Compare Induction Cooktops

14 ranked products · Two to 4 at a time · Updated 23 Sept 2026

Pick any two to four of the 14 ranked induction cooktops and read them side by side. This page opens on the board's top 3, Bosch 500 Series 30-Inch Induction Cooktop (NIT5669UC), Bosch 800 Series 30-Inch Induction Cooktop (NIT8060UC) and Duxtop 9600LS Portable Induction Cooktop.

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Induction Cooktops compared side by side. Each column is one product, each row is one measure taken from the same research that built the board.
Measure	Bosch Bosch 500 Series 30-Inch Induction Cooktop (NIT5669UC)	Bosch Bosch 800 Series 30-Inch Induction Cooktop (NIT8060UC)	Duxtop Duxtop 9600LS Portable Induction Cooktop	Bosch Bosch 800 Series 36-Inch Induction Cooktop (NITP669UC)	GE Profile GE Profile 36-Inch Induction Cooktop (PHP9036DTBB)	Bosch Bosch Benchmark 36-Inch Induction Cooktop (NITP660UC)	LG LG Studio 36-Inch Induction Cooktop (CBIS3618BE)	Thermador Thermador Freedom 36-Inch Induction Cooktop	Thermador Thermador Freedom 30-Inch Induction Cooktop	Duxtop Duxtop 9100MC Portable Induction Cooktop	Breville Breville PolyScience Control Freak	Nuwave Nuwave PIC Flex Induction Cooktop	Frigidaire Frigidaire 30-Inch Induction Cooktop (FFIC3025TB)	Empava Empava 36-Inch Built-In Induction Cooktop (EMPV-IDC36)
Tier	S	S	A	A	A	B	B	C	C	C	D	D	D	F
Rank on this board	1 of 14	2 of 14	3 of 14	4 of 14	5 of 14	6 of 14	7 of 14	8 of 14	9 of 14	10 of 14	11 of 14	12 of 14	13 of 14	14 of 14
Ladder points	873 LP	865 LP	735 LP	714 LP	648 LP	598 LP	521 LP	410 LP	402 LP	395 LP	315 LP	293 LP	256 LP	0 LP
Our verdict	Ranks third, delivering core Bosch reliability without the extra features of the 800 series.	Ranks first as the most proven ownership record in the category, with Bosch's electronics and support benchmarked against all rivals.	Ranks sixth, repeatedly tested by Wirecutter as a reliable portable unit with strong performance.	Ranks fourth, matching the 800-series reliability while adding more cooking zones, though the larger glass adds replacement risk.	Ranks eighth, sharing the 30-inch’s reliability while adding a larger surface that slightly raises failure risk.	Ranks second as the safest 36-inch option, offering the same reliable Bosch engineering in a flagship trim.	CR's testing confirms LG's induction performance is top-tier, but the Studio tier's premium positioning weakens its value case.	The best full-surface cooking experience money can buy, and priced like it. A Bosch 500 Series delivers the induction experience for a small fraction of the outlay.	Flagship money for the cut-down Freedom, with the family's documented repair-cost record and stripe-heating complaints. Buy the Bosch 800 Series 30-inch, or the 36-inch Freedom if full-surface is the point.	Ranks ninth, a long-produced portable model noted for reliability, yet its basic build feels less durable than newer units.	Ranks fifth, praised for its commercial-grade build and Breville support, though long-term data is limited.	Ranks tenth, well-reviewed for performance and size, but its lightweight construction and limited support keep it at the bottom of the picks.	The cheapest name-brand 30-inch built-in. Fewer frills than the Bosch or GE, but the core induction experience is all here.	Ranks fourteenth, a trap as a budget, no-name unit lacking warranty support and any failure-rate history.
What reviewers rate	Included in Wirecutter's reliable built-in recommendations The value play among mainstream built-ins Reliable mid-range Bosch hardware Included in CHOICE's dedicated value testing of induction cooktops	Proven ownership record with reliable electronics Recommended by Wirecutter for everyday performance and build quality Recognized by CooktopHunter as premium-mainstream value leader for reliability Enthusiast consensus cites Bosch as top induction technology	Wirecutter repeatedly re-tests and rates it reliable Compact and versatile design Boils water quickly (1:40) per Barbecue Lab test Wirecutter's current top portable pick, described as reliable, versatile, compact and one of the easiest to use	Same ownership story as the 30-inch 800 series FlexInduction zones are the reason to move up from the 500 Series Widest expression of Bosch's premium-mainstream value proposition Backed by Bosch's technology and support reputation	Adds two extra cooking zones The 36-inch version of the mainstream GE formula Solid and well-rounded Named the value leader among induction brands	Same reliable Bosch engineering in flagship trim Preferred by Snyder Diamond for remodel projects Good cooktop with premium fit and finish Excellent hardware with Bosch's support network behind it	Consumer Reports' lab testing gives LG top-rated marks for both low-heat and high-heat performance LG's induction hardware is genuinely excellent in CR's tests Featured in the relevant 36-inch tested ranking Strong hardware from a top-rated line	The only full-surface induction cooktop in North America, a grid of 48 coils instead of 4-5 discrete zones Consumer Reports gives Thermador top