The KitchenAid KSIS730PSS is a 30-inch slide-in induction range built around fast, precise cooking and a large oven. The question for anyone shopping a 30 inch induction range is simple. Does the cooking performance live up to the look, and are the trade-offs ones you can live with? This KitchenAid KSIS730PSS review walks through what this model does well, where it frustrates owners, and who should buy it. The short answer: the cooktop is the reason to want it, the 6.4 cu. ft. oven is a real plus, the current price looks strong as a snapshot, and the touch controls and oven cleaning need plain warnings before you commit.
Quick verdict on the KitchenAid KSIS730PSS
For the right cook, yes, it is worth it. The KSIS730PSS earns its place on the strength of its induction cooktop, which Consumer Reports rated 5 out of 5 for both high heat and low heat. The large oven, bridge zone, roll-out rack, steam rack, and included air fry basket add to the case. It scores 61 out of 100 overall at Consumer Reports, held back by weak self-cleaning and a touch interface that divides owners.
Reasons to buy it:
- An induction cooktop with 5 out of 5 high and low heat scores from Consumer Reports, plus fast boiling and steady low simmers that owners praise.
- A large 6.4 cu. ft. oven with convection, air fry, and a roll-out rack.
- Strong pricing in our snapshot, $2,499 against a $3,699 list price.
Think twice if:
- You want simple knobs. The glass touch controls are the most common owner complaint.
- You expect a traditional high-heat self-clean oven. The AquaLift system scored 1 out of 5 at Consumer Reports.
- You need guaranteed stock today. Our latest data did not confirm availability.
Prices and stock move, so confirm both before you decide.
Price and availability at Masters
As of our research in June 2026, the KSIS730PSS showed a price of $2,499 at Masters Wholesale, down from a $3,699 list price. That is about $1,200 off, or roughly a third. Treat it as a snapshot, not a permanent price. Sale pricing on ranges changes, so confirm the live number before you assume it holds.
Our product data also showed a KitchenAid Dream Kitchen Rebate scheduled to run through July 8, 2026, with a rebate of up to $4,000 tied to qualifying KitchenAid purchases. If you are planning a full brand-matched kitchen, our KitchenAid appliance packages guide explains how bundle decisions usually come together. Promotions like this usually depend on buying a set of qualifying appliances, so check the current terms, dates, and what counts as eligible before you build it into your budget.
One honest caution on stock. Our most recent product snapshot did not confirm this range as in stock, and the status came back as unknown. That does not mean it is unavailable, but it does mean you should verify before you count on a delivery date. The current product listing shows the live price, stock, and any active rebate.
KitchenAid KSIS730PSS specs
Here are the numbers that decide whether this 30 inch induction range fits, plus the features that shape how it cooks.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | KSIS730PSS |
| Type | 30-inch slide-in induction range |
| Fuel | Electric induction, 240V |
| Oven capacity | 6.4 cu. ft., single oven |
| Cooktop | 4 induction elements with bridge zone (a 6-inch, an 11-inch, and two 7-inch bridge elements) |
| Oven features | Even-Heat True Convection, Air Fry, Steam Bake, EasyConvect, temperature probe, SatinGlide roll-out rack, storage drawer |
| Cleaning | AquaLift low-heat self-clean |
| Controls | Glass touch controls with control lockout |
| Smart / WiFi | No |
| ADA compliant | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR | No |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 29.88 in x 36.75 in x 26.31 in |
| Depth, door open 90° | 48.75 in |
| Cutout (W x H x D) | 30 in x 36 in x 24 in |
| Weight | 211 lbs |
| Warranty | 1 year parts and labor |
| Price snapshot | $2,499 (list $3,699), June 2026 |
| Availability | Not confirmed in our latest snapshot; verify before ordering |
Two practical notes before you measure. First, induction needs magnetic cookware, which we cover in the cooktop section below. Second, this is a slide-in built for a standard 30-inch cutout, and with the door open it needs about 48.75 inches of depth clearance. That last number matters in a tight galley kitchen.
Why the cooktop is the best part
If you buy this range, buy it for the cooktop. Consumer Reports gave the KSIS730PSS a 5 out of 5 for both high heat and low heat, its two best marks anywhere on the model. That lines up with what owners tell us. Across the most helpful reviews, fast and precise induction cooking is the praise that comes up again and again. One owner put it plainly: the control over the heat cannot be beat.
