Samsung Induction Range NE63B8211SS Review

[@mtbphil168]

I bought the NE63B8611SG range and i have the emporia electricity monitoring system in my house, which monitors power use at the breakers. It says that the stove uses 1.2amps continuously even when off. This is a lot of power! This equates to $31.5 per month or $378 dollars a year @0.15 $/kwh doing nothing. While i do like the stove its a lot to pay when not in use and its only powering thr clock and wifi. Turning off wifi didnt change much. Im trying to determine if this is typical or my stove is defective.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Really it's drawing an amp just to have the clock face turned on? Wonder what my old electric ranger drew when it was off? That's interesting.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Hmm a Google search suggests that so e of those power monitoring systems might not be super accurate at low draw levels, esp on 220. This forum suggests that you switch off all the breakers except the oven and go watch for your meter to spin instead of trusting the monitoring devices: forums.whirlpool.net.au/archive/1885411

[@mtbphil168]

@@Jeremyschannel1 I was skeptical as well so I used a clamp on handheld current meter at the back of the stove. It was accurate. I have s8nce removed the back of the stove and traced the draw to the cook top. The are 4 large gauge wires with each pair drawing 0.6 amps

[@Jeremyschannel1]

@@mtbphil168 I still think you should turn off your breakers and watch your meter spin. The clamp on current meters are mentioned in that link I sent as also being inaccurate at low draw.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Not that I'm claiming any expertise! Just don't drive yourself nuts before you really confirm there's a problem.

[@jeanbaptist6255]

glass top will smug. will never get that bad but something to live with. there is a way to keep fingerprints off of it. it will always be easy to clean. it can be a good idea to not degrease the top and keep a even coat of oil and fingerprint wont form. dont worry about scratching it. its supposed to be used and you can always polish it too.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Yea I'm not that fussy over it tbh. I did buy the special cleaner but have yet to use it.

[@grilledflatbread4692]

@@Jeremyschannel1 Use soap first to degrease, the special polisher is honestly not that useful. Soap and a razor blade. Go gentle, keep the blade clean/dry so it doesn't rust

[@blchen1]

Thanks for the detailed review! Very helpful!

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Glad it was helpful!

[@amordebelleza4770]

I saw for the steam clean function you just have to pour 2 cups of water in the bottom of the oven.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Interesting thanks for that! I did notice that the bottom of the oven isn't flat like my old one, has a lip, looks like it'd hold a couple cups of water.

[@luv2cook.]

No, this will ruin the inside of the oven. My husband did this and the bottom was discolored and rough to the touch

[@lancat05]

We bought a pricy model, about $2,000, at Costco in July. It worked really well in the first 2+ months. Then one day, I heard a loud pop while heating water in a pot. Something on the control board broke. We tried to contact Samsung for repair just right upon the 3-month warranty. Then we talked to Costco about the possibility of exchange or other options. It's been over 1 month and the range hasn't been fully repaired yet. A sad Thanksgiving without a functioning induction range. PS. A technician came and changed the control board and the power distribution board (?) more than a week ago, but he failed to recover the range due to a missing screw for the burner connection. Six weeks passed and we are still waiting for repair.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

That's a shame. I did hear that in some areas Samsung appliances are difficult to get serviced. I had no way to know whether that's true here in central Pennsylvania so just went with it and hoped I didn't end up with a lemon. Hope you get yours fixed, esp since it's the higher end model. Where are you located, out of curiosity? (Roughly - we don't need your address!)

[@markolo25]

This was me in the last couple of weeks, managed to get a refund from Samsung care, I'm having trouble finding a replacement from a different brand, might have to go for the same stove again.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

@@markolo25 yea there still really aren't many available! Especially in this price range. I really do like the Samsung, though at times I'm envious of those larger cooktops with the flex zone. If I had more money I might have upgraded to a 36" induction cooktop with flex zone plus a wall oven. But had to go with the budget option and I. Really happy with it so far.

[@SladjanaVancouver]

@@Jeremyschannel1how long do you have it?

[@Jeremyschannel1]

@@SladjanaVancouver since August or September of last year, can't remember now what month it shipped. Was in back order for a while.

