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KitchenAid - 36-Inch 5-Element Sensor Induction Cooktop

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3.6 | 17 Reviews

36-Inch 5-Element Sensor Induction Cooktop

Name: 36-Inch 5-Element Sensor Induction Cooktop
Brand: KitchenAid
Price: 2499.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.6 (17 reviews)

KitchenAid KCIG556JBL

Available in 2 Color(s)

Black
KCIG556JBL

Stainless Steel Trim
KCIG556JSS

Features

Assisted Cooking requires select KITCHENAID pans (sold separately)
Auto Presets for Melt, Simmer, Keep Warm and Boil
Control Lock disables cooking for easy cleaning when not in use
Frameless Design allows flush installation for a seamless look

Quick Specs

Type: Cooktop
Fuel: Electric
Width: 36.6875"
Height: 2.3125"
Depth: 21.7188"
Nominal Width: 36"
Energy Star Rated: No
Downdraft Ventilation: No
Hood Recommended: Yes
Induction: Yes
Type: Smoothtop
WiFi Connected: No

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Assisted Cooking Modes for Boil, Fry and Grill Help you take on high-heat techniques with confidence. Sensor monitoring automatically sets the ideal heat, alerts you when to add ingredients and maintains constant temperature while food cooks. Requires the use of specialty KitchenAid® pans (sold separately).* *Visit potsandpans.com/kitchenaid to purchase required cookware: 8 Qt Stockpot (#71003), 12" Nonstick Open Frying Pan (#71010) and 10.25" Round Nonstick Grill Pan (#71012). Cookware manufactured under license.

Auto Presets for Melt, Simmer, Keep Warm and Boil Automatically set the right heat for different techniques and stages of cooking, taking the guesswork out of choosing settings.

Control Lock Disables cooking mode for easy cleaning when not in use.

Frameless Design Allows flush installation for a seamless look or standard installation to fit an existing cooktop cutout.

Pan Size Detection Recognizes the size and placement of cookware to generate heat directly within the pan. An indicator light and sound will alert you if you turn the cooktop on without a pan on the selected element or if your pan is not compatible with induction cooking.

Power Boost Function Allows you to exceed the maximum heat-level setting for 5 minutes, to help you get to a rapid boil

Requires Induction-Compatible Cookware Such as multi-ply stainless steel, enamelled steel or cast iron. Aluminum and copper cookware will not work unless it has a base made of iron or steel. Look for pans marked "Works with Induction" or test to see if a magnet will stick to the bottom.

Sensor Induction Technology Generates heat directly within cookware, reaching high temperatures quickly and cooling down rapidly for precise control that enables a full range of cooking techniques.

Touch-Activated Controls For assisted cooking modes, auto presets and numerical power settings are simple to use. The seamless design is also easy to clean.

Features

Assisted Cooking requires select KITCHENAID pans (sold separately)
Auto Presets for Melt, Simmer, Keep Warm and Boil
Control Lock disables cooking for easy cleaning when not in use
Frameless Design allows flush installation for a seamless look
Pan Size Detection adapts heat to pan size and placement
Power Boost sets the highest heat to help you get to a rapid boil
Requires Induction-Compatible Cookware
Sensor Induction Technology heats quickly and cools rapidly
Touch-Activated Controls are simple to use and easy to clean

Certifications
Ada Compliant	ADA Height and Operation Compliant
Prop65	CA
Ul	Yes
Controls
Control Location	Front
Control Type	Tap Touch
Infinite Heat Controls	No
Cooktop Details
Cooktop Surface Color	Black on Stainless
Cooktop Surface Material	Glass
Digital Display	Yes
Griddle Included	N/A
Heating Element On Indicator Light	Yes
Hot Surface Indicator Light	Yes
Ignition Type	Electronic Button
Number of Open Bays	N/A
Details
Automatic Pan Detection	Yes
Automatic Pan Size Adjustment	Yes
Cooktop Configuration	All Burners
Fuel Type	Electric Induction
Installs Over Built-in Oven	Yes
Lp Convertible	No
Power Outage Compatible	No
True Flush Installation	Yes
Dimensions
Product Height	2.3125
Carton Height	7.64
Gross Weight	64
Carton Depth	25.28
Carton Width	40.45
Product Depth	21.7188
Cutout Depth Min	20.75
Net Weight	49
Product Width	36.6875
Cutout Width Min	35.563
Electrical
208v Compatible	Yes
Power Cord Included	Yes
Element/burner Details
Center Front Element-burner Power	2100W/3600W Boost
Center Front Element-burner Size	12in.
Center Front Element-burner Type	Round
Cooktop Element Style	Induction
Cooktop Type	Standard
Left Front Element-burner Power	2100W/ 3000W Boost
Left Front Element-burner Size	8in.
Left Front Element-burner Type	Round
Left Rear Element-burner Power	1200W/ 1600W Boost
Left Rear Element-burner Size	6in.
Left Rear Element-burner Type	Round
Number of Cooking Element-burners	5
Power Boost	Yes
Right Front Element-burner Power	1200W/ 1600W Boost
Right Front Element-burner Size	6in.
Right Front Element-burner Type	Round
Right Rear Element-burner Power	2100W/ 3000W Boost
Right Rear Element-burner Size	8in.
Right Rear Element-burner Type	Round
General
Combination Match With Oven	KOES527P; KOES530P; KOSE500; KOSE507; KOSE900; KOST100; KOST107
Cutout Depth Min (fract)	20 3/4"
Cutout Depth Min (metric)	52.71
Cutout Width Min (fract)	35 9/16"
Cutout Width Min (metric)	90.33
Ventilation Details
Downdraft Vent	No

