Miele vs. Siemens Cooktop: Which Induction Cooktop is Better?
Find the best induction cooktop in our Miele and Siemens cooktop comparison in Mykitchens magazine.
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The cooktop is the heart of every modern kitchen, and when it comes to innovation, convenience, and design, a cooktop from Miele or Siemens is usually the first choice. But which cooktop is right for you? A Siemens induction cooktop or a Miele induction cooktop? We compare both top brands based on the following criteria: design, functions, operation, energy, price-performance, and convenience.
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Dimensions: How big is a Miele and Siemens cooktop?
Both manufacturers offer different widths: compact 60 cm cooktops as well as large cooktops of around 90 cm and more, so-called panorama cooktops. These are ideal for families and passionate home cooks, whereas the smaller cooktops fit perfectly into a standard kitchen. Although there are standard cooktop dimensions, the actual dimensions vary minimally. Siemens cooktops measure 91.2 cm, while Miele cooktops are slightly wider at 91.6 cm. A small difference can also be seen in the depth: Miele cooktops are about 5 cm deeper than Siemens cooktops.
Design: Matte or Glossy?
There are also differences in design between a Miele and a Siemens cooktop.
Miele Matt Finish
A Miele induction cooktop has a clear and elegant design. High-quality glass ceramic is combined with stainless steel accents. Two different finishes are available: cooktops are available in matt black or high-gloss. Our favorite is clearly the new Miele Matt Finish surface with an anti-fingerprint effect and a scratch-resistant texture. The cooking zones are often round; some have an expandable PowerFlex zone or even cooktops with full-surface induction, where the entire cooking surface can be used as a whole.
Miele cooktops are designed with stainless steel frames (FR) or frameless (FL). They can be surface-mounted or flush-mounted.
Each cooking zone is controlled by separate touch sliders, allowing individual cooking settings. The individual cooking zones are marked by fine white lines. The displays, such as power levels and controls, are backlit in yellow or white.
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Siemens iQ700 Design
The Siemens cooktop is characterized by a modern, elegantly minimalist design combined with user-friendly touch operation. Cooktops with full-surface induction and a finely patterned surface in elegant anthracite or classic black (blackSteel design for StudioLine), without visible cooking zone markings are also available. Flex induction cooktops are also available, with fine white lines that visually demarcate the cooking zones.
All Siemens cooktops can be installed frameless or with a stainless steel frame. Various frame options are available, including flush, surface-mounted, or with a faceted design.
The power levels can be adjusted by swiping or tapping a central touch slider. Siemens uses a modern, vibrant, blue light design as the display color. On some models, blue light strips indicate which cooking zone is currently active (Siemens activeLight).
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Technologies & Flexibility: What makes cooking with Siemens and Miele special?
What's special about the Miele induction cooktop, and what's special about the Siemens induction cooktop? We list five special features you can expect from these brands.
Special features of the Siemens cooktop
- VarioSpeed: For fast heating and variable usable zones.
- Frying Sensor Plus: Temperature control from 70°C to 220°C.
- Cooking Sensor: Modern technology for precise cooking.
- powerMove Plus: Divides the Siemens cooktop into three zones, each offering different temperatures.
- cookConnect: Automatic activation and adjustment of the extractor hood.
Special features of the Miele cooktop
- Surface induction: Cookware can be freely positioned and moved across the entire cooktop, without fixed cooking zones.
- TempControl: Roasting sensor automatically regulates temperatures via a sensor.
- TwinBooster: Even faster cooking thanks to power combination.
- PowerFlex cooking zones: Particularly flexible cooking areas where several zones can be combined into one large one.
- Con@ctivity: Automatic communication with the extractor hood.
Price-performance comparison in a cooktop comparison: Which is cheaper – Miele or Siemens?
Siemens cooktops are available starting at around €700–€800, while the Panorama models cost around €1,500 RRP. Siemens induction cooktops are known for their long durability when used carefully. So they offer very good value for money.
Miele induction cooktops start at around €850, while premium cooktops start at around €3,000. Miele stands for extreme durability and tests its appliances for up to 20 years of service life. This makes them among the most durable cooktops available on the market.
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As an example, we've selected two particularly scratch-resistant cooktops from Siemens and Miele. Both models feature a particularly hard glass ceramic, reminiscent of diamonds. This also led to their name.
Siemens diamondProtect
Siemens diamondProtect is a special coating for the iQ700 induction cooktop that offers extremely high scratch resistance. Inspired by the hardness of a diamond, it makes the surface particularly resistant to knives, pans, and cleaning sponges. The diamondProtect surface reduces micro-scratches by up to 95% and is up to 2.5 times harder than conventional cooktop surfaces.
Miele Diamond
The DiamondFinish surface on the Miele induction cooktop is characterized by its exceptional scratch resistance and particularly hard glass-ceramic surface. The coating achieves a hardness of 9.5 on the Mohs hardness scale, almost equivalent to diamonds. This reduces scratches by up to 95%, keeping the cooktop beautiful and shiny for a long time, and daily cooking leaves significantly fewer marks.
Conclusion: Miele vs. Siemens Cooktop Comparison
So, what can we conclude from our Miele vs. Siemens cooktop comparison?Miele scores with maximum durability and exclusive design, but has higher prices. Siemens offers a lot of technology at an attractive price and is the ideal solution for families and professionals, but is somewhat smaller. Both cooktops are top-rated, durable, and energy-efficient—so the choice ultimately depends on your budget and requirements. In everyday life, a Siemens cooktop is the better choice and ideal for anyone looking for flexibility and an affordable entry-level option. However, if you value comfort, sensory features, and longevity, and are willing to invest more money, a Miele cooktop is a good choice.
We would be happy to personally help you find the right cooktop for your kitchen and provide you with detailed advice on the best options.
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