Induction stovetops are the most energy-efficient and, arguably, the safest type of cooktop around. (Hey, look, I did the math.) If you’re inspired by induction, here are the best ranges with induction stovetops currently available.
Table of Contents
- What to watch out for when buying an induction range
- The best energy-efficient and eco-friendly induction ranges
- GE Profile PHS930YPFS Induction Range
- Bertazzoni MAST365INSXT
- Smeg SPR30UIMX Professional Series
- GE Profile PHS93XYPFS 30-Inch Slide-In Induction Range
- Smeg SPR36UIMX
- LG LSE4617ST
- Viking Series 5 Induction Range VIR53014BSS
- Bosch Benchmark 30-Inch 4.6 cu. ft. Slide-In Induction Range with Self-Cleaning Convection Oven
These are rated for energy efficiency, quality of construction, and for the general sustainability and eco-friendliness of their manufacturer. I’ve also included some points below on what to watch out for when buying an induction range.
NB: Before buying an induction stovetop, check your cookware will work. Induction cooking requires cookware made with metal, such as cast iron. You can’t use glass and ceramic with induction unless you get a special bridging induction interface stone.
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What to watch out for when buying an induction range
As mentioned above, induction cooking is the most energy-efficient type of cooking. These types of stovetops offer speed and precision and are easy to clean. They’re also great if you have kids, because the elements themselves don’t get hot and there’s no open flame.
With induction cooking, heat is induced in your pots and pans. This means the element doesn’t have to warm up itself to transfer heat to the pan. The process is much more energy-efficient and any warmth transferred from the pan to the stovetop dissipates very quickly once the pan is removed. Most induction stoves also have a built-in safety feature where the element turns off if a pan boils over.
Induction stoves also have a host of other features allowing for very precise cook times and temperatures. You can even program some of the stovetops to follow specific instructions to bring to a boil and then keep at a simmer. So, whether you like cooking or always seem to burn everything, induction stovetops are a great choice.
See also: The pros and cons of cooking with a gas stove
When coupled with an electric range, an induction stovetop is as energy efficient as it gets. That is, if you choose an electric oven that is well insulated and the right size for your needs. There’s no point, after all, in buying a huge oven only to use one shelf for small dishes.
There’s a lot to consider when buying a range. In addition to the things above, it’s also good to think about the company that makes a range, including their environmental track record and current policies and procedures.
Some companies, such as Smeg and Bosch, are miles ahead in terms of sustainability, for instance, but Smeg has only just entered the induction game in the U.S., despite being available in the UK for many years. These companies also make quality products that are more likely to last many years, instead of needing replacing more frequently.
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Induction range features to look for
When looking for an energy-efficient induction/electric range, consider features such as:
- Steam-clean and self-clean options (with quick clean modes for energy savings)
- Covered bake elements and porcelain-coated racks for easy cleaning
- Racks that can be repositioned and removed for easy cleaning
- ADA compliance for ease of opening and use
- Child safety features like a control lock and touchpad instead of knobs
- Controls at the back of the range for additional child safety
- Star-K compliance if you need a Sabbath-friendly range.
You might also want to think about:
- The size and position of the heating elements
- Whether there’s a double oven (so you can use the smaller one for smaller meals)
- If there’s a warming drawer or very low temperature setting for proofing bread etc.
- How well insulated the oven is, especially if it will be beside a refrigerator or exposed.
In general, ovens with a self-clean mode are better insulated because otherwise, the oven would suffer at such high temperatures. These ovens are also free from some of the more egregious non-stick coatings because these wouldn’t survive high temperatures either. That said, using self-cleaning mode can still be bad for indoor air quality.
My recommendation, then, would be to go for a self-cleaning oven or one with steam or vapor clean, but only use the feature to burn off any factory residue. After that, manually clean the oven as needed and only use the energy-intensive self-clean settings when absolutely necessary to remove serious crud. Read more about this issue and how to choose a safe oven or stovetop here.
