Best range cookers for 2020: all of your cooking needs in one

If you'd describe yourself as a bit of a whizz in the kitchen, a range cooker is one of those delightful pieces of equipment your home probably couldn't do without and even if you're culinary skills are less than professional, it'll take some pressure off when it comes to meal times.

Range cookers range quite dramatically in size, measuring is key especially if your tight for space. They are fairly flexible though with cookers available in sizes from 60cm wide, to a Masterchef-worthy two metres.

With the premium models costing anywhere upwards of £2000 you can expect this buy to be an investment - but no different to the prices of top ovens, which only has the one function.

There's three main types; gas, electric and dual-fuel, which is the best of both worlds. You can also opt for ceramic hobs or, the trendier and more modern induction hobs seen on top performing range cookers from brands like SMEG.

Still unsure which is best for you? We've compiled a list of the best range cookers for every budget in our roundup below.

Best range cookers for 2020

1. Leisure CLA60CEC Classic Range-Style Electric Cooker

If your kitchen is already scarce for space, this classic style range cooker from Leisure is one of the smaller models on the market at a discreet 60cm wide.

The electric cooker boasts a generous 75L main oven as well as a 38L top oven and ceramic hobs with warning lights.

The cream tone offers a retro addition to any kitchen space and it's also got an A+ energy rating too, for under £450 it's a complete steal.

Price: £449, Amazon - buy here now

2. Beko KDVF100K Dual Fuel Range Cooker

If you've got a lot of mouths to feed, this dual-fuel range cooker from Beko is an ideal option and not mega pricey where budget is concerned.

There's seven gas hobs, providing plenty of space and flexibility for cooking up feasts of all kinds. This cooker has two fan ovens and it's own separate grilling area for other parts of the meal.

It's 100cm making it ideal for medium to larger kitchens.

Price: £649.99, Amazon - buy here now

3. Belling Farmhouse 90Ei Electric Range Cooker With Induction Hob

If you're all for modern features, without the big price tag - this is one to keep on the radar.

The FarmHouse 90Ei from Belling is sleek in design and at only 90cm in width, is a good size for small to medium sized spaces.

There's one main fan oven with two shelves, as well as a taller fan oven with three shelves. The main oven is completely programmable and both ovens include a nifty slow-cooking function.

At the top of the unit there are four induction zones including an area specifically for warming.

Price: £1093.97, Appliances Direct - buy here now

4. Stoves Richmond 600DF Dual Fuel Range Cooker

A times and classic design, boasting ultra-modern features to complete all of your cooking tasks with ease.

With integrated bluetooth technology, you're able to connect the oven to a compatible smart device to remotely set timers and even to register your new appliance.

Luxury looks without the premium price, this range cooker has four gas burners including a 4kW wok burner for intense and quick cooking.

The dual-fuel cooker has other useful features including a soft close lid and easy to clean enamel linings.

Price: £849, John Lewis - buy here now

5. Belling Cookcentre90G Gas Range Cooker with Electric Fan Oven

The CookCentre from Belling combines style and function that's suitable for medium sized families, where space in the kitchen may be tight.

There are three main cavities, including two ovens and a grill and the main gas oven boasting a 48 litre capacity. There’s also a gas hob with five burners.

This range cooker is great for traditional cooking, especially if you're used to the quick and responsive heat you get from gas cooking.

Price: £998, AO - buy here now

6. Smeg SY93I Symphony Induction Range Cooker

The Symphony range from Smeg is one of the premium options available, just shy of £2000, it is an investment - but just looking at it, it's not hard to see why.

Combining a sleek design with modern induction features, as well as two ovens and a separate grill, all of the cooking can take place in one place and super efficiently too.

There's a 62L main oven and a 36L grill perfect for rustling up big feasts for groups of people. The induction hob boasts five cooking zones and there's even Vapour Clean setting which takes around 20 minutes.

Price: £1999, John Lewis - buy here now

7. Leisure Cookmaster CK100C210S Electric Ceramic Range Cooker

At 100cm wide, the Cookmaster from Leisure is ideal for medium sized kitchens and packs all of the features to feed large groups with ease.

There's two electric ovens boasting 63 and 65 litre capacities, as well as a separate electric grill and five electric ceramic hobs; it's electric all around which some people prefer.

User friendly programmable timers allow you to keep track of your cooking progress, even if you need to get on with something else in the mean time.

Price: £1029, Currys - buy here now

8. Rangemaster Professional Plus Dual Fuel Range Cooker

The Rangemaster Professional Plus isn't the most expensive on the market, it is the priciest of the list but not without good reason. If your kitchen is missing one thing from becoming a chef's paradise - it's probably this.

At 110cm wide we'd reserve this for the larger kitchens or at least a decent sized medium kitchen with enough free space.

The dual-fuel range cooker has two ovens, a separate grill and a large 6 burner gas hob, allowing plenty of flexibility in the culinary department and offering you space to get creative.

Thanks to clever catalytic liners inside the oven, you'll spend less time cleaning grease off of the inside as it is easily absorbed.

Price: £1829, AO - buy here now

9. Smeg SUK91MFX9 Concert Range Cooker With Gas Hob

For a multi-functional range cooker that looks the part, but isn't tugging on the purse strings too much, another from Smeg this time a member from their Concert range.

This range cooker boasts an impressive 115L capacity, teamed with five zone gas hobs, ideal for cooking up storms for the whole family. The sleek stainless steel finish will make for quite the modern show-stopper to any kitchen space.

It's got an A energy rating so it's also nice and efficient when it comes to saving you money in the long run too.

Price: £999, John Lewis - buy here now

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