Slide-in ranges have become popular because they controls on the front. They sit on top of the countertops and give your kitchen a built-in look without “breaking the bank” on wall ovens and cooktops.
The main advantage is seeing your backsplash without looking at the stoves back.
Electrolux Gas Slide-In Range
Freestanding ranges have finished sides and could be placed anywhere in the kitchen. They do not require counter tops on both sides to hide the unfinished sides.They also fit in a 30" space without cabinet modification.
Freestanding Gas Range
Slide-ins are more custom looking and should be considered especially for new construction, but are harder for existing replacements. You will need some cabinet modification. (Read more about Slide-in vs. Freestanding Ranges here).
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Electrolux
Electrolux is the largest appliance manufacturer in the world now that they have acquired the GE appliance division. Although they are based in Sweden, most of their manufacturing is in the U.S and Mexico. Electrolux has prided themselves on feature driven technology and modern styling.
KitchenAid
KitchenAid started making mixers in 1919. They have been a part of the Whirlpool Corp. producing premium appliance since 1989 and are the sister company of Amana, Whirlpool, Maytag, and Jenn-Air.
KitchenAid vs. Electrolux Gas Slide-In Ranges
Electrolux EW30DS75KS - $2,809
Features
- 4.2 cu. ft.
- 5 Sealed Burners
- Perfect Convect Oven
- Perfect Turkey Button
- Meat Probe
- Second Oven (Drawer)
- Wave-Touch Controls
- ADA Compliant
KitchenAid KSGB900ESS - $2,599
Features:
- 6.5 cu. ft.
- 5 Burners
- Steam Rack
- Glass Touch Controls
- Aqualift
- EasyConvect Conversion
- Wireless Probe
- Baking Drawer
- EvenHeat True Convection
Comparison
Oven
KitchenAid is the biggest of the ovens at 6.5 cubic foot versus 5.6 (total) for Electrolux. Have a look at both:
Electrolux oven drawer
KitchenAid warming drawer
The drawer on the Electrolux can bake, whereas the KitchenAid is just a warmer.
Burners
The Electrolux has 18,000, 16,000, 9,500, 9,500 and 5,000 BTU burners. KitchenAid has 19,000, 15,000, 9,200, 8,000 and a 5,000 BTU. The difference is less than 2,000 BTU and is not substantial.
Cooking Modes
Electrolux offers several pre-programmed cycles like Perfect Turkey, Dehydrate for drying fruits and veggies and several automatic convection modes as well as proofing for breads.
KitchenAid has Convection Conversion, so you type in your recipe and hit conversion for the correct time and temperature in convection. They also have a steam cycle where you add water into a trough inside the oven for steam veggies.
Reliability
Electrolux is one of the most reliable products (number 10) at Yale with a 18% service call percentage within the first year. KitchenAid is an average at roughly 27% making our list for most serviced brands at Yale.
Which Should You Buy?
It really depends, because rebates and package incentives may sway the price in either direction.
The ranges are extremely close. The size of KitchenAid is bigger, but the functionality and reliability on the Electrolux should be considered.
Additional Resources
Looking for more information on gas ranges? Check out the Yale Gas Cooking Buying Guide with features, specs and inside tips to every brand. Well over 110,000 people have read a Yale Guide.
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