The best energy-efficient and eco-friendly induction ranges
GE Profile PHS930YPFS Induction Range
Highlights: A smart, efficient, powerful induction range with convection oven and all the features anyone could ever need. The sous vide-capable cooktop offers glide touch, precise control and 5 elements with bridging capacity and a warming zone.
- Five elements (1,800 to 3,700 Watts with 80 Watt warming zone)
- Bridging capability to extend cook surface
- Sous vide-enabled for precise temperature control
- Large (5.3 cu. ft. capacity) convection oven
- Tons of oven features!
- Steam-clean and self-clean
- Sabbath mode, Star K certified, and ADA compliant
- Temperature probe and timer
- Connects to WiFi, Alexa, and Google Assistant
- Easy to clean touch controls
- Control lock and digital display
- Pricier than its predecessor (which was arguably as good!)
The GE Profile PHS930YPFS is the latest version of our previously recommended GE Profile PHS930SLSS (now discontinued). Like its predecessor, this model is a 30-inch Smart slide-in electric induction range with five elements on a smoothtop induction cooktop.
The induction cooktop is sous vide-enabled for precision and has glide touch controls. The most powerful element offers 3,700 Watts, with the other elements offering 2,500, 1,900, and 1,800 Watts, plus an 80 Watt warming zone. You can also connect elements for an extended cook-zone for larger cookware.
The oven offers 5.3 cu. ft. total capacity, convection cooking, and a delay bake feature, and is self-clean with a steam-clean option. It has three oven racks and has a proofing setting and fast preheat.
The GE Profile PHS930YPFS is also ADA Compliant and Star K certified. It has electronic touch controls and can connect with Alexa and Google Assistant. Because of the smooth, digital controls, this range is a breeze to keep clean (no awkward control knobs to gather grime!).
Other features include:
- Warming or storage drawer (soft-close)
- Temperature probe
- Wi-Fi enabled and can be controlled by smartphone
- Chef Connect and IFTT capability
- Edge-to-edge cooktop for easy cleaning
- Fifth element warming zone
- Digital temperature display
- Control lock
- Sabbath mode
- No preheat air fry.
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Bertazzoni MAST365INSXT
Highlights: High-end large capacity range with 5-element induction smoothtop cooktop made by an environmentally conscious company with an outstanding reputation for quality. The best for sustainability and aesthetics but beaten by the GE Profile for overall bang for your buck.
- Large capacity dual convection oven
- Freestanding, beautiful induction range
- 5 high-power induction elements
- Two bridge zones for extended cooking surface
- Full metal controls (no plastic knobs)
- Self-cleaning and easy to clean by hand (removable inner oven glass!)
- 99% recyclable!
- Comes with 3 racks and an enameled tray
- 7 possible rack positions!
- A luxury range at a luxury price
- May require an electrical panel upgrade!
- Front control knobs (not child-safe)
- No touch controls for stovetop (less precise)
The Bertazzoni Master Series 36 Inch Freestanding Electric Induction Range is where it’s at for the best luxury induction range for 2023. This dual convection range has a whopping 5.7 cu. ft. capacity oven and 5 induction elements and is controlled with full metal knobs – no plastic here!
The range boasts a gorgeous digital temperature gauge, the door has soft motion close, and the oven is self-cleaning, meaning it is very well insulated and energy-efficient. A staggering 99% of Bertazzoni products and packaging are recyclable, making this a very sustainable range.
Take care to note that this oven requires four wires and a 240 V electrical supply – it’s that impressive.
The Bertazzoni measures 36 inches wide and 37.5 inches high, with a depth of 25.187 inches. It comes with a 2-year parts warranty and the heavier chassis, thicker side panels and reinforced legs longtime Bertazzoni fans know and love.
This range has a low profile backguard with one piece cooktop and edge to edge tempered inner oven glass make it easy to clean. The inner glass can also be removed and the oven itself is triple glazed.
The 5 cook zones offer space for full-size cookware and super-fast and precise cooking. The elements comprise:
- Induction front right – Bridge 2100 W (3700 W booster)
- Induction front left 5 ¾ in – 1400 W (2200 W booster)
- Induction back right – Bridge 2100 W (3700 W booster)
- Induction back left 8 ¼ in – 2300 W (3700 W booster)
- Induction 2 bridge zones
- Induction center 8 ¼ in – 2300 W (3700 W booster).
