If you’re thinking about buying a range cooker, you’ll no doubt have heard about the remarkable features and benefits, as well as the wide range of colours available.
But when it comes to actually purchasing, the wide variety of choices can make things a little more complicated.
To help, we’ve created this simple step-by-step guide to whittle down the options and make your purchasing decision easier and more enjoyable:
1. What type of range cooker do you need?
The first question to ask is what fuel you want your range cooker to run on; dual fuel, gas, or electricity. This will depend on what system you already have in place in your home. Does your entire house run on electricity or on gas too?
If the answer is a mixture of gas and electricity, a dual fuel range cooker is possibly your best option. Your hobs will run on gas, giving you excellent heat control, and your oven and grill will run on electricity which will provide a more even cook.
This decision alone will considerably reduce your choices, making the final decision easier.
2. Are you interested in energy efficiency?
Purchasing an energy-efficient range cooker will not only benefit the planet but will also reduce your running costs. If finding the most energy-efficient cooker is important to you, we recommend shopping for an electric induction range cooker, as these are well-known for their efficiency.
3. What features does your range cooker need to have?
The great thing about range cookers is that they come with so many handy features. We recommend you create a list of things your cooker must come with - no compromise, along with a list of desirable features that you could live without if need be.
This will better focus your search and, once again, reduce your options to make the ultimate decision more straightforward.
Here is a non-exhaustive list you can refer to to get you started:
- Multifunction oven (fan, browning, rapid response, defrost, duo mode, base heat, eco, delicate etc.).
- Griddle and teppanyaki griddle.
- Bread proving drawer.
- Rapid response.
- Multi-ring burner.
- Multi-zone functionality.
- Self-clean.
- Glide-out grill.
If, while browsing, you find another feature you can’t live without, simply add it to your list.
4. What space do you have available?
Range cookers are large, but that doesn’t mean they’re all the same size. Therefore, it’s essential to measure the maximum width, depth and height of where you’re planning to put your range cooker.
You can then use this to veto any models that just won’t fit, no matter the functionality or how pretty they are.
5. What colour scheme are you working with?
Finally, the colour. With so many to choose from, we recommend selecting a few colours that will complement your kitchen decor and then compare the options with the functionality you’re seeking.
Hassle-free range cooker shopping
When you browse the variety of range cookers with us, you can use the filters to whittle down the options by cooker type, energy rating, size and colour; all that’s left to do is browse the features to make your ultimate decision.
Additionally, you’re guaranteed the best price thanks to our price match promise when you purchase through us. If you need any more help choosing the right range cooker, please don’t hesitate to get in touch using the live chat button at the bottom right of the screen.
