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Induction ranges deliver impressive cooking performance and offer a safer and more energy efficient option. You may be used to gas and electric ranges, but induction ranges present a premium third option that eco-friendly shoppers, luxury-loving designers, and passionate home chefs will love. In this roundup of our favorite picks, we will explain different types of ranges, discuss the pros and cons of induction ranges, and recommend eight of the best induction ranges from Fred’s Appliance.
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There are three standard options for ranges: electric, gas, and induction. In order to understand the advantages and disadvantages of an induction vs electric range or an induction vs gas range, let’s take a closer look at each option.
Electric Ranges
Traditionally, electric stoves were made with ceramic coils, but most electric ranges these days feature a familiar flat surface that’s easy to wipe clean. They are powered, as their name suggests, by electricity.
✅Best for: budget-minded shoppers and those who want a cooktop and oven they are familiar with
Gas Ranges
Gas ranges feature burners and utilize an open flame for cooking. They are powered by either natural gas, which hooks up to a home’s gas line, or propane gas.
✅Best for: those who already have a gas line and those who like the visual cues of cooking over a flame
Induction Ranges
Induction ranges feature a flat, glass cooktop. They are powered by an electromagnetic field underneath the glass cooktop that transfers heat directly to a pot or pan. Instead of heating an element that heats your cookware, induction heating directly heats a cooking vessel, essentially turning it into its very own heating element.
✅Best for: eco-minded buyers, those who want better safety features, and those who want the best cooking performance (precise temperature control, even cooking, and faster heating).
Induction Ranges
Switching to an induction range requires a bit of a learning curve, but for the adventurous home chef, it is a challenge worth embracing. Your efforts to get comfortable using the induction cooktop and convection oven will reap delicious rewards. You’ll get to enjoy faster cook times, even and precise heating, and crispier roasted foods. Not to mention, induction ranges are safer and more energy efficient than electric and gas ranges.
Induction Range Sizes
The standard size for a range is 30”, but induction ranges can span from 30” to 60”. Wider, luxury models offer a high-end cooking experience from the comfort of your home.
Induction Range Prices
Induction ranges tend to be the most expensive range option, although some dual fuel and professional gas ranges are comparable in price. If you are committed to buying a luxury range, an induction range is typically not much more than a luxury gas range. According to USA Today’s Reviewed blog, luxury appliances are worth the investment. They are more stylish, better performing, longer-lasting, more energy efficient–and they add value to your home upon resale.
Induction Range Pros and Cons
Pros
✔ Heats Food Faster: Boil water and heat up all of your foods faster with an induction cooktop. Some models claim to boil water as fast as 90 seconds.
✔ Enjoy More Control and Precision: Because your cooking vessel itself is generating heat, you can cook foods more evenly. Temperature controls on an induction range allow you to move smoothly from a simmer to a boil and back.
✔ Safer for Cooking: Because heat is transferred directly to the cookware, an induction cooktop surface itself does not get as hot as electric or gas stovetops. There is no danger of accidentally turning on or leaving on an induction burner because the burner only activates if there is a pan present.
✔ Cook with Greater Energy Efficiency: Induction ranges transfer energy with 85% efficiency, while gas and electric ranges transfer energy with 32% and 75-80% efficiency, respectively.
✔ Clean Up Easier: A smooth surface is easier to wipe down, and many most induction ranges include self-cleaning oven features.
✔ Enjoy Better Air Quality: Gas stoves pose potential health risks, but induction ranges have no negative effect on air quality.
Cons
❌ Adjust to a New Cooking Method: Induction cooktops and convection ovens both take some time to adjust to, but the tasty results are worth the effort.
❌ Replace Incompatible Cookware: Because induction cooking utilizes an electromagnetic field, your cookware must be magnetic. You can check your current pots and pans with a magnet to see if you need to swap any of them out.
❌ More Expensive: Induction ranges tend to be more expensive than gas or electric ranges.
Best 30” Induction Ranges
Check out these standard size ranges from Samsung, LG, and Cafe. Our picks include some of the best induction slide in ranges on the market, which we’ve reviewed for performance, convenience, and style.
Samsung 30” White Glass Slide In Induction Range
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You can cook 2x faster than gas or electric ranges with Samsung Smart Rapid Heat Induction technology on this range. This Samsung induction range transfers 90% of heat directly to your food, making this a highly energy efficient option. You can fit large dishes or roasting pans in this 6.3 cu. ft. oven, and control your oven by voice using Alexa or another virtual assistant device. The unique white glass finish is guaranteed to make a statement in a sleek, modern kitchen.
Samsung NE63BB861112 review: “Our induction range was installed 6 weeks ago and I am in love with it!! The cooktop heats super quickly and responds immediately to any temperature adjustments. It is super easy to wipe up any drips if they happen. The oven temperature is perfectly balanced.....no hot spots!”
LG 30” Stainless Steel Slide In Induction Range
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This LG induction range features a pop of color on the inside with a royal blue interior. If you love to bake, the LG ProBake Convection feature evenly bakes your favorite treats. You can control this range and any other LG smart appliances in your house with the ThinQ app. If your oven is in desperate need of cleaning, no need to fear! LG EasyClean features the fastest oven-cleaning feature on the market, giving you a spotless oven in only 10 minutes without strong chemical fumes or high heat
Featured LG LSE4616ST review: “I had this lg stove for an approximate month & a half. Love that it heats water in less than two minutes and cleans up so easily. The convection option is great feature as well.”
Bosch 800 Series 30” Stainless Steel Freestanding Induction Range
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We love the simple design of this Bosch induction range, but don’t let its understated appearance fool you. You will enjoy the ease of cooking with this range thanks to its high power burner cooktops, self-cleaning oven, and precise multi-rack baking. Convection Pro offers even browning for crispy results by combining a third heating element with a back fan to distribute heat throughout the oven.