You can control each induction area using the knobs on the front of the range, and there’s a convenient read-out interface on the glass worktop too.
The oven comes with three racks (1 telescopic and 2 wire), one enameled tray, and seven possible positions. There are dual convection fans for excellent heat distribution and even cooking and the extra wide electric broiler with optional convection is prefect for high-heat grilling and searing.
This Bertazzoni induction range offers plenty of pre-set cooking modes, including: bake, broil, convection, convection bake, convection broil, dehydrate, pizza, proofing, pyrolytic self-clean, and warming. The racks can be left in during self-clean mode, meaning they aren’t coated in toxic non-stick chemicals.
Bertazzoni also offers a 30-inch induction range with almost all the same features, just with single convection, four elements, and a lower overall oven capacity (view here).
Note that this range doesn’t have a control lock (the controls are knobs, not touchpad) and its capacity is actually a little less than the 30 inch LG below (which boasts 6.3 cu. ft. plus a warming drawer!).
Smeg SPR30UIMX Professional Series
Highlights: Environmentally conscious company offering a high-end 30-inch induction range with 4 elements, all power boosted, 9 induction power modes, a larger bridged cook zone, and 9 oven cooking modes.
- Made by a more sustainable company
- True convection cooking
- Steam-clean
- Attractive design with sturdy hardware
- Freestanding with stainless steel legs
- Easy to clean
- Six rack positions
- Power Booster and Heat Accelerator
- Can bridge elements for larger cook surface
- Front controls (so not child-safe)
- Smaller oven capacity (4.6 cu. ft.)
- Just two oven racks
- Just four elements with no warming zone
- No self-clean mode (less insulation, possibly?)
- The 36-inch model has higher power elements
The Smeg Professional Series 30 Inch Freestanding Electric Induction Range boasts four elements and 4.6 cu. ft. total oven capacity with true convection cooking and vapor-cleaning mode (but no self-clean mode, meaning it may not be as well insulated and energy efficient as the GEs and other ranges).
This very attractive range has sturdy knobs and a robust black tempered glass cooking surface with a knurled oven handle design, low profile island trim, and stainless steel legs. It also has a soft close oven door and large viewing window in an air-cooled triple glazed door for safety and efficiency.
The inner glass can be removed for easy cleaning, and the range also has a VaporClean mode, and a food probe. The Ever-Clean Cavity is coated enamel for easy cleaning and the oven temperature range is 150-500 F.
This range offers an impressive 9 oven modes: Bake, Convection Bottom, Broil, Broil Max (Large grill), Convection Broil, Convection Bake, True European Convection, Defrost, and Pizza. There are six oven rack positions and two wire racks provided. This oven also has a clock and timer, which I feel should be standard but, oddly, isn’t (see the Viking Series 5).
The Smeg 30-inch also features DIGI Screen touch controls and nine cooktop power levels including a Power Booster and Heat Accelerator function for rapid burner heat up. The other power modes include Melt, Keep Warm, and Simmer, and there’s a residual heat indicator light, automatic pan detection, and automatic switch-off in case of overheating. All of this makes the Smeg a great choice for foolproof cooking, especially if you’re new to induction.
The elements comprise:
- Front Left – 3000 W
- Back Left – 3000 W
- Back Right – 3700 W
- Front Right – 2200 W.
All of these have a power boost option and two of the elements can be bridged to create larger cooking zones.
GE Profile PHS93XYPFS 30-Inch Slide-In Induction Range
Highlights: Fully kitted out Smart 30-inch slide-in induction range with in-oven camera, 7-inch color display, and more features than you’ll ever use. Large oven capacity and functional cooktop with 5 powerful elements.
- 5 powerful elements with warming zone and bridge capacity
- In-oven camera and 7-inch full-color touch LCD screen!
