36” Induction Ranges (AGA?)

4 years ago

We’re building a new kitchen and are looking at 36” ranges or 36” cooktop over oven combos. We’ve been using a Wolf 36” all gas range for the last 5 years so I’m just used to the look and usability of a big gas range. However, I’m now researching induction and am really intrigued by induction’s performance and ease of cleaning. I still want to stay in the 36” footprint.
Not a lot of options for 36” induction ranges. More options for the 36” cooktop but I need one that is compatible with oven below.

I think Wolf is out of the budget.
I saw this from AGA but I can hardly find any info or reviews on it. My local dealer doesn’t have one on site. Anyone know about it?
https://avblinq.avbportal.com/assets/products/documents/AGA/AMPRO36IN-SS/4aac97ad-dfce-422d-af4b-06ae4735e460.pdf

Otherwise, recommendations for 36” induction cooktop with a good sized compatible oven below would be great. Bosch and Thermador seem good.

Thanks!

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Reno Help!

3 years ago

Hey there--we did end up getting the aga 36 induction range. Because of a cabinet delay, it hasn't yet been installed, but we're really excited. Happy to report back in a few wks if still helpful.

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delray33483
4 years ago
any of these choices are dependent on having a good local service person available. If the dealer doesnt have the AGA on site (and it does look good) then look at others. You would not go wrong with either Bosch or Thermador

other options, since you are building the kitchen, is a 36 inch induction top and separate wall ovens
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David F
Original Author
4 years ago
I should note that the AGA induction range I linked is not one of the more commonly discussed “Mercury” or “Elise” models but their “Professional” line that I can’t find much info on, even on the AGA website.
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@r, I thought I would chime in here to just say that I don’t think you are “obsessing“ at all regarding the use of knobs in this case. One of the most crucial variables in any kind of industrial design is the way we interface or interact with whatever the product is. Most of us utilize capacitive touch controls or infrared type touch controls on a constant basis with everything from iPads, smart phones, as well as any number of house appliances. But I would suggest that your instinct regarding cooktop or rangetop controls makes a lot of sense. Consider the difference in using a wall oven versus a cooktop. Most cooks in the kitchen can get the opportunity to wipe their hands in order to use touch capacitive controls on a wall oven. Of course, the case could be made that turning a simple dial, can be more intuitive, then going through a series of menus to get to where you want to go, since in the end, the mission of the wall oven has not really changed very much since our grandparents time which is essentially to bake the cake or roast the chicken. The reason I suspect that cook tops and range tops, as well as ranges are a particularly good candidate for knobs is due to the fact that the controls are often placed on a horizontal plane. Many people, especially those who are new to induction appliances for example, have learned a hard lesson as the very sensitive touch controls do not always take kindly to steam, water, droplets, and oil or gravy splatters. It is not hard to imagine why this is problematic because if you put any of these liquids on top of your smart phone screen, you would discover that the touch controls that works so beautifully such as the ones I’m using right now on my iPhone to create this post do not take kindly to having these substances on top of them. There are lots of examples of folks who have touch capacitive controls on these horizontal locations where the entire appliance is either shut down or thrown off its game. Of course, the majority of modern products that have knobs do not use the analog/mechanical controls of knobs of the past, but are in fact, “knobs“ that interface with micro control boards behind them. Still, there is an entire field of design that studies user interaction, and I do think that, at least, in some instances, such as with cooktops, knobs actually, do make a lot of sense. One can certainly debate where the best location for those knobs would be to avoid getting splatters on them since Cleaning knobs is not exactly, a fun time for most folks. Some people would assume that installing Touch Sensitive controls in all sorts of consumer products that once used knobs, levers, and buttons, is simply a design trend, and I’m sure there is truth to that. But a little voice inside also suggests to me, that one of the reasons they have moved away from knobs and especially the electromechanical kinds used in the past, is due to the cost of manufacturing. I do not have a data set to support this theory, but if you consider the labour and the bewildering amount of copper wiring that went into something such as a 1950 electric stove, some of which had lots of extra features, you can begin to imagine the cost savings of having a micro “motherboard“ taking the place of all that complex analogue electrical structure. I truly enjoy all of the benefits and possibilities that I have with my smart phone, laptop, iPads, etc. But I do think your instincts for knobs are not without merit, because sometimes, appliance designers attempt to answer questions that no one ever asked. My two. Cents 🤔.
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That’s a pity but definitely a sign of the times. I didn’t research it and the FP may be worth it. I did briefly look at the wolf 36 but I didn’t like the look Of the 2 knobs as opposed to the look of a whole array of knobs. Miele 36 didn’t have the bridge element that the individual cooktop had and service in my area is questionable. I looked at a few 30 inch ones but that didn’t work for me. What is Ilve’s situation? If they have one. Probably anything European will have the same delivery issues as Aga? What is the timeline for the Aga? I would honestly consider waiting for it, (if other options are pricey ). As the kitchen can be built around it and it slides in. And it is that wonderful.
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David F
Original Author
4 years ago
Delay, thanks for the comment. We don’t really have room for wall ovens in a separate place which is why I’m looking to mount under cooktop if I can’t find the right 36” range.
David F
Original Author
4 years ago
Really wish I could find some info on this range which honestly looks like it has everything I’d want. I can’t even find it on AGA website which is not a good sign. However I don’t know if that means it’s discontinued, or if it’s so new they don’t have it there. Ah well, looks like I may be going with gas range if I can’t find a slide in 36” induction.
dan1888
4 years ago
last modified: 4 years ago
A Miele or Bosch 36" cooktop can be paired with an oven below or wall ovens at another spot. A steam oven and a convection is common. You could place those under counter with a cooktop. They don't need to line up with the cooktop.
dcraider
4 years ago
Get the best of all three. We installed a new 36 Thermador range with four gas burners on left, two inductions on far side and electric oven. We love the flexibility. We almost always use the induction burners to boil water which happens so quick and use the gas side to make the main meal. Just nice having flexibility. Good luck.
kiniyagirl
4 years ago
I have been interested in the Aga and then I saw this Ilve https://www.ilveusa.com/range.html?sku=UMI09NS3AWG

