Breville | PolyScience Control Freak Induction Cooktop

Breville | PolyScience Control Freak: the temperature-controlled induction cooktop

Most induction cooktops let you choose a power level. The Breville | PolyScience Control Freak lets you choose an actual temperature, anywhere from 30°C to 250°C, and holds it within ±1°C. A sensor under the glass reads the surface of your pan 20 times per second, and the included remote probe controls liquids directly. The result is repeatable searing, frying, sous vide, chocolate work and sauces. It plugs into a standard 240V, 10A power point, so no hard-wiring is needed.

At a glance

• Set and hold 30°C to 250°C with ±1°C temperature stability
• 220 holding temperatures to choose from
• 100 to 2400 W of induction power from a standard 10A power point
• Two ways to control heat: through-glass pan sensor or remote probe
• 72-hour timer with Repeat, Continue, Keep Warm and Stop functions
• 2-year warranty and free tracked delivery from Precision Cooking

How the Control Freak works

• Pan Control™: a sensor reads the pan's surface temperature through the ceramic glass and adjusts power in real time, so the pan stays at the temperature you set, even when you add cold ingredients.
• Probe Control™: the remote probe sits in your pot and regulates water- and fat-based liquids, from a sous vide bath to deep-frying oil.
• Heat intensity: choose how quickly the unit climbs to the target temperature. Use a gentle ramp for chocolate, custards and eggs, or full speed for a sear.
• Create: save your own temperature and time profiles and recall them with one touch.
• USB port: install software updates as they're released.

What you can cook with it

• Sous vide cooking using the probe, without a separate immersion circulator
• Chocolate tempering and melting without scorching
• Deep-frying at a steady oil temperature
• Custards, hollandaise, caramel and toffee
• Yoghurt and cheese making at culture-safe temperatures
• Stocks and reductions held at a simmer without boiling over
• Steaks, fish, eggs and pancakes at exactly the surface temperature you want

Built for professional kitchens, used in home kitchens too

The Control Freak has a stainless steel housing, heat-resistant ceramic glass, a dual-fan cooling system for long cooks, and dishwasher-safe control knobs. Chefs use it for jobs that need exact, repeatable temperatures. Because it runs off a standard power point, many of our customers also use it at home, some instead of a built-in cooktop.

Freak-ing Love This Machine

"Honestly, the single best purchase I've ever made for the kitchen. The Control Freak exceeds every expectation I had. The ability to control a pan, or a sauce, or oil to within a degree, is beyond brilliant.

I have many kitchen appliances, including multiple commercial Sous Vide machines (and a Joule Turbo), but they all pale by comparison. This thing is exceptional.

If you are on the fence, do not hesitate. I 100% believe you will not regret it."

Scott, verified buyer

Specifications

What's in the box

• 1 × Control Freak™ induction cooking system
• 1 × Probe Control™ remote temperature probe with pot clip
• 1 × USB flash drive
• 1 × Protective carry and storage case
• 1 × User manual

Why pre-order with Precision Cooking

• Free tracked delivery Australia-wide
• 2-year warranty on every unit
• Australian owned and operated family business specialising in precision cooking equipment
• Real product advice: we sell and use the Breville | PolyScience range, including the HydroPro Plus sous vide circulator

Frequently asked questions

When will the Control Freak ship?

Our supplier expects the next shipment in March 2027. Pre-orders are filled in the order they're received, and we'll email you as soon as we have a confirmed dispatch date.

How is it different from a regular induction cooktop?

A regular induction cooktop sets a power level, so the pan keeps heating or cools as conditions change. The Control Freak measures the actual temperature and adjusts power to hold the number you set, within ±1°C.

Does it need special wiring?

No. It plugs into a standard Australian 240V, 10A power point.

What cookware can I use?

Any induction-compatible cookware, meaning pots and pans with a magnetic base. If a magnet sticks to the bottom of the pan, it will work.

Can I use it for sous vide?

Yes. Place the Probe Control™ probe in a pot of water and the Control Freak will hold the water at your set temperature. For larger batches or longer cooks, a dedicated circulator such as the HydroPro Plus is also an option.

What if I change my mind after pre-ordering?

Let us know any time before dispatch and we'll refund you in full.

Learn more

• Read our Control Freak guide on the Precision Cooking blog
• Download the Control Freak user manual (PDF)