How to Buy an Induction Range - Part 2

[@kvcooks814]

We are just about to install our 3rd Bosch induction range in our renovated kitchen- that's how much we love this appliance! It's clean and responsive, doesn't heat up our kitchen. Way back in 2009, we installed a Thermador induction cooktop and fell in love with the technology. Given the choice, I'd never go back to gas.

[@YaleAppliance1]

I bought a portable induction top...like it better than my electric range

[@jerryfacts9749]

I have an induction range for 10 years now. I would never go back to a regular electric. I will be upgrading my range. I ordered the Fisher and Paykel Series 9 Professional Range 30 inch. This one has a bridge burner configuration.

[@Trish.Norman]

Thank you Steve. That answers some of my questions about stove top configurations and bridge burners. I still have my heart set on the Wolf 30”.

[@YaleAppliance1]

Thank you

[@lmullens75]

I appreciate this info! Really enjoy the direct info & what to avoid. We have been deciding between an induction range vs wall ovens and an induction cook top for our new kitchen that hasn't been built, yet. ;-) We LOVE our KitchenAid microwave with convection oven option as we use it for both in our small kitchenette. Looking forward to the next video!

[@YaleAppliance1]

Our pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@bindak]

Thank you for this induction buying series! I’m looking to install induction in a renovation and this has been very useful. Waiting eagerly on part 3. If you could please include cooktop hobs in it, I’d be most appreciative 💕

[@YaleAppliance1]

Hmmm...part 3 is being edited. I cover hobs briefly in todays induction webinar

[@stevenhaas9622]

Ignore wattage. The real metric you want to know about (and one that the industry hides) is the physical size of the magnets itself. The burner will only heat the area directly above the magnet. Nearly all residential induction ranges only have 1 element capable of heating a 12" skillet. If you're lucky (and spend at least $5k) you'll get a second one that can handle a 10" but most will only handle an 8" pan. Even the so-called "bridge" elements don't work all that well. So you end up with a hotspot in the center of the pan and virtually no heat at all for the rest of the pan.

[@robertherman1146]

We used to use 14" saute pans for our bi-weekly dinner parties but 14" pans don't work on induction ranges. Similar problems with carbon steel woks- they don't work. There are a couple of "flat bottom woks" but they don't actually work like woks at all, they're just small diameter fry pans with curved sides that don't spread any heat.

[@sahej6939]

I think my ideal kitchen would have a Vintage 0’keefe but also an induction cooktop. Maybe a small wall oven too , I really would like to try the steam feature

[@janetg2508]

I scoured all the literature on the GE profile induction range I ordered. Couldn’t find the magnet size listed anywhere. They seem to keep it a secret.

[@ophthodawg]

thanks for your great videos! Guided cooking question: ... do the Miele or Wolf take altitude into consideration when setting up?

[@YaleAppliance1]

Great question.....I dont know. will have to look it up.

[@CC-3888]

I truly appreciate your videos, they’re so informative! I have watched all the induction ones, specifically for the slide-in versions so I can replace my gas range. I just had an electrician run 240 to the range area so I’m all set. But the selection and availability of induction ranges in my state is pretty dismal at the moment. And, there are possible tax credits and/or rebates coming for electric upgrades starting in 2023. For me this will mean waiting until the start of 2023 to order, but not going to delay past that in case the demand and prices continue to increase. Fortunately I can continue using my portable hob on top of my gas range while I wait to see what happens. 😂 Looking forward to the update on specific brands and their projected availability in part 3! 👍

[@YaleAppliance1]

Dismal is a great word....Number 3 should help...and thanks btw

[@DJDJ-ek9tu]

what size of burner coils are used for the induction cook tops? 6inch .are standard with sometimes a 9inch. So 11-12inch skillets or stock pots will only heat up on the inside. Which brands had larger?

[@elvieagad1245]

induction cooker safe splashing water while cooking?? near in sink with water??

[@lyndonfoster1090]

Thank you Steve for another informative video. I am curious if you will do a similar feature on cook tops, particularly induction cook tops? Also I will look for the third video because, for me, it is the mix of the various induction burner sizes and how they heat pans that is key to true even cooking. Some makers seem to think that induction heat will spread around and react like a pan on a gas burner but that isn't true in my experience. The primary heat is only and first where the magnets are and most units have uneven sized magnets or worse under powered magnets since they are expensive, so this makes cooking with large pans or even making gravy from a roasting pan tricky and frustrating since different parts of the pan are radically hotter than other spots. Anyway I think a discussion on how well the various makers address this question and how they provide the best overall solution to cooking with induction would be helpful, particularly in California where unfortunately we won't be able to even buy gas eventually.

[@YaleAppliance1]

Good question

[@DadaUberAlles]

I've heard some cooktops have loud buzzing and clicking sounds. Is that the case with any of the cooktops discussed here? Thanks!

[@YaleAppliance1]

I would check the cookware first....

