Range buying guide
Manufacturers are serving up new names and claims as they prod you to spend a little more on your next cooking appliance.
But our tests show that when it comes to good cooking, it often pays to pay less. But our tests continue to show that "pro"
isn't necessarily a step up in either performance or reliability.
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Gas and electric ranges can give you fine performance. Serious chefs prefer gas for the quick response and visual confirmation of a flame. But electric elements generally heat faster and maintain low heat more precisely. Dual-fuel ranges combine a gas cooktop with an electric oven. We see no advantage in that combination.
