Product review (5 stars): Buy this range!!!
Extremely pleased with my purchase. I researched reviews and went in person to the big box stores before deciding on this range. I've put in my time with apartment style ranges, and upon finally finishing our kitchen I am so glad to have the commanding centerpiece be a substantial piece of equipment that will stand the test of time. Trying to not be a snob, I had considered getting a Samsung or Bosch because it would be the same brand as my dishwasher or refrigerator. I went to the stores to get a feel for them and they were cheap feeling with an insane amount of useless options, even for a seasoned self described foodie chef. I thought, "why invest almost 2k in something that doesn't thrill me?" So I splurged on a new brand and the 36" range purchasing sight unseen from China. Hoping it would live up to the reviews I had read and anxious for its arrival, my dreams were fulfilled the day it arrived. I had also debated between the Thor brand and this and opted for the Kucht. My decision came down to the weight on specifications. The Kucht weighed 50 lbs more and so I examined the photos more and discovered that the grates were a lot more substantial on the Kucht. I figured if the same size range weighs 50 lbs more, it must have a lot better quality metals in construction. The interior is smartly designed, accurate temp control too. The only quirk I've noticed after heavy use for an month is that the simmer burners click and complain so to speak if you try to simmer on the high powered center burner. But when you use it as designed, there are no problems. After a month I am thrilled with my purchase and would buy again in a heartbeat. Performs as well as a Wolf Thermador or Viking at a fraction of the cost. Also, extremely easy to clean- love the black background. Knobs feel heavy duty and expensive.