[@kartenalexos8348]

Will you be covering drop in models as well?

[@YaleAppliance1]

You mean slide in...already covered.

[@kartenalexos8348]

@@YaleAppliance1 Sorry I meant the drop in induction hobs. The ones that we just drop into a slot on the counter

[@jacquesdemeules2352]

Hello, I am in the market to buy a 36 inch range Have been looking at Bosch, Wolf and Thermador. Any other brands I should consider And which one of those brands would you recommend the most?

[@YaleAppliance1]

Wolf all around...Thermador for the cooktop. Bosch for the price, bit it is made by SMEG

[@sahej6939]

The white Cafe double oven (with induction top) is by far the most popular on insta, are they really good?

[@YaleAppliance1]

Yes......

[@aliciayarsinsky9433]

Looking forward to Part 3 if it's not posted yet!

[@YaleAppliance1]

Coming out very soon!

[@DadaUberAlles]

Pros: I liked Steve's accent, and I'm glad wattage was discussed. Growth Areas: 1. The most common complaint I've heard about induction is that coil size doesn't correspond to the markings on the surface, so I was disappointed that coil (and therefore heating area) size wasn't discussed. 2. While Steve's accent is charming, the microphone needs to be better positioned and the sound mix should be improved because he's hard to understand. It's almost like the frequency range for the human voice was turned down. 3. I wanted more discussion of how wattage relates to cooking time or temperature. Do higher-wattage ranges get hotter? Get hot faster? 4. Dismissing criticism of touch controls wasn't quite fair :-) Touch controls don't provide physical feedback, so they're not as pleasant to use. 5. I wanted more discussion of whether specific temperatures can be selected for the cooktop, or just numbers. I much prefer the precision of selecting specific temperatures, but I'm curious about how accurate they are. Hopefully the next video can cover some of the above!

[@YaleAppliance1]

First, wattages are similar...LG is the best with a 4000 watt, while most others are 3700, then its a mix beyond that. Any mid to larger wattage induction is faster than any high output gas pro....We get into exact times in other videos. For touch controls, people either like or hate. I was referring mostly to the service aspect. Personally I like touch controls. You dont have temperatures on induction just like gas or electric.....its a smart idea, but this is the appliance industry. S

[@DadaUberAlles]

​@@YaleAppliance1 thanks for getting back to me! I have a Duxtop portable induction cooktop that offers both temperature AND number (1-10) controls (Model: 8100mc) Any chance we'll get coverage of coil size area in future videos?

[@brandy2378]

I need to buy a range or cooktop for a kitchen island and was wondering which brand/type you would buy specifically to be in an island? Since my cabinets are not purchased yet I have the option of 30 or 36 inch. I do cook daily but I dont think I need a bunch of extra features. I feel like Ive looked at every option but still no idea which is best. I prefer American made so if something is needing repaired I wont have issues finding someone to do it.

[@YaleAppliance1]

Depends on how you cook and what layout you prefer....American brands: Wolf, Viking, KitchenAid JennAir. Others like Bosch and Thermador are made in the US but owned by foreign companies

[@dashdash_peacecampaign]

Please mention the High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate Program and the Residential Energy Efficiency Tax Credit. It gives US households 100% -50% rebates and Tax credits for these induction appliances come 2023! I look forward to getting my induction range come 2023

[@janetg2508]

Hi. Where did you find the information on these programs?

[@kdockrey]

Is there a reason why one would install a 30" Wolf induction cooktop over a 30" Wolf E series oven instead of a instslling a slide in induction range? I'm building a new guesthouse and the builder only offers the configuration with the separate appliances. I trust the builder and have no strong preferences about kitchen configuration, but I am curious if a slide in wolf induction range would be comparable. It might be less expensive, but I dont know what I'm being charged. The house is a package deal as are all their homes. Each house has a unique floor plan and layout, but every home has appliances from the Subzero family. All houses have identical finishes, cabinets, counters, etc. I do have the fear of not being able to repair or replace oven or cooktop in the future. I've had experience in the past. A single broken builtin oven that could not be replaced led to a major kitchen renovation. I'd like to avoid that again.

[@vidguy007]

I’m not “suspicious” of touch controls, I know they don’t work with wet hands, which often is the case when cooking. Why be dismissive of a real issue? I decided against it because none of my cookware is compatible, and other videos bring up real issues, like magnet diameter and unreliability of some components, best explained in other videos. I remember one of those showed a microphone held near an induction stove to show the sound it makes. I wondered what would happen if you touched that mic to the stove, what would happen if you set a spoon on the wrong spot, touched a metal ring or jewelry to it. My next stove might be induction, but not at this time

[@pinkeangst]

You need a better quality microphone. The audio is not crisp and doesn't have a good dynamic range. It's hard to understand, as some syllables drop out when fast forwarded.

[@YaleAppliance1]

I need a better voice....

[@paulsteele8079]

Christ half of what you say is almost impossible to decipher