I have a Fisher and Paykel 30" gas range that I absolutely love. I've had it a little less than a year and have had no problems with it.

Things I like about it are: Sturdy, substantial, responsive knobs; burners that can bring a pot of water to a boil very quickly; stainless steel range top; two roller oven racks (standard with the range); two double ring burners.

The only thing I don't like is that there is no "gentle" simmer burner but I have learned to compensate.

I have read on Houzz that some people say the oven on the FP 30" range is not real large but it is entirely adequate for my baking needs. The oven on the 36" range should obviously be larger than on the 30" range.

If I can answer any specific questions, let me know.

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I've been thinking about the 30" induction version. My primary concern has been the small oven size. Can you do things like set two 9 x 13 pans next to each other on the same shelf? I think my greatest concern is if I have a large roaster pan in the oven and want to put another smaller dish in at the same time.

I absolutely love the really nice roller racks in the FP! They are so much nicer than the comparatively sleazy racks that the Café I am considering has.

Thanks.

I tested two 9 x 13 baking pans side by side in my FP 30" oven on one shelf and they stick out very slightly, not allowing the door to fully close.

That being said, my pans have bigger handles. If you have pans (or can find pans) with a shorter handles, they should fit side by side.

Consumer Reports tested the 30" Fisher Paykel OR30SCG4X1 and it came in dead last, a score of only 28 out of a possible 100. It's available in a 36" model that you may want to avoid.

Ohhh thank you. What brands came in the lead in 36” gas ranges? Also looking at Bertazzoni and Ilve...

Dead last! Wow! That's an eye-opener. Thanks for the info.

Thanks for trying the 9 x 13 pans. I am just talking about standard 9 x 13 baking pans. I have some fancier ones that have rims or edges or handles that flare out a little, so I know what you are talking about.

Dead last? I looked at the on-line reviews for this item before purchasing and they were overwhelming positive.

I didn't look at Consumer Reports, however, and am not sure what criteria they used to rate the product.

@Architectural Notice: "I didn't look at Consumer Reports, however, and am not sure what criteria they used to rate the product."

CR subjects all its ranges to the same series of tests: consumerreports.org/join - $10/month digital

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Do you notice the air comes out from cooling the oven hot?