[@grilledflatbread4692]

That LCD panel is going to get caked with oil. Then when you put soap it will dissolve, drip down, and get into the board. Ask me how I know.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

I actually want to know how you know?

[@rieriec.36]

🤔 did you actually spray the screen??¿???¿???? Like TVS, YOU LIGHTLY SPRAY A MICRO FIBER CLOTH WITH A MILD CLEANER... So...if done correctly it will not be damaged in the manner you speak of. Read the directions first people!

[@AndrewP.-hi2ym]

Hey, great review, I am considering the same model. Question for you: how deep are your countertops? Standard 25 inches or are they a bit deeper? Thanks!

[@Jeremyschannel1]

They're standard 25" depth.

[@anexisloza4778]

How do I work the stove top I can’t figure it out

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Put a pan on and turn the knob. Simple as that! Make sure your cookware is induction compatible. If a magnet sticks to the bottom of your pot or pan it should work.

[@tanyagonzalez6081]

Same problem 🥲

[@Jeremyschannel1]

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[@Jeremyschannel1]

Hi I just uploaded a brief video explaining hot to use it. Something that I'm not sure I made clear is that on induction the cooktop itself doesn't get hot. Only your pan will get hot. And then only if it's induction compatible.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

I uploaded a brief video. Though I didn't go I've the "theory" behind induction. It will only get hot when there is a compatible pan on the burner.

[@fw1421]

Is it one of the ranges that are under a recall for the switch knobs? Looks just like the regular range I have that is under the recall. Their fix is putting ugly knob covers over them. It also has the quietest timer speaker I’ve ever had,and no volume control.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

I'm not honestly sure, might be. The knobs are pretty easy to turn, which I believe was the issue. I'm not worried about it with induction since the burners don't get hot without a pan in them. And even then they'll never be red hot like a standard radiant electric range. I honestly never use the timer as I have a smart speaker in the kitchen - I just use it. But you're right I do think most of the sounds it makes are pretty quiet and sing-songy.

[@Rosenblum18]

Thank you Jeremy! I have a question: How well does this non-convection oven cook roasts? I've never used the convection fan on my gas stove(which I will get rid of) because of fan noise, yet my roasts always turn out well. I mean, do you wish you had the next better model(convection), or does the oven you now have perform well enough that you're happy with it?

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Yea it does just fine, I have no complaints about the oven. Honestly it performs better than my old range oven. Probably because it's better insulated? I've never used a convection oven though so keep that in mind. Well.. except for my countertops ninja air fryer/toaster oven combo.

[@Rosenblum18]

Thank you, Jeremy!@@Jeremyschannel1

[@mikeb6389]

Uneven heating of the frying pan surface with a hot spot in the center of the pan and cooler around the pan’s edges (toasting pie bread wedges).

[@Jeremyschannel1]

👍

[@franklincaballero9263]

Hey i need help 😢 i need replacement knobs and cannot find the part number for this range can you help

[@Jeremyschannel1]

You'll have to find your manual or contact Samsung directly for that! I wouldn't know where to start.

[@JuanSanchez-tn8qn]

Where can I get the glass, since mine has broken

[@Jeremyschannel1]

I'd contact Samsung directly.

[@planetfabulous5833]

Induction is so much better than electric or gas! Congrats! Don't slide an iron skillet on the cooktop. You did that in this video - that could cause scratches!

[@Jeremyschannel1]

I've heard that also. But my cast iron is very smooth on the bottom, and tbh I'm not sure I really believe it's going to be a problem. I saw someone on KZbin demonstrate grinding a cast iron skillet in a glass top, and he showed that the apparent scratches were actually just some of the seasoning wearing off the bottom of the pan, cleaned right up with cleaner. I won't worry about it for now and update my channel in a while (6 months or a year?) to report on any scratches. Cast iron is softer than glass for sure, but I guess if some hard grit like sand gets on the top, the weight of the skillet could cause it to scratch?

[@Beecher_Dikov]

Scratches build character

[@Jeremyschannel1]

I actually do have at least one scratch on the cooktop already, deep enough that I can catch my fingernail on it. So maybe I'll be more careful sliding my cast iron after all.

