--- product_id: 1135421 title: "ESB-301F Countertop Single Cast Iron Burner, 1000 Watts Electric Hot Plate, Temperature Controls, Power Indicator Lights, Easy to Clean, White" brand: "elite gourmet" price: "VT13018" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 category: "Elite Gourmet" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1135421-esb-301f-countertop-single-cast-iron-burner-1000-watts-electric store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 1000W rapid heat Nonstick cast iron Precise temp control ESB-301F Countertop Single Cast Iron Burner, 1000 Watts Electric Hot Plate, Temperature Controls, Power Indicator Lights, Easy to Clean, White **Brand:** elite gourmet **Price:** VT13018 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ”₯ Elevate your countertop game β€” cook smart, clean fast, and never miss a meal! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ESB-301F Countertop Single Cast Iron Burner, 1000 Watts Electric Hot Plate, Temperature Controls, Power Indicator Lights, Easy to Clean, White by elite gourmet - **How much does it cost?** VT13018 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1135421-esb-301f-countertop-single-cast-iron-burner-1000-watts-electric) ## Best For - elite gourmet enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted elite gourmet brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Safety-First Features:** Power indicator lights and non-skid feet keep your cooking safe and stable every time. - β€’ **Powerful 1000W Heating:** Boil, simmer, or keep warm with fast, reliable heat that fits your busy lifestyle. - β€’ **Sleek Cast Iron Surface:** Nonstick, easy-to-clean plate that keeps your countertop spotless and cooking smooth. - β€’ **Compact & Portable Design:** Take your gourmet game anywhere β€” office, dorm, camping, or that extra kitchen station. - β€’ **Adjustable Temperature Knob:** Dial in your perfect cooking temp from low to high for versatile meal prep. ## Overview The Elite Gourmet ESB-301F is a compact, 1000-watt electric hot plate featuring a durable cast iron cooking surface with nonstick properties. It offers adjustable temperature controls for precise cooking, power indicator lights for safety, and non-skid feet for stability. Lightweight and portable, it’s perfect for small spaces, extra cooking needs, or on-the-go meal prep, combining efficiency with easy cleanup. ## Description Cooking is quick, easy and consistent with the Elite Gourmet Electric Single Buffet Burner. This portable electric hot plate offers reliable heating and takes up minimal cooking space. At 1,000 watts, it heats up quickly with an adjustable temperature knob. The non-stick cast iron hot plate will ensure even cooking and makes clean up a breeze. It features adjustable temperature control with Off, Warm, Low, Medium, and High settings. The heavy duty cast-iron flat heating plate is easy to clean. The cool-touch base and non-skid rubber feet for stable cooking. It's perfect when you need an extra heat source for holiday cooking and entertaining, or simply use it to keep food warm at a buffet station. Review: Much, much better than many reviews report - I almost didn't order one of these because of so many negative reviews. But I have to tell you, it works wonderfully and I am extremely happy with it after 3 weeks of use. I use it nearly every day, at least once a day. Packaging is solid. The unit boils water with no problems whatsoever. Just to give readers an idea how I tend to use this hot plate, I mainly use it to boil water for making soups and ramen, or to boil rice and beans. Being single, I only need to cook for one person, so the amount of water I need to boil never exceeds 3 cups at a time. This unit provides plenty of power to do this (can't remember for sure, but I believe this hot plate is 1000 watts). I never need to use it for more than 12 minutes or so at a time. It boils 2 1/2 cups of water in about 7 minutes (very respectable in my opinion). When I'm making just rice or rice and beans, I bring it to a boil for 5 minutes, then I turn the unit off because I place the pot I'm using into an insulated pot cozy for 20 minutes more to finish cooking without the need to use more energy. Some reviewers reported the power indicator light goes out. And yes, sometimes it does. This is because once the iron plate heats up to temperature, the heat element turns itself on and off to maintain the temperature you have selected, not because it's shorting out. The first 2 or 3 times I used the hot plate, there was a faint smell from the hot plate. Most likely it was from a factory coating placed on the heating element when it was manufactured to protect it from corrosion during shipping/storage. After using it a couple of times, I smell nothing but good food cooking. I was never concerned about it catching fire, like other reviewers have reported. I don't know how long some reviewers who left negative