marks for both low-heat and high-heat performance Dealers rave about the "unparalleled freedom" of full-surface placement Single large color touchscreen runs multiple pans simultaneously anywhere on the surface	Full-surface flexibility with great power High heating speed and efficiency Strong owner rating on Best Buy	Boils water in 1:40, beating Nuwave models The long-standing budget Duxtop and one of the cheapest name-brand burners you can buy Consumer Reports' top portable spot going to a Duxtop reflects a brand-level verdict covering this model line Remains a mainstream recommendation	Breville's established support network Pro-grade PID temperature control unmatched among portables Single-degree hold at a set temperature Commercial-grade construction built to survive professional kitchen abuse	Quick boil times and precise temperature control Compact footprint suitable for small spaces Quiet operation and simple controls Compact footprint and quiet operation	The cheapest way to get a full-size four-zone induction hob from a major manufacturer Consistently appears in the current built-in roundup cycle as the entry pick A basic, competent hob at the bottom of the built-in price range Dependable mainstream built-in in the tier Consumer Reports covers well	The perennial marketplace answer for buyers who need the wider cutout without the premium-brand price A 36-inch hob at budget pricing is inherently strong value Full 36-inch five-zone glass surface Undercuts every mainstream brand by a wide margin
Where it falls short	Fewer features compared to the 800 series Gives up the 800 Series' features for the saving Falls below the recommended Bosch 800 series	Its gains over the 500 Series are real but incremental Large premium over the Bosch 500 Series and GE Profile PHP9030 for marginal cooking gains The extra money buys styling and features, not better meals Slightly plainer trim than the Benchmark	Serious Eats found it pricier than Duxtop's cheaper 9100MC and not as fast or powerful	Larger glass is costlier to replace if damaged Larger glass panel means slightly more exposure to the category's most common failure, glass cracking The 36-inch format carries a premium the cooking performance does not fully justify Less documented ownership history than the 30-inch sibling	Larger glass adds potential failure risk The 36-inch format commands a premium that only pays off if you genuinely need the width The 36-inch surcharge erodes the price advantage that makes GE Profile interesting Touch controls have a documented water-sensitivity complaint	Costs meaningfully more than the 800 Series 36-inch for the same flex-zone cooking surface Holds no expert best-of placement while the 800 Series does Premium line's price buys only marginal durability gains over the 800 Series Costs a meaningful premium over the 800 Series for essentially identical cooking performance	The Studio tier's premium positioning caps its value Carries a brand premium over the Bosch and GE Profile value plays for comparable cooking results Scattered owner reports of touchscreen control quirks	Sits at the very top of the price ladder A long-term owner reports it is at best mildly annoying to use, with occasional complete shutdowns Long-term owner reports complete failures about five times in two years Mildly annoying to use day to day, per a long-term owner	Does not heat perfectly evenly and heats in stripes Long-term repair bills reported to match the purchase price Gives up surface area compared to the 36-inch Freedom for the same flagship money Less documented ownership history	Slightly less versatile than the 9600LS Less power and fewer features than the 9600LS Mid-pack on boiling speed in head-to-head testing Gives up some convenience features and trim compared with the 9600LS	Recent long-term test coverage is thin Costs several times what the Duxtop 9600LS costs Its precision matters mainly to technique obsessives and sous-vide devotees A niche tool rather than an everyday burner	Lightweight consumer build offers less durability Support and service backing weaker than other brands Narrower use case than any other pick Not a whole-kitchen solution	Fewer frills than the Bosch or GE alternatives Beaten by the GE Profile 30-inch on every expert measure Frigidaire's current expert recognition comes from its range line, not this cooktop Rated only average in predicted reliability in Consumer Reports' survey	No established parts or service channel No documented long-term failure data Refinement trails the Bosch and GE picks No authoritative outlet has ever tested or recommended it
Evidence behind it	4 sources across 4 outlets	3 sources across 3 outlets	9 sources across 9 outlets	3 sources across 3 outlets	5 sources across 4 outlets	1 source across 1 outlet Thin sourcing, read it as provisional	3 sources across 3 outlets	3 sources across 3 outlets	2 sources across 2 outlets	8 sources across 8 outlets	9 sources across 8 outlets	13 sources across 11 outlets	3 sources across 3 outlets	4 sources across 3 outlets
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