Luxury induction cooktops and rangetops

The BlueStar Platinum 36-inch rangetop (BSPGRT366B) is the most powerful rangetop in this group and the one for serious high-heat cooks. Three front X-8 sealed burners hit 25,000 BTU, the rear three hit 18,000, and all six turn down to a 500 BTU simmer. It's handcrafted in Pennsylvania and offers 190-plus knob colors. AJ Madison lists an MSRP of about $7,585, though it sells near $6,595. It costs the most, and its feature list is simpler than Wolf's or Monogram's.

The Bosch Benchmark induction cooktop (36-inch frameless NITP660UC) packs the most tech per dollar in our cooktop lineup. About $3,699 MSRP buys five elements, two FlexInduction zones, 17 power levels, SpeedBoost on every zone, a Frying Sensor, preset power by pan position and cooktop-based hood control, with 10,800 watts of total power. The catch is a 1-year warranty, the shortest here. If you're comfortable buying an extended plan, it's a smart, modern cooktop that does more than its price suggests, especially in a busy family kitchen.

The Gaggenau full surface induction cooktop (400 Series CX492612) is the ultra-premium answer to Thermador's Freedom. It lets you place up to six pans anywhere on the glass, lists a 5,500-watt maximum power figure, and runs through a TFT touch display with Home Connect remote access. Its biggest advantage on paper is the warranty: 5 years parts and labor, versus 2 years for most rivals. Pricing is by dealer quote only, and the value case is weak, so it's for buyers who want Gaggenau's design and coverage above all.

The Miele induction cooktop (36-inch KM 7740 FR) is the best value among the luxury induction cooktops we cover. At about $3,199 MSRP it's the least expensive 36-inch model on our list, yet it offers five variable-size zones, TwinBooster up to 3,700 watts, an 11-inch center zone, SmartSelect controls and Con@ctivity 3.0, which links it to a compatible Miele hood. It isn't full-surface, and it doesn't have the biggest bridging setup. For most cooks, though, it delivers premium induction for less.

The Monogram Statement 36-inch professional gas rangetop (ZGU366NTSS) is the sweet spot between Wolf's control and BlueStar's power. Two 23,000 BTU burners handle hard searing, all six burners simmer down to 140°F, and reversible grates flip to a wok-contoured side. AJ Madison lists an MSRP of about $5,940, selling near $5,400. App control and color lighting need an extra connection module, and it's stainless only. For most serious home cooks, it's a very well-balanced rangetop.

The Thermador Masterpiece 36-inch gas cooktop (SGSX365TS) is the value pick among luxury 36-inch gas cooktops. At about $2,599 list, it has five Star burners led by a 16,000 BTU burner, two at 12,000 BTU and ExtraLow Select for gentle simmering. It's about $320 less than Wolf's CG365P and includes three burners at 12,000 BTU or more. The trade-offs: its top burner is weaker than the model it replaced, and Thermador doesn't publish the ExtraLow BTU.

The Thermador Professional Series 36-inch gas rangetop (PCG366W) is the best value among the big-name 36-inch rangetops. At about $4,999 list, it gives you six Pedestal Star burners up to 18,000 BTU and ExtraLow simmering that drops to 375 BTU on two burners. Thermador's 2026 Gift With Purchase event can add appliances at no charge if you buy a suite. Its top burner is the weakest of this group, and only two burners have ExtraLow, but the price and promotion are hard to ignore.

The Thermador Freedom induction cooktop (CIT36YWB) is the most flexible priced induction cooktop in our lineup. Its full-surface design lets you set up to six pans anywhere on the glass, and MoveMode carries a pan's setting with it as you slide it. Add 17 power levels, PowerBoost on all zones, a TFT touchscreen, TeppanyakiPro and hood sync. At about $6,699 MSRP it costs nearly double the zoned rivals. For entertainers and serious cooks who juggle odd pan sizes, the freedom is worth paying for.

The Wolf 36-inch professional gas cooktop (CG365P/S) is the most affordable way to cook on Wolf burners. For about $2,920 list, you get five dual-stacked sealed burners led by an 18,000 BTU power burner, and every burner can simmer and melt. It stands just 4 inches tall, leaving room for drawers below. It's less powerful than Wolf's rangetop and costs about $320 more than Thermador's Masterpiece cooktop, but its low-heat control is the best in this class.

The Wolf induction cooktop (36-inch Transitional Framed CI365TF/S) is the no-nonsense choice for cooks who want strong, flexible induction without a lot of tech. You get five elements, five ways to bridge them into larger zones, a top element rating of 2,600 watts with a 3,700-watt boost, and melt and simmer settings, all in a stainless frame. At about $3,780 MSRP it's priced in line with Bosch and Miele, not Thermador's full-surface model. It skips Wi-Fi and hood pairing, so gadget fans should look elsewhere.

The Wolf 36-inch sealed burner rangetop (SRT366) is the best all-round 36-inch rangetop for cooks who care about low heat as much as high. Its six dual-stacked burners top out at 20,000 BTU, and every one of them can simmer and melt. List price is about $5,390. Rivals offer hotter burners (BlueStar, Monogram) or a lower price (Thermador), but none matches Wolf's control across all six. There's no griddle on this version and no Wi-Fi.