Quick Specs

Appearance
Type: Cooktop
Fuel: Electric
Dimensions
Width: 36.6875"
Height: 2.3125"
Depth: 21.7188"
Size
Nominal Width: 36"
Features
Energy Star Rated: No
Downdraft Ventilation: No
Hood Recommended: Yes
Cooktop Features
Induction: Yes
Type: Smoothtop
WiFi Connected: No

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3.6 out of 5

64% of reviewers recommend this product.

Induction is Fantastic

GLLD 9/4/2026

Love the induction speed of heating. This is our first induction stovetop. Sometimes we have trouble adjusting the heat to the proper level - probably a user issue. Glad to have to burner shut off when nothing is contacting it.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

Yes, I recommend this product

Incentivized Review

Heat is controlled and fast, cleanup a breeze

Rog62 9/4/2026

Cooktop performs great. Heat is easy to control and compares to gas, boils water in nothing flat. Then it cleans up so easy. I had to convince my wife to try this over a gas stovetop and now she would never trade back. Great product, I hope it lasts us for years.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

Yes, I recommend this product

Incentivized Review

Cook top works great

Jiffy Pop 9/4/2026

Easy to use came highly recommended and supposed to be energy efficient
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

Yes, I recommend this product

Customer Provided Photos

Incentivized Review

LOVE IT

cat1234 9/2/2026

LOVE it so far! I did find an online video that was really helpful (on the KitchenAid site) that explained how to use it and what the different features are. Much easier than reading a manual. It's really easy to keep clean, and the fact that it heats so fast is great. It's responsiveness to change in settings is great too. It's efficient and precise cooking makes my meal prep a pleasure... and now I am a "consistent" cook!
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

Yes, I recommend this product

Incentivized Review

Great design and efficient

PNWShredder 9/2/2026

Very clean design and works flawlessly. I prefer induction vs gas or electric heat due to fast and even cooking. This is my 2nd induction cooktop and would not go back to gas or electric heat.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

Yes, I recommend this product

Incentivized Review

Still getting used to it

GoingGreen 9/1/2026

This is my first induction cooktop, so I™™m still getting the hang of it. I™™ve always cooked on a traditional gas cooktop and induction works very differently, so there™™s definitely been a bit of a learning curve with the settings and figuring out the right heat levels. One thing that has been a little confusing is that the magnet/induction element doesn™™t seem to be directly centered on the cooking area, which takes some getting used to when positioning your cookware.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

No, I do not recommend this product

Incentivized Review

Great cooktop!

Suzyq86 9/1/2026

The cooktop is very responsive. Amazing how fast it can boil water. No burned on food like regular cooktop. Only complaint is it beeps if you wipe cooktop while it is on or off even when locked. Have had to hit breaker to get it to stop. Otherwise would have given it a five.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

Yes, I recommend this product

Incentivized Review

L;KLGY 9/1/2026

This was not my first Induction cooktop. All control buttons are slow to respond. When I clean or wipe over the cooktop controls, it turns off and sometimes locks the control for approximately 1 min. On the good side I like the way it cooks and rapidly heats to maximum hot. I don't have any problem with using all metal pans.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

No, I do not recommend this product

Incentivized Review

Works great, but bring back paper owner™™s manual

MMS007 9/1/2026

This cooktop works well. Heats up and cools down quickly And it looks good and is easy to clean. I™™ve found the preset for cooking rice (the only one I™™ve tried ) doesn™™t work very well. It overcooked the rice. I™™ve just had to play with manual settings to get this right. I™™d give this 5 stars except it (and the oven I bought at the same time) doesn™™t come with a paper owner™™s manual. I hate this is that the wave of the future.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

Yes, I recommend this product

Incentivized Review

Impressive, water boils in half the time!

