Finding an induction range with advanced features, intuitive control panel and great temperature control is not easy, since there are so many models available on the market.
However, it’s easy to find a high-quality induction cooktop & oven if you know what you’re looking for.
In today’s post, we will compare two of the most popular induction ranges on the market, based on customer reviews. We will highlight their main features in order to make your task easier when in search for a great appliance for your kitchen.
Keep reading to find out if these two options are suitable for your needs.
1. Overview of GE PHB920SFSS Profile 30″ Induction Range
This induction range is a classy appliance that fits any kitchen’s design. It is one of the luxury ranges that GE has to offer and can be bought at approximately this price online
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It comes with an interesting design, in black and silver and it is made of stainless steel and ceramic glass. Its control panel is positioned at the top of the induction cooktop, vertically.
Its controls are intuitively grouped in 3 categories: left induction controls, right induction controls and oven controls. The touch control panel is easy to use, as it only takes a light touch to enable its functions.
The induction cooktop has 4 main cooking zones and 1 warming zone. Here’s the cooktop’s configuration:
Left front heating element – 2500 W (8 inches)
Left rear heating element – 2500 W (8 inches)
Right front heating element – 3700 W (11 inches)
Right rear heating element – 1800 W (6 inches)
Warming zone – 100 W (6 inches)
The Power Boost function can be used on all heating elements when required.
Its surface is entirely made of ceramic glass, which is very easy to clean using induction-compatible sprays or cleaning solutions.
It can only be used with induction-ready cookware that is flat-bottomed.
There are light indicators that show when the cooking zones are ready to be used. Users can choose to use the timer in order to cook more efficiently.
The induction cooktop has 11 power levels that can be used for various cooking type, as well as for food heating.
When it comes to the oven’s functions and features, most buyers agree with the fact that this is a complex product. It is a convection oven that has 3 levels and a removable liner in the warming drawer and 6 rack positions in the main oven.
It comes with 1 self-clean roller rack and 2 self-clean oven racks and can be cleaned using the Steam-Clean function or the Self-Clean Cool down Function.
The oven has a capacity of 5.3 cubic feet and can be used for a variety of tasks. Its main cooking modes that use the convection technology are the Convection Bake and Convection Roast. When using these modes, air circulation is being used in a strategic way to improve the oven’s performance.
There are other cooking modes that use the traditional cooking technology:
• Baking
• Broiling
• Hi/Lo
• Warm
Features like the Timer and Delay Cooking can be used whenever suitable for the user. Using Auto-Recipe Conversion, Sabbath Mode or Temperature Probe functions are really useful.
This product is designed for pretentious tastes and has everything a chef could wish for. It is considered to be a bit expensive, but it is quite affordable at the same time, by comparison to other luxury induction ranges.
2. Overview of Electrolux EI30IF40LS IQ-Touch 30″ Induction Range
This induction range comes with an elegant design that makes you think about the kitchen of your dreams. It is comprised of an induction cooktop that is made of black ceramic glass and a convection oven that uses professional temperature control.
The induction cooktop has black porcelain finish that makes it look even classier. The oven door and the warming drawer are covered in stainless steel.
At the top of the induction cooktop, there is an advanced touch control panel that includes a digital LED display.
The cooktop has 4 main cooking zones and a warming element that are configured as follows:
Left front heating element – 1920 Watts / 2400 Watts with Power Boost (7 inches)
Left rear heating element – 1920 Watts / 2640 Watts – Power Boost (7 inches)
Right front heating element – 2600 Watts / 4000 Watts – Power Boost (10 inches)
Right rear heating element – 800 Watts / 1000 Watts – Power Boost (5 inches)
Warming zone – 120 Watts
The induction cooktop can be locked using the child lock function that prevents the settings from being changed. Also, it can use the timer, 3 main power levels and + and – adjustment buttons to set the right power level.
Also, the Power Boost function can be used with all cooking zones.
The interesting thing about this induction cooktop is that it features a bridge that connects the left rear with the left front element. This way, buyers can use large pans and pots on the 7+7 inches surface, such as trays.
The entire cooktop is made of ceramic glass and should only be used with induction-ready cookware that has flat bottoms.
The oven looks a lot like GE’s oven, but has a larger capacity of 6 cubic feet. The warmer drawer has 1 rack and a heating element that can use maximum 700 Watts and a luxury-glide drawer that glides easily.
It uses convection technology, as well as traditional cooking technology and can be used with ease for all kinds of foods.
It can cook at a maximum temperature of 550 degrees Celsius and the timer can be set for a maximum amount of time of 24 hours.
Here are its main cooking modes:
• Fast Preheat
• Bake
• Broil
• Keep Warm
• Slow Cook
• Convection Baking
• Convection Broiling
• Convection Roast
The control panel is easy to use in order to set the desired power levels and to use the much-appreciated functions, such as the Sabbath Mode, Delay Cooking, Self-Clean and more.
This induction range is every food-lover’s dream and it comes at a reasonable price, giving the multitude of features that is equipped with, as well as its large capacity.
3. The differences
There are few differences between these two luxury products. First of all, Electrolux’s induction range is a bit larger and more powerful than GE’s product. Its induction cooktop is more practical, too, giving its bridge between the left rear and front heating elements.
They both have safety features, delay time, self-clean functions and advanced temperature control, but Electrolux’s product doesn’t incorporate the Sabbath Mode, which represents a minus.
GE’s induction range is a bit more expensive although it has a smaller capacity, but Electrolux’s product has a more elegant design. However, both products look amazing and can be used by professional chefs.
4. Summary
From an objective point of view, GE’s product is probably more suitable for customers that are pretentious when it comes to the cooking modes and their complexity and are willing to pay a bit more for a high-quality induction range.
The second product is probably more suitable for customers that prefer to work with a larger oven and a simpler induction cooktop, as well as to pay less.
Therefore, if you are looking for an induction range that is suitable for a luxurious kitchen where everything is shiny and modern, you might want to choose one of these two products.
Products |
GE PHS920SFSS Profile 30″ |
Electrolux EI30IF40LS IQ-Touch 30″ |
|---|---|---|
Destination use |
Home use |
Home use |
Design |
Black & Silver |
Black & Silver |
Power Source |
208 / 240V, 40 A |
208 / 240V, 40 A |
Output Power |
3800 Watts |
4000 Watts |
Power Levels |
11 |
3 |
Temperature Levels |
N/A |
N/A |
Programmable Time |
Yes – 6 hours |
Yes – 24 hours |
Function Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
Warranty |
1-year |
1-year |
Acoustic Warnings |
Yes |
Yes |
Weight |
260 Ibs |
251 Ibs |
Dimensions |
47 x 29-7/8 x 28 inches |
48 x 26-7/8 x 29-7/8 inches |
Cord length |
N/A |
N/A |
Glass Cooktop size |
30 inches |
30 inches |
Safety Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
Price |
