Ten of the Best Gas Cookers For People on a Tight Budget

If you consider yourself to be a cooking enthusiast you have probably already decided to get a gas cooker, rather than an electric cooker. But what if you are still under a tight budget? The good news is gas cookers tend to be a lot cheaper than their electric counterparts, but you don’t need to go looking all over the web for the cheapest deals because I have done the hard work for you. Here are ten of the very best freestanding gas cookers money can buy based on a budget of £500 or less…

Electra SG50S 50cm Gas Cooker

Cook your favourite recipes with this cooker from Electra. It has one gas conventional oven and a gas grill setting, which means that you can easily make yummy snacks. The gas hob is perfect for fast and responsive cooking, helping you to easily fry up a steak and make soup for lunch. Plus, with the timer alerts you’ll always know when your food is ready to eat – just set the desired time and wait for the beep. And after you enjoy a hearty meal, all you need to do is wipe down the oven to clean it – the grease-proof enamel liners make it so much easier.

Beko EDG506W 50cm Double Cavity Gas Cooker

Cooking for your family is made easy with this gas cooker’s main oven and separate grilling area. You can save time and money with four High-Efficiency gas burners. For added peace of mind, the hob features a built-in flame safety device, which automatically cuts off the gas supply if the flame goes out.

Hotpoint HUG61G Freestanding Gas Cooker

The Hotpoint HUG61G Double Gas Oven in a graphite finish comes with 60 litres of space across the two ovens, both of which are covered with stay clean liners ideal for larger families and group gatherings. From Sunday roasts to pasta bakes, there’ll be plenty of room to cook delicious dishes as well as a gas hob, top oven/grill and main oven for cooking tasty meals and treats, you can also make use of the excellent slow cook setting. No longer will you need the slow cooker cluttering up the kitchen this model does both and it does them exceptionally well. You can simply pop your grub in the oven, slow cook for a minimum of 6 hours, take it out and enjoy, making it perfect for busy households. The digital display lets you organise your cooking with the minute minder so you don’t need to keep going back to check.

Statesman GTL50W 50cm Double Oven Gas Cooker

White Statesman Free Standing Gas cooker GTL50W. This A energy rated model comes with a 63 litres capacity. This Statesman cooker has install dimensions of 50cm (width) x 90cm (height) x 60cm (depth). The GTL50W model also comes with 4 burning zones, 2 cavities, a control panel, an interior light and a manufacturer’s warranty of 2 years for peace of mind.

Haden HGS60W 60cm Gas Cooker

Since 1958, Haden has been the pioneer of home appliances, inspired by the modern British home. Whichever one you choose our gas cookers are made to last with the quality that you have trusted for generations. With this cooker, you get the convenient freestanding gas cooker that is 60cm wide and has an A+ energy rating. The clean design makes this cooker both practical to use and easy on the eye.

Indesit 60CM ID67G0MCW/UK Gas Double Freestanding cooker

Delicious cakes, crunchy biscuits, perfect pizza; baking is fun until it’s time to clean but with the new ID67G0MCW freestanding gas cooker, cleaning is made easier, meaning more joy in cooking for everyone. Featuring 10 step flame with 10 levels to choose from that allows you to perfect the cooking temperature by having total control of the gas flame. Cleaning your door has never been so easy with one simple ‘click’, the Click&Clean inner glass door is removed effortlessly so you can keep your door sparkling. Enjoy up to a huge 85L of cooking space so even the biggest family meals is no match for this Indesit Cooker.

Leisure GRB6GVK Free Standing Gas Range Cooker

At a price that only just falls under our £500 budget this cooker might be on the edge of our budget, but it is also on the top end of the design and feature scale as well. With its classic design, this gas range cooker from Leisure is a great choice if you love to cook the traditional way. It’s easier on your utility bills too, as both its cavities are rated A for energy efficiency. Heat rises inside its main conventional oven, so it’s perfect for preparing your roast on the middle shelf and Yorkshire puddings at the top. There’s also a second conventional oven with a grill function that’s handy for making your morning BLT. This model has a 4 burner hob that offers instant heat and gives you ample space for your pans as well.

Montpellier MDG600LK 60cm Double Oven Gas Cooker

If you are looking for a classic freestanding gas cooker with a double oven, the Montpellier MDG600LK is for you. Simplistic in style and with all the features you need, it will fit comfortably into a space suitable for a 60cm wide oven. The top oven comes with an integrated grill, wire shelf and grill tray. The main oven has two wire shelves and a side opening door for easier accessibility. The 4 zone hob has enamel pan supports and a glass lid protects the top when not in use.

electriQ 60cm Dual Fuel Cooker with Double Oven

With sturdy black enamel supports to protect the neat four-burner hob. Push ignition – press the control down as you turn to light, then adjust to find the perfect flame height. The top oven and grill are ideal for smaller dishes and snacks, while the main oven delivers even heat distribution for consistent results. This cooker is ideal for the cooking needs of most households, this dual fuel cooker offers the space for a family home or an avid chef. Consisting of a gas hob, a conventional top oven with grill, and a fan oven, it’s easy to cater for guests, bake in batch or prepare delicious meals for the family.

Hotpoint 60CM HDM67G9C2CW/UK Dual Fuel Freestanding cooker

Multiple cooking possibilities with the HDM67G9C2CW 60cm Dual Fuel Cooker that comes equipped with powerful Multiflow Technology, heat is evenly distributed through the entire cavity, so you’ll never need to worry about burnt edges or raw middles, just delicious results every time. Comes with Catalytic cleaning liners that use the heat of the oven to break down grease and fat, so you can spend more time cooking and less time cleaning. Achieve perfect cooking results for all your dishes with 10-level flame control, allowing you to precisely set the right flame level for any recipe. Keep your top oven door sparkling by simply removing the glass door in just 3 simple steps so you can clean the whole surface of the oven door. This cooker comes in a sleek, well-crafted modern design that will suit any household kitchen and holds up to 77 Litres worth of cooking space leaving you and the family ample room to cook a Sunday roast to perfection.

Do you have any of the freestanding gas cookers mentioned above? Do you have a cooker you would like to recommend? Do let us know in the comments below.