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Cookers are versatile all in one freestanding kitchen appliances that incorporate ovens and hobs into one unit. When buying a cooker it's important to consider the size, fuel, and functions you want so we've created this buying guide to aid you in your search for the perfect cooker.
Cookers come in a range of fuel types to suit how you wish to cook. Electric cookers are a the most popular while gas cookers remian popular among chefs, and dual fuel cookers offer the best of both worlds pairing a gas hob with electric ovens.
Choosing an electric cooker you'll get a choice of hobs; ceramic, induction or sealed plate. The oven will be electric, sometimes including a fan. It won't heat as fast as a gas oven, however it will give you a more even cooking temperature, making it ideal for cooking multiple dishes at the same temperature.
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With a gas cooker the hob and the oven will be powered by gas. The hob will provide instant heat with precise control, which is why foodies and professional chefs tend to prefer them. The oven will provide zoned temperatures with the top of the oven being the hottest, enabling you to cook multiple dishes at different temperatures.
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These cookers give you the best of both. The instant heat and precise control of a gas hob alongside the even and reliable cooking temperatures of an electric oven.
Shop Dual Fuel Cookers Now »Cookers come in a range of fuel types to suit how you wish to cook. Electric cookers are a the most popular while gas cookers remian popular among chefs, and dual fuel cookers offer the best of both worlds pairing a gas hob with electric ovens.
Simple and uncomplicated cooking. Oven cooking and grilling can all be done in the one cavity. Generally cookers with a single oven offer larger oven space than other cookers as no space is sacrificed for a separate grill.
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These cookers give you two cavities. The larger bottom cavity is for oven cooking and the smaller top cavity is for grilling. You lose a little oven space due to the separate grill, however you'll be able to cook simultaneously in the two cavities.
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You'll get the best of both with a double oven. They have two cavities, the larger bottom cavity is for oven cooking and the smaller top cavity can be used as a grill or oven. You'll be able to cook in both cavities simultaneously and they come in great for more complicated recipes.
Shop Double Oven Cookers Now »There are 4 main types of hobs available on cookers ranging in price and functionality.
Directly heating the pan and not the hob surface, these hobs are a safer and more energy efficient choice. They heat up fast but not as fast as gas hobs. Their modern and smooth surface makes them easy to wipe clean.
Induction hobs heat up the quickest and can deliver a wide temperature range
Heat is generated in the pan itself so the hob surface remains cooler so can be wiped clean while you cook
Induction hobs only work with magentic pans such as cast iron or induction ready steel pans
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These hobs have a modern look and their smooth surface makes them really easy to wipe clean. They heat up faster than sealed plate hobs but not as fast as gas or induction hobs.
Ceramic hobs heat pans through heat transfer from the heating elements to the pan
The flat cooking zones provide even heat to the base of the pan
The surface will be hot after cooking, residual heat indicators warn you if the surface is still hot.
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With a visible flame, gas hobs give instant heat, precise control and generally deliver faster cooking results. They tend to be favoured by cooking enthusiasts.
Gas hobs offer precise temperature control as the flames can be instantly adjusted
Gas burners provide even heat distribution ideal for simmering, frying, or boiling.
Gas hobs can be used without power and most can be converted for use with bottled LPG.
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hese hobs are robust but tend to be slower at heating up. They are a more affordable option and definitely worth considering if you're on a tight budget or you're fitting out a rental property.
Sealed plate hobs are durable and known for their robust construction perfect for heavy use.
They are straightforward to use and reliable
Sealed plate hobs do not heat up as quickly as gas or induction hobs
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Conventional ovens use top and bottom heating elements to heat the interior without a fan to circulate the heat.
Heat is not circulated so cooking could be uneven unless the dish is turned while cooking
Takes longer to heat up than fan/fan-assisted ovens
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Fan assisted ovens use heating elements in the top and bottom of the oven with a fan to circulate the air.
Heat is circulated for even temperature distribution and consistent results throughout the oven
Heats up faster than a conventional oven
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Fan ovens utilise a ring heating element at the back of the oven with a fan to circulate the heat.
Heat is circulated for even temperature distribution and consistent results throughout the oven
Heats up faster than a fan assisted/conventional oven
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Hydrolytic ovens use steam to help soften grease and dirt in the oven interior. After running the hydrolytic cleaning programme the fat and food residue can then be easily wiped away.
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Catalytic ovens have specially treated linings which quickly absorbs grease and when the oven is heated to normal baking temperatures the grease is broken down in the background while you cook so you can clean the oven easily when finished cooking.
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Pyrolytic ovens use high temperatures exceeding 300°C to break down any grease inside the oven to a fine ash which can be easily wiped away with a damp cloth. This self cleaning function leaves the oven interior spotless without the need for scrubbing or any harsh chemicals.
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Warranties cover your cooker during a set period and mean you’ll be able to get it repaired, or even replaced, for free if anything were to go wrong, giving you extra peace of mind.
We offer services that make getting your new cooker up and running a breeze. Our installation options cover gas, electric, and dual fuel installations for all sizes of cookers.
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A cooker combines the hob and oven/grill into one freestanding appliance. Whereas an oven is built-in or built-under and is simply just the oven.
A range cooker is essentially a larger model of a cooker. They often have a double oven and a hob with eight cooking zones, sometimes including a large wok burner which comes in handy for stir-fry’s and curries. They are wider, so you’ll need to consider your kitchen space carefully, however they are definitely worth considering if you frequently cook for lots of people or you’re a real foodie.
You can have your old cooker taken away for recycling as we deliver your new one. You can choose to add this optional service as you add your cooker to the basket. Take a look at the details for removal and recycling
We recommend a qualified engineer for electric cookers as these need to be hardwired. Gas cookers will need to be installed by a gas safe registered engineer. Take a look at our installation service »
The oven cavities will have different linings such as enamel or catalytic liners or a pyrolytic function to aid in cleaning. The hob will need to be manually cleaned. Ceramic and induction hobs are super easy to wipe clean with a warm damp cloth, whereas gas hobs may need a little more elbow grease with a warm damp sponge.
Both will bring a modern look to your kitchen and will be easy to wipe clean thanks to their sleek and smooth surfaces. However an induction hob heats up faster and it directly heats the pan using magnetic technology, not the hob surface. Heating the pan makes it much more energy efficient as no energy is lost through heating the surface and it makes it a safer choice as the surface will only get warm from the pan. It will not get hot enough to cause burns.
Induction hobs will only work with magnetised pans. Iron, cast iron and black metal pans will work, also stainless steel pans with a magnetic grade of steel will work.
Most cookers that can be converted to work with LPG gas will include everything you need to make the switch. However there are a few which may not include the kit and you may need to purchase it separately. It’s always best to check the instruction manual before you purchase.
