Dual Fuel Cookers for the home

As their name suggests dual fuel cookers use a combination of gas and electric. Their
design complements both traditional and contemporary styles of kitchen. If you have a country or period kitchen go for a more classic design.

In this section we are going to look at the best type of Dual Fuel Cooker’s to buy along
with the cheapest and most expensive available. We are an impartial company offering
our experience in the trade and we offer unbiased advice to help you the consumer get
the best advice available.


The step by step guide to purchasing a Dual Fuel Cooker.


Choosing a Dual Fuel Cooker

If you are looking into purchasing a dual fuel cooker there are literally hundreds out
there which can make decision time quite difficult. With a dual fuel cooker you will get
all the options of cooking with gas and/or electricity. Choose between electric ceramic
hobs or gas burners, depending on cooking preference. Generally dual fuel cookers start from a small 60cm up to 120cms wide for larger kitchens. In order to make the process a
bit easier check out the following checklist:

1. Consider opting for cast iron pan supports versus the enameled one. They are a lot more robust and easier to clean.
2. Since height and depth are standard and width is not check your size.
3. If you prefer a gas hob, do you want a lid? If you do then you really don't need a splash back.
4. Decide on your style: traditional, contemporary or classic along with what colour you prefer.
5. Delivery on dual fuel cookers can be expensive so you may want to consider transporting yourself.
6. Don’t always go for the cheapest cooker; especially if you know the price of that particular dual fuel cooker should be considerably higher. There are many internet companies which sell either returns or refurbished dual fuel cookers so it would be wise to check this out prior to your purchase.

Dual fuel is the most common choice since it provides the versatility of multifunction
electric cooking along with the quick reaction of gas burners.  The controllability of gas is used on the hotplate with (usually) an electric grill and electric oven. They require a 30amp wired cooker socket and connection to the gas supply. Although, all electric is an excellent option if no main gas is laid on. One may also consider converting the duel fuel cooker to LPG bottled gas. Research shows that customers who use dual fuel cookers actually will be seeing a decrease in their energy costs.


Manufacturers

The most popular manufacturers for dual fuel cookers include: Leisure (which is owned
by Beko), Kenwood and Elba (both of which are part of the De Lonhgi group), and Rangemaster (which is owned by Aga).

The most popular brands are Rangemaster, Cannon, Falcon, Stoves, Zanussi, Hotpoint
and Indesit The majority of people who purchase from these brands are price conscious
and are really looking for something cheap and cheerful.

Now the best brand to choose would without doubt be Rangemaster or Aga, Cannon or Stoves. Rangemaster or Aga are very expensive however they are noted for their exceptional quality and life expectancy which makes it a product you simply can not go wrong with. Even though these brands of dual fuel cookers are quite expensive it will be
well worth it in the end. Like the old saying goes: 'You get what you pay for'.


Colours Styles & Features


The majority of the dual fuel cookers basically are available in three (3) colors: black,
white and stainless steel with an occasional bisque or taupe for the consumer to choose from; although Falcon did have a dual fuel cooker available in a shade of red.

Many of the dual fuel cookers come with 2 - 5 cooking elements with features which include burner, grilling, wok cooking, and warming zone.  For the oven these dual fuel cookers come with a double oven which the majority is not self-cleaning. The oven functionality includes baking, roasting and broiling.


The Best Products to Consider


Below we list the top recommended products to consider when buying online. We only offer unbiased advice and we do not persuade towards any products for the benefit of any suppliers or manufacturers.