The 5 Best Induction Ranges, Reviewed by BHG

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The 5 Best Induction Ranges, Reviewed by BHG

Save on energy and cleanup time with one of these sleek appliances

Published on June 25, 2025

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Better Homes & Gardens

Induction ranges are growing in popularity thanks to their energy efficiency and easy-to-clean glass cooktop that stays cooler to the touch.

When shopping for an induction range, Jessica Petrino Ball, appliance expert with AJMadison, recommends you consider your cooking style and the quantity of pots and pans you frequently use to make sure you choose a model with enough cooking space.

“I also recommend that buyers pay close attention to the burner configuration on the stovetop,” Petrino Ball says. “While some brands locate their most powerful burner in the front, other brands place it in the center or the back.”

What We Researched

To find the best induction ranges, we researched the market, keeping in mind price, features, number of burners, oven capacity, and warranties.

Why You Should Get It

It offers app connectivity, so you can control the appliance with technology from anywhere.

Keep in Mind

It can be a challenge to find where the simmer mode is when cooking.

The LG 30-inch smart range offers the option to use an app to start the oven, set timers and check on cooking progress from anywhere. With a depth that fits standard countertops, this range has a custom, built-in appearance and controls placed up front for easy access and a clean look with your backsplash and countertops.

In addition to the intuitive knob controls, the glass controls look sleek and also provide effortless operation with just a touch of your finger.

We love that you can check on your food in an instant with two taps on the oven door, where a window lets you see the food inside your oven without you ever needing to open the door and letting any of the heat escape. A large, 6.3-cubic-foot oven achieves even cooking and baking and easily fits a large holiday roast or whole turkey along with a variety of sides.

Smart home connectivity through LG’s ThinQ app allows you to control and monitor the range from your phone and the app will enable a scan-to-cook mode, which automatically sends cooking instructions to your oven when you scan the barcode of a compatible frozen or ready-made meal.

For quick-cooking and preheating requirements, the air-fry mode delivers crispy fried foods, and air sous vide mode for tender and juicy results. This appliance is also one of a few Energy Star Certified induction ranges, making it an energy-efficient pick.

Key Terms to Know

Bridge burner: The bridge element connects two traditional round burners to create an oblong heating area for use with a griddle, open roaster, or fish poacher.
Ferromagnetic: The type of materials that are compatible with induction cooking. Steel or iron cookware is most common, though you can find other options with ferromagnetic bases that are compatible.
Induction hob: An induction hob works similarly to an electric hob, but it has coils beneath its surface that induce electrical current to generate heat in the pan or metal object. It uses less power and remains cold until you place a pan on it, meaning it uses less energy than other types of electric hobs.
Induction converter disc: An interface disk that enables non-induction cookware to be used on induction surfaces. These are designed for use with any portable or built-in induction cooktop.

Why You Should Get It

The oven capacity is on the larger side for a 30-inch range.

Keep in Mind

There is no air-frying mode, which is popular in other models.

At a price point of less than $2,000—but often on sale for even less—the Frigidaire 30-inch Induction Range offers solid value.

The four-burner cooktop provides even heating and offers the option to connect two heating elements, creating a larger cooking surface for cookware like a griddle. All four of the burner elements also have a boost feature for fast boiling tasks.

We like the safety feature of an automatic shutoff when cookware is removed, making this a good choice for kitchen appliances in a house with kids, pets, or elders. A pan removed from an active cooking zone turns the zone off after 30 seconds. If the cooktop does not detect cookware in any zone for 30 seconds, the whole cooktop will turn off. Plus, the smooth glass surface stays cool to the touch, which also means spills won’t burn into a mess.

With a spacious 5.3-cubic-foot oven capacity, multiple dishes can cook at once. The oven delivers even baking results with fan-based convection or bake mode for a variety of recipe needs, and the lower heating element sits below the oven floor, making it easier to clean up spills.

Keep in mind, this model does not have an air-frying mode that is available in other induction ranges.

Why You Should Get It

A good choice for wattage power and rapid heating when transitioning to induction cooking from gas.

Keep in Mind

There isn’t a storage drawer, and adding an optional bottom trim kit comes at an additional cost.

The Frigidaire Professional 36-inch Induction Range offers generous wattage power across five burner elements for home cooks ready to make the transition to induction cooking.

This larger range model, which is at the higher price point on our list, can accommodate multiple sized pans thanks to the convenient bridge elements on the cooktop. We like the safe cooking surface that features backlit LED knobs when the cooktop is in use. When using the PowerBoost feature, one element within that specific heating zone can be used at maximum power at a time, making it easy to quickly bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Dual-fan convection effectively circulates hot air throughout the oven cavity for any cooking task, whether it’s thoroughly baked muffins or properly cooked protein. Temperature probe monitors allow you to cook with precision and alerts you when the food is ready. Soft-close hinges gently guide the oven door to a closed position without slamming shut.

We like the power the induction range of this model delivers and the ability to handle large pots for soup, stock, or vats of chili for a crowd. However, keep in mind that the oven capacity is just 4.4 cubic feet, which is smaller than most of the 30-inch ranges on our list.

Why You Should Get It

It comes in three stylish colors.

