When it comes to premium cooking appliances, Wolf is one of the most trusted names in the industry. Known for its performance, durability, and timeless design, Wolf cooktops and rangetops consistently show up in high-end kitchens around the world.
Whether you’re choosing gas, induction, or a specialty range option, Wolf delivers a balance of precision cooking and bold design. Let’s break down your choices so you can pick the right model for your kitchen.
Why Choose Wolf?
Wolf has earned its reputation through:
- Award-winning performance: The 36-inch Contemporary Induction Cooktop won top honors in 2024 for its sleek design and advanced features.
- Global influence: Wolf and Sub-Zero host an international Kitchen Design Contest every two years, celebrating innovative kitchens featuring their appliances. Over 1,600 entries from 45 states and 11 countries show how popular Wolf has become with homeowners and professionals alike.
- Unmatched quality testing: Every cooktop is engineered to deliver reliable performance for years of daily cooking.
Wolf Gas Cooktops: Three Styles
Wolf’s gas cooktops give you flexibility in both style and performance.
Professional Series
- Sizes: 30″ and 36″
- Bold, industrial look with brushed stainless steel panels and signature red knobs (also available in black or stainless).
- Designed for cooks who want a statement piece.
Transitional Series
- Sizes: 15″, 24″, 30″, 36″
- Blends black glass with stainless accents.
- Backlit knobs with two-tone styling for a modern yet classic feel.
- Great for homeowners who want versatility in sizing.
Contemporary Series
- Size: 36″ only
- Minimalist, flush-installation look with clean black glass.
- Front-facing illuminated knobs that integrate seamlessly into cabinetry.
- Designed to “disappear” into the countertop for a modern, architectural style.
Performance Note: All gas cooktops include Wolf’s dual-stacked burners, offering both powerful flames for boiling and gentle heat for simmering. The continuous grates make it easy to slide pans across the surface without lifting.
Wolf Rangetops: Gas Power + Specialty Options
If you want professional versatility, Wolf rangetops bring restaurant-style cooking features into your home.
- Infrared Charbroiler: Sear steaks, burgers, and veggies indoors with outdoor grill results.
- Infrared Griddle: Perfect for pancakes, bacon, sandwiches, and searing delicate foods.
- Wok Burner: A powerful 35,000 BTU burner designed specifically for wok cooking — delivering intense, even heat for authentic stir-fry.
Available in 30″, 36″, and 48″ sizes, rangetops let you mix and match these specialty features to create a truly customized cooking surface.
Wolf Induction Cooktops: Sleek and Smart
Wolf’s induction cooktops combine style, safety, and precision.
Contemporary Induction
- Sizes: 30″ and 36″
- Frameless black glass, designed for flush installation.
- Integrated touch controls with full-color LCD.
- 17 power settings, half-step adjustments, boost mode, and bridging zones for oversized pans.
- Ideal for minimalist, modern kitchens.
Transitional Induction
- Sizes: 15″, 24″, 30″, 36″
- Black glass with stainless steel trim for a more traditional look.
- Two grid/control panel styles: older models with circular zones and newer models mirroring the Contemporary design.
- Offers more sizing flexibility without losing Wolf’s signature precision.
Which Wolf Cooktop Is Right for You?
- Choose gas if you love the feel of flame cooking and want a bold design.
- Choose a rangetop if you want professional-style features like a griddle, charbroiler, or wok burner.
- Choose induction if you prefer faster heating, cooler surfaces, and a sleek, modern design.
Each option carries Wolf’s legendary craftsmanship and attention to detail, ensuring years of reliable cooking.
See Wolf Cooktops at BSC Culinary
At BSC Culinary, we showcase Wolf cooktops and rangetops in our San Francisco showroom. You can experience gas, induction, and specialty features firsthand, while our team helps you decide which model fits your cooking style and kitchen design best.
Whether you’re remodeling, building new, or simply upgrading, Wolf has a cooktop to match your vision.
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