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Bosch - Benchmark Series 4.6 cu. ft. Slide-In Electric Induction Range with Self-Cleaning - Stainless Steel
Average customer rating
4.6
(180 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 180 reviews
5 Stars
123
4 Stars
42
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
4
1 Star
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91%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Bosch - Benchmark Series 4.6 cu. ft. Slide-In Electric Induction Range with Self-Cleaning - Stainless Steel
Customer Rating
4
So far, so good. Good looking range
on January 12, 2024
Posted by: DrLew
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We decided to replace our Bosch Dual fuel range with induction because we were concerned with the recent news about indoor air quality with a gas cooktop. We went with the Benchmark series mainly because of the FlexInduction zone area. It doess looks like it will be a more convenient use of the cooking area. However, one thing that isn't obvious from ANY of the Bosch materials comparing the Benchmark to the 800 series is that the 800 series has something called "AutoChef" functionality, while the Benchmark doesn't. While we still like the features of the Benchmark layout over the 800 series, when we buy the top of the line, I would expect it to have ALL of the features of the lower model PLUS the additional capabilities.
As I understand AutoChef, it keeps the pan at a constant temperature when frying. This seems like it would be a very convenient feature to have. We only found out about it because it is described in the manual that came with the range. I don't think we would have gotten the 800 series even if we had known this, but it would have been nice to have had this pointed out in the spec sheets for the ranges or in the marketing materials.
We have used gas for many years, so induction does take a little getting used to. After dealing with having to upgrade our electrical service and getting the range installed, it seems to work well. Boiling water is incredibly fast. We have been able to prepare a number of meals with some learning to find the appropriate burner settings.
The oven is exactly the same as in our last range, other than the telescoping rack, which is convenient. Time will tell how well this stands up, but so far it looks like it will be easy to cook on.
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Customer Rating
5
Induction rocks!
on January 13, 2024
Posted by: andrewg95
Switched from gas to this induction range, and it has been excellent. Water boils quickly, food cooks evenly. The flex/join burners are very useful. I recommend a Lodge cast iron rectangular griddle to go on top of the two joined burners.
I thought the placement of the big burner in the back might be awkward, but the little burner is very useful. Having it in the front is convenient.
I thought the placement of the big burner in the back might be awkward, but the little burner is very useful. Having it in the front is convenient.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Love
on January 14, 2024
Posted by: Silvia
I just love my Bosch appliances. I am the proud owner of a fridge, dishwasher and the newest addition my induction stove. There are no words that could explain how wonderful they all are. Love my induction stove, this is my first experience with induction cooking and I'm truly impressed.
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Customer Rating
5
We love it
on January 15, 2024
Posted by: Rob-Kibler
It's fast and efficient. Much faster than the gas stove we replaced. Plus no smell of gas nor excess heat.
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Customer Rating
5
Excellent
on January 15, 2024
Posted by: Charles
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Replaced our gas range and love the ease of cleaning and quick heating. Looks great too.
Bottom drawer is very low if set to lowest height (35" H countertop); will not fit a kitchen kitchen matte in front.
Bottom drawer is very low if set to lowest height (35" H countertop); will not fit a kitchen kitchen matte in front.
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Customer Rating
5
Love it!
on January 16, 2024
Posted by: Maxi
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Haven't had this induction oven long so I'm still learning but I already know that I love it! It's clean looking, and has both baking and convection oven along with a warming draw. We like the Bosch brand...have other Bosch appliances and know they are well-built and reliable.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Love this range!
on January 24, 2024
Posted by: gingging65
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I could not be happier with this range. My main reasons for choosing this range over competitors were 1) the top that extends over the countertop 2) completely smooth top with no other parts touching it, for ease of cleaning 3) bridge burner 4) gliding oven rack 5) no WiFi. When I saw this range in person in the store, and compared it to other brands I was considering, the fit and finish also won me over. This range felt like it was made from heavier gauge metal on the various body parts. I also noticed that the push-in mechanism for the bottom drawer seemed better than models that had a handle there, which might have caught on something and would have been one more part to clean. This is my first induction stove. In the past I've had smoothtop electric, as well as gas with grates. This truly is the best of both, with the speed/control of gas, and the easy-to-clean aspect of the glass top. The cooktop controls are easy to use. I had been a little nervous about them and had considered a different brand with knobs, but I am very happy with this choice, and knobs would have been harder to clean. The bridge burner is great and I like that it's a true rectangle, not two circles with unheated space in between. And I was surprised but my cast iron griddle, which has a perimeter ridge on the base, does work on this cooktop. All my coated and uncoated cast iron pans work. Some of my "stainless steel" ones do, and other ones don't, so don't assume. (That would be true of any induction range, not just this one.) I have not noticed any buzzing or any other issues while cooking on the stovetop. The oven controls are also easy to use and intuitive. I bake a lot and everything so far has been perfectly baked.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
High quality oven
on January 25, 2024
Posted by: Mizdon
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Oven temperature is even and indication is accurate. No need for a separate thermometer. Proving function is also very useful.
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