The renters in my house had destroyed my other stove, and I purchased this one as a replacement. I did not want a smooth cook top due to the maintenance, and this one fit the job perfectly. The new tenants have stated that they LOVE this new stove. It has just enough features to make it updated, without all the fancier features that can break or be messed up by renters. Thank you for still providing a coiled burner cook top!!