If you're looking for a gas cooktop, Appliances Online is the best place to shop. We’ve got the largest online range, and our appliance experts are available 16 hours a day to provide helpful, unbiased advice. Browse our selection to find the gas cooktop that best suits your needs.
Appliances Online has all the most popular brands including Asko, Baumatic, Blanco, Bosch, Chef, De'Longhi, Electrolux, Euromaid, Fisher & Paykel, Glem, Omega, Smeg, St George, Westinghouse, and Whirlpool. We also stock portable gas burners which are perfect for camping or picnics.
Professional chefs love gas cooking because it is fast and effective. Whether you're slowly simmering a casserole or whipping up a quick and delicious stir fry, gas cooking makes it possible to cook all manner of dishes. It's also a good option for those who are concerned about the rising cost of electricity.
Before purchasing, you will need to find out whether a gas connection in your kitchen (certain models of gas cooktops can be converted to LPG gas, however this must be undertaken by a licensed plumber). You will also need to measure the space available – the average width is around 600mm.
Generally speaking, a 4 burner cooktop is suitable for most households, however if you have a lot of family members or if you frequently cook for large groups of people, you might like to consider a larger cooktop with 5 or more burners.
If you love cooking Asian-inspired food, a wok burner is a very useful feature to look for. Wok burners are specially designed to cradle a traditional wok, and they provide intense heating for quick cooking and authentic results.
Another useful feature that has become popular in recent times is the fish burner. Available on selected models, this is an oblong-shaped burner which is perfect for rectangular cookware such as roasting pans or large cast iron skillets. Fish burners are ideal for making gravy from scratch – simply remove your roast meat from the pan once it has finished cooking, then place the pan on the fish burner and add flour and stock while stirring gently.
Safety is paramount in the kitchen, which is why today's modern gas cooktops come with a range of safety features to prevent accidents. For instance, models with a flame failure safety device will shut off the gas supply to the burner if the flame is accidentally extinguished. And electronic ignition is not only easier to operate, it is also safer. Some models also feature a recessed baseplate to catch spills if your pot happens to boil over.
Choose from a range of styles and finishes to match your kitchen dÉcor, including stainless steel, white, and black glass. Cast iron trivets not only give your kitchen a professional look, they also provide robust support for your pots and pans. Most models are also quite easy to dismantle and wipe clean, and most parts can be washed in the dishwasher.
If you're renovating your kitchen, Appliances Online has everything you need. Find the gas cooktop to match your budget, your cooking requirements and your taste at Appliances Online Australia.
