How to Buy an Oven Range

Tips on buying an oven range

1.Think about how you cook. Is your current oven range an everyday workhorse that you rely on for most meals? Do you entertain a lot and therefore need a big oven range for cooking several dishes at once? Retailers offer small oven ranges for small spaces. You can also purchase large oven ranges with two ovens and six or more cook-top burners. Which way you go depends on your cooking needs. Are you serving one-to-four people regularly or larger groups?

2.As with any large appliance, your budget is a factor. You may want one of those fancy, professional chef’s oven ranges, but your budget may limit you to something more basic. That’s why it’s important to know what you can spend and study available options within your price range.

3.Next, check the space where you want to install the oven range. If space limits your choices, it’s better to realize that before you start shopping.

4.You also need to know whether you want a gas or an electric oven range. Gas cook-tops have blue flames that are easy to adjust. Using gas is cheaper than electricity. However, electric cook-tops are preferred for easier cleaning. Electric oven ranges offer features like self-cleaning and convection cooking.

5.Now, take a look at some oven ranges. Options include the number of burners on the cook-top, one or two ovens, broiler and storage space on the side or in the bottom of the unit.

Caution

Don’t let the wonder of design and features sway you from making the right purchase. Buy the oven range that works best, not the one that looks best.

Where to buy a oven range

Try one of these online retailers when shopping for your new oven range:

US Appliances carries all of the major brands. After viewing the selection, order online or by phone.

Shop by design or brand at AJMadison. Also find cook-tops and wall ovens.

Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center breaks down the oven ranges by brand, number of burners and whether they are gas or electric.