Customer Reviews for Caf - 36 in. Wide 5 Element ENERGY STAR Built-In Touch Control Electric Induction Cooktop with Easy Clean Surface - Stainless Steel
Customer Rating
5
Great features and ease of use
on January 17, 2026
Posted by: Xryztion
from Sacramento, CA
We just changed from gas to electric. I love gas stoves and hate the traditional electric stoves, but the induction technology is fantastic. Gauging the heat setting is also easy.
Response from cafeappliances.comBy Dianna, Cafe Appliances, January 30, 2026
We appreciate you being a loyal customer and are glad to hear you found a Cafe gas stove that fits your needs. This induction cooktop has so many great features that we are sure you will be impressed with. Stay free from worry as well with this induction cooktop that automatically detects your cookware, so when it's removed the burner it automatically switches off and the surface stays cool.
Nice cooktop but the push button controls are not user friendly. Takes several pushes to engage them. The timer feature is hard to turn off. The sweet spots are tough to find. The timer alert is the same as the double ovens - not near loud enough nor do they repeat in case you can’t get there right away. Needs work.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We had just moved in & were using the new cooktop when it shut itself off & left an orange/yellow permanent ring under the glass of the burner. We have a service call scheduled to look at it. We had the same cooktop in a previous house & never had a problem & loved it. Induction is amazing & we will see if this current one just needs replaced & we will be satisfied, but concerned it did this right away on a new cooktop.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from cafeappliances.comBy Dianna, Cafe Appliances, January 7, 2026
We would like to assist and gather some more information. A member of our team will be reaching out to you via email. Please respond at your earliest convenience.
I bought my GE Cafe because my GE Profile had an issue with 2 burners not working after only 4 years. Of course my warranty had expired. So I upgraded to the Cafe and guess what, 2 burners on this unit also stopped working after 13 days. I tried to look into what was going on with GE induction cooktops and for several years now, people have been having the same problem. Something to do with the Control board. At this point I would like to return this one and move onto another manufacturer.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from cafeappliances.comBy Don, Cafe_Appliances, December 31, 2025
We'd like to assist with your cooktop's burners not functioning properly. We recommend scheduling service with our Bodewell team by calling 1-833-426-3393 or online here: https://www.geappliances.com/ge/service-and-support/service.htm
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was very excited to use this product. It is so bougie and beautiful. But, sadly, it is glitchy and unpredictable. I am currently trying to get a replacement to see if I just got a bad cooktop. I hope so! The cooktop is beautiful and the first week, while it was working, the features were awesome. The boiling time for 2 cups of water is under a minute, and you literally need 15 seconds to preheat a pan for pancakes or eggs. It was a great cooktop while it lasted.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from cafeappliances.comBy Julia, Cafe, November 11, 2025
We're sorry to hear you're having an issue with your cooktop not working properly, and we'd like to help. If you haven't already, please reach out to our Bodewell service team to schedule a service appointment by calling 833-426-3393 (Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. ET; Saturday – Sunday: Closed) or you can schedule online here: https://www.geappliances.com/ge/service-and-support/service.htm. We're confident one of our skilled technicians will be able to assist you further.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love that the cooktop doesn't get hot and therefore spills and splatters don't get cooked on to the surface
The cooktop usually works as expected. I have one burner that sometimes doesn't want to turn on. I've had it repaired and it still does this. Also, I've experienced some of the burners I've turned on and set to a medium heat, all of a sudden turn to full heat. This has happened a few times. I've also had a few of the burners I turn on, turn off unexpectedly. Not good when you are cooking rice on a timer.
Response from cafeappliances.comBy Jonathon, Cafe_Appliances, August 20, 2025
We're sorry to hear about the inconsistent burners. We'd like to help out with this.
We recommend trying a quick electronic reset. This can be done by shutting the power to the unit off at the breaker for 2-3 minutes, then powering it back on.
If you are still noticing issues after the reset, we suggest scheduling service with our Bodewell team. You can do so by calling 1-833-426-3393 or by visiting this link: https://www.bodewell.com/schedule-repair-service
I’ve had the cooktop for several weeks now. The surface is gorgeous, smooth, and a snap to clean. The controls are easy to use and provide precise temperature control. The heat is very quick so be prepared before you start cooking (assemble ingredients ahead!).