KitchenAid
Kitchenaid KGCC506RWW 30-Inch 4 Burner Gas Cooktop, Architect Series Ii
Best gas cooktop for home cooks seeking modern style and versatility.
Elevate your culinary experience with this 30-inch gas cooktop, featuring an elegant gas-on-glass surface for a sleek, modern look and effortless cleanup. It offers versatile cooking power with four burners, including a high-performance 17,000 BTU Professional Burner ideal for searing and a precise 6,000 BTU Simmer Burner for delicate tasks. Continuous cast-iron grates allow for easy movement of pots and pans across the entire surface, enhancing convenience during meal preparation. This model ensures reliable ignition and is designed for seamless built-in installation, compatible with power outages.
$1152.04
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
616
/ 1005
#616 in Cooktops
Price vs Category Average
-39%
Below average
Width
30316
/ -/ inches
Who it's for
- Home chefs requiring exact heat for delicate sauces and searing
- Busy cooks needing to slide heavy pans across the surface
- Design-conscious homeowners seeking a seamless, high-end kitchen aesthetic
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused shoppers looking for entry-level appliance pricing
- Users wanting low-maintenance cleanup for heavy cast-iron components
- Large families needing extra burners for simultaneous multi-pot cooking
Performance breakdown
Searing Power
The 17,000 BTU burner delivers intense heat for professional-grade searing results.
Simmer Precision
Dedicated low-heat burner provides the control needed for delicate sauces and melting.
Surface Maintenance
Ceramic glass surface makes wiping away spills significantly easier than traditional steel.
Cookware Stability
Full-width cast-iron grates allow for seamless movement of heavy pots across burners.
Ignition Reliability
Direct spark system ensures consistent, reliable lighting every time you cook.
Installation Versatility
Included LP conversion kit offers essential flexibility for various home fuel setups.
Key Specs
Width
30-3/16 inches
Depth
20-5/16 inches
Height
2-7/8 inches
Cutout Width
29.0 inches
Cutout Depth
19.0 inches
Cutout Height
2-7/8 inches
Cooktop Surface Material
Ceramic Glass
Number of Cooking Element-Burners
4
Know before you buy
The Gas-on-Glass surface provides a sleek, modern aesthetic and is significantly easier to clean than stainless steel. Because the surface is ceramic glass, you can wipe away spills and grease without worrying about scratching or discoloration.
Yes, this model is LP convertible. It comes with an included LP conversion kit, allowing you to switch the fuel source from natural gas to liquid propane during installation.
While the cast-iron grates are durable and designed for heavy use, they are generally not recommended for the dishwasher. It is best to clean them by hand with warm, soapy water and a non-abrasive brush to maintain their finish.
To ensure a proper built-in fit, your countertop cutout must measure 29 inches wide by 19 inches deep. The unit itself has a total height of 2-7/8 inches.
The 17,000 BTU burner is designed for high-performance cooking, providing enough heat intensity to sear meats quickly and bring large pots of water to a boil in a short amount of time.
Yes, this cooktop requires a 120-volt electrical connection to power the Direct Spark Ignition system. This ensures reliable lighting every time you turn the burner knobs.
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