The “best” type of gas oven depends entirely on your cooking style, kitchen space, and household size. You may find that the capacity of a single-cavity, single gas oven is better for cooking large family meals. Conversely, the multiple cavities of a double gas oven might simplify your cooking process, allowing you to cook at different temperatures simultaneously.
Fundamentally, if flexibility and the ability to cook complex, multi-course meals are your priority, choose a double gas oven. If space, cost, and simplicity are your goals, a single gas oven will help you achieve them. Fortunately, you will discover the features and benefits of both double and single gas ovens in this article, to help you choose the most suitable type of oven for your kitchen.
What is a Double Gas Oven?
A double gas oven contains two separate cooking cavities, giving you the power and flexibility of two separate ovens in one unit. Each cavity is controlled independently, allowing you to cook ingredients at two different temperatures simultaneously or on other settings (e.g., baking / grilling). They utilise gas burners to generate heat, preheating much faster than alternative electric models, and providing a moist environment perfect for roasting.
What are the Types of Double Gas Ovens?
Double gas ovens are available in integrated, built-in and built-under varieties to fit within kitchen cabinetry. Built-in double gas ovens typically measure around 90cm high, and can only be installed in larger, taller units. However, built-under double gas ovens measure 70cm-72cm high, and can be installed in a tall unit, or under the counter.
What are the Benefits of Double Gas Ovens?
The ability to set multiple ovens at varying temperatures makes entertaining and cooking for large families simple. Double gas ovens ensure that every dish is served at the same time, having been cooked simultaneously. Furthermore, double gas ovens usually include a high-power gas grill element, offering flexibility in cooking styles.
What is a Single Gas Oven?
A single gas oven features a dedicated cooking cavity that handles all baking, roasting, and grilling activities in one space. This creates a large space perfect for cooking huge items, while still fitting under worktop cutouts. The only limitation of a single-gas oven compared to a double oven is that it can only be set to one temperature, so items that cook at different temperatures must be cooked sequentially. However, it still provides the instant, moist, powerful heat of a double-cavity model.
What are the Types of Single Gas Ovens?
Like double gas ovens, single gas ovens are available in integrated varieties to fit at eye level in your kitchen cabinets and under the worktop. Both types are comparatively smaller than double ovens, so they slot into your kitchen perfectly, while occupying much less space. This helps preserve the unobstructed, modern appeal of new kitchens and keep the room spacious.
What are the Benefits of Single Gas Ovens?
Single-gas ovens are ideal for those who enjoy preparing large meals, offering a capacity of 55 litres to 69 litres. Despite its single cavity, its capacity is often larger than that of a double oven, while being smaller than many conventional ovens. This single cavity also means the energy is concentrated in one area, minimising your oven’s overall energy consumption.
Side-by-Side Comparison – Double vs. Single Gas Ovens
| Feature | Single-Gas Oven | Double-Gas Oven |
| Flexibility in Cooking | Only allows one temperature and mode at a time, with no flexibility for cooking ingredients on different settings. | Can cook two different dishes at varying temperatures and modes simultaneously for multi-course meals. |
| Capacity | A large, single cavity for big roast meats and multiple layers of racking in one deep, tall open space. | A greater total capacity with multiple cavities, but they are slightly shorter than that of a single oven. |
| Spacial Restrictions | Single gas ovens save space, fitting under counters and integrating easily into fitted cabinetry. | Requires more vertical space than a single gas oven, as the two cavities are stacked on top of each other. |
| Energy Usage | Single-gas ovens heat only one cavity at a time, saving significant energy when cooking single-item, small meals. | The smaller top oven is more energy efficient for small meals and quick recipes than heating a large oven. |
| Upfront Cost | More budget-friendly due to the less complex components in its design than a double gas oven model. | Higher upfront cost due to the increased number of complex components over a single gas oven model. |
| Ergonomic Flexibility | Usually installed higher for easy access, doesn’t require as much vertical space due to the one cavity. | Requires more vertical space due to the two stacked cavities, requiring more bending from low-to-floor placement. |
So, if you need to cook at different temperatures, cook a lot of smaller meals, wish to save time, and have a large family, a double gas oven is more suitable. Conversely, if you have limited space, prioritise ergonomics and simple, one-dish meals; a single gas oven may be better for your needs.
Double and Single Gas Ovens Supplied by Modern Living Direct
Modern Living Direct supplies single gas ovens from leading manufacturers, including Avelis Appliances. We are a family business with almost 40 years of experience in trading, so we know which products are best, and offer them at extremely competitive prices.
Our Bradford showroom features a wide range of gas ovens, so if you have seen something you like on our website and would like to view it in person before making a purchase, we are open for walk-ins 6 days a week. We have a team of experts who have firsthand knowledge of our gas appliances. If you have any questions about our products, our sales team would be more than happy to answer them. Alternatively, give us a call if you can’t reach us!