Product review (3 stars): Black Markings Rubbing Off after only 6 months of light use.
So far the appliance performs well, but after 6 months of owning it, it appears to not be aging as well as one would expect from a 'premium' appliance manufacturer. Bosch has obviously farmed out manufacturing of these cooktops and of their ovens (which we also bought) to Electrolux (Sweden). I have owned both wall oven brands and they have very similar controls, sound indicators and finishes although, I do much prefer the look of the Bosch ovens so far, as well as the perceived performance.
The finish on their cooktops has some issues that can be remedied with the right type of cleaner (burn staining), but more annoyingly the markings and name stamp in front of cooktop have started to rub off by merely wiping down the unit. We have NEVER scrubbed the cooktop with any harsh cleaners or with even a soft scrub sponge. This is something that should absolutely not be happening to a near $1000 appliance after 6 months of use.