opinions were using this hot plate, and maybe they really did have major issues with this particular model of hot plate. But no one with problems mentions how long they had the unit on before experiencing their issues. Since I don't plan on making seven course meals on this single burner hot plate, and don't need to have it on more than 15 minutes at a time, I don't expect to ever have a problem with this product. Even if this hot plate conks out on me right now, I feel it was well worth the twenty bucks. I suspect it will last a very long time because the build quality is very simple but durable, maybe with the excemption of the temperature selection knob which feels a little flimsy (though it is not wobbly or jiggly, just a little too easy to turn in my opinion). But I'm only planning on using that to dial to the temperature I need, not swing on it. It turns on, it turns off. When you're done with it, unplug it like you should unplug every other appliance that's not being used. Extremely pleased with this product. In fact, in the time it took to boot up my computer and write this review, my rice was finishing cooking in it's pot cozy. And now it's done. I have no complaints whatsoever, and I would highly recommend this hot plate for someone like myself who wishes to make very simple meals. Update, August 2013: Had this hot plate for 2 1/2 years now, and it continues to work fine after nearly daily use. The temperature selection knob has gotten a little wobbly, and it feels like it could pull off if I were to try to do so, but it seems to work equally well today as when it was brand new. For a $20 hot plate it could burn out tomorrow and I'd still be pleased with the service it's given me (though I expect it will continue to work for years to come). Review: Absolutely no complaints! Loved it! - In May, 2010, my family and I began the daunting remodeling of our kitchen. We decided to live at home during construction (a pretty major re-do) and, wanting not only to save money, but to continue to eat in a healthy fashion, we really didn't want to eat out every night - costly, salty and fatty! So enter this little gadget. We used this almost every single day (2 adults, 2 kids), for at least one meal/use daily, for four and a half months (it was a long project!). Not one single glitch. I'd credit it, almost single handedly (well, along with a fantastic toaster oven - the Proctor Silex 31120 Pizza Oven - and the microwave) for allowing us to achieve our goals. In the entire period, we ate out twice, and that was by choice. We have every intention of keeping it as a "fifth burner," giving us some flexiblity, now that our kitchen is finished. We have a new induction stove (FANTASTIC, btw), so this will let us use our old pots/pans that aren't induction compatible. And when our daughter goes off to college, I can see this little unit potentially going with her. Yes, it's a little slower than a "real" stove, but it did everything we asked of it and more. Easy to clean (the cast iron burner is virtually one piece with the body and, as a solid top, stuff doesn't drop between/below the burner like a unit with coils), and the heat output was pretty controllable - never burned anything. We used pots and pans, up to 10" skillet size. Technically, it's a little small for that (based on burner size) but it worked fine. Probably wouldn't try a 12", unless it's all you have, but I'll bet it'll work, just not as uniform heat distribution. And it was very stable. It's solid, but not too heavy. Non-skid feet, very level and broad footprint, yet it was very unobtrusive on a small wet-bar countertop, leaving room for cutting/dicing of other things. Sure, individual units may not be good (see other reviews), but this thing has POTENTIAL. I don't regret buying it one bit; if you do and yours doesn't heat, I'd recommend returning it; you probably got a bad one! Happy cooking! UPDATE - 10/28/2019 - Nine (9) years later (!) and it's still awesome! UPDATE - 10/6/2025 - still going strong! ## Features - EASY TO CLEAN: 6.4-inch Cast Iron flat cooking plate is nonstick and easy to clean with a damp cloth or non abrasive sponge - ADJUSTABLE TEMPERATURE CONTROL: Quickly reach and sustain the desired LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH heat settings with the variable temperature knob to keep food warm or boil hot water. - BUILT IN SAFETY: Power indicator light on the front of the burner reminds users when the item is powered ON; non skid feet ensures the burner remains stable during use. - COMPACT & PORTABLE: The compact size of our burner makes it an easily accessible item to take on the go wherever an extra cooking device is needed, at school, office, camping trips or home. - Efficient Power - With a wattage of 1000 Watts, the hot plate and individual temperature controls provides sufficient heat for all your cooking needs. