Electric Ranges

When you want a range that lets you cook, fry, or bake, an electric range is an easy choice. With an electric range, installation is as simple as plugging into a dedicated stove outlet and sliding your range into place between your existing cabinetry. Once connected to power, you’ll be able to make sheets of fresh baked cookies, loaves of bread, or fry up a morning breakfast on the weekends.

Types of electric ranges

There are many different styles of electric range.

Freestanding electric range

A freestanding electric range is the most common type of range. It slides into a dedicated spot in your kitchen and has finished sides so it can stand alone. Freestanding ranges are available in coil-style, smooth-top, and induction. Some styles of freestyle range have controls above the cooktop, while others have controls on the front of the oven.

Slide in electric range

A slide in electric range will slide into your dedicated space and has a simple, flat top design with controls on the front of the appliance.

Induction electric range

Induction electric ranges use induction burners to cook food quickly and evenly. You’ll need to use cookware that’s compatible this style of range.

Double oven electric range

Double oven electric ranges, and they offer two ovens to bake or broil food separately but at the same time. Imagine being able to bake a sheet of cookies at the time as you’re roasting a chicken.

Electric ranges are available from major brands like Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, and more.

How an electric range works

While some home chefs feel as though a gas range offers the most precise heat control, the best electric ranges are just as versatile. They offer multiple fast working burners you can set to cook food as precisely as you’d like.

To use an electric range, you’ll just need to turn the dial to a low, medium, or high setting. Electricity will run through the coil or the element and the metal inside will heat up. The more you turn up the dial, the hotter the burners will be. Some electric ranges have quick boil settings so your water will boil in less time, while others will have 5 elements as well as a warming element right on the stove top.

How do you remove an electric range?

If you’d like to switch out your old electric range for a new electric range, all you have to do is pull it out from the wall and unplug it. Because it’s heavy, you’ll want to have someone qualified for appliance removal to take it out of your home.

If you’re looking for the best electric range for your home, Best Buy has a lot of great options to fit any space.