Wolf vs Miele Range: which should you buy?
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The short answer
In the Wolf vs Miele range matchup, Wolf's 36-inch dual fuel is the better pick for most cooks. It has hotter burners (up to 20,000 BTU), a stronger infrared griddle and a larger 6.3 cu ft oven.
Choose Miele if you're a baker who wants Moisture Plus steam assist, a wireless probe and a motorized M Touch control panel, and you'd like to save about $896 at list. Choose Wolf if you cook on the stovetop as much as in the oven.
Key differences at a glance
- Miele 36-inch Dual Fuel Range with Griddle lists for about $896 less ($13,099 vs $13,995).
- Wolf 36-inch Dual Fuel Range, 4 Burners + Infrared Griddle rates higher for performance (5/5 vs 4/5).
- Wolf 36-inch Dual Fuel Range, 4 Burners + Infrared Griddle rates higher for design (5/5 vs 4/5).
Ratings head to head
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Wolf 36-inch Dual Fuel Range, 4 Burners + Infrared Griddle | Miele 36-inch Dual Fuel Range with Griddle |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Wolf | Miele |
| Category | Range (dual-fuel) | Range (dual-fuel) |
| Width | 36″ | 36″ |
| Fuel | Dual fuel | Dual fuel |
| Installation | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| List price (MSRP) | $13,995-$15,580 | $13,099 |
| Full warranty | 2-yr full | 2-yr full |
| Made in | - | - |
| Wi-Fi / app | Yes | Yes |
| Burners | 4 | 4 |
| Griddle (BTU) | 15,000 | 13,000 |
| Oven capacity (cu ft) | 6.3 | 5.76 |
| Convection | dual VertiCross | TwinPower dual fans |
| Performance rating | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Design rating | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Features rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Value rating | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Where to buy | Check price | Check price |
Prices are manufacturer or retailer list prices when we last checked; luxury brands set minimum advertised prices, so savings usually come from dealer packages and rebates. Ratings are editorial estimates: see how we rate.
How Wolf and Miele dual fuel ranges differ
On paper these two look alike: 36 inches, four burners, a griddle, Wi-Fi and a self-cleaning electric oven. The details split them, and the split is easy to summarize: Wolf builds for the cooktop, Miele builds for the oven. Neither is weak at the other job, but each one's priorities show in the numbers below.
The Wolf 36 dual fuel runs patented dual-stacked burners at 20,000, 18,000, 15,000 and 9,200 BTU, with a 15,000 BTU infrared griddle. Its 6.3 cu ft oven has dual VertiCross convection, 10 modes, Gourmet presets, a probe and touchscreen controls with halo-lit knobs.
The Miele 36 dual fuel with griddle runs burners from 12,500 to 19,500 BTU and a 13,000 BTU griddle. Its 5.76 cu ft oven uses TwinPower dual fans and adds Moisture Plus, which injects steam bursts for crusty bread and moist roasts. A wireless precision probe, an M Touch display on a motorized control panel and a soft-open, soft-close door round it out.
Who should pick Wolf vs Miele
Pick Wolf if you sear, stir-fry and cook on all four burners, or you want the biggest oven at 36 inches. It also offers more personality: stainless, black or white bodies and stainless, black, red, brass or gray knobs. Pick Miele if baking is your main event and you'd use steam assist every week, or you're building a Miele kitchen with a PureLine wall oven or G 7000 dishwasher. Miele also sells 36-inch induction ranges if you're open to giving up gas.
For more context on these brands, see Miele vs Wolf wall ovens, Viking vs Wolf and Wolf vs Hestan.
Wolf vs Miele range price, warranty and service
Wolf lists from about $13,995 to $15,580 depending on knobs, bezels and finish. Miele lists at about $13,099. Neither shows a current dated promotion, so dealer packages are where savings come from.
Wolf offers 2 years full plus a 5-year limited warranty on select components. Miele offers a 2-year appliance warranty with extended plans up to 10 years. Features like a motorized control panel add parts that could need service someday, so confirm an authorized technician near you. More at Wolf, Miele and the ranges hub.
Frequently asked questions
Is a Miele range as good as Wolf?
Miele's 36-inch dual fuel is an excellent range for bakers, with Moisture Plus steam assist and a wireless probe. Wolf's is stronger on the cooktop, with burners up to 20,000 BTU versus Miele's 19,500 maximum, a hotter griddle and a bigger oven. Our editorial ratings give Wolf the higher performance score.
Which oven is bigger, Wolf or Miele?
Wolf's. The Wolf 36-inch dual fuel range has a 6.3 cu ft oven, while the Miele 36-inch dual fuel has 5.76 cu ft. That difference is noticeable when you're roasting a large turkey alongside side dishes, or baking several sheet pans at once during the holidays.
Does the Wolf dual fuel range have steam?
No. The Wolf 36-inch dual fuel range uses dual VertiCross convection without steam. Miele's 36-inch dual fuel range adds Moisture Plus steam assist in the main oven. If you want Wolf with steam, Wolf sells separate convection steam ovens, such as the E Series 24-inch model at about $6,385.