Product review (2 stars): Looks really good in my kitchen but KNOBS are costly to keep replacing...
I have owned this cooktop for about 3 years now. I love the way it looks. The griddle idea is great, but honestly, the temperatures from the 2 flames never seem to be able to evenly heat the griddle. We hardly use it anymore and it was one of the features that attracted us to the cooktop. Yes, it does scratch pretty easily, but I have learned how to be more patient cleaning cooked on gunk- I use hot water, Bar Keeper's Friend cleaner and often let it sit rather than scrubbing. Never use the scrubber side of your sponge, even the gentle scrubbers. But the MOST disappointing part of this purchase is the knobs. With 5 sons- I cook a lot. We have been through 7 knobs now and I am buying more to replace the ones I currently have rigged with glue & tape. It is unfortunate that I have to tell my teen sons they cannot use the cooktop- not because they are messy, irresponsible or rough- but since I as an experienced cook, aware of this problem, am still breaking knobs so frequently, we just cannot financially afford to take the chance with the boys. We will actively avoid GE products- those knobs are incredibly cheap. GE knows it & probably makes as much from selling replacements knobs as they do on selling the cooktop. Wish I was in a position to build a knock off knob that worked. Could make a mint!