Induction heats the pan directly instead of warming a coil or burner first. Water boils fast, a low simmer holds steady, and the glass around the pot stays cooler because the heat is in the cookware, not the surface. For anyone moving from gas or older electric, that is the main reason to switch.
KitchenAid backs the cooktop with features that earn their keep. Power Boost pushes a burner past its normal top setting for about ten minutes to rush a pot to a boil. Sensor Induction Technology and the pan presence and pan size sensors match the element to the pan. The Simmer, Melt, and Boil presets set the right heat for a task so you are not guessing. The bridge zone joins the two 7-inch elements into one long surface for a griddle or roasting pan, alongside the separate 6-inch and 11-inch elements.
What the Consumer Reports cooktop scores mean
The high-heat score reflects how fast the cooktop boils water on its top setting. The low-heat score reflects how well it holds a gentle, even temperature for jobs like melting chocolate or holding a sauce. Both came back at 5 out of 5 for this exact model, so this is real evidence for the KSIS730PSS, not a general KitchenAid claim.
A note on cookware
Induction only works with magnetic cookware. Multi-ply stainless, enameled steel, and cast iron are safe bets. Aluminum and copper will not work unless they have an iron or steel base. The quick test: if a magnet sticks to the bottom of the pan, it will work on this range. Our induction cooktop guide covers this in more detail if you are new to induction.
Oven capacity and cooking features
The oven is the second reason to look at this range. At 6.4 cu. ft. it is roomy for a 30-inch range, with space for multiple racks or a large roasting pan. Consumer Reports rated oven capacity 5 out of 5, so the size is not just on paper.
The feature list is useful. Even-Heat True Convection uses a bow-tie heating element and a fan to move hot air for more even results on cookies and roasts. Air Fry mode comes with a dishwasher-safe basket, so you can crisp food without a countertop fryer. Steam Bake works with the included steam rack to add moisture for breads and similar bakes. EasyConvect adjusts standard recipe temperatures for convection so you are not doing the math. The SatinGlide roll-out rack slides heavy bakeware in and out without a fight, and there is a temperature probe and a storage drawer below.
Now the honest part. Oven results are more mixed than the cooktop. Consumer Reports rated baking 3 out of 5 and broiling 4 out of 5, fine but not the standout the cooktop is. Some owners back that up, with complaints about slow preheat, temperatures running off the mark, and convection results that vary. One review described waiting close to 30 minutes to reach 350 degrees. That is not every owner’s experience, but it shows up often enough that heavy bakers should weigh it.
Where the oven shines
Big meals, sheet-pan dinners, air fry without extra gear, and steam-assisted baking are the sweet spots. The roll-out rack makes a heavy turkey or Dutch oven much easier to handle.
What frequent bakers should know
If you bake most days and care about exact temperatures and quick preheats, the 3 out of 5 baking score and the preheat complaints are worth taking seriously. The oven is good for general cooking, but it is not the precision instrument the cooktop is.
Controls and everyday usability
This is the part to read closely, because it is the most common reason owners say they would not buy the range again. The KSIS730PSS uses glass touch controls instead of knobs, and some of those controls sit on the cooktop surface near the elements.
For some cooks that is fine. Several owners said the controls were easy once they learned them, which is a fair description of most touch interfaces. The frustration shows up when the controls get in the way of normal cooking. In the lower-rated reviews we read, the same issues repeat: buttons that take several presses for one task, beeping that will not stop until you move a pot off a sensor, and burners that shut off or lock when a pan or utensil rests on the controls. One owner warned against any range with push buttons on top.
There is also a learning curve even for happy owners. More than one five-star reviewer mentioned needing time to relearn how they cook. That is normal for induction and touch controls together, but it is worth knowing going in.
Our advice is simple. If you like physical knobs, set pans down wherever there is room, or want to turn a burner on with one motion, try this interface in person before you buy. If you are comfortable with a touchscreen and a short adjustment window, the controls are unlikely to be a dealbreaker.
