This cook top was a replacement to an existing (3 yr. old) unit. We (wife and I) love the layout of the burners and the fact that the surface area is level and large compared to our previous cook top. Having the control knobs front and center along with corresponding locations to the burners makes for a  more easier operation without confusion. Cleaning is much more easier and efficient. We only wish that we would have had this cook top from the beginning!