Not all stainless steel pots are magnetic and can work on your induction stove. There are two known types of stainless steel used in cookware: austenitic stainless steel and ferritic stainless steel. Because of the difference in the atomic arrangement of the two steels, the ferritic stainless steels remain generally magnetic, while austenitic stainless steels are usually not. Better make sure to check the manufacturer guide regarding the type of stainless steel that you own before using it on your induction cooktops.