- Can switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit
- ADA compliant and Star K certified Sabbath mode
- Digital clock, timer, and touch controls
- Child lock and various auto-shut-offs for safety
- Self-clean with steam-clean mode (and delays and cool-down timers)
- WiFi enabled and connects with smart devices
- Higher price thanks to all the features and in-oven camera
- Lots of potential to go wrong, given so many features
If you like to watch your food cooking from the comfort of your couch, meet the GE Profile PHS93XYPFS. This range has a heat-resistant in-oven camera that lets you view your food via smartphone for remote monitoring while cooking.
The GE Profile PHS93XYPFS also offers a ton of other features, including a 5-element cooktop with sous vide capability and precise touch controls. You can also control the elements’ temperatures from your smartphone app.
On the stovetop, you’ll find two 8-inch left elements offering 2,500 Watts each. On the right there is an 11-inch and a 6-inch element providing 3,700 (Power Boil) and 1,800 Watts respectively. There’s also a 100 Watt warming zone (6-inch), and the whole thing is black ceramic glass, edge-to-edge for easy cleaning.
The oven offers 5.3 cu. ft. of capacity, has a temperature probe, and true European convection. It is steam-clean and self-clean, with 3 self-clean heavy-duty oven racks (six possible positions), meaning the racks aren’t coated in PTFE. The bake wattage is a bit higher than in many other ovens at this price point (2,850 Watts) and there’s a powerful 4,000 Watt broiler. The convection wattage is 1,500 Watt.
Thanks to a hidden bake element, the oven is also easy to clean. This model has a storage drawer too, control locks, delay bake, proofing mode, and a Star K certified Sabbath mode.
The range has built-in WiFi, connects with Alexa, Google Assistant, Drop, DiGiorno, Innit, IFTTT, and Nest, and offers Guided Cooking from Hestan Cue and Chef Connect. There’s an impressive 7-inch full-color touch LCD screen and glide touch controls, auto recipe conversion, an auto oven shut-off (with override), auto self-clean (I suggest you deactivate this), and you can switch the programming between Celsius and Fahrenheit. The self-clean function also displays a ‘time to cool’ countdown, which is very helpful for planning your day.
Smeg SPR36UIMX
Highlights: High-end 36-inch induction range with 5 elements, numerous power modes, a larger bridged cook zone, and 9 oven cooking modes.
- 5 high-power elements
- Made by a more sustainable company
- True convection cooking
- Steam-clean
- Attractive design with sturdy hardware
- Freestanding with stainless steel legs
- Easy to clean
- Six rack positions
- Power Booster and Heat Accelerator
- Can bridge elements for larger cook surface
- Front controls (so not child-safe)
- Smaller oven capacity (4.5 cu. ft.)
- Just two oven racks
- No self-clean mode (less insulation, possibly?)
The Smeg Professional Series 36 Inch Freestanding Electric Induction Range is very similar to its smaller 30 inch peer but boasts an extra induction element. If stovetop cooking accounts for most of your culinary adventures, this model is a great choice. If you’re looking instead for a larger capacity oven with induction cooktop, go for the GE models.
Why? Because i’s not entirely clear what capacity this oven offers, with some listings showing just 4.5 cu. ft. Given that this range is 6 inches wider than the SPR30UIMX, this seems a bit odd. I contacted Smeg to confirm the size but haven’t heard back.
The oven does, however, offer true convection cooking and a vapor-cleaning mode (but not a self-clean option, meaning it may be less well insulated than the smaller model). This very attractive range has sturdy knobs and a robust black tempered glass cooking surface with a knurled oven handle design, low profile island trim, and stainless steel legs.
You’ll find the same soft close oven door and large viewing window with air-cooled triple glazed door and removable inner glass as with the 30-inch model. It also has a food probe. The Ever-Clean Cavity is coated enamel for easy cleaning and the oven temperature range is 150-500 F.
This range also offers an impressive 9 oven modes, six oven rack positions and two wire racks as standard. There’s a clock and timer, as well as a defrost timer mode.
You can control the induction stovetop using the DIGI Screen touch controls and this wider range offers the same high powered elements plus an additional 5th element as follows:
- Front Left – 3000 W
- Back Left – 3000 W
- Back Right – 3000 W
- Front Right – 3000 W
- Middle Center – 3700 W.