AJ Madison also shows the Fulgor Milano Sofia, I have yet to see either of these in person. Both of them look very interesting.
Reno Help!
4 years ago
Did anyone ever get more info on this? We are also considering the new 36" AGA induction range and would love anything you can share!
Marie-Laure Limousin
3 years ago
I'm also interested in the AGA 36"" induction range Professional series AMPRO36IN. Did you end up getting it or fitting a 36" induction cooktop with a small 30" oven below?
shyamala
3 years ago
Can you please update us how the oven is working out? Many thanks 🙏
Elizabeth Lee
3 years ago
We are just finishing a kitchen renovation and chose the Aga 36 inch induction range. We couldn't find many reviews, so basically went for it and hoped for the best.

After about 1 month, I am happy to report that we love the range! The induction top works wonderfully. I baked one of my best batches of cookies using the convection oven. The look is very professional, for a significantly more affordable price than other models (ie Wolf).

The only issue was that the dimension is slightly smaller than 36 inches ( I think due to metric conversion). I measures closer to 35.5 inches. You may want to consider this when spacing the cabinets and countertops.

Best of luck, all!
Debbie Engle
3 years ago
@Elizabeth Lee - how do you find the cooktop on the AGA? Is it fairly obvious where the pots fit? Is is marked?
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Reno Help!
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
We got the AGA 36" and love it. The burners are marked. Happy to take a pic in a bit for you.
Elizabeth Lee
3 years ago
Yes, the burners are marked. There are 2 on either side, and 1 large burner in the middle. After ~4 months with the range, we still love it. I am a total induction convert. And the knobs are so convenient.
Debbie Engle
3 years ago
Grateful to you both @Reno Help! and @Elizabeth Lee. I’ve been nervous about picking this range due to the lack of reviews. I ruled out Bertazzoni because of their repair and response issues. Beautiful, but if no one can fix it… fisher paykel - I saw in the ferguson showroom and its oven is rather small… I just keep going back to AGA (Wolf takes us to a whole new price point and current range no longer has knobs). Glad to hear you both are loving. AGA it is!
Kevin Masuhara Sr.
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
Is the AGA 36" induction range's oven self cleaning? AJ Madison's product specs say no, but other sellers say it is self cleaning. The online user manuals I've been able to find don't instruct on using self clean so that makes it seem like it isn't self cleaning. Thanks.

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abbystory
2 years ago
Really like the look and the knobs (my hands run cold and are often wet when I cam cooking) but I ahve read the knobs also get really hot. Has this been an issue? I have asked my dealer to check on self-clean issue and will report back. Would love to hear anymore feedback on this range. THanks!
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Elizabeth Lee
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
Have not experienced the knobs getting hot. I can't really even imagine that being an issue. We've run the oven very hot to make pizza and didn't notice anything different.

Also, FYI to anyone reading, the two right burners can link together to heat a griddle.

Still over here loving our AGA.
Valentina Sequi
2 years ago
I wonder if anyone else has purchased the 36in AGA induction range and can comment, Thanks!
Toni Miraldi
2 years ago
@Elizabeth Lee Do you find that the oven capacity is sufficient? The specs on AGA's site state that the usable space is only 13" deep. Many of my pans would require at least 14" of depth. Do you think the 13" spec is accurate, or would a slightly larger pan fit? Thank you so much for your help. Like you said, hardly anyone in the US has this model so it is hard to find information!
abbystory
2 years ago
Dealer just told me this model is discontinued.
Elizabeth Lee
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
That's disappointing if the range has been discontinued. For anyone reading in the future, I am referencing the AGA range pictured above (AMPRO36INSS) with the full sized oven and window. Other 36 inch AGA models have smaller ovens with no windows.
abbystory
2 years ago
YES- that is the one I was told is discontinued. If that is not correct please let me know as that range ticked all my boxes so I was very disappointed to hear that.
Jennifer Weinman
2 years ago
@Elizabeth Lee I love your tile backsplash! Any chance you can share what you used?
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HU-998585446
2 years ago
@abbystory did you ever move forward on this? I am also trying to order the AMPRO36INSS and heard from a dealer that it's discontinued but when I called the number on the AGA website they told me it is not -- why is this so hard?!
Georganne Dermigny
2 years ago
Hu-any luck getting this range?
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Valentina Sequi
2 years ago
It's discontinued but did you try: https://www.plessers.com/Aga/ampro36inss.htm
Georganne Dermigny
2 years ago
wow that looks good thanks valentina!
MizLizzie
2 years ago
Bosch has intoduced a really nice looking 36” Not sure how available it is yet.
Georganne Dermigny
2 years ago
yes MizLizzie i have seen it online. now to find it in person!
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