It's a nice range and is definitely an improvement over the one it replaced but,it is LOUD! When that fan kicks on, forget about trying to watch a movie/tv and cook. Also the "alarm" is so quiet that its impossible to hear unless your standing in front of the unit. its beyond frustrating. Yes, its turned up all the way. Our old range had an alarm so loud it could be heard in the yard! The companion "app" is a total disaster and I'm not exactly sure why it exists. Seems strange that it connects to the web and not just the local network. especially since anyone buying connected devices clearly either already having a hub or extend to add one. great range, silly interface.