Who tends to dislike the controls
Hands-on cooks who use the cooktop as prep space, dislike beeps and alarms, want knobs, or need fast one-touch burner changes are the ones who push back hardest in reviews.
How AquaLift self-cleaning actually works
Cleaning is where this range is weakest, and it is worth understanding why before you buy. KitchenAid uses AquaLift instead of a traditional high-heat self-clean cycle. AquaLift runs at under 248 degrees for about 40 minutes, using low heat and water to loosen baked-on spills. When the cycle ends, you still wipe out the water and soil by hand with a sponge.
That is a different job than the high-heat cycle many shoppers expect, where the oven burns residue to ash on its own. Consumer Reports rated self-cleaning 1 out of 5 on this model, the lowest score on its card. Owners echo it. In the negative reviews we read, several said the system did not clean the oven and that they ended up scrubbing by hand. If a strong, hands-off self-clean is high on your list, treat this as a real drawback.
The cooktop is a brighter story for cleanup. Because induction heats the pan and not the whole surface, spills outside the pan are less likely to bake onto hot glass. Owners often mention how easy the cooktop is to wipe down, and the cooler surface around the pot is part of why. So daily cooktop cleaning is easy, while deep oven cleaning takes more effort than the name self-cleaning suggests.
What the reviews and ratings tell us
For induction range reviews, evidence matters more than a long feature list. We lean on two kinds of evidence here: the customer ratings on our product page and exact-model lab data from Consumer Reports. Both are useful, and both have limits worth stating plainly.
On the customer side, this range carries 279 ratings and a 4.0 average. The breakdown is 133 five-star, 76 four-star, 28 three-star, 18 two-star, and 24 one-star. About 75 percent are positive and 15 percent are negative, so most cooks are satisfied, but the unhappy share is large enough to take seriously. Two things shape how we read those numbers. The current data shows zero ratings flagged as verified buyers, and some of the positive reviews were collected through a promotion. We treat the ratings as a strong directional signal, not as proof of verified ownership.
The pattern inside the reviews matches the rest of this review. Praise centers on the induction cooktop. Complaints cluster around the touch controls, oven preheat and temperature, the AquaLift cleaning system, and a smaller set of reliability or service problems. Consumer Reports puts predicted reliability and owner satisfaction at 3 out of 5 each, which reads as average, not a warning or a green light.
On the professional side, Consumer Reports is the one source with exact KSIS730PSS test data we could confirm, and parts of its full report sit behind a membership. We did not find a broad set of independent lab reviews for this exact model, so we have not leaned on outside consensus we cannot back up.
How it compares with other 30-inch induction ranges
If you are cross-shopping, three other 30-inch induction ranges come up most often. We did not find these exact models in our own inventory, and the prices below are snapshots from each maker’s site in June 2026, so treat them as a starting point, not live Masters pricing.
The GE Profile PHS930YPFS is the premium alternative. It adds a fifth induction element and built-in WiFi, and its self-clean cycle includes a steam-clean option, which addresses the cleaning gap that hurts the KitchenAid. The trade-offs are a higher snapshot price near $2,799 and a smaller 5.3 cu. ft. oven. GE’s own product page lists a 4.4 average across more than 2,500 ratings. It suits a shopper who wants smart features and an easier cleaning story more than maximum oven space.
The LG LSIL6334FE is the value-and-smart pick. At a snapshot price around $1,999 it undercuts the KitchenAid while adding WiFi and ThinQ features, and Consumer Reports comparison data places it well above the KitchenAid on overall score. Its catch is a thin ratings record, about 3.4 out of 5 from 66 ratings on LG’s site, far fewer than the KitchenAid has.
The Frigidaire Gallery GCFI3060BF is the value benchmark. At a snapshot price near $1,499 it is the cheapest of the group, with a broad oven feature set and a 4.5 average from more than 2,600 ratings on Frigidaire’s site. In Consumer Reports comparison data it also scores highest of these models. It is not a true price peer with the KitchenAid, but it is the one to beat if performance per dollar matters most to you.
So where does the KitchenAid hold up? Its 6.4 cu. ft. oven is the largest here. It brings the bridge zone, the included air fry basket, the steam rack, and the SatinGlide roll-out rack, plus ADA-compliant fit details. At its current sale price it sits between the value models and the premium GE. For broader context on the category, our top induction ranges roundup covers more options.
