Gas stoves - selection criteria and the best models

September 28, 2020

If you look at the consumer market today, you will surely see how diverse the choices are for absolutely everything.

Buying a gas stove with the desired design, model, brand, and features is much easier today than it was possible years ago. It is true that the abundance of household appliances can be a bit confusing, but that is only because the market always leaves you with the opportunity to choose the best.

In today's blog, we would like to introduce you to the best-selling gas stoves that will truly decorate your kitchen interior. Until then, we would like to present you with some small recommendations.

Which gas stove is better to buy?

When buying a gas stove, you should be guided by the number of burners, the presence and type of oven, dimensions, material of manufacture, and a number of additional functions.

Based on all this, gas stoves are divided into several types:

Desktop or stationary;
Compact, medium and large sizes;
With gas, electric oven or without it at all;
With enamel, stainless steel or glass surface.

Typically, household gas stoves have 4 burners, but there are models with more or less. Household appliances with two burners are more often used in summer cottages and apartments with small kitchens. Models with 5 or more burners are used in large families, dormitories or boarding houses.

Gorenje GN 5111

Despite the reduced dimensions of the gas cooker (50x60 cm), its performance can be compared to professional models. The model is equipped with a powerful oven with a volume of 70 liters and is capable of heating up to +300 ° C.

The surface is made of enameled steel, on which are placed burners of traditional shape. Their power is 1 kW, 3 kW and 1.9 kW. All stoves and ovens are ignited by an automatic electric igniter.

As in all new Gorenje models, it is worth noting the gas grill oven, thanks to which the circulation of hot air inside the chamber improves and the dishes are baked evenly. The set includes 2 trays and a wire rack.

Advantages:

Gas control is possible in the oven;
Lighting;
The presence of a grill;
Automatic ignition;
Pull-out drawer.

Disadvantages:

There is no control over the furnace.

Beko FFSG62000W

Reliability, affordability and practicality are the main advantages of the model. Among medium-sized gas stoves, the most affordable are Turkish-made Beko gas stoves, which is due to the lack of additional functions (grill, convection, thermostat).

However, despite this, it has the largest oven in its segment, with a volume of 73 liters and can heat up to +300 ° C. Such functions are typical of semi-professional equipment.

Gas stoves are common. Their power is 1, 2.9 and 2 kW. The stove can work both from the mains and from gas cylinders. This means that the gas stove is suitable for use both at home and in summer cottages.

Advantages:

Large oven;
Ability to control gas in the oven;
2-year manufacturer's warranty;
Low price.

Disadvantages:

Lack of additional features

Simply put, Beko gas stoves are the simplest, yet most reliable and affordable appliances . In addition, they are indispensable for any settlement where there is not even a main gas pipeline.

The best combination gas stoves with electric oven

Hotpoint-Ariston HT5GM4AF

Despite its relatively low price, this Hotpoint gas stove It made it into our rating due to its functionality and reliability. The gas stove has 4 classic burners and an electric oven with grill and convection.

The dimensions of the appliance are 50x60x85 cm, although the oven is quite large (60 liters) and the chamber itself is equipped with a thermostat. In addition, the presence of a clock and timer makes cooking much easier.

Advantages:

Electric grill;
Convection;
Clock with timer;
Storage for kitchen utensils;
Electric ignition of stoves;
Compact dimensions.

Disadvantages:

The stove must be cleaned manually, as it does not have an automatic self-cleaning function;
The maximum heating of the oven does not exceed +220 ° C.

The Hotpoint-Ariston gas stove is an affordable and efficient appliance that is equipped with a functional electric oven . Thanks to its compact size, it fits perfectly even in a small kitchen.

If you are looking for more compact models and want to save space, check out our blog on electric kitchen hobs.

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