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Induction stoves are gaining major traction in the U.S. as people begin to understand how intensely they outperform traditional electric ranges. While the best induction ranges still tend to cost more than gas and electric ranges, more affordable models are now available as induction increases in popularity.
Why is induction so superior to standard electric cooking? Induction stoves use electromagnetic energy to heat cookware directly (as long as it’s magnetic), which allows the heat transfer to be more complete, efficient, and controllable. Induction is also safer because the heat can’t turn on if no cookware is present. This is different from the indirect, radiant heat emitted from the burners of electric and gas ranges.
As induction cooking gains momentum, Reviewed experts have tested a wide range of induction stoves. Based on our extensive research and hands-on testing, we think the Samsung Bespoke NSI6DB990012AA Induction Range (available at Lowe's for $3,399.00) is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a sleek, tech-forward induction range. But there are a lot to choose from, so we’ve put together a list of the best induction ranges you can shop right now.
This Samsung Bespoke range is the best induction range we've tested.
The Café CHS900P2MS1 is the best induction range we've tested.
Nice design
Excellent cooking performance
Monitoring via Wi-Fi and remote control
Air fry setting disappoints
Additional purchase required for some features
Elements and oven heat up quickly
Easy to clean
Easy-to-use touch controls
Burner placement may be awkward
Preheat and boiling rates slower than average
Easy-to-see display
10 different cooking modes
Easy to clean
Expensive
Easy to clean
Intuitive, user-friendly controls
Useful smart features
Air fryer might be loud at first
Sliding rack might get stuck
Heat is easy to control and consistent
Good customer service
Bottom oven sits very low
Smaller than others
If money wasn't a concern, we'd outfit a kitchen with a premium induction range equipped all the bells and whistles. Here are the ones we'd consider.
Motorized full-touchscreen oven controls
Moisture Plus adds humidity to improve baking and roasting results
5-zone cooktop with 2 PowerFlex zones
High price tag
Spacious cooktop
Impressively even heating
Sleek design
Preheating requires attention
Initial off-gassing is intense
Have you ever asked yourself: What is induction cooking?
Although induction ranges resemble glass-top electric stoves, induction cooktops don't actually have burners underneath the surface.
Induction cooking uses electromagnetic energy to heat pots and pans directly. In comparison, gas and electric cooktops heat indirectly, using a heated burner or heating element, and passing radiant energy through your cookware and onto your food.
Induction ranges and cooktops are electric, but they function very differently from traditional electric ranges. Electromagnetic energy generates heat directly into cookware rather than through a burner heating up and then indirectly heating your pan. That's why induction elements don't work unless there is a pan with magnetic properties in place—it requires the electromagnetic connection to turn on.
Because of this advanced technology, induction cooktops can achieve a wider range of precise temperatures, and they take far less time to perform tasks like boiling water than their electric or gas counterparts.
In addition, the cooktop surface stays cooler, so you don’t have to worry about burning your hand on a burner. It’s even possible to wipe a paper towel between a spattering frying pan and an induction element, though you’d want to use caution. Remember, the cooktop doesn't get hot, but the pan does.
A range—also called a stove—is a one-piece appliance that contains a cooktop (or stovetop) and an oven. It usually slides in between two sections of countertop, although free-standing ranges with finished sides are available.
A cooktop, on the other hand, is built into the countertop and doesn’t have an oven below. Like ranges, cooktops come in gas, electric, and induction power sources.
Editor recommendations:
Because induction relies on electromagnetism, only pots with magnetic bottoms—steel and iron—can transfer heat. All cast iron cookware is induction-compatible. Same goes for our favorite stainless-steel skillets.
The majority of our winning cookware sets are induction-compatible, and we collected them all in a roundup of the best cookware for induction.
But that doesn’t mean you need to buy all-new cookware. If a [magnet sticks to the bottom, your pots and pans will work with induction.
The experts seem torn on what the best induction range is. To save you some time and trouble, we’ve gone ahead and done the research for you.
Consumer Reports: The Consumer Reports team currently recommends the LG Studio LSIS6338FE as their top pick. We haven’t tested this model, but agree that LG is a top brand to consider. This model has an impressive owner-satisfaction rating and 5-out-of-5 results for all expert lab tests.
Good Housekeeping: The GH team also picked an LG induction range, the LSIL6336FE Smart Induction Slide-in Range with InstaView, which they praise for its user-friendly design, innovative oven settings, and excellent air-fry capability.
User comments around the topic of best electric range seem to display the typical amount of rancor and infighting. We’re pulling these user reviews from some of the largest appliance retailers.
AJ Madison: Both our winning Samsung NSI6DB990012 and upgrade choice, Cafe CHS900P2MS1 garner 4.4 stars from customers at this giant online appliance retailer. While technical issues are to be expected with all digital-forward appliances, consumers generally love the way these induction ranges cook.
Reddit r/appliances: One Reddit user was looking for an amazing 30-inch induction range and the list of recommendations echoes some of our favorites as well, from brands like Café, Bosch, and Frigidaire. They ultimately chose an LG model and report being quite happy with it.
For years, we’ve tested ranges following specific scientific protocols to ensure consistency across products.
We evaluate cooktop burners using a thermocouple thermometer to measure temperature ranges. We evaluate the oven by measuring temperature fluctuations with the same thermometer, as well as a thermal imaging to gauge insulation and heat retention.
Then, we bake cookies and broil bread to assess the oven's ability to maintain consistent temperatures. We also run a battery of usability tests to evaluate the user-friendliness of the appliance and any smart features on board.
Our article on how we test ranges offers more specifics on the Reviewed testing procedures.
Induction 101: Better Cooking Through Science: A primer that dives into how induction cooking works—using electromagnetic coils to heat cookware directly—highlighting its superior energy efficiency, precision, and safety benefits.
Induction Cooking FAQ: Here’s What Real People Wanted to Know: This feature is a helpful Q&A addressing common concerns and curiosities about induction ranges, such as cookware compatibility, safety, and transitioning from gas or electric.
Will My Pots and Pans Work With Induction?: A practical guide that explains how to determine cookware compatibility—using the magnet test—and explains which materials, like most stainless-steel, cast iron, and carbon steel cookware, are induction‑ready.
The Best Cookware Sets for Induction: Tested by Experts: We’ve put together a one-stop list of all our top-rated stainless-steel, ceramic, traditional nonstick, and hybrid cookware sets that are induction-compatible.
Don’t Fear Induction, Say Professional Chefs: A reassuring feature showcasing why top chefs embrace induction cooking, emphasizing the technology’s control, responsiveness, and cleanliness—especially encouraging for home cooks wary of making the switch.
Is Induction Cooking Faster? 7 Reasons Why the Answer is Yes: In this feature, the author explains several scientific and convenience features of induction cooking that increase speed over traditional electric or gas stoves.
Monica is Reviewed's Kitchen & Cooking editor and an avid home cook; she's been testing a wide range of kitchen products at Reviewed for three years. Previously the Digital Editor at Culture Cheese Magazine (and a former barista), she's also had her work published in The Boston Globe, Modern Luxury, Boston Magazine, and more.
Freelance Editor, Kitchen & Appliances. Danielle has a B.S. from Syracuse University and a AAS in Culinary Arts from Newbury College. Previously, Danielle was a Test Cook and Associate Editor at America's Test Kitchen, as well as a freelance recipe developer and food writer. She’s the mom of two boys and loves making pizza on Friday nights.
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