Featured Bosch HIS8055U review: “Love our new range. The cooktop is great and as easy to use as a gas range. Super fast and responsive, no extra heat into the kitchen or even stovetop area. And a breeze to clean with a safe glass cleaner and microfiber cloth.”
Cafe 30” Stainless Steel Freestanding Electric Range with 11” Induction Element
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This is one of the best double oven induction ranges on the market. Keep your vegetables crunchy and your meats crispy on the outside with no-preheat Air Fry. You are sure to wow your guests with the results of Gourmet Guided Cooking. Video-guided recipes empower you to try new recipes, and this range’s system will automatically adjust the time, temperature, and cooking pace to yield perfect results. Whether you want to boil a quart of water in just 101 seconds, heat delicate sauces at a low heat, or prepare two things at once in your double ovens, you can do it all with this Cafe induction range.
Featured Café CHS950P2MS1 review: “I use the oven a lot. It was always painful for me to heat an entire oven for a few vegetables and a piece of chicken. With this range, I can use just the small upper oven for 90% of my needs yet I have the large oven for the other 10%.”
Best 36” Induction Ranges
Check out these 36” ranges from Wolf and Fisher & Paykel. Our picks include some of the best freestanding induction ranges.
Wolf 36” Stainless Steel Induction Range
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Like the understated Bosch induction range, this Wolf induction range is the epitome of elegant simplicity. Yet it packs a punch with powerful and convenient features. Wolf chefs helped to develop 10 cooking modes to help you soar to new culinary heights while Gourmet Mode features nearly 50 presets to help you tackle even the most complex recipes. On this cooktop, if you need more space for heating, the bridge function will join two induction zones into one large area. You can remotely preheat, select modes, and adjust oven temperature from your smartphone. In the oven, Wolf's Dual VertiCross convection system delivers consistent and evenly heated dishes.
Fisher & Paykel 36” Brushed Stainless Steel Free Standing Induction Range
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You will feel like a master chef while using this carefully crafted Fisher Paykel induction range. If you love to bake, this oven offers a unique AeroPastry feature with pizza mode and rapid proof for making bread. Sourdough, cinnamon rolls, and pizzas with toppings galore are all on the menu and will come out golden brown with the AeroTech heating system. The cooktop features five cooking zones, which can be bridged to form Smart Zones, if you have a larger pot or want to use a griddle. From the soft-close door to self-cleaning feature, this Fisher & Paykel range combines innovative technology with convenience, culinary expertise, and elegant style.
Featured Fisher Paykel OR36SDI6X1 review: “I am extremely impressed with the quality of this range. The fit and finish is perfect and it performs perfectly. Well worth every penny we spent buying it. I think it really deserves 10 stars.”
Best 40” Induction Range
If you have the space, a 40” range maximizes your capacity to cook a feast whether you want to use your induction cooktop, oven, or both.
Ilve Majestic Series 40” Stainless Steel Freestanding Induction Range
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This Ilve induction range stands out whether you choose a classic stainless steel finish or opt for a unique color like blue, burgundy, or emerald green. These ranges are hand made in Italy with incredible craftsmanship and quality materials. At 40” wide, this range features six coking elements, a large European Convection oven, and a full-width warming drawer. If you are in a hurry, fast pre-heat minimizes waiting time so you can get your food in the oven quickly. For eco-minded buyers, it’s important to note that Ilve ranges score an A for the European EU rating for performance and energy consumption. Check out the gas version of this range below, which features the same oven functions.
Best 48” Induction Range
For the ultimate luxury range experience, a 48” range is a high-quality option that will enable you to reach new heights in the kitchen.
AGA Mercury 48” Stainless Steel Freestanding Induction Range
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This stunning AGA induction range is the only range on our list with three separate ovens, including a true European convection oven and a Glide Out Broiler System. Seven cooking options allow you to choose from Defrost, Convection, Convection Broiling, Fan Assist Bake, Convectional, Browning, and Base Heat. On the cooktop, you have nine power settings to choose from whether you need to keep a consistent low temperature for melting chocolate or want to utilize the boost function to rapidly reach maximum temperature. AGA produces thoughtfully designed and high-quality ranges that are built in the United Kingdom, and the AGA Mercury induction range is one of their finest creations yet, claiming the title of the largest induction range on the market today.
Induction ranges are gaining popularity, and it’s not hard to tell why. They offer a safer, more energy-efficient option and unbeatable cooking performance. If you are in the market for a new range, an induction range is worth considering. Induction ranges are ideal for eco-minded buyers, ambitious home chefs, and luxury kitchens.
With a wide range of brands and sizes, Fred’s Appliance is the best place to shop for induction ranges in the Inland Northwest. There is a constantly rotating list of promotions and rebates from Fred’s Appliance that can help you save on an induction range, so browse online or stop by one of our appliance stores today!
FAQs
Are there ENERGY STAR certified ranges available?
At this time, ENERGY does not rate residential ovens, ranges, or microwave ovens.
Do professional chefs use induction ranges?
Yes! While most people associate chefs with gas ranges, many professional chefs are switching to induction.
What is the difference between a range and a stove?
A range is the combination of a stovetop and an oven in one singular appliance. Instead, you could opt for a separate cooktop, range hood, and wall oven.
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If you're looking for a great appliance shopping experience, shop ranges online or visit one of our showrooms in Washington, Idaho, or Montana to see what a difference buying locally with an experienced retailer makes. Our appliance experts will be happy to help you with finding the best induction range in the area . Contact us today and discover the perfect appliance for your home.
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