This hotplate is GREAT! The entire surface is one temperature. It heats up food very nicely. You can place a pot with soup on the hot plate, and within 1 - 1.5 hours the soup will be piping hot. This is a great addition to any kitchen, and comes in quite handy for entertaining. It measures ... Front to back: 16 3/4"; Left to right: 23 1/4" (including the handles);