What's the Difference Between Professional Series Appliances & Standard Appliances?

Posted on May 1st, 2022

There is a lot to consider when trying to create a kitchen to fit both your home and personal taste. Will you choose modern with clean lines, traditional with welcoming tones, or somewhere in between? Will you opt for natural stone or solid surface countertops? Or, when it comes to selecting the appliances, what type of investment are you willing to put in? Even if you don’t know all of the differences between professional series appliances and regular appliances, you’ve probably noticed at least one distinction - the price. Professional series appliances are typically more costly than regular appliances and with good reason. But is it a good enough reason? We break it down so you can decide.

Price

Although there is a wide range of what you would consider standard appliances (both in cost and in features), they are generally the appliances you would find in a home improvement store and typically cost from under $100 up to $5,000. Lower-end models have basic features and controls while models on the higher-end have more selection and options. While these appliances are generally from known manufacturers, such as GE Appliances, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Bosch, etc., models on the high-end can cost nearly as much as professional series on the low-end.
On the other side, professional series appliances typically start at above $5,000 and can reach past $20,000. The high price tag is due to the performance, features, materials, and thoughtfulness that goes into every detail. Since standard appliances do not typically last nearly as long, professional series appliances can actually help save you money you would typically spend on replacing appliances. Also, professional series appliances tend to require less maintenance and repairs so you really can get your money’s worth in the long-run. As an investment, they can also add value to your home when you go to sell it.

Performance

The standard appliance covers the things you generally need on any given weekday and can usually handle anything from a weeknight dinner to a Thanksgiving gathering. But here is where professional series appliances shine. Whether we’re talking higher BTUs, larger capacity, smoother door openings and closing, guided program settings or solid metal details, professional series appliances outperform standard appliances any day of the week. They are on level with the commercial-grade appliances that cook up the world’s finest meals.

Aesthetics

Standard appliances offer a variety of finishes and styles to match your kitchen. Many offer stainless steel, counter-depth refrigerators, continuous gas burner grates, and other popular styles and looks many homeowners want. Professional series appliances deliver a professional, built-in look with

People who purchase standard appliances are looking for a budget-friendly option that can still look nice in any kitchen setting and provide the features to take the work out of cooking and chores. People who purchase professional series appliances are typically looking for an experience each time they cook and a certain appeal to add to their home. We carry a large selection of Ready to take it a step further? Check out our selection of professional series appliances here.