This 600 watt beast will churn out natural coals to perfection every time. The coals will sit in a tray slightly above the heating coils and be ready in 10-12 minutes on average. You must give the coals a flip about half way through to make sure they're evenly lit. As an added bonus, this heater comes with an attachable handle that you can use to transport over to your hookah, eliminating the need to transfer the coals to a holder beforehand.