What to consider when buying a range/stove

Looking for a new range or stove, but are uncertain where to begin? You may feel overwhelmed while buying a new range due to the wide variety of options available. From fuel type, oven capacity, and various widths, to finishes and special features, there can be many choices when it comes to selecting your new range. Understanding the differences between the various cooking options will give you more confidence when considering purchasing a range. Here are the differences:

• Cooktop: A flat surface built into a counter powered by gas, electricity, or induction to heat food.
• Oven: Installed into a wall cutout or near a cooktop used to bake, cook, and broil food.
• Range: A combined one-piece appliance featuring both a cooktop and an oven.

We at Bosch are here to help you navigate your shopping experience. We’ve prepared a list of questions you should consider as you prepare to find the right range/stove to fit your lifestyle and needs.

Range sizes vary between freestanding and slide-in configurations. Our freestanding industrial style ranges are available in 30" and 36" width options to fit your kitchen sizing needs. Bosch 30" width slide-in ranges are available in induction, electric, gas or dual-fuel options. All Bosch 30" slide-in ranges are engineered to fit flush to your cabinetry for a seamless, built-in look that provides a beautiful design upgrade.

Bosch offers two different range types with our slide-in and freestanding ranges.

Slide-in Ranges: Available with gas, induction, or electric cooktops, these types of ranges slide back against the wall and provide a sleek built-in look. The Genuine European Convection oven delivers faster and more even cooking on all three racks and the QuietClose® door opens and closes smoothly and effortlessly, without slamming shut.

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Freestanding Ranges: Our gas and dual-fuel freestanding range types feature the perfect balance of bold design and high-performing function, fit for a versatile range of kitchen design aesthetics.

• Pro-style range
• Stainless steel and black stainless steel options
• Easy to install freestanding design
• Easy to clean enamel surface and dishwasher safe grates
• Power and precision with dual flame burner

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With a bold, heavy-duty look and die-cast metal front control knobs as well as pedestal feet, our freestanding industrial-style ranges make a beautiful focal point in any kitchen.

If you prefer a classic finish, stainless steel is the perfect match to any kitchen design and aesthetic.

Bosch black stainless steel is a bold yet timeless. It is made of a special material, not just a coating, so it helps guard against scratches and fingerprints to maintain its look.

Pick your Bosch appliances and customize your kitchen cabinetry and layout with our kitchen package tool!