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Viking vs. Wolf
Posted on 6/25/11 at 4:18 pm
Posted on 6/25/11 at 4:18 pm
Gas ranges. Any meaningful performance or quality differences between either brand? Both are fairly close in price, but Viking consistently seems to cost more.
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Posted on 6/25/11 at 4:25 pm to Bucktown Tiger
Sounds like you answered your own question.
Posted on 6/25/11 at 5:08 pm to Bucktown Tiger
I can tell you (as someone who has done commercial kitchen repair work)Viking is a better built piece of equipment, easier to work on, and parts are easier to find. But the wolf will cost a lot less. If you are going to make a living on this stove buy the viking...if not....buy the wolf.
Posted on 6/25/11 at 5:22 pm to tavolatim
I can tell you (as someone who has done commercial kitchen repair work)Viking is a better built piece of equipment, easier to work on, and parts are easier to find. But the wolf will cost a lot less. If you are going to make a living on this stove buy the viking...if not....buy the wolf. [/quote]
I'm building right now and have quotes on thermadour, Viking, and GE Monagram for appliances. How do you feel about the 3? Do you have a preference?
Posted on 6/25/11 at 5:48 pm to Tigersfan
My dad completely redid his kitchen last year. After lots of research he went with Wolf. Viking has recently been bought out by another company and their customer service has gone to shite. Also, from Stine's, who carries both brands they claim that Wolf parts are much easier to find. They say that Wolf has surpasses Viking for home kitchens.
Posted on 6/25/11 at 5:59 pm to Woff Mom
I have a Wolf dual fuel and it ROCKS. I did not even consider Viking as I heard they break down a lot and need a lot of service. I don't know if it is true, but that was their reputation. The other brands are 1 step down.
Posted on 6/25/11 at 6:08 pm to tewino
By the way, SubZero bought Wolf a few years ago. Sub Zero has a somewhat bad reputation for needing service/repairs but I don't lump Wolf into Sub Zero's reputation yet.
I also have a SubZero (3yr old) and have had about 4 or 5 service calls for the same minor problem. It just took a while to pinpoint and fix the problem- even though minor. I've had no issues with the Wolf.
I also have a SubZero (3yr old) and have had about 4 or 5 service calls for the same minor problem. It just took a while to pinpoint and fix the problem- even though minor. I've had no issues with the Wolf.
Posted on 6/25/11 at 6:28 pm to tewino
I would look in to Blue Star Ranges in addition to the others mentioned...The GardenWeb Forums have tons of information on stoves and other kitchen appliances.
Posted on 6/25/11 at 6:40 pm to Bucktown Tiger
I think Geauxt just bought a Wolf...red knobs.
Posted on 6/25/11 at 7:09 pm to OTIS2
We have a 4 year old Viking gas built in stove & a 4 year old Sub Zero all refrigerator & Sub Zero all freezer. The stove and fridge have had to have have several minor service calls. Both took awhile to get the parts in. Last year replaced the built on double ovens, went with Wolf and have not had any problems.
My daughter and son in law built a huge home at Sugerloaf in Duluth, Ga, and they went with all Wolf, top of line, have had NO problems. House is a little over 2 years old. They even went with Wolf for their out door kitchen.
My daughter and son in law built a huge home at Sugerloaf in Duluth, Ga, and they went with all Wolf, top of line, have had NO problems. House is a little over 2 years old. They even went with Wolf for their out door kitchen.
Posted on 6/25/11 at 7:31 pm to sporttiger
I have an eleven year old sub zero built in. Had a ten year old in the last house. Never had a problem with either.
Have a Viking six burner, two oven , 24 inch gas range, a 52" gas BBQ pit as well as two burner outdoor cooktop.
Only thing I have replaced is a couple grills. I cook a lot and just wore them out and it could have been Jesus Christ grills and they would have been done.
Wolf and. Viking are both good. Just maintain whatever you get.
Have a Viking six burner, two oven , 24 inch gas range, a 52" gas BBQ pit as well as two burner outdoor cooktop.
Only thing I have replaced is a couple grills. I cook a lot and just wore them out and it could have been Jesus Christ grills and they would have been done.
Wolf and. Viking are both good. Just maintain whatever you get.
Posted on 6/25/11 at 7:50 pm to Bucktown Tiger
If you are really interested in cooking, I'd go with Vulcan. Ask any restaurant you deal with if they use Viking. They don't. More than likely they use US Range, Royal Range, or Vulcan. Viking is customized for $$ Residential. I have a 10 yrd 36" Royal and a 27 yr old 36" Vulcan. Pure gas, non electric. I've never made a service call on either.
Posted on 6/25/11 at 9:58 pm to Bucktown Tiger
we've got an entire viking kitchen (range, oven, microwave, dishwasher, and even coffee pot) and have not had any problems. they're probably both fine.
Posted on 6/25/11 at 11:31 pm to Coater
Seriously if you want the best performing gas range. You need to take a look at Blue Star. It is as close to a true commercial range as you can get and still have it meet residential code. 22k btu burners, Wolf and Viking 16 - 18k if you are lucky. Bigger ovens and you have the option of nearly total customization if you want it. I you go true commercial range you will have to do alot of modifications to your layout to accomodate and commercial ranges have standing pilot lights and absolutely no insulation. Check out www.bluestarcooking.com
Posted on 6/25/11 at 11:57 pm to MulletMan
Eight year old Monogram GE. No problems with mine. The hood is Vent A Hood.
Posted on 6/26/11 at 9:23 pm to Nafregit
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US Range
This is what I have and love-4 burner, 24" flattop and oven, although I generally use my newer Whirlpool Gold for baking because I find that it holds the temperature more consistently, and I use the convection feature quite a bit.
Posted on 6/27/11 at 11:03 am to OTIS2
quote:After doing exhaustive research on this subject, I went with Wolf... The number 1 reason, and may I add, the ONLY reason was: Ms. Geauxt wanted the RED KNOBS!
I think Geauxt just bought a Wolf...red knobs.
Posted on 6/27/11 at 11:09 am to Bucktown Tiger
Decor is another option.
I have a 36" Jenn-Air that went completely underwater in Katrina. I rebuilt it, but I'd replace it if I had the cash. I'd buy a Blue Star range out of all of them though, and it'd only be stainless at the top.
I have a 36" Jenn-Air that went completely underwater in Katrina. I rebuilt it, but I'd replace it if I had the cash. I'd buy a Blue Star range out of all of them though, and it'd only be stainless at the top.
Posted on 6/27/11 at 11:16 am to Gaston
gaston, can't be of any count, doesn't have red knobs, duhhh!
Posted on 6/27/11 at 11:26 am to Ole Geauxt
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doesn't have red knobs
I sure as frick don't want red knobs. I have a green kitchen and even though my last name is NOEL, I don't want it Christmas all year around.
I have a friend with the biggest dual oven range Wolf sells and it is pimp no doubt.
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