Haven't used my stove and refrigerator long enough to rate it's performance after a week. I do love how they look from the front. My small home requires small sized appliances both of which are freestanding.  I am disappointed in the fact that the refrigerator sides are a lovely slate/charcoal black but  the stove sides are an obvious different shiny black meant to be tucked between cupboards.  Not all homes have slide in appliances, yet still want nice kitchens.  I would have gladly paid extra for the exposed stove panel to match the refrigerator. Freestanding is a misnomer currently.