---
product_id: 333089
title: "Housewares AHP-303 Single Burner Hot Plate, Metal, Black"
brand: "aroma"
price: "$112"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
category: "Aroma"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/333089-housewares-ahp-303-single-burner-hot-plate-metal-black
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
---

# 1000W rapid heating 4 precise heat settings durable die-cast metal Housewares AHP-303 Single Burner Hot Plate, Metal, Black

**Brand:** aroma
**Price:** $112
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Compact power, professional precision — cook smarter, not harder!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Housewares AHP-303 Single Burner Hot Plate, Metal, Black by aroma
- **How much does it cost?** $112 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/333089-housewares-ahp-303-single-burner-hot-plate-metal-black)

## Best For

- aroma enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted aroma brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Heavy-duty die-cast metal construction ensures long-lasting durability and a sleek, professional look that fits any modern kitchen or workspace.
- • **Power Up Fast:** 1000 watts deliver 15% faster heating than typical hot plates, so your meals are ready when you are.
- • **Compact & Portable:** Slim design fits effortlessly on any countertop or desk, perfect for office lunches, small apartments, or on-the-go cooking adventures.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with all cookware types up to 6 inches, including glass and aluminum, making it your versatile kitchen sidekick.
- • **Tailored Temperature Control:** Four distinct heat settings (Warm, Low, Medium, High) let you cook everything from delicate sauces to hearty stews with precision.

## Overview

The Aroma Housewares AHP-303 Single Burner Hot Plate is a compact, 1000-watt electric burner featuring four adjustable heat settings and a durable die-cast metal surface. Designed for portability and easy cleanup, it supports all cookware types up to 6 inches and heats 15% faster than standard hot plates, making it an efficient, versatile addition to any kitchen, office, or travel setup.

## Description

Extend your kitchen with the aroma single burner hot plate. Powerful enough for entertaining large groups, compact enough for making lunch at the office and portable enough for camping on the beach - this burner adds flexibility to any kitchen! Choose from 4 temperature settings to cook and serve any dish. With its die-cast metal construction you can expect extra durability even through continuous use. And when cooking is done, the cooking surface wipes down for easy cleanup.

Review: Efficacious sledgehammer - I used desertcart.com because the website made it easy to find the particular hot plate I wanted -- from amongst many, many others. For my review of the Aroma AHP-303 hot plate (http://www.desertcart.com/gp/product/B0007QCRNU/ref=cm_cr_rev_prod_img), I must first admit that I'm probably flying under false colors, here. All I wanted was a simple hot plate...more precisely: a one cup coffee warmer. However, since I prefer those larger mugs (often used for soup), I've never been able to find a single mug warmer which would hold the larger sized coffee mug. I had no interest in cooking or reheating food...or even boiling water, for that matter. I just wanted a 'large-enough' coffee mug warmer. Hence the sledgehammer approach. I ordered two of these hot plates and both do exactly what I needed: they keep a large mug of coffee warm. I have one in my computer room, upstairs, and use the other in my basement workshop. Being retired and largely without competent adult unsupervision throughout the day, I thought I'd indulge myself. Yes, it is overkill, but it does exactly what I needed. The Aroma AHP-303 has a nice, clean, compact design. The single control operates as it should and the electrical cord is just the right length (not so long it has to be coiled up; not so short that I'd have to hunt down an extension cord). Finally, by some quirk of fate, the design of the hot plate manages to make a nice techie-looking addition to my computer room and yet also fits in with the "man-stuff" in my work shop. I'm a happy camper. I would recommend the Aroma AHP-303 -- even if you only plan on using it to cook something.
Review: Great choice for me - I bought two of these for my shop and they work great for me. I have them running about 6 hours at a time and they hold the temperature well at a low boil. The rubber feet make for a secure footing. The temperature is completely adjustable (not just low/med/high) and is easy to reach even with a larger pan. As noted in a lot of reviews the whole unit does get too hot to touch (150 to 180 degrees?). Since I'm running mine for 6 hours at a time I set them on a piece of tile. These do turn off without having to unplug but it takes awhile to cool down. I have only had them a short while so I can't speak to how long they will last. So far it was money well spent.

## Features

- Heavy Duty – Constructed of extra durable die-cast metal with a solid surface design that prevents food from spilling down inside the hot plate
- Four Temperature Settings – choose from four different heating settings: Warm, Low, Medium and High, to cook and serve virtually any dish
- 15% Faster Heating – At a powerful 1000 wattage, cooks foods at high heat with no open flame making it more efficient and safer than most traditional stovetops
- Extend Your Kitchen – Compact design that takes up little counterspace, is easily transportable so that you can pack it away and take with you on trips, and makes for convenient storage
- Highly Compatible – Suitable for all types of pots and pans including glass and aluminum cookware with a maximum size of 6 inches
- Durable die-cast construction
- Four temperature settings with ON indicator light
- Easy-to-clean black finish
- Compact design
- BPA free

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0007QCRNU |
| Best Sellers Rank | #57,147 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #84 in Countertop Burners |
| Brand | AROMA |
| Burner type | Sealed |
| Color | Black |
| Controls Type | Knob |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (4,210) |
| Date First Available | December 7, 2003 |
| Department | Small Appliances |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00151903126578 |
| Heating Elements | 1 |
| Included Components | Cookware;Miscellaneous;cookware-accessories |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1 pounds |
| Item model number | AHP-303 |
| Manufacturer | Aroma Housewares |
| Material | Metal |
| Power Source | Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 3.1"D x 9.4"W x 8.5"H |
| Special Feature | Manual |
| UPC | 021241013031 803982782014 626211244356 885915407669 885489142515 151903126578 885421683410 212410130318 |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** AROMA
- **Burner type:** Sealed
- **Color:** Black
- **Controls Type:** Knob
- **Heating Elements:** 1
- **Included Components:** Cookware;Miscellaneous;cookware-accessories
- **Material:** Metal
- **Product Dimensions:** 3.1"D x 9.4"W x 8.5"H
- **Special Feature:** Manual
- **Wattage:** 1000 watts

