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Customer Reviews for GE Profile 36 in. Electric Induction Cooktop in Stainless Steel with 5 Elements and Exact Fit

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Model #PHP9036SJSS

Store SKU #1001698178

  • Equipped with 5 induction elements for rapid, precise heat
  • Control 2 elements simultaneously with sync burner
  • Conveniently control your heat with touch controls

Customer Reviews

  • 4.5
    out of 625 reviews
  • 89% recommend this product
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Induction cook top
Very happy with the product , easy to install, works great, looks great.
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    • Recommended
    Open minded
    Takes a little getting use to Cooks faster better and more positive results after getting use to it
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      • Recommended
      What a Great Way to Cook!
      With the new kitchen remodel came the choice of a new cooktop. We read all about each; gas, electric and induction. Gas was out of the question as there are no natural gas lines and we have no room to sink a propane tank. I never liked electric. The heat doesn’t stop when you turn off the burner. Now, we have induction. The heat turns off when the burner is turned off. The boil stop within seconds. This is the new type of cooking for me. Yes, you need cookware that works with induction. It’s so worth it.
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        • Recommended
        Responds just like gas!
        Convenient and efficient to use. Very responsive and temp changes. You need special pots and pans but it is worth it!
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          • Recommended
          So much better than gas
          Upgraded from a gas cooktop and am so glad I did. This GE induction cooktop is amazing - easy to clean, cooks in half the time, safe and attractive. Should have upgraded to induction a long time ago.
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            • Recommended
            Poor performance, unacceptable.
            Purchased this 36" induction cooktop to replace the 2014 GE version when half of it pooped out. The new version is terribly disappointing: nine heat levels per burner instead of nineteen; 25 min to boil 3 quarts of water for pasta in a stewpot; and literally cannot get a half-full Dutch oven to come to a boil even after 45 min! This has dramatically complicated meal preparation, and is really unacceptable. Both the cooktop and my pans have been checked by an in-warranty service technician, and, ostensibly, everything is "fine." If it were simple to replace an induction cooktop in a granite countertop with a competing brand, believe me, I would. There ARE two nice new features: the frosted circles for the pans are easier to see in dim light than the predecessor, and there is an option to turn a burner on immediately to High, without having to go up through the lower heat levels. However, these are insufficient to balance off a half-hour to bring water to a boil. Do NOT purchase this lemon!
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            Response from GE_appliancesSep 8, 2022
            Hello - We appreciate your loyalty to GE Appliances and for taking the time to write a review. We're glad you enjoy the appearance of this model and some features it has to offer. However, we're sorry to learn it is taking nearly half an hour to bring water to a boil, and the heating levels did not exceed your expectations compared to your previous cooktop. We certainly understand how troublesome that would be and would love to help you have a better experience. This model offers a rapid power boil using the 11" 3,700-Watt Induction Element. To reach a boil more quickly, the flames' diameter should match the cookware's size. A large pan on a small diameter flame will extend the cooking time. Flames should not extend beyond the cookware. This will reduce the burner's efficiency because the heat will go into the room instead of the cookware. If two elements in the same zone are in use, and at least one element is at the maximum power level, the Hi setting will operate at a reduced power level. You may learn more about this feature on page 9 of the owner's manual here: https://products.geappliances.com/MarketingObjectRetrieval/Dispatcher?RequestType=PDF&Name=49-2000977-1.pdf&_ga=2.196396907.618562806.1662470051-1066202793.1647273406. When boiling, please know that on the Hi level, it will operate for 10 minutes. Hi level may be repeated after the initial 10 minute cycle by pressing the + pad. A great portion of heating speed and performance depends on the cookware being used. Use pans that are recommended for induction, have flat bottoms, and match the size of the surface element. You may learn more about correct cookware to use on pages 12 and 13 of the owner's manual. We hope you find this information helpful! Please reach us directly if the above suggestions do not help. We value your feedback and will be sure to share your review with our product development team. Best wishes. -Shayla@GEA
              Great cooktop!
              Attractive, easy to clean surface. Accommodates various pan sizes, including a griddle. Easy to use controls.
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                • Recommended
                Love it… easy to clean… heats water quickly
                East to clean….. sleek design…. Heats water quickly ….
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                  • Recommended
                  Digital touch controls are dim and hard to read
                  The Digital Touch Controls are too hard to read on the electric cooktop. All the words and symbols are extremely dim. Even in a well lit kitchen, the controls are difficult to read. When the cooktop gets messy while cooking, it becomes even harder to recognize the digital controls. I recently purchased the cooktop with digital controls but I wish I had purchased one with knobs. I also purchased the wall oven and its.digital controls are very clear. Before buying I looked at the online pictures and when you zoom in the digital controls look clear but are not. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND ANYONE TO BUY BECAUSE I CAN BARELY SEE THE DIGITAL CONTROLS. I would love for GE to replacement and install a different cooktop with knobs for me. Very disappointed.
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                  Response from GE AppliancesAug 10, 2022
                  Hey, We appreciate you sharing your thoughts with us. Our apologies to hear that the touch controls are too dim and you are having difficulty with seeing. It's understandable how annoying that is to deal with. We take your comments seriously and will be sure to pass them to our development team. Stay well. Mike@GEA
                    Excellent product!
                    Our GE Profile non-induction 36" cooktop was incidentally damage, which lead to the purchasing of the induction version. The entire surface is flat without anything in the way of moving pans or pots. It is very fast when turned on. Very happy with the product!
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                      GE Profile cooktop
                      This cooktop is smooth and sleek with great design. So far, no complaints. Works well, installed easily.
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                        • Recommended
                        Love GE Induction
