If you've been curious about induction cooking but balked at the sticker price, today's spotlight is for you. The Electrolux ECCI3668AS is a full-size 36" induction cooktop with five zones, serious power and a clean, modern look — and right now we have it brand new in the box for $1,760 CAD. That's roughly 20% below what this model typically sells for at the big-box stores.
Why induction?
Induction cooktops heat the pan directly using a magnetic field rather than heating a glass surface or an open flame. The practical upside is speed, precision and safety: a large pot of water comes to a boil in a fraction of the time, simmer settings hold steady without scorching, and the surface itself stays relatively cool, so spills don't bake on and little hands are safer. Because almost all of the energy goes into the pan instead of the surrounding air, induction is also the most efficient way to cook with electricity — a nice bonus in a Canadian kitchen where the range hood runs half the year with the windows shut.
Key features of the ECCI3668AS
- Five cooking zones — two 8" elements on the right, two 7" on the left, plus an 8" centre-rear zone, so a stockpot, a skillet and a couple of saucepans can all run at once.
- Twin 3,600W power elements — the two right-hand zones deliver 3,600 watts each for rapid boiling and hard searing. The left zones run 2,600W and the centre 2,500W.
- Front-mounted capacitive touch controls — a smooth, wipe-clean control strip along the front edge with a crisp white display. No knobs, no seams, nothing to catch grease.
- Smooth black glass with stainless trim — pairs with stainless wall ovens and hoods, and looks at home in both modern and transitional kitchens.
- Built-in, ADA-compliant design — 36¾" wide with a cutout range of 33 27/32" to 36 1/8", 4⅜" tall. Requires a 240V / 50-amp circuit.
- 1-year parts and labour warranty from Electrolux.
Who is this cooktop for?
This is a great fit for anyone renovating a kitchen with a separate wall oven, replacing a tired 36" electric or gas cooktop, or simply ready to upgrade to induction without stepping up to a premium-brand price tag. Families who cook big meals will appreciate five usable zones; serious home cooks will love the responsiveness of the 3,600W elements. Just remember that induction requires magnetic cookware — cast iron, enamelled cast iron and most stainless steel work; pure aluminum and copper pans won't unless they have a magnetic base. A fridge magnet on the bottom of the pan is the quick test.
The Oxbury advantage: same appliance, smaller bill
Our pricing is simple. We benchmark every model against the big-box stores and then discount from there. For the ECCI3668AS, that works out to:
- NEW BOX — $1,760 (in stock now, 2 units). Factory-sealed, full manufacturer warranty, exactly what you'd carry out of a big-box store — for hundreds less.
- OPEN BOX / SCRATCH & DENT — $1,499 when available. Cosmetic blemishes only, fully tested, and a great choice if the edge trim will be hidden by your countertop anyway.
- FACTORY REFURBISHED — $1,100 when available. Restored to spec by the manufacturer and inspected by our technicians — the biggest savings of the three.
Every unit is inspected before it leaves our London, Ontario warehouse, and we're happy to walk you through the difference between conditions if you're not sure which one makes sense for your project. Not sure what the labels mean? Read our plain-English guide to open-box, scratch & dent and refurbished appliances.
Ready to make the switch?
With only two new-in-box units on hand, this one won't sit around long. Shop the Electrolux ECCI3668AS 36" Induction Cooktop online now and lock in the $1,760 price — or reach out to our team with any questions about installation, electrical requirements or cookware compatibility. Cook faster, cleaner and safer, and keep the savings in your pocket.