I am very happy I found this model. A friend had it in black in new condo but at the time it wasn't available in SS. 5 years later when I was ready to purchase I found it in SS. 2" narrower than old one but more usable space. New counter, new cooktop. Being able to slide pans across or placing serving platter on unused burners is convenient . Large burner is convenient in front but small pans can't be used on it because handle melts. Easy to clean but I did add inexpensive drip pans. Old model had drip pans that could go into self cleaning oven. Rubber pegs fall out of grates easily & rust forms if peg is not replaced. 2 pegs are now missing. I rarely use burners on the right side because they are close to a wall. They work fine but just awkward for me to use them. Available griddle to go over 2burners would be nice.