Cafe CTS70DM2NS5/CTS70DP2NS1 were top-rated and most reliable in CR's tests and surveys, respectively.

Bosch induction cooktops were the most reliable (but be sure to understand the control design before buying one). Be sure to read the user guide for Wolf induction cooktops and note that, like Bosch, each induction element does not have its own power-level control. The CR top-rated GE Profile PHP9036DTBB does.

Wolf has Contemporary models and Transistional models. Just going by website pictures, but I'm pretty sure the Transitional model has individual power-level controls. (My Wolf induction cooktop has individual controls for each burner, but it's several years old).

mcarroll16 "I'm pretty sure the Transitional model has individual power-level controls"

Only for framed models, not frameless.

I have had 3 Miele ovens (wall/cso/speed) for 9 years. I love all 3 and would purchase again. As far as the CSO - the Miele allows more control - you can set the moisture level in 5% increments. Wolf has Modes and you do not know what level of steam is used in their modes. You have control of the temperature.. I wanted the steam level control in my CSO. Miele has the XL/XXL sizes. wtih the width of the cavity is the same but the XXL is taller. Wolf now offers a 30” oven with a wider cavity that should support a 1/2 sheet pan; however, it does not have the same height as the XXL. The internal size may or may not influence your decision.

I had alot of issues issues with my CSO - fortunately most were covered with the 5 year warranty that I purchased. I recently ran into an issue (oven would not heat) that multiple repairs would not fix. Miele suggested I buy a new oven and I ended getting a very large discount (reimbursement of my out of pocket repairs and another nice discount in addition) on an updated model of my original CSO oven as it has now been discontinued I was pleased how Miele handled my issue..

Miele now has the option to buy a 10 year warranty at least in the US. They also come with a two year warranty. They have been running some promotions where the 10 year (its actually 125 months) is included on certain appliances. I will certainly purchase the 10 year for my new CSO. If you have not please find out if you need service would it be a Miele employee tech or a thrid party that is ”certified” for Miele. If a thrid party call them and ask them how often they have serviced a CSO as it is the most complicated of the two ovens. I have a great Miele tech where I live and have had nothing but excellent service from my tech as well as Miele when I contact them using their 800 number.

The Miele wall oven has been solid and performs great. I do use their auto cooking modes (such as Bake Cookies/Bake Cake etc.) and they work well for me. I use the self clean function about every 2 years and have only used the medium soil level. No issues with it so far.

The Wolf has a great reputation as far as performance, but you will find many threads on the blue enamel chipping many users on this forum has experienced.

I have had a Wolf 36” induction cooktop as well for 9 years. No issues - performs great. I like the individual controls for each hob and I love the layout with the large hob off to the right side. I am not a fan of their new cooktop with the centralized control panel nor their price. I would look at the Miele as I believe they still have the individual controls. I have heard on this forum that Mile will likely introduce their full surfacxe induction cooktop this year. Something to call an experience center and see if they have any information to share. My miele tech told me he heard this was in the works. That would be my choice if in budget. Thermador also has a full surface induction that gets alot of positive comments. I have a second home with a vintage 1962 GE electric coil cooktop and will be replacing it with a GE profile induction cooktop this fall. It has iindividual controls as wdc cruise stated, lots of power levels and at least in the 30” the large hob is offset similar to my wolf.

Good luck with your decision and enjoy your new appliances!

I have a 36" Wolf Induction range and a 24" Miele CSO XXL that I'm happy with. We use the CSO most of the time and the big oven only when entertaining larger groups.

The price of a Miele oven and steam oven 10-year extended warranty is $1289 but that includes the standard, two year warranty so the extension is really only eight years. Cooktop is $979.

Its actually 10 years and 5 months - the likely hood of a major repair in 10 years on a CSO is pretty high IMHO and will easily exceed the $1300 price. I spent $1400 to replace a heating element and a control board this year. Miele comped me the heating element cost ($90). In 10 years that repair will likely be over $2K. The repairs I had on my CSO oven was a new steamer unit, a new drain pump, a new drain switch, an upgraded drain system, 3 heating elements, new thermostat, and a new control board. Service call alone is in the $150-170 range (don’t remeber what I paid). I wouldn’t purchase the 10 year for any other appliance. I didn’t buy the 5 year warranty for my other ovens or dw. My cc adds a year to the manufacturer's warranty.

Find a local Lux appliances dealer with a service department (not a third-party service). Follow their local recommendation. FYI, Yale Appliances in Boston posted reviews comparing appliances head to head, including the number of service calls. Check them out. There is no "perfect" single brand for all kitchen appliances. Also, most lux appliance companies lure customers by providing discounts when ordering the whole kitchen set. I'm not sure how significant it is for SZ/Wolf and Miele, to be honest, but, likely, it is not competitive with other brands.

I second Yale Appliance YouTube videos. They are very informative.

according to Yale, Gaggenau is definitely the best

I cook on a Wolf induction top almost every day. It’s a flawless cooktop. I love everything about it.

I would suggest trying to find an appliance shore where you can test out the ones you are interested in. Gaggenau has great products but we found the Miele interfaces easier to deal with. Plus, my body doesn’t handle touch controls well, but that might not be an issue for you.

You really can't go wrong with either selection. They both have good reputations. It will come down to which features you like best. I will also second Bosch/Thermador for induction cooktops, as well as Monogram.

The GE Profile PHP9036DTBB ($2300) and Monogram ZHU36RDTBB ($3300) are exactly the same except for a slight difference in appearance...and a thousand bucks.