Hi Earnie! We have a solid stovetop also (m)
While I have 5 burners (ranging in size) One is specifically Halogen. I rarely use it. I find that it heats up too quickly. While this is an advantage for boiling water or quick stir fry. I have come to realize that for the majority of my cooking, I like to have more control over the amount of heat...Start of low temp, then higher, etc...My halogen is too high and I really can't control the temp well.
At first I thought it was broken, BUT, after having a repairman here, he assured me that it was working properly. I am not a fan....
I also like my stovetop...
Regards,
Barb