BEST COOKTOPS
HOW TO CHOOSE = When shopping for the best cooktops, look for sealed burners and/or removable burner pans and caps for easy cleaning. Other cleaning features to look for are smooth or removable controls and knobs. Smoothtop electric models are also liked, although you’ll need a special cleanser to prevent scratches – especially on dark surfaces. If you have an induction cooktop in mind, remember that these require magnetic cookware or the pan won’t heat. If you don’t already own this cookware, it could get pricey. Choose one of these best cooktops based on your design preferences and cooking style. If price is important, don’t buy more capacity, or more features, than you’ll use. Stainless steel is typically more money than colors, and designer colors are more than white (which is the cheapest). Check the heat levels. Some cooktop models take a lloonngg time to boil water. If, for instance, you cook pasta in a large pot, it will take a while before the water boils. This could be annoying if you’re running late. THE REVIEW = The Kenmore 42732 is a 30” wide electric ceramic cooktop that is easy to clean and it gets high scores for performance. It simmers and boils just as well as more expensive models. It has 4 burners of various sizes to accommodate different sized pots. The larger burner gives you quick boiling, while the Simmer Select function can help keep sauces from scorching. This “best value for electric ceramic cooktops” comes in 4 colors, including stainless steel. This model sells for about $500. Other Top Performers Include: Electric Smoothtop with touch controls = GE Profile PP945BMBB @ about $940. Best value for a Gas Cooktop = GE JGP637WEJ @ about $700. Best Gas Cooktop = GE JGP975WEKWW @ about $950. Best Electric Induction Cooktop = Kenmore Elite 42800 @ about $1,550.
Best Prices found in Nov. ’09 = For Kenmore you have to go to www.Sears.com.
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