Keep in Mind

The timer alarm may be hard to hear.

With the ability to cook dinner and dessert at the same time, the Cafe Five Burner Element Smart Slide-In Double Oven Induction Range is a great option for those who entertain.

The 3,700-watt cooktop has a total of five burners with two elements that are able to be combined to make a bridge burner. The center burner also functions as a warmer for keeping stock or cream at a low heat.

We like that this induction range model offers two independent ovens with a total capacity of 6.7 cubic feet for taking care of roasting a chicken and baking a cake at the same time. The ovens also offer a mode to cook frozen snacks or pizzas without preheating.

While most induction ranges on our list offer a sleek design in a stainless-steel finish, the Cafe range comes in three colors: stainless steel, matte white, and matte black. We also love that the sleek, backlit-glass touch control panel visually disappears when not in use.

Keep in mind, even on its highest volume, the timer alarm is quiet, so it may be difficult to hear in a busy kitchen.

Why You Should Get It

A tilted digital display makes it easier to adjust settings.

Keep in Mind

Despite its large size, the oven capacity is on the smaller end, at 3.7 cubic feet.

The Bosch 800 Series 36-inch Induction Range delivers cooktop power in a commercial-inspired design with induction elements that cook food quickly and precisely with an oven that circulates heat evenly for reliable results.

A center power burner, the most powerful element at 5,500 watts, can achieve a strong sear on a hefty piece of meat, and two cooking zones can be combined into one for larger pots and pans.

A heat indicator for the cooktop elements provides an alert for any of the element's residual heat for additional safety and the edge-to-edge glass induction surface is easy to clean after each use.

The 3.7-cubic-foot oven cavity can fit a large roast or multiple casserole dishes, but it is the smallest on our list, so it may be best suited for kitchens with a second separate oven.

The tilted digital display makes it easy to adjust the oven’s settings, and the large oven door provides a clear view inside to monitor the interior cooking progress without opening the door. The door itself has dampened hinges so it never slams shut.

The oven has a third heating element and a fan to evenly circulate heat and cook food quickly on all racks, and an integrated temperature probe lets you cook meat to your desired doneness without any guesswork.

The oven also includes dough and proofing modes for baking enthusiasts to maintain low temperatures to proof yeast doughs for an even and faster rise compared to letting dough rise on a room temperature countertop.

The Bottom Line

The best induction ranges are easy to operate and should make your cooking tasks more efficient—both in time and energy. Overall, the LG 30 in. 6.3 cu. ft. Smart 5-Element Induction Range is a solid option for any home cook. It’s a comfortable introduction to induction cooking at a moderate price, offering five burner elements that can be adjusted to accommodate multiple sizes of pots and pans.

What to Know About Induction Ranges Before Shopping

Size and Oven Capacity

The standard range size is 30 inches, but if you're planning a kitchen remodel, you may opt for a larger 36-inch range. While a larger range will provide more space on the cooktop, it doesn't always mean a greater oven capacity; many 30-inch ranges include ovens that are the same size, or larger, than their 36-inch counterparts. In general, range ovens measure around 5 cubic feet.

Power

Induction cooktop power is measured in watts, and each burner on the cooktop often offers a different wattage range. In general, we recommend ensuring each burner offers up to 2,000 to 3,000 watts per zone. "Some models offer a boost setting to increase burner power which comes in handy for a stir fry or if you need to quickly heat a large stock pot," Petrino Ball says.

Compatible Cookware

Since induction cooking uses electromagnetism to generate heat, the cookware used with the appliance must also have magnetic properties.

“The best pans to use on an induction cooktop are those that are induction-ready, like enameled steel, cast iron, and stainless steel designed for induction cooking,” says Emily Spaeter, integrated brand manager at Whirlpool. “Non-compatible pans include those made from glass, aluminum, and ceramic materials.”

You can test your existing pans by placing a magnet on the bottom. If it sticks, it likely can be used for induction cooking.

Your Questions, Answered

What is the difference between electric or gas and induction cooking?

Compared to electric and gas ranges, induction ranges are more energy efficient. But there are also benefits you’ll notice in everyday cooking and cleanup.

“Many consumers love cooking on induction for its speed, precision, and control," says Petrino Ball. "Some brands even make it possible to set the induction cooking surface to an exact temperature,” she adds.

A flat, glass cooking surface is easy to clean, meaning “you won’t find those burnt-on circles from previous spillovers or need to soak heavy grates in soapy water to remove debris,” Petrino Ball says.

Melissa Clark, New York Times food writer and cookbook author, says she typically chooses her induction burner over her gas burner. “It gets just as hot—if not hotter—than my gas burners, searing steak beautifully in a cast iron skillet,” she says. “It keeps the kitchen cooler in summer since it only heats the pan, not the room, and there's no gassy smell or clicking noises when the burner lights.”

Who We Are

This article was written by Alice Knisley Matthias, who writes about food, lifestyle, home, and garden topics. She consulted with Jessica Petrino Ball, appliance expert and director of education and trade engagement at AJ Madison, Emily Spaeter, integrated brand manager at Whirlpool, and Melissa Clark, New York Times food writer and cookbook author.