                        Just renovated our kitchen with a larger island. Replacing the GE 30" induction with a 36", but not the end of the 30". The 30" is going into a new building we have for gathering. I have had 3 inductions and all have been excellent. The first one a contractor drop a crowbar in from the ceiling. And I just got through telling you about the other 2. Love, love, love GE Induction, cooking at the next level.
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                          • Recommended
                          Induction Stove Top Review
                          Great option for those that don’t have or want to add gas hook-up.
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                            • Recommended
                            Induction, ingenious!
                            This is the second induction cooktop I’ve owned! When it’s on, it’s on, when it’s off, it’s off! Love the feature if I remove a pan and don’t return it right away, burner will automatically shut off. One down side, dark top makes it difficult to see controls. Definitely need to have light over this cooktop.
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                              • Recommended
                              Great Product - Worth the Extra $ Over Radiant
                              Am glad a coworker and I discussed Induction vs. Radiant cook tops - this is a great product and heats much quicker than my previous GE Radiant top. Highly recommend - easy drop-in installation and took less than an hour to remove/replace.
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                              • Verified Purchase
                              Great cook top
                              I wouldn’t have any other type of range top! Induction is the best way to go! This is my second induction range and very easy to use!
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                                • Recommended
                                Repair
                                I bought a cooktop ge 36' after 6 months it's goes bad 2 burner was not working and I call my warranty department they take 3 months until they get it repaired so they let me stay without stove for 3 months until they get it fix ,they refuse to give me my refund back or give me a new one .I want all people that have family or kids to be home without stove for 2 months how would feel ,I have to pay for food every day to provide for my kids my wife GE told they can only give me $70 for the time I loss. People do not buy anything from GE when thing goes bad they will take a least 3 or 4 months to get resolved because I have a bad taste with them
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                                  Just like cooking with gas
                                  Love this cooktop. It’s electric, but it’s almost like cooking with gas
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                                    • Recommended
                                    Easy to Use and Clean
                                    Sleek, easy to clean, and use. Never going back to gas or electric. It got my parents, who always leave the stove on, to switch over. For future design, have it flush to the counter, so food cant get underneath. Otherwise, love it!
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                                      • Recommended
                                      Illegible Controls
                                      We would give 5 stars - if the control display issue can be resolved. We purchased this cooktop some time ago in anticipation of building a new house. We've just installed it and are disappointed to find that the controls are not illuminated and are almost impossible to read. Is this a defect? Can it be corrected? We are happy with how it cooks, but find it very difficult to operate. Please let us know if this can be remedied.
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                                      Response from GE_AppliancesJun 16, 2022
                                      Hello and thank you for choosing GE Appliances for your home. We’re sorry to hear you’re unhappy with the lighting of the cooktop and can understand your disappointment. While the controls are not illuminated, the selections should come up as red LED. This cannot be brightened, and we apologize for any inconvenience it may cause. If we can be of further assistance, please let us know. We’re always happy to help. -Gina@GEA
                                        Love this cooktop
                                        I purchased this cooktop without even looking at others because I had an older version (2008) in our former home and loved it very much, and after using it for 9 years it still looked like new and worked perfectly.
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                                          • Recommended
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                                          • Verified Purchase
                                          WOW!
                                          We purchased a GE Profile 36" induction cooktop - so glad we did!!! In AZ the summers are so hot it is difficulty to cook anything in the kitchen without having to turn the air conditioning was up - this cooktop produces no heat and cooks beautifully - better than any electric or even gas range I have ever had.
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                                            • Recommended
                                            Much better than traditional electric range.
                                            Heats up fast and cools down fast too. Better control of cooking temperatures. Cools faster so it doesn't hold the heat in the kitchen and allows for quicker cleanup.
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                                              • Recommended
                                              Great quality
                                              Gets super hot very quickly but can be easily turned down over a wide range of temps
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                                                • Recommended
                                                Love, love, love
                                                I love how uniform the heat is and how easy it is to keep clean. Very attractive.
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                                                  • Recommended
                                                  Great Features - better than gas !
                                                  Controls are easy, burners work well, temperature control is amazing ! Nice clean look, modern styling.
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                                                    Wow! We love it!
                                                    The only complaint (Vewy, vewy small one) is the noise...the buzzing. I have read that they all do that. Wish we would have gotten one sooner!! It replaced a gas cooktop and I love cooking with gas! This is even better...no heat !!
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                                                      • Recommended
                                                      Very good induction cooktop
                                                      This is our third GE induction cooktop in two different houses. We love the speed at which induction heats and cools down. I must say the first GE induction cooktop we owned many years ago was the best but they are still very good products.
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