Induction cooking requires cookware made with a magnetic metal, as it uses magnetic properties to generate heat. Here are some types of pans that work with induction:

• Cast iron: Bare or enameled cast iron pans work with induction.
• Stainless steel: Many types of stainless steel cookware are induction compatible, but those with a high nickel content may not be.
• Magnetic stainless steel: Flat-bottomed pots or pans with or made from magnetic stainless steel work best on induction cooktops.
• Enameled iron: Enameled iron pans work with induction.
• Nickel: Pots and pans made from nickel work with induction.

On the other hand, here are some types of pans that do not work with induction:

• Aluminum: Aluminum cookware will not work unless it has a layer on the bottom with magnetic properties.
• Copper: Copper cookware will not work unless it has a layer on the bottom with magnetic properties.
• Glass: Glass cookware will not work unless it has a layer on the bottom with magnetic properties.
• Clay: Clay cookware will not work unless it has a layer on the bottom with magnetic properties.
• Non-magnetic stainless steel: Non-magnetic stainless steel cookware will not work with induction.

To check if a pan is compatible with induction, you can test if the base is attracted by a magnet. Many new cookware have labeling that clearly states whether it is induction-ready.