Does ANYONE love their Ilve range?

2 years ago

When I am remodeling a kitchen, I usually choose everything based on common sense/quality, but fall for one pretty face. I want that Ilve 30" range, but don't have a dealer or servicer nearby (I am in Boston and the closest is on Cape Cod). I have read many complaints, but few raves and would love to hear from people who actually use the stove rather than just gazing at it (like I would), or just had it installed in the last month. I cannot see how choosing the Hallman brand over Ilve brand would make a difference, because it is just a chrome nameplate they screw on the front, but could that be wrong? I live in an 1850s building with narrow winding stairs, so just wondering if the grief is worth it. Thanks for any current input and ideally photos. Happy Holidays.

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dancethismessaround
2 years ago
Hi Richard, I too love the look of the Ilve ranges, Bertazzini, La Cornue, Aga etc. etc. . I live in the SF Bay Area and bought an Aga refrigerator about 5 years ago. Big Mistake. Getting service was a nightmare and service was needed from the get go (waste of $). It is why I eliminated all the pretty Italian and French brands. I can't recommend enough ensuring you can get service within 1 - 3 days before making your decision. I have a 1889 Queen Anne and have decided on the Fisher Paykel 30" induction (small kitchen, would dream of a 36"). Not as pretty as the Ilve, but my appliance repair store (that are amazing) are authorized service providers, and we know the brand (used in Asia). Early on, I narrowed brands based on who the Repair store was authorized to service and what I could afford. Plus they are also authorized providers for Sub-Zero, Wolf and many luxury brands (so they are good). Anyway, I hope that helps. Best of luck to you and Happy Holidays.

https://www.fisherpaykel.com/us/cooking/ranges/classic-ranges/induction-range-36in-5-zones-with-smartzone-self-cleaning-or36sci6x1-81965.html

https://www.fisherpaykel.com/us/cooking/ranges/classic-ranges/induction-range-30in-4-zones-self-cleaning-or30sci6b1-81962.html
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Chez Patrice
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2 years ago
Thank you, Dance. I had a FP range in my last (small) condo after two disasterous Bertazzonis, because FP makes a great, substantial-looking 24" range. I was very happy with it. I called my Berta my gorgeous but unfaithful Italian Stallion, so I have a history here.
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Tish
2 years ago
Your decision making abilities have not improved if you are still attracted to the pretty bad girls that will stomp your heart and take your wallet.

Buy tried and true, with real customer service. Wolf.
HU-675849
2 years ago
I love unicorns! If everything else is sensible, one potential problem child shouldn't be too much to handle--not that I know that the ilive will be an issue. I don't know anything about it. You'll always have a microwave and Boston restaurants to carry you through any dark moments.

Below is a link to a Facebook group that might be helpful.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2834116923521062/
Chez Patrice thanked HU-675849
ouisiek
2 years ago
Love the way it looks but functionally it's been nothing but trouble.