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Design flexibility is just one of the attractions of a cooktop and wall-oven combo, which allows you to place cooking appliances right where you want them.

Style and flexibility are the biggest attractions of a cooktop and wall-oven combination. The look is modern, and you have more choices about where you can install the appliances. Most cooktops are gas or conventional smoothtop electric. But induction technology is growing in popularity as prices fall. See our ratings to find a cooktop that pairs the best performance and price. Professional installation is usually required, so don’t forget to factor in that expense as well. What to Consider To choose the right cooktop for your kitchen, take both your space and your cooking style into account Size Most cooktops are 30 or 36 inches wide, so that’s what we test. But you’ll find cooktops ranging from 21 to 48 inches. Some have five or even six burners, but that doesn’t mean you’ll have…

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Consumer Reports Kitchen Planning and Buying Guide (Digital) - 1 Issue, January 2019

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