Takes a little bit longer to heat up than a proper stove but it works fine. Just be aware they are smaller burners. I've done pan-fried perogies, burgers, pasta, the works. Just invest in small good quality pots and pans and you should be be quite happy with it. I might add, you can turn the timer knobs to add or subtract time, but they are like toaster oven knobs so they are stiffer going backwards.