NJDK 9/1/2026

We upgraded to an induction cooktop after our 12 year old Viking accidentally shattered (our fault) The speed at which this cooks is amazing! Water boils in half the time and we are so impressed. Buying some new pans is the only negative.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

Yes, I recommend this product

Incentivized Review

Good control over intensity of heat

SFBruce 9/1/2026

We don't use all the additional controls on the cooktop, but the ones we use satisfy our cooking needs. One problem: It's hard, in some light, to see the control labels. We wish they were illuminated. Also, cleaning the cooktop often results in inadvertently turning on a burner. We like the high speed setting for boiling water, as well as the low settings for long, slow simmering. Overall, very nice.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

Yes, I recommend this product

Incentivized Review

Seamless look

Kmariecraig13 9/1/2026

I chose an induction cooktop because I hate cleaning the grills and grates of a gas cooktop. The induction heats up quickly and I love it™™s seamless and clean look in my kitchen. The one thing I™™m struggling with on this model is the buttons are not always very responsive. Sometimes I am pushing the power on button multiple times before the burner will finally turn on.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

No, I do not recommend this product

Customer Provided Photos

Incentivized Review

Warranty issues

JPKs 3/31/2026

I took delivery and installation in December 2025 with no issues. The cooktop developed a 4 inch hairline crack in March 2026. The KitchenAid repair technician verified the defect and secured a replacement ceramic top. The technician damaged the electronic components during the replacement and the cooktop has been unserviceable now for 14 days. With additional parts being identified as defective yesterday the cooktop will likely be out of service about 4 weeks.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

No, I do not recommend this product

Exceptionally Poor Products & Service

Defective Drawer 1/9/2026

We moved into a new unit in a new development and have this cooktop. Two of the burners did not work. Don™™t you think the technician would have check the unit to make sure it was fully operational before he left? Then it took 3 weeks for another technician to come and fix it. Do yourselves a favor and don™™t buy KitchenAid products.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

No, I do not recommend this product

Incentivized Review

Getting used to Induction cooking

Mafarmer 9/6/2025

I accidently dropped a jar on my old electric cooktop and it cracked. I spent some time deciding if I should replace it with an electric or an induction cooktop. I decided to go with induction. I purchased this cooktop and had it installed about 3 weeks ago. i was asked by the installer to check if the cutout space was appropriate for the cooktop. This was a bit of a challenge since my old cooktop was still in place but with the help of a friend and comparing the old cooktop installation guide with the new cooktop it appeared to be adequate and thankfully the new cooktop fit perfectly. I am still get somewhat used to using induction cooking versus an electric cooktop. The enclosed instructions are not real clear as to what 5,6 7 mean when you turn on the burner. If any liquid is spilled on the cooktop whether you have a burner on or not, a pinging alarm goes off until the spill is wiped off at the area dries off. A good safety feature but not sure I read about that in the manual. Cooking wise, it appears to cook quickly. I have used it for canning and hot water baths and it workes fine. I also have used it for some frying and also cooking stews. I was aware that the cookware needed to be compatible. I checked all my cookware with a magnet. The lock feature is a nice addition as I can clean the stove top with a cleanser without the alarm going off for moisture. I haven't tried all the features yet-like simmer. It may take awhile for me to get used to all of the features but so far I am satisfied with my purchase
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

Yes, I recommend this product

Customer Provided Photos

Incentivized Review

PammyD 9/5/2025

I chose an induction cooktop for environmental reasons, but I have to say i really miss cooking on a gas cooktop. Although I like the clean look and ease of cleaning, I am finding fault with this technology. I have tried several times but cannot get a pot to boil on the large center spot. The other burners take long to cook items as well. I have the appropriate cookware so can't figure out the issue.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

No, I do not recommend this product

Incentivized Review

TLC57 8/13/2025

Works great, ability to control temperature is most important. So far so good.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

Yes, I recommend this product

Incentivized Review

36-Inch 5-Element Sensor Induction Cooktop

Induction is Fantastic

Heat is controlled and fast, cleanup a breeze

Cook top works great

LOVE IT

Great design and efficient

Still getting used to it

Great cooktop!

Works great, but bring back paper owner™™s manual

Impressive, water boils in half the time!

Good control over intensity of heat

Seamless look

Warranty issues

Exceptionally Poor Products & Service

Getting used to Induction cooking

Works great, but bring back paper owner™™s manual