I would never choose Samsung for anything other than refrigeration. Especially not for cooking.

Between those two I would go with KitchenAid. It's a toss-up with brands these days...lots of negative reviews for just about anything you research.

That is why I am so confused. Every brand has bad reviews. Even professional.

I never had a KA range, but I've had a lot of their appliances and have been mostly happy. (I was never thrilled with the way the broiler worked on my electric double ovens, it didn't broil evenly, but otherwise worked very well.) one thing I have for sure always been pleased with KA is their customer service. On the few items I've needed to use their customer service with, they're always given great service and often exceeded my expectations. I have, or have had, KA large and small appliance such as: stand mixer, blender, double ovens, gas cooktop, counter depth side by side fridge/freezer, trash compactor, dishwasher... that's all I can think of right now. We are a larger than average sized family and I cook a lot. KA has been a brand I've been overall very pleased with.
And yes, I agree it's so frustrating to try to go by reviews online about ANY appliance.

KA Stove top very good (gas). I like their appliances, in general. I pick best quality in each category because none of them do well in everything. Good luck. It is a challenge.

Happy to hear the good kitchen aid reviews!

Something I've mentioned before regarding appliance warranties...some credit card companies will extend your warranty another 1-2 years. We just bought a new washer/dryer and purchased the 5-year warranty. Our credit card company extended the warranty for another 2 years at no cost. Could be worthwhile to check with your cc company. Ours told us you just have to put at least part of the purchase on the card.

Busy mom, what did you end up buying?

I hope you did not go with the Samsung! I will never buy a Samsung anything...refrigerator, washer, dryer, etc.