All of these have a power boost option and two of the elements can be bridged to create a larger cooking zones.
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LG LSE4617ST
Highlights: Large capacity oven with 7 rack positions and more traditional knob controls instead of a touchpad.
- Huge oven capacity (6.3 cu. ft.)
- Wireless control through smartphone app
- 4 high-power elements (1,800-4,000 Watts!)
- Warming element
- Convection oven
- Self-clean and steam-clean options
- Warming drawer and door lock
- Infrared grill
- No bridging capacity for the elements
- No control lock
- Not Star K certified and no Sabbath mode
- Not ADA compliant
The LG LSE4617ST is another excellent option for an induction range with electric oven. This standard 30-inch wide, 6.3 cu front-control induction smoothtop range performs well and has some innovative features such as the ability to control the appliance wirelessly through your smartphone (although the GE Profile and Kenmore Elite also have these).
The LG features 4 surface cooking elements, including 2 high-powered elements and 2 mid-powered elements, using 4000 and 3200, and 1800 watts respectively. It also has a warming element, but no bridge element.
As for the oven, it features a convection mode and the element is in the back wall rather than the floor, for faster, consistent cooking and baking. It also has an infrared grill, which can save time and energy. And it features both a ‘Steam-Clean’ and ‘Self-Clean’ mode, which are simple to use.
A temperature probe is also included, and there are at least 7 rack positions in the oven, with gliding oven racks for ease of use. This model also has a 1 cu warming drawer and a door lock but does not seem to have a control lock, likely because the controls are not all digital (there are knobs for the elements).
The LG is bigger than the GE Profile and the Bertazzoni 36-inch, which is impressive. It also has extra space in the warming drawer, making it a great model for those who like to really use their oven to capacity.
While the GE might look better for households with kids, because of the control lock feature, this is an induction stovetop, so safety risks are much lower than with an electric or gas range (just don’t leave your cast iron on the stove!). This one is not ADA compliant, though, nor is it Star-K compliant as it has an Automatic Safety Shut-Off after 12 hours.
Viking Series 5 Induction Range VIR53014BSS
Highlights: Viking offers this 30-inch American-made, high-end, energy-efficient range with 4 high-power induction elements. Missing some fairly standard features, however, but a great choice if these don’t matter to you! Available in a huge number of colors sure to match any kitchen design.
- Beautiful induction range available in a wide range of colors
- Freestanding, not slide-in
- 4 elements (1,400-3,700)
- Self-cleaning
- Multiple convection modes
- LED illumination of control panel and knobs
- 3 heavy-duty racks and 6 possible positions
- Only 4 elements
- Smaller oven capacity (4.7 cu. ft.)
- No timer or temperature probe
- Not ADA compliant or Star K certified
If you’re looking for a high end induction range, Viking is a surefire winner. This go-to brand for gourmet cooks offers beautiful pro-style ranges with a wide range of premium features, and they’re made in the U.S.!
This 5 Series 30-inch freestanding electric induction range has 4 MagneQuick elements and a glass ceramic surface. The oven offers a capacity of 4.7 cu. ft. and has multiple convection modes, self-cleaning capacity, a large viewing window, a rapid ready preheat system, and a gentle close action.
The control panel and standard BlackChrome™ Knobs are illuminated by SoftLit™ LED lights and the ceramic top has strong, wear-resistant glass, meaning this range will stay beautiful for a long time even if you’re not the most delicate of cooks. The oven itself has three cleverly placed halogen lights and three heavy-duty racks with 6 porcelain coated rack positions.
The patented Vari-Speed Dual Flow™Convection system is likely the largest convection fan currently available. This 8 ½ inch fan works bi-directionally for maximum airflow and the oven has a concealed 10 pass dual bake element with large 10-pass broiler with heat reflector.
High performance cooking modes include:
- Bake
- Convection Bake
- TruConvec™ Convection Cooking
- Convection Roast
- Hi, Med and Low Broil
- Convection Broil
- Convection Dehydrate
- Convection Defrost
- Self-Clean.