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000B2WOWE | | Best Sellers Rank | #99,022 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #145 in Countertop Burners | | Brand Name | Elite Gourmet | | Color | White | | Controls Type | Knob | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (8,081) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00717056118060 | | Heating Element | Sealed | | Included Components | Hot Plate | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 3.5"D x 8.7"W x 9.5"H | | Item Type Name | Electric Hot Burner, Temperature Controls, Power Indicator Lights, Easy to Clean | | Item Weight | 1.98 Pounds | | Manufacture Year | 2023 | | Manufacturer | Elite Cuisine | | Material | Plastic | | Model Number | ESB-301F | | Number of Heating Elements | 1 | | Part Number | ESB-301F | | Power Source | electric | | Special Features | Manual | | UPC | 717056118060 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Voltage | 120 | | Warranty Description | 1-Year limited warranty part and labor with proof of purchase | | Wattage | 1000 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Elite Gourmet - **Burner type:** Sealed - **Color:** White - **Controls Type:** Knob - **Heating Elements:** 1 - **Material:** Plastic - **Product Dimensions:** 3.5"D x 8.7"W x 9.5"H - **Special Feature:** Manual - **Voltage:** 120 - **Wattage:** 1000 watts ## Images ![ESB-301F Countertop Single Cast Iron Burner, 1000 Watts Electric Hot Plate, Temperature Controls, Power Indicator Lights, Easy to Clean, White - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/614ZKy9FBwL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: what is the burner size** A: the large burner is 6.5 inches diameter. the small burner is 5 inches diameter. the large burner is 930 watts. the small burner is 605 watts. with bother burners on at the same time is 1490 watts. that could be an inaccuracy in my killawatt. i forgot to do a surface temperature measurement. my bad. **Q: I would likely use this only near the table in a small skillet to keep some things warm (e.g., naan). Seems like it would work for that purpose?** A: I use this to keep a metal coffee carafe warm. Works fine. When needed, I will also use it to keep other things warm. I did not get it for the purpose of heating or cooking. **Q: Is this hot place safe to use in a science classroom with glass beakers?** A: I would think that the hot plate could be used in the science classroom, remembering that some of the glass beakers had a direct flame under them. **Q: will it boil water in 12" diameter steamer pot** A: This MaxiMatic is the second single burner I have owned. I remember reading that one should not use a pot or pan that is wider than the burner. (Possibly for safety reasons - - think of accidentally tilting. The model I have is ~ 8 1/2" in width.) 12" pots or pans would overhang. Also, my burner is elevated about 3 1/4" above the cabinet top surface. (Easier to tilt an overhanging pot or pan.) The burner is certainly powerful enough to bring liquids to boil. I actually use mine more than the burners on my range top. So convenient, and has good levels of controls to adjust for whatever food is to be cooked.) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Much, much better than many reviews report *by T***A on March 20, 2011* I almost didn't order one of these because of so many negative reviews. But I have to tell you, it works wonderfully and I am extremely happy with it after 3 weeks of use. I use it nearly every day, at least once a day. Packaging is solid. The unit boils water with no problems whatsoever. Just to give readers an idea how I tend to use this hot plate, I mainly use it to boil water for making soups and ramen, or to boil rice and beans. Being single, I only need to cook for one person, so the amount of water I need to boil never exceeds 3 cups at a time. This unit provides plenty of power to do this (can't remember for sure, but I believe this hot plate is 1000 watts). I never need to use it for more than 12 minutes or so at a time. It boils 2 1/2 cups of water in about 7 minutes (very respectable in my opinion). When I'm making just rice or rice and beans, I bring it to a boil for 5 minutes, then I turn the unit off because I place the pot I'm using into an insulated pot cozy for 20 minutes more to finish cooking without the need to use more energy. Some reviewers reported the power indicator light goes out. And yes, sometimes it does. This is because once the iron plate heats up to temperature, the heat element turns itself on and off to maintain the temperature you have selected, not because it's shorting out. The first 2 or 3 times I used the hot plate, there was a faint smell from the hot plate. Most likely it was from a factory coating placed on the heating element when it was manufactured to protect it from corrosion during shipping/storage. After using it a couple of times, I smell nothing but good food cooking. I was never concerned about