With all the pieces & parts that go into building a good kitchen, it’s nice to be able to get cabinets & appliances in one place. It’s also nice to know that with the built-in models like ovens and range hood, the cabinets will fit them. What else is good about IKEA® appliances?

• affordability: ranging in price from $100 to $1,950 for cooktops, ranges, range hoods, built-in ovens, dishwashers, microwaves, & refrigerators
• finishes: stainless steel, white, and anthracite (black-ish)
• serviceability: Whirlpool, the maker of the appliances in partnership with IKEA®, also services them
• warranties:
  • there is a 25 year limited warranty on AKURUM frames & fronts, RATIONELL & PERFEKT shelves, inserts & components for the cabinet systems, and on the freestanding BRAVAD & VARDE series
  • there is a 10 year limited warranty on all kitchen faucets except the LAGAN faucet

How about the current drawbacks?

• only the dishwashers have Energy Star Qualifications
• appliances are not covered under the 25 year limited warranty. It’s worth asking the store where the purchase is made whether warranties are available for your specific order.

Whirlpool?

With the exception of ranges (not cooktops) and refrigerators, Consumer Reports consistently ranks Whirlpool appliances within the top 10, and in many cases in the top 5 listings in reliability. A word of caution regarding Energy Star compliance: read the fine print.

Answer:

Basically it boils down to price and convenience of bundling kitchen components for purchase and delivery. You definitely can’t beat the price. For specialty appliances, like counter-depth refrigerators, for example, it’s probably better to buy independently.