MEDION MD18493 at a glance
In short: the MEDION MD18493 scores 7,7/10 in our double hob review (from €80). Biggest strength: cheapest induction (from €80). Main compromise: magnetic pans needed & shared power.
All specifications come from manufacturer data sheets and the Amazon catalogue and were cross-checked before publication. The rating is an editorial overall assessment based on this data; we do not trial products ourselves.
MEDION MD18493: what works, what doesn't?
What works well
- Cheapest induction (from €80): induction entry well below the premium hobs
- Fast & efficient: induction advantages: speed, efficiency, cool surface
- 10 levels + timer: temperature selection 60 to 240 °C and time switch
- Known brand (MEDION): established in electronics retail
- Easy to clean: wipe the smooth glass ceramic
Points of criticism
- Magnetic pans needed & power shared: induction cookware required, 3,500 W for both zones
Specifications in detail
| Type | Double induction hob (portable) |
| Cooking zones | 2 |
| Total power | 3,500 W (shared across 2 zones) |
| Speeds | 10 power/temperature levels |
| Temperature range | approx. 60 to 240 °C |
| Timer | yes |
| Safety | automatic pan detection, overheating protection |
| Controls | Sensor touch with LED display |
| Cookware | induction-compatible (magnetic) |
| Surface / weight | black glass ceramic · 4.2 kg |
What does it cost to run?
At a maximum of 3,500 W power draw, an hour of use at 35 ct/kWh (German electricity price) costs about €1.22. That applies at full load; real cooking and working cycles usually run lower.
Calculation basis: 35 ct/kWh (German electricity price, 2026, rounded). Values from the manufacturer data sheet; actual costs depend on use and tariff.
Build quality & everyday use
What carries the MEDION MD18493 in everyday use: cheapest induction (from €80) (an induction entry well below the premium hobs) and fast & efficient (induction benefits: speed, efficiency, cool surface). We have to be honest about the weaknesses: magnetic pans needed & shared power, induction cookware is a must, 3,500 W for both zones.
If you set the device up to save space, make sure it stands on a stable, level surface with some air around it. This protects the mechanics and electronics in continuous use.
Who is the MEDION MD18493 suited to? (buying advice)
Perfect for:
- ✓Cheapest way into induction
- ✓Anyone who wants speed & efficiency
- ✓Single/2-person kitchen
Less suitable for:
- ✕Anyone who uses aluminium or glass pots
- ✕Anyone looking for maximum durability
MEDION MD18493 compared with alternatives
Head-to-head with the top alternatives from our double hobs comparison
| Feature | MEDION MD18493 | AMZCHEF Doppel-Induktion 3500W | Rommelsbacher CT 3420/IN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Induction | Induction | Induction |
| Power | 3,500 W | 3,500 W | 3,400 W |
| Control | 10 levels + timer | 20 levels + timer | 10 levels, 60 to 220 °C |
| Pots | induction-compatible | induction-compatible | induction-compatible |
| Weight | 4.2 kg | 4.1 kg | 4.6 kg |
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Verdict: is the MEDION MD18493 worth it?
A solid option with a clear profile: if you can live with magnetic pans needed & shared power, from €80 you get mainly one thing: cheapest induction (from €80). It suits best: the cheapest way into induction.
If you want to compare alternatives, you will find detailed data and reviews on our double hobs comparison page.
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