Induction is probably a better choice if you have the budget for it and might be your choice even if you had gas available. And that leads to a question about which Kenmore induction range? There are several, and all are made by Electrolux. They are very similar to the ones that Electrolux sells under its Electrolux and Frigidaire brands. The older and more expensive models have been reviewed and discussed in several threads here as have the Electrolux models. If you have trouble turning them up using gardenweb's search functions, try going out to google/bing/etc. and do a search from there. Include "gardenweb" in your search string. There is a new and much less expensive Kenmore induction model, the Kenmore Elite 95073, which, at $1350, seems to be the least expensive induction range available in the North American market right now. It is so new that there do not yet seem to be any reviews. Same thing for the essentially similar Frigidaire "Gallery" FGIF3061NF. The Frigidaire seems to be running around $1450 to $1500. Some people will like the Frigidaire/Kenmore model because it has rotary knobs rather than digital touchpad controls used on most induction stoves. (Knobs will be fussier to clean but may be much easier to use for setting burner heat levels.) The Electrolux branded version is the IQ-Touch Series EI30IF40LS. It has more features and runs (I think) about $1800 (delivered) from on-line vendors like AJ Madison, Plesser's and ABT. The additional features in the Elux are: (a) more steps in the heat settings (the steps at the low end go in increments of .2 at the low end, which can be useful for adjusting pressure cookers, chocolate, and delicate items; most induction ranges use adjustments of .5); (b) the Elux has a glide-out (roller bearing) oven rack where the Frigidiare and Kenmore have only standard racks; (c) the Elux has a warming drawer (the Frigidaire does not but the Kenmore might -- download the owner's manual and check); (d) the Elux has two 7" elements on the left which can be bridged and run together, rather like the "flex zone" on the Samsung NE597/599 NOPBSR induction stoves. ((The Frigidaire and Kenmore have a 7" and 6" burner on the right side which you apparently can span with a griddle but you have to control the heat separately for each burner.) (e) The Electrolux version probably has more features in its touchpad controls. Consumer Reports has rated the ovens in the prior Elux and Kenmore induction ranges as doing a good job with baking and broiling. They use an objective test to determine baking evenness, but they don't explain how much of a difference there is between their good, very good and excellent ratings. (Might be measurable but not very significant; might be significant; we just do not know.) Most reports here on the ovens in the Elux and Kenmore induction ranges have been very positive, much more so than might be thought from the CR ratings, Potential downside to buying a Kenmore induction range: warranty service from A&E, a Sears subsidiary, and the expense of extended warranties from Sears. A&E service is variable, and has been the subject of a large number of tirades about abysmal and incompetent service. There has been a long running thread here on them. There have been a number of recent reports here about failing controller boards in Elux-made induction ranges. Apparently, very expensive to replace. Advantages/disadvantages of freestanding? This has been discussed here before. Briefly summarized: One thing to bear in mind is how the range fits up to a wall. IIRC Elux/Kenmore induction slide-in ranges have a bump out in the back. When you put them into an existing counter or island cut-out, the top may not be flush with the back wall and you may need a piece of countertop trim back there to cover the gap. Slide-ins sometimes have smaller (shallower) ovens. The cooktop on a slide-in also hangs out to the sides a bit, overlapping the countertop and giving a more finished look. slide-ins have their controls at the front of the stove which some prefer because you do not have to reach over pots to get to a backsplash as you do with many freestanding stoves. Here is a link that might be useful: Freestanding versus Slide-in

If you're looking at midrange-grade appliances, then I liked my KE appliances. I had a great gas KE stove w/ 5 burners. It was great (anything was great compared to my previous whimpy electric old range). The power burner was awesome. NOTE: look for a power (extra high BTU) burner. My gf has an electric range w/ a power burner and it boils water in no time. I didn't like the sealed burners; so difficult to clean. I found that the oven took a long time to pre-heat, but I guess that's the norm w/ most ovens (thus, I'm planning for an Advantium speedcooker). I only had the range for 10months before we sold the house/range. We took out our over-the-range microwave; needed something w/ more CFM, so I never considered a OTR KE MW. I currently have the KE all-freezer and all-fridge. LOVE them. Store a ton, great price value, no fingerprints (I wipe down 1/month, unlike my gf who has a GE and wipes down several times A DAY!). Dislikes: the compressors seem to run VERY frequently. The shelves are pretty wimpy; I feel like I have to baby them or else they'd break. We're going on year 2 w/ these babies, so I can't speak on longevity. Does this help at all? Good luck.

I've had 95103 since May 2017. I'm very happy with it. I was complaining above that it seemed slow...that was in comparison with my mom's GE induction cooktop that I got to use briefly last July. I've been cooking on mine longer, and used my mom's GE more over the holidays, and I think they both cook well. I do like that the Kenmore has knobs instead of buttons for the burners, though I'm sure I'd adjust to the buttons if I had a different range. I also like the convection oven. Sometimes I wish I'd gotten the slide-in version to avoid the small gap with the countertop, but I think the free-standing was $1000 cheaper. I think the big question is reliability and how long it lasts...still too early for me to say.

I too have been waiting for a slide-in induction range to replace my current range since I don't have the space for a cooktop and wall oven. GE has an induction freestanding range that is supposed to come out in the next few weeks. I called today and spoke to a rep who said that if the freestanding version does well, then GE will also provide a slide-in too. The rep said that I should check again in April or May to see if they will have a slide-in. I don't know if I should get my hopes up in this economy for the free standing version to sell. I did also happen to see the Kenmore Elite in person. It was not too bad, but I would like more than four burners. The GE freestanding version has 5 burners according to the photo on GE's website. I hope that the induction ranges will be good and reliable and not too expensive for me. I'm looking for something under $4000 to fit in my budget. I look forward to reading reports on this site of those who do get an induction range. It helps to hear others' perspectives since I find out information that I hadn't considered.