The major difference between an induction cooktop and an electric cooktop lies in their working. An induction cooktop uses electromagnetic radiation to transfer heat to the conductive cooking utensils without actually heating the induction element itself. In contrast, an electric cooktop radiates heat from its heating element to heat the cookware for cooking. Induction cooktops also use copper coils instead of metal coils used in electric cooktops for heating. Since there is no residual heat in an induction cooktop, it doesn’t require a warning light signalling that the burner has cooled down. Whereas, an electric cooktop generally comes with a warning light because of the residual heat produced.