A short guide to choosing the right hub count. Your AUPE partner will refine the recommendation based on your kitchen layout.
What kind of meals do you usually make?
All built on the same AUPE architecture. The only thing that changes is layout.
| single | dual | standard | advanced | full surface | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooking zones | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Best for | Studios, compact kitchens | Couples and small households | Everyday family cooking | Busy, multi-cook households | Large kitchens, frequent hosting |
| Island length | From ~1.2 m | From ~1.6 m | From ~2.0 m | From ~2.4 m | From ~3.0 m |
| Simultaneous use | Single zone | Both zones | Up to 3 zones | Up to 4 zones | Up to 5 zones |
| Power | 380V | 380V | 380V | 380V | 380V |
Place your cookware anywhere and the system detects its position automatically. The controls every other cooktop bakes into the surface, AUPE keeps in your hand — no panels, no glowing strip, no visual disruption. The countertop stays exactly what you designed.
Heating stops the moment the pan leaves the surface. No pan, no power.
The controller only works within 1.5 m. Walk away and the system shuts down.
Lock the controller against accidental activation — it stays locked until you release it.
A physical hardware switch, always accessible, regardless of controller state.
Honest about residual heat. The “H” indicator marks any zone still warm from cookware until it’s safe to touch again.
AUPE works with any induction-ready cookware — if a magnet sticks to the base, it works. No special set to buy, whatever the competition implies. You’re free to choose the design you love, not the one you’re handed.
A discreet AUPE mat sits between cookware and stone, protecting the surface and keeping the pan steady.
| Gas | Standard induction | aupe invisible induction | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visible cooktop | Yes | Yes | No |
| Use surface for prep & plating | No | Limited | Full |
| Cleaning | Difficult | Easy | Effortless |
| Surface behind active pan | Hot, open flame | Hot under pan, glass top | Warm under pan only |
| Energy efficiency | ~40% | ~85% | ~85% |
| Aesthetic integration | Low | Medium | Complete |
| Wear over time | Scratches and discolouring | Glass scuffs and dulls | Flawless, always |
Four things to specify on day one. The rest is handled by your AUPE partner during installation planning.
Engineered porcelain of qualified thickness. Only premium-grade porcelain qualifies — quality is non-negotiable.
All configurations run on a standard 380V connection — preferably on a dedicated cable, not shared.
Integrated with your countertop fabrication, not a separate appointment. Handled by your AUPE partner.
2-year manufacturer warranty as standard, extendable to 5. Fully covered when installed by a certified partner.
AUPE is supplied and installed exclusively through certified partners. Find one in your region to begin specification.