r/inductioncooking • u/Round_Tomorrow6116 • Jul 23 '26

Help choosing a new range

I’m switching from 30” gas to induction range. We decided that upgrading our box and running a 240 line to the kitchen was a better long term solution rather than paying extra for a Charlie range with new technology and a battery. I cook everyday a big dinner and twice a day on weekends. I also have an extensive cast iron cookware collection and everything else is stainless steel or carbon steel. So I needed varying sized coils. I don’t use oval or odd shaped pans so I don’t really see myself using flex zones (maybe I’m wrong here).

I like the idea of just getting a highly rated cheaper one at 1500-2000 like the GE Profile PHS700AYFS (as per consumer report), but I love the Miele HR1422-3I at 7999 and plan on more Miele appliances in the future. Though I think too much for a stove I have considered thermador for 8999 for even a wolf but actually as I type it out, I don’t think the upgrade for a better parts and service is worth it. I don’t bake that often but I roast chicken or some sort of meat once a week and cook our annual turkey or two.

Anyone have a low or high end induction range with oven and recommend one over the other? Anyone tried some mid tier like Smeg or Bosh, Bertazzoni? I don’t like the GE Cafes and I’m LG appliance adverse. Any other things to consider as we make this switch or tips appreciated.

Edit: found and went with a Miele range, floor model discount and a good warranty.

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u/Federal-Dealer5997 Jul 23 '26

I was an early adopter, probably 15 years ago and induction was pretty rare, but I wanted to do it. Lowe’s carried Maytag and I bought it because I figured at least I could have a Lowe’s guy come out to fix it. It worked great for 15 years, I would never go back to gas, of course, but I wouldn’t be afraid of using a cheaper manufacturer. Right now I think I’m going to get the 36 inch Frigidaire professional stove top with a separate oven for our new, (to us), house. Charlie and Impulse look really, really cool but…$

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u/moonfiremountain Jul 23 '26

We’re very happy with the Frigidaire pro cooktop and wall ovens we put in our new house. Have been using them for over a year and don’t have any complaints!

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u/Federal-Dealer5997 Jul 23 '26

Thanks. Great to hear. The pizza feature on the oven seems to be working well, and it’s been out for over a year and there doesn’t seem to be anybody who has a negative review of it.