it catching fire, like other reviewers have reported. I don't know how long some reviewers who left negative opinions were using this hot plate, and maybe they really did have major issues with this particular model of hot plate. But no one with problems mentions how long they had the unit on before experiencing their issues. Since I don't plan on making seven course meals on this single burner hot plate, and don't need to have it on more than 15 minutes at a time, I don't expect to ever have a problem with this product. Even if this hot plate conks out on me right now, I feel it was well worth the twenty bucks. I suspect it will last a very long time because the build quality is very simple but durable, maybe with the excemption of the temperature selection knob which feels a little flimsy (though it is not wobbly or jiggly, just a little too easy to turn in my opinion). But I'm only planning on using that to dial to the temperature I need, not swing on it. It turns on, it turns off. When you're done with it, unplug it like you should unplug every other appliance that's not being used. Extremely pleased with this product. In fact, in the time it took to boot up my computer and write this review, my rice was finishing cooking in it's pot cozy. And now it's done. I have no complaints whatsoever, and I would highly recommend this hot plate for someone like myself who wishes to make very simple meals. Update, August 2013: Had this hot plate for 2 1/2 years now, and it continues to work fine after nearly daily use. The temperature selection knob has gotten a little wobbly, and it feels like it could pull off if I were to try to do so, but it seems to work equally well today as when it was brand new. For a $20 hot plate it could burn out tomorrow and I'd still be pleased with the service it's given me (though I expect it will continue to work for years to come). ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely no complaints! Loved it! *by C***R on October 12, 2010* In May, 2010, my family and I began the daunting remodeling of our kitchen. We decided to live at home during construction (a pretty major re-do) and, wanting not only to save money, but to continue to eat in a healthy fashion, we really didn't want to eat out every night - costly, salty and fatty! So enter this little gadget. We used this almost every single day (2 adults, 2 kids), for at least one meal/use daily, for four and a half months (it was a long project!). Not one single glitch. I'd credit it, almost single handedly (well, along with a fantastic toaster oven - the Proctor Silex 31120 Pizza Oven - and the microwave) for allowing us to achieve our goals. In the entire period, we ate out twice, and that was by choice. We have every intention of keeping it as a "fifth burner," giving us some flexiblity, now that our kitchen is finished. We have a new induction stove (FANTASTIC, btw), so this will let us use our old pots/pans that aren't induction compatible. And when our daughter goes off to college, I can see this little unit potentially going with her. Yes, it's a little slower than a "real" stove, but it did everything we asked of it and more. Easy to clean (the cast iron burner is virtually one piece with the body and, as a solid top, stuff doesn't drop between/below the burner like a unit with coils), and the heat output was pretty controllable - never burned anything. We used pots and pans, up to 10" skillet size. Technically, it's a little small for that (based on burner size) but it worked fine. Probably wouldn't try a 12", unless it's all you have, but I'll bet it'll work, just not as uniform heat distribution. And it was very stable. It's solid, but not too heavy. Non-skid feet, very level and broad footprint, yet it was very unobtrusive on a small wet-bar countertop, leaving room for cutting/dicing of other things. Sure, individual units may not be good (see other reviews), but this thing has POTENTIAL. I don't regret buying it one bit; if you do and yours doesn't heat, I'd recommend returning it; you probably got a bad one! Happy cooking! UPDATE - 10/28/2019 - Nine (9) years later (!) and it's still awesome! UPDATE - 10/6/2025 - still going strong! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great *by J***E on January 30, 2026* Use for outdoor cooking works great and good quality ## Frequently Bought Together - Elite Gourmet ESB-301F Countertop Single Cast Iron Burner, 1000 Watts Electric Hot Plate, Temperature Controls, Power Indicator Lights, Easy to Clean, White - 250ml Beaker, Low Form Griffin, Borosilicate 3.3 Glass, Double Scale, Graduated, Karter Scientific 213D33 (Single) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1135421-esb-301f-countertop-single-cast-iron-burner-1000-watts-electric](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/1135421-esb-301f-countertop-single-cast-iron-burner-1000-watts-electric) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-05*