Appliance Package w/ Gas Range

16 years ago

This is my first time posting here, so I apologize if this was asked recently (didn't see it in a quick search).

I am currently in the market for a new set of kitchen appliances. My decision is going to be based mostly on the range. I love to cook and bake, so this is the most important of the appliances to me. I am overwhelmed with all the choices!!! My MUST HAVES on the range are this: Gas, Stainless Steel, 5 burner preference, and convection. I currently have a Frigidaire Professional (3.5 years old) and love it; however, we are selling it with our house.

Our budget for the whole package is $4000-5000. If you could suggest some of the best bang for your buck ranges, that have matching items with it (including an over range microwave), I would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks in advance.

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deeageaux
16 years ago
Frigidaire or Kenmore is more or less the only game(s) in town for that price.

Sears is doing good deals right now.

One set would not be better than the other.

Your only other option is bargain hunting on craigslist for used or scratch&dent or sears outlet but it would be a long shot to find an entire set.
dndsmom
Original Author
16 years ago
Let's say I was willing to spend upwards of $3000 on the range, and hope I would find somewhat matching to go with it. Any suggestions on a good quality range for that price? Or am I still best to stick with Frigidaire Pro, GE, LG, etc???

Thanks again!
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llaatt22
16 years ago
Try using the search function near the bottom of the previous page (appliance thread list) if you haven't already.
deeageaux
16 years ago
dndsmom,

At that price level you can get a beautiful Italian pro-style range. European ranges come with smaller ovens. But they are quite attractive and are of good quality.

You can get a Bertazzoni Professional X304GGV or a Verona VEFSGG30SS.

Most people here prefer the Bertazzoni or "Berta."

If you search threads here for Bertazzoni you will find my postings making fun of the small Berta oven.

I am looking to get a red range. Berta plus color is just about the same price as Bluestar with color. About $4k. And the Bluestar has a huge oven that fits a full size pro baking sheet. Plus powerful 22k burners.

The 30" SS Berta is about $2700 delivered. Color adds about $700.

There is a recent surge of interest for the NXR. It is a Chinese made pro-style range half the cost of the American made ranges. When it comes it health,safety,food preperation I prefer to steer clear of Chinese made products. Especially for $2K.
michaelct
16 years ago
I've also been looking for a stainless gas range. I can't have exterior ducting, so a pro range won't work for me. Not sure if that's a concern for you or not. I've narrowed it down to the GE Cafe (which seems to satisfy most of your requirements) or the Electrolux ICON. GE has more features, Electrolux ICON is sexier (to me anyway). I've read good and bad about both and can't get off the fence. Good luck to you!
chesters_house_gw
16 years ago
If you're not wedded to a "set" with all appliances coming from the same manufacturer, check out the Bosch Evolution -- even the 700 should give you some room on the other appliances, especially shopping outlet stores. You might find the AJ Madison site useful for shopping for features.

Here is a link that might be useful: madison
weissman
16 years ago
You might be able to find a DCS 30" all gas (non-self-cleaning) range for around 3K - I haven't looked lately so I don't know what current pricing is like. I've had the self-cleaning model for nearly 8 years - it's a great range if you can swing it. Also, you really don't need to "match" the other appliances - just get ones that look good together. The range is definitely the place to splurge.