Side-by-side comparison
| Model | Price snapshot | Oven | Smart | Cleaning | Strongest point | Main trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KitchenAid KSIS730PSS | $2,499 | 6.4 cu. ft. | No | AquaLift (weak) | Largest oven, induction control, accessories | Touch controls, weak self-clean |
| GE Profile PHS930YPFS | $2,799 | 5.3 cu. ft. | Yes (WiFi) | Self-clean + steam | Fifth element, smart, better cleaning | Higher price, smaller oven |
| LG LSIL6334FE | $1,999 | 6.3 cu. ft. | Yes (ThinQ) | Self-clean + EasyClean | Lower price plus smart features | Fewer ratings on record |
| Frigidaire Gallery GCFI3060BF | $1,499 | 6.2 cu. ft. | No | Self-clean + steam | Lowest price, broad oven features | No KitchenAid styling or included accessory package |
Prices and ratings above come from each brand’s own site in June 2026 and can change.
Who should buy the KitchenAid KSIS730PSS?
Here is how we would steer the decision.
Buy it if:
- You are moving from gas or older electric and want fast, precise induction cooking above all else.
- You cook big meals and want a large 6.4 cu. ft. oven with convection, air fry, and a roll-out rack.
- You like KitchenAid’s look and want the bridge zone and the included accessories.
- You are comfortable with glass touch controls and will verify the price and stock before ordering.
Look elsewhere, or at least compare more, if:
- You strongly prefer physical knobs, or set pans and utensils down across the cooktop while you cook.
- You want a traditional high-heat self-clean oven that does the work for you.
- You need built-in WiFi, the lowest price, or the top lab-test score in the category.
- You bake most days and cannot live with a 3 out of 5 baking score or slow preheats.
This is a cooktop-first range. For the cook who wants induction speed and a big oven and can adapt to the controls, it is an easy recommendation. For the knob-loving, oven-first baker who wants a strong self-clean, one of the alternatives above will fit better.
KitchenAid KSIS730PSS FAQ
Is the KitchenAid KSIS730PSS in stock?
Our most recent product data did not confirm it as in stock, and the status came back as unknown. That can change quickly with appliances, so check the product page or ask us directly before you count on a delivery date.
Does the KSIS730PSS need special cookware?
Yes. Like all induction ranges, it needs magnetic cookware such as multi-ply stainless, enameled steel, or cast iron. Most aluminum and copper pans will not work unless they have an iron or steel base. If a magnet sticks firmly to the bottom of a pan, you are good. Our induction cooktop guide explains more.
Is AquaLift a true self-cleaning oven?
Not in the high-heat sense most people picture. AquaLift uses low heat, under 248 degrees, plus water for about 40 minutes to loosen spills, then you wipe out the residue by hand. Consumer Reports rated its self-cleaning 1 out of 5, so set expectations accordingly.
Is the KitchenAid KSIS730PSS a smart range?
No. KitchenAid lists this model as not smart compatible, so there is no built-in WiFi or app control. If remote start, alerts, and app features matter to you, look at the GE or LG models in the comparison above or compare broader smart cooking ranges.
How big is the oven?
It has a single 6.4 cu. ft. oven, which is large for a 30-inch range. Consumer Reports rated oven capacity 5 out of 5. There is room for multiple racks or a big roasting pan, with a storage drawer below.
Final verdict
The KitchenAid KSIS730PSS is a strong choice for one clear reason: the induction cooktop is excellent, with 5 out of 5 scores from Consumer Reports for both high and low heat and steady praise from owners. Add a large 6.4 cu. ft. oven, the bridge zone, and the included racks and air fry basket, and the case is solid for the right buyer.
It is not a best-of-everything range, and its 61 out of 100 overall score at Consumer Reports reflects that. The touch controls divide owners, the AquaLift system is a weak substitute for a high-heat self-clean, baking is average, and the price and stock we saw are snapshots that move. None of that erases the cooktop, but it does mean this range fits some kitchens far better than others.
If the cooktop-first trade-offs sound right for how you cook, check the KitchenAid KSIS730PSS product page for the current price, stock, delivery options, and rebate eligibility before you buy.