As for the induction stovetop, the elements comprise:
- Left front – 8-inch 3700 W boost/2300 W element
- Left rear – 6-inch 1400 W element
- Right front – 7-inch 1850 W element
- Right rear – 7-inch 1850 W element.
The majority of Viking products are made in Greenwood, Mississippi, which makes this stove much less energy intensive in terms of transport compared to a stove made in Europe.
In 2020, Viking won a local environmental award bestowed by Pratt Industries. This award acknowledged its longstanding use of a vertically integrated supply chain involving recycled packing paper and cardboard. The company partnered with Pratt Industries in 2008 and has saved (according to Pratt) an estimated 99,535 trees and 5,855 tons of carbon, nearly 41 million gallons of water, and more than 23 million kilowatt hours by using recycled materials.
The major downsides to this model are the lack of a timer (which is a bit odd, really), no temperature probe, and the lack of a bridge element, with the elements also a little lower in power compared to the Smeg, Bertazzoni, and GE ranges. It is also not ADA compliant and it doesn’t have a Sabbath mode or Star-K certification.
Check out AJ Madison for the full range of colors for the Viking 5 Series Induction Range.
Bosch Benchmark 30-Inch 4.6 cu. ft. Slide-In Induction Range with Self-Cleaning Convection Oven
Highlights: A true convection oven and induction range with self-clean function. Smaller oven capacity than similar-sized ranges, and some issues with the visibility and practicality of the controls. Made by a more eco-friendly company, though, and it looks gorgeous and is easy to keep clean!
- High-end brand offering luxury aesthetic
- Made by a more sustainable company
- Can combine elements to extend cooking surface
- 1,400 to 3,700 Watt (6-11 inch) elements with SpeedBoil
- Warming drawer and keep warm mode
- Proofing mode and rapid preheat
- Smaller oven for fast heating and less energy use overall
- Quiet timer alarms
- Easy to wipe clean
- Sabbath mode
- More expensive than features and size warrant
- Largest element is at the back
- Controls are hard to see and use
- Smaller oven capacity (4.6 cu. ft.)
- Alarms may be too quiet!
Bosch offers a luxury aesthetic and powerful performance all in one with its 30-inch slide-in induction range (model HIIP057U). This model has four elements (1,400 to 3,700 Watts) and offers FlexInduction® where you can combine two cook zone to create one continuous larger surface. The largest element is at the back, though, which may be impractical for some cooks (especially if you’re shorter or struggle to lift larger pots over smaller ones at the front).
The oven is smaller than many other 30-inch ranges, offering just 4.6 cu. ft. of capacity. This may be plenty for you and your family, though, and the smaller space heats up faster and uses less energy overall. The oven has dampened hinges for soft, quiet, closing. There’s a warming drawer, proofing mode, rapid preheat, and a keep warm mode, as well as a roast option. This range also has a timer and Sabbath mode.
While we love Bosch for its sustainability and for other appliances, including refrigerators, the company could definitely do better with its induction ranges. The biggest downside with this Bosch range is that the controls are very difficult to see once you actually start cooking. The print is gray on black and is easily obscured by steam or boiled over food or water.
The stovetop markings also make it difficult to ensure you’re lining up your pots correctly with the elements, which is more important in induction cooking than with electric or gas. And with bigger spills, you may have to clear the mess before you can safely use the controls to turn the element down or off, which seems like a real safety hazard.
The other big issue is that there is just one set of controls for all four elements. To change the temperature, you have to first select an area and then turn it up or down. If you’re using all four elements when cooking, this can quickly become confusing and chaotic and you may toggle the wrong element.
Finally, some users report that the timer for this range is so quiet that it’s inaudible in adjacent rooms or if you have a powerful range hood running. For noise sensitive cooks, this may be a blessing. For forgetful cooks, this could be a safety concern.
Bosch is one of the more environmentally friendly companies making large and small appliances. They’re a top pick for more eco-friendly refrigerators and participate in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s RAD recycling program (like GE).