First of all I researched this range over about 1 year for deciding to purchase it. Downloaded the manuals etc. I have a prior GE Profile range that had the smoothtop as well as a convection oven and a meat probe. So more than most, I knew what I wanted.
FRONT CONTROLS
Having always had a stove that had controls in the back and having seen the prior owner of my house had a range with controls in front, I know that this is what I wanted. Is it worth the nearly extra $900 this stove costs more than the back control one. You have to answer this for yourself. I noted this unit has a meat probe and the back control one did not. As this is something I would, it is worth it to me. Some prior reviewers complained about accidentally turning the stove on. I noted that when I brushed my hands over the controls they reacted, but it took two presses of the burner controls (On, then a temp) to turn them on. Only when I laid over the stove to replace the vent filter in the microwave above did I get a reaction from the stove and even then it was looking for me to put in a temperature for the bottom oven. So it does not concern me much. When my grandkids come over that might change. However there is a lock functionality that I can use in that case.
SMOOTHTOP
This is my first stove with 5 burners, the extra one to keep stuff warm. When I initially got it, I put it on and thought the heat was nearly undetectable. However in a subsequent use it seems okay. I will use it It takes something to get used to pressing a button to get to a number versus turning a knob. I was used to tweaking a bit over medium for some cooking temps. Now I have to then of pressing the temp to 5-½. Given this is a slide in range and my prior was a stand alone, the smooth top is above and extending over my counters. Any spill is likely to go out to the counters. Also my counters were not at 36 inches, so there is about a ⅜-½" gap under the smooth top over the counter top. They don't recommend removing the legs and that would be my only alternative (shy of replacing or lifting my counters to fill this gap). Some people have put a gasket material in there to seal it. I suspect that will be my route. So far I'm impressed with the quickness of the heating. I've boiled water, cooked bacon on the griddle oriented burners and made a few other things. I'm pleased with it, but I have come from and older model with less Watts.
TOP OVEN
This oven has an interesting sliding tray, so you can access it easily. This oven is not a convection, nor does it have a probe in it. It has a top element and a hidden lower element.
BOTTOM OVEN
This oven has only a visible top heat element and a hidden lower one, and a convection fan. You have two racks and a probe outlet. Part of the reason I bought this unit is due to the convection and probe. I have discovered that convections can do meat in ½ the time and leave the meat quite juicy. Turkey and chicken breast are great in this. My prior convection range (of 17 years) had convection roast and bake as well as a probe, so I had a lot of experience with that one. I have already cooked a roast convectionally (is that a word?) and was pleased with the results.
SHIPPING
We purchased the unit through Home Care Company (as the price was great) and they used independent truckers to ship the item. That meant there was no tracking. However I received sufficient emails and phone calls to let me know when to expect the range and the time frame they gave me 4-8PM was perfect to work around my job. The item's packaging was pristine and the truckers unboxed it, so I could inspect it. A pleasant experience overall.
OTHER STUFF:
Just some incidentals you may not think about.
Since this has 2 ovens you have no bottom drawer to store stuff. Granted you could just move this stuff to one of the ovens though, but be prepared to remember it before you preheat.
Also since this stove has two ovens, there is little room in the back for the 220W plug. Ours originally had that big bulky plastic cover. We had to add a flush mounted outlet behind this stove.
I noted that the oven vent is in the back top, where there is a lip, versus under the controls in a back control range. This may not be an issue, but I can imagine it getting greasy on the backsplash more.
Be prepared to run the ovens (probably true for most new stoves) for about 10-15 minutes at about 450 when you first get them. They will stink to high heaven and you won't want food in them when they do.
UPDATE AFTER 2 MONTHS:
Well it takes a while to learn new habits. I have turned the oven off twice now by brushing my hand over the controls. Both times did not notice it. Grr.
Accidental turning on is harder as it takes two presses (turning burner on then selecting temp) so not as worrisome. But, my adventuring cats still give me pause.
The bottom oven did a 20# turkey with ease. could probably do up to a 30#. It was not crowded. I used convection which cuts cook time essentially in half.
The top oven is wonderful on how it keeps temperature. Amazing though how both ovens pre-heat to the same temp at about the same speed.
Top surface is going to take a bit to get used to. I had a smooth top before, but the heat range was different. I found a 7 on this is like a 10 on my prior one. Nice but burnt a few things. Spills on a slide-in stove, versus a stand alone, don't have a well to keep them contained, they will go onto your counter if they are really bad. Haven't done that yet, but realized that nothing is stopping it.
This stove is expensive and it is worth every penny.
The design is incredible: from the top which rests on adjacent cabinets (nothing falls down the cracks!) to the double ovens which are both self-cleaning; the convection oven; huge glass windows to see in the ovens; expandable burners; warming burner; intuitive controls. The engineer(s) thought of everything.
I thought I would miss an oven drawer. Not! Having 2 ovens is so much better.
Everything on this range just flat works. And it even comes with a printed Users Manual! You don't have to fire up your laptop to see how it works. Love this company.
This was delivered on time and my husband installed it. I love the two ovens. At the holidays I could cook my turkey with the meat thermometer in the lower big oven, while having the upper oven to continue cooking other dishes. The glass top is easy to clean and having a heating area is helpful. You can also lock it when not in use so you don't accidentally turn on anything.
I had trouble installing it because of the depth of the unit. It has a protrusion on the back for venting. Otherwise I am very pleased with the stove. Yes, I would recommend it to friends.
Purchased this 2 years ago and still loving it! This was my first double oven and I use both ovens all the time! I like having the larger oven on the bottom. It's very easy to get things in and put of both ovens. The smaller top oven has a slide rack.
I have not had any problems and would buy it again. My first purchase of a big item like this from Amazon, and it was a breeze.
Feature Product
- 6.6 Cu. Ft. Self Cleaning Convection Oven
- Self-clean Roller Rack Allows You To Easily Access Items
- 5, 6" - 12", 1200 - 3600 Watt Elements W/ Warming Zone
- Pots And Pans Fit Perfectly On The Flexible Heating Element.
Description
Profile 30" Stainless Steel Electric Slide-In Smoothtop Double Oven Range - Convection
packaged and shipped very efficiently. fedex made apt to deliver. was allowed to open and inspect.
was in perfect condition. love love my new oven!
its so pretty I don't want to use it.
would def recommend this oven!
cant wait to try the convection and to use next thanksgiving
Love love love this appliance! I've always wanted a double oven. This one exceeds all expectations. The smaller oven is used quite a lot. Heat up is quick and the convection feature on the larger oven is awesome. Even cooking in both ovens. The stove top cooks faster than my previous (not as nice) GE. I love the half temperature settings and the warming zone is very handy. Cooking definitely takes less time and less heat than before. If there was any negative and it's a small one, it would be the medium "boom" sound the oven makes when heating up. I never noticed that happening on my old oven and I've been told this is normal but since my kitchen is adjacent to my great room it can be quite loud and unnerving at times. Even with that I am very happy with this appliance and highly recommend to others.
Made a perfect turkey with it.
Wife has loved it so far. She's gone cooking wild!
While it took them almost a month to deliver what was promised within 10 days, once we got this stove it was pretty much as advertised. I've never seen a pot of water boil so quickly, not even on a gas stove. The only two negatives so far are: 1) the controls are so sensitive that I accidently shut off a burning quite often. Hopefully I can train myself to avoid that; 2) The cook top is already showing imperfections. Despite being very careful not to let spills or splatters sit, it already doesn't look brand new, and yes I've been careful to use the cleaner and pad provided with the stove.
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