[@mikeb6389]

Use enameled cast Iron to prevent scratching the glass surface. Some induction surfaces have the option to be white which will not show hand prints like the black does. Also, you can remove the black glass and have a custom glass surface made from a glazer.

[@amordebelleza4770]

Im thinking im wanting to get enameled cast-iron pans when i get mine, ive seen people using silicone mats over the eyes have tou tried that to prevent scratching?

[@Jeremyschannel1]

I've seen the silicone mats. But I know that I regularly take my cookware over the 450 to 500 degrees that the silicone mats can take. I got an infrared thermometer just because I was curious. Any time I sear any meats or make tortillas I'd have to remove the mat or risk melting it.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

I actually just ordered a mat that's made of a fiberglass type material, haven't received it yet but it's supposed to be usable on a standards glass top range also, going to see how that goes. I'll try to make a review when I get it.

[@amordebelleza4770]

@@Jeremyschannel1 oh that's awesome! Ill be waiting on that one. I mainly cook on my blackstone for searing and stuff but, in the winter months I'll probably be inside more and could definitely use the fiberglass one if it works.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4bJXpucfJeVqdksi=DoTDFs8XgsDJY0z6

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Here's the mat.

[@tomccycle60]

Can you set a timer gor the cooktop to auto shut down a burner?

[@Jeremyschannel1]

No the smart features can't control the burners.

[@videolearning2003]

Thanks for the review. Are you able to turn button/dial sounds off on this model?

[@Jeremyschannel1]

I'm not sure I'll have to check.

[@joycebarnett6035]

I heard cheap cookware makes noise on those stovetops

[@Jeremyschannel1]

I'm not sure if it's related to how the cookware was made. My stainless stuff is definitely budget cookware. But I've heard from others that any laminated bottom pans can make a bit of noise. It's worse at high heat settings while the pan is still heating up. I find that once the pan has come to temperature the noise is less.

[@amordebelleza4770]

It does. Its not necessarily vecause its cheap but because the magnets arent good enough or big enough. Make sure you check your magnet size and metal types before buying pans. If you notice that noise it means you need other pans that are more compatible. You will also notice with the noisy pans you are not getting the full cooking power of the stove because electeicity isnt being cunducted as it should.

[@CarissaJeong]

Can you show when u turn it on without a pan what it does , i just bought one and am not sure if i have it set up correctly

[@Jeremyschannel1]

What do you mean by "set up correctly?" There's no setup, just put an induction compatible pan on and turn it on. When there's no pan it gives you a little icon where it usually shows the power level (1 through 9). The icon looks like a pot over a burner, it's kind of neat. I can post a quick reel about it later. Then eventually it'll just turn off the burner and give you a " - " if I'm remembering correctly.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Here's a short about the light it shows when the pans not there! kzbin.infotNKk56Ov3IM?si=iG1AUTjsDBKTo-8O

[@nmobarak607]

Hi does it has an air fry ?

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Not this model! They have one that does but it's much more expensive. Like $2500 instead of $1k if I'm remembering correctly. Instead I bought a ninja air fryer/toaster oven combo for $150 from Amazon. I've heard that the oven based air fry setups tend not to work that well anyway.

[@PossessedbyPhoenix]

They have a midrange one currently selling for $1500 that has the air fry/convection oven. The $2200+ one has mostly some luxury bells and whistles like more streamlined touch screen interface, a "smart dial" for control, blue knob lightups, and blue light to simulate flames when turned on. Also each step up has more max wattage.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

@@PossessedbyPhoenix oh I didn't know about the max wattage increase! That'd occasionally come in handy. I assume that's the cooktop wattage? I still don't know if I'd want to pay an extra $500 for the next step up.

[@jorgeuribe4512]

I’ve heard people complaining about the ovens heat messing with the electronics. Have you experienced anything bad yet?

