Breville
Breville Control Freak Smart Induction Cooker
Best precision induction cooker for serious home chefs seeking professional results.
Experience unparalleled cooking precision with the Breville Control °Freak Smart Induction Cooker. This revolutionary system accurately measures, sets, and holds temperatures from 77°F to 482°F, ensuring consistent, perfect results every time. Its advanced through-glass sensor monitors surface temperature 20 times per second for rapid recovery, while Probe Control™ offers precise ingredient temperature management. Ideal for delicate sauces, precise meat cooking, or tempering chocolate, it brings professional-level control to your kitchen.
$1499.95
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
4
/ 186
#4 in Hot Plates
Price vs Category Average
+344%
Above average
Number of Burners
1
Who it's for
- Culinary perfectionists needing exact heat for delicate tasks
- Home chefs wanting consistent results without guesswork
- Serious cooks requiring durable, professional-grade equipment
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious cooks seeking an affordable kitchen solution
- Users with limited counter space or small kitchens
- Casual cooks who only need basic boiling and searing
Performance breakdown
Temperature Precision
Unrivaled thermal stability keeps delicate sauces and stocks perfectly consistent.
Interface Intuition
Color touchscreen makes complex programming feel effortless for home cooks.
Build Quality
Commercial-grade stainless steel and ceramic glass built for heavy-duty use.
Heating Speed
Rapid induction power brings liquids to a boil in seconds.
Versatility
Handles everything from gentle sous-vide to high-heat searing with ease.
Safety Engineering
Dual fan cooling and water protection ensure reliable, long-term operation.
Key Specs
Number of Burners
1
Burner Type
Induction
Temperature Range
77°F - 482°F
Surface Material
Ceramic Glass
Portable
False
Overheat Protection
False
Indicator Light
False
Control Type
Digital Display
Features
- Precise temperature control from 77°F to 482°F
- Real-time through-glass sensor for accurate monitoring
- Probe Control™ for ingredient-specific temperature
- Create Function to save custom cooking settings
- Automatic power adjustment for deep frying
- Heat Intensity Control for delicate tasks
- Dual fan cooling system for continuous operation
- Large color TFT LCD screen
What customers say
This induction cooker earns high praise, especially for its unparalleled temperature accuracy and control. Users consistently highlight its ability to execute precise tasks like tempering and sauce making flawlessly. The commercial grade build quality also impresses, suggesting excellent durability. While the high price positions it as a premium investment, dedicated cooks find the mastery it offers justifies the cost. For those demanding absolute consistency and precision in their culinary work, this appliance is considered an indispensable, game changing instrument that elevates results.
Know before you buy
Because this is an induction cooker, you must use induction-compatible cookware, such as cast iron, enameled cast iron, or magnetic stainless steel. The unit is compatible with pans up to 12 inches in diameter.
The included probe plugs directly into the unit and monitors the actual temperature of the liquid or food inside your pan. This allows the cooker to adjust heat output automatically to maintain a precise internal temperature, which is essential for tasks like tempering chocolate or sous-vide style cooking.
Yes, the unit features a 72-hour timer with repeat and keep-warm functions. This makes it suitable for extended cooking processes like slow-simmering stocks or maintaining precise temperatures for fermentation.
While it carries commercial certifications like NSF and UL, its compact footprint and intuitive touchscreen make it an excellent tool for serious home cooks. It is designed to fit standard kitchen countertops while providing professional-grade temperature stability.
Most induction cooktops estimate heat based on power levels, but the Control Freak uses a through-glass sensor that monitors the pan surface 20 times per second. This real-time feedback loop allows for rapid temperature recovery and prevents the common issue of overshooting your target heat.
Yes, the interface allows you to create and save custom cooking programs. This is particularly useful if you have specific recipes or techniques you perform frequently and want to replicate with exact consistency.
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