Best Cooktops
Top 10 Cooktops
To determine the 10 best cooktops, we looked at a number of factors, including:
1. Number of burners or elements
2. Space to hold large pans
3. Straightforward controls
4. Ease of cleaning
5. Style and appearance
6 Sturdiness of design
7. Heating power and variability
Whether you choose a gas or an electric cooktop, there are models that offer superior boiling and simmering capabilities, precise temperature control, and durable, attractive construction. See the cooktop comparison and ratings below with a link to the full review of each.
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Color: Stainless |
A 30-inch gas cooktop with five powerful burners (up to 15,000 BTU), the KitchenAid KFGS306VSS is a stylish, functional option for any kitchen. The grates are made of sturdy cast-iron…read more
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Colors: Black, White, Stainless Steel |
Sleek, sturdy continuous grates run across this large cooktop, priced at $1,199, to provide the most space and flexibility when it comes to cooking with multiple pans. The dual-flame…read more
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Color: Stainless Steel |
A wide, generous space to hold a variety of pots and pans, this Whirlpool gas cooktop heats up quickly with its power burner reaching 15,000 BTUs. As with most gas burners, we found them to…read more
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Stainless steel |
Maytag’s 30-inch electric cooktop has a glossy, wide surface to accommodate pots and pans of all sizes with ease. The 10-inch element is suited for extra-large pans, and the Speed Heat element reaches…read more
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Color: Stainless Steel |
A sturdy, top-performing gas cooktop from LG, this model has five sealed burners wide enough to hold skillets, griddles, and woks. Its most powerful burner, located in the center, has the heating power of 19,000 BTUs…read more
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Color: Black with optional stainless steel trim |
A smooth glassy black surface makes this GE induction cooktop stand out in the kitchen. With electronic touch controls instead of knobs, wiping it down after use is easier, too. A maximum power of 3,700 watts…read more
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Colors: Black, White, Stainless Steel |
With a glossy ceramic surface you’ll want to maintain to keep shiny and streak-free, this GE electric cooktop features a downdraft exhaust that keeps the kitchen clear of smoke and steam. A convenient…read more
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Stainless steel |
A sturdy, attractive gas cooktop from Whirlpool, the Whirlpool W5CG3024XS has continuous cast-iron grates that make it easy to slide pots and pans from one burner to another. The burners…read more
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Colors: Black, White, Stainless Steel |
The solid, rugged continuous grates on this Frigidaire gas cooktop are easy to pull up for cleaning and have an appealing pattern. At 30 inches, it’s a compact model with only four burners…read more
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Color: Black |
We were impressed with the heating power of this 36-inch induction cooktop from GE. Its burners can bring water to a boil in as little as 90 seconds. The GE PHP960DMBB also has a smooth…read more
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