[@Jeremyschannel1]

I honestly rarely use the oven and the stovetop at the same time, but I could see that happening. One gripe I have developed with the stovetop is that if the glass top itself gets too hot the burners will turn their heat down to low. It's only ever an issue for me when I'm making something like corn tortillas from scratch, where you want high heat for an extended period of time. But if you have the oven on high heat and also have a hot pan on the cooktop I could see how it might turn itself to low quicker.

[@Beecher_Dikov]

Convection ovens cook much faster. Adjust your bake time down by 1\3

[@Jeremyschannel1]

This one isn't a convection oven. At least... I didn't think it was. It's the very basest if base models. My Alexa said "convection" but I figured that was a glitch of the Samsung app. How can I know if it's a convection oven?

[@Jeremyschannel1]

It's definitely not convection - there's no fan anywhere on the inside. Just checked.

[@Beecher_Dikov]

@@Jeremyschannel1 oh...never mind...

[@Beecher_Dikov]

Glass plus has no ammonia

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Good to know might try it! I did buy the special spray, once it use it up I'll check out glass plus.

[@danielaquino6666]

Do you have air coming out of your oven vent all the time?

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Yes when the oven is running the vent is running.

[@suespony]

Are you still liking this? Have you had any issues since this post?

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Love it! No issues so far.

[@jeiryasuth]

Would you recommend? It has a discount about 890$ right now but worried about its reliability

[@Jeremyschannel1]

I've only had it for around 8 months now so can't speak to reliability. But love the induction cooktop, and the oven also works better than my old one. No regrets so far.

[@GoNuggets5280]

Hello, where did you find it for that price? Thanks!

[@crAZNimal]

all my knobs broke off within a damn year , couldn't even find any exact replacement. the Samsung replacement is damn expensive for just 1

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Aw bummer! Mine are all so in good shape after around a year. Did your knobs get bumped regularly, or just broke from normal use?

[@crAZNimal]

@@Jeremyschannel1 nahh all of them breaks at the middle slot , its cheap plastic.. i just ordered replacement from Amazon ,Been searching the past year for exact fit. its more solid than the factory Samsung I just got it yesterday exact fit , Been struggling to turn it for half a year without a knob. Been glueing the old one. $45 for all for. Samsung wanted like around $80 each, and my front right burner stopped working. Now i hear they got a recall, them knob can accidentally turn on with just a turn. And i got a curious 2 year old running around 😬

[@MrsLucky0929]

Does this scratch easy?

[@barbie4eva13]

I haven’t scratched mine yet with heavy use so far, I use t fal pans for induction

[@Jeremyschannel1]

No easier than any other glass top I wouldn't think. I use cast iron a lot and have 2 minor scratches that you can see if you look really closely. That's after around 8 months of use.

[@NightWarp]

all these models are now on recall for fire risk

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Yea the knobs are too easy for pets and kids to turn. I'm not too concerned since it's induction - I like radiant electric the cooktop doesn't get hot I less there's a pan on it. Plus I don't have any pets large enough to accidentally turn the knob. But it's worth mentioning for people who do until they fix it - think they were issuing a knob that you have to squeeze before turning to solve the problem.

[@ginrose7203]

Use parchment paper on top of your stove when you cook things that splatter ..it will help with the smudging problem. Makes for easy clean up.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Thanks for the tip!

[@luv2cook.]

2 things, always put a paper towel on the burner when cooking. Less or zero scratches and cleanup is a breeze. Find a good ammonia free spray and then film your video 😂

[@Jeremyschannel1]

I did put a paper towel under at one point, but it really freaks my wife out! So I stopped. 😂

[@taniabeaman9313]

My friends glass top exploded last week out of no where. She has had less than a year. The guy who came out said it was because of cockroaches problem but she said she does not have problems with cockroaches 🪳 n the house . I’m searching to see if anyone else has had issues with the same problem.

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Weird. Never heard of that. Why would cockroaches make a glass top break?

[@Jeremyschannel1]

Was she using it when it exploded?

[@taniabeaman9313]

@@Jeremyschannel1 no. It was not being used .

[@taniabeaman9313]

She was in her bedroom

[@Jeremyschannel1]

@@taniabeaman9313 that's nuts. It must have been cooling down from having been used? How does glass just break randomly?