures needed with WOK cooking.
438775
Yes the bottom the the Bialetti Venus Induction is flat and works very well with my induction cooktop. I am very happy with the results as I can closely control the temperature and slowly boil the water through the coffee maker.
151028
The round bottom wok is a traditional shape and needs a ring under it to place on a stove burner to keep it stable while cooking. With a flat bottom, you have a more stable wok that can rest sit directly on the burner of a gas or electric stove.
2003578
I had a heat induction top when I first got this wok. I had no problem bringing it to the high heat needed for wok cooking.
1028346
This is a round bottom Wok with a ring that it sits upon. Handles are to small. Consider getting one with a larger handle. The only thing we kept was the cover.
1854940
If you don't have the flat bottom wok, you will need the ring for any stove. All round bottom woks will require the ring for use on stoves
1080627
The bottom measures 6.5 inches flat to flat. It is NOT "maybe about 10 inch". I'm not sure why that last comment was made. It is not something you guess at. It measures what it measures, and the bottom of this wok is 6.5 inches. Great wok by the way. Fits great on a burner. No ring used or needed. Still lovin' mine!