## Images

![Housewares AHP-303 Single Burner Hot Plate, Metal, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WtZZl+KyL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How hot will it heat to?**
A: This Aroma Hot Plate is perfect for providing an extra cooking surface when you need that additional burner. It is suitable for almost anywhere: apartments, dorm rooms, at the office, and even camping. Also comes in handy when entertaining guests. This durable cast iron hot plate offers 800W of heating power and a full range temperature control.*Durable die-cast single burner*Perfect for dorms, offices, traveling and entertaining*High, medium, low and warm temperature settings*Power-on indicator light*Easy to use and cleanhttp://www.homedepot.com/p/AROMA-Single-Burner-Diecast-Hot-Plate-AHP-303/100483354see at home depot also...

**Q: WHAT IS THE DIAMETER OF THE HEATING SURFACE?**
A: In woodworking I would call it a nominal six inch diameter, however the exact measurement I got was5 13/16 inches. Hope this helps.

**Q: Can this get water to a full boiling point?**
A: It does not. About 3 quarts of water will get hot, but the thermostat will automatically make it shut off just before boiling point. I know because I tried to get it to boil for 3 hours.

**Q: Wanting to get for my husband who drives a semi. Need to know how many amps it pulls? the plugs in his truck are only 10 amp.**
A: Cars and trucks are on a 12 Volt system and your house is on a 120 Volt system.  8 amps on 12 Volts is only 96 Watts.  8 amps in your home is 960 Watts.  The highest amp fuse on a vehicle that I have ever seen is 30 amps.  That's less than 300 watts of electricity, not enough to run a hotplate.  10 amps on a vehicle would be totally inadequate.I'm not familiar with Semi's.  I'm guessing they are also on a 12 Volt system.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Efficacious sledgehammer
*by T***K on November 21, 2012*

I used Amazon.com because the website made it easy to find the particular hot plate I wanted -- from amongst many, many others. For my review of the Aroma AHP-303 hot plate (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007QCRNU/ref=cm_cr_rev_prod_img), I must first admit that I'm probably flying under false colors, here. All I wanted was a simple hot plate...more precisely: a one cup coffee warmer. However, since I prefer those larger mugs (often used for soup), I've never been able to find a single mug warmer which would hold the larger sized coffee mug. I had no interest in cooking or reheating food...or even boiling water, for that matter. I just wanted a 'large-enough' coffee mug warmer. Hence the sledgehammer approach. I ordered two of these hot plates and both do exactly what I needed: they keep a large mug of coffee warm. I have one in my computer room, upstairs, and use the other in my basement workshop. Being retired and largely without competent adult unsupervision throughout the day, I thought I'd indulge myself. Yes, it is overkill, but it does exactly what I needed. The Aroma AHP-303 has a nice, clean, compact design. The single control operates as it should and the electrical cord is just the right length (not so long it has to be coiled up; not so short that I'd have to hunt down an extension cord). Finally, by some quirk of fate, the design of the hot plate manages to make a nice techie-looking addition to my computer room and yet also fits in with the "man-stuff" in my work shop. I'm a happy camper. I would recommend the Aroma AHP-303 -- even if you only plan on using it to cook something.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great choice for me
*by R***N on April 25, 2018*

I bought two of these for my shop and they work great for me. I have them running about 6 hours at a time and they hold the temperature well at a low boil. The rubber feet make for a secure footing. The temperature is completely adjustable (not just low/med/high) and is easy to reach even with a larger pan. As noted in a lot of reviews the whole unit does get too hot to touch (150 to 180 degrees?). Since I'm running mine for 6 hours at a time I set them on a piece of tile. These do turn off without having to unplug but it takes awhile to cool down. I have only had them a short while so I can't speak to how long they will last. So far it was money well spent.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's under $20. It heats food. Score!
*by D***E on January 19, 2015*

Given what I paid for it, I wasn't expecting much. I got it because I was tired of eating out every time I stay at a motel and this gave me yet another excuse to use the cheap camping pots and pans I have lying around - plus, for $16.99, if this didn't work out... meh, right? I just finished cooking some spaghetti with Italian sausage with this and, to its credit, it got the job done. When I first fired it up, something started smoking on the burner - I attacked it with a wet washcloth and that seemed to get the worst of it off. It never set off the fire alarm. The dial offers a range of heat settings; in practical use, these can best be described as "just hot enough to boil water" (High) and "warm enough to burn your hand but not much else" (everything else). In short, this is not a substitute for a household range element. Even so, it did what I needed it to do. It boiled water. It cooked sausage. Tomorrow, it'll cook pancakes. It didn't light on fire, set off the fire alarm, trip a breaker, or otherwise annoy management. It's not the strongest unit in the world, it's not the fastest unit in the world, but it's remarkably affordable and it still works. Given all of that, I'm not going to complain. Would it last more than a month if you used it on a daily basis? I kind of doubt it, but I don't need it to. It just needs to work for a couple days every couple of months, and, based on what I've seen so far, I have considerable faith that it'll do that.

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