Gas Vs. Electric Stove: Which One Should You Buy?

In This Post:
Gas vs. Electric Stove: How They Work
Pros and Cons of Gas Stoves
Pros and Cons of Electric Stoves
Electric vs. Gas Stove: Price Comparison

Choosing the right cooking equipment is a crucial decision to make as it directly impacts the functionality of your kitchen space. For decades, we have been using gas cooktops and ovens for cooking and baking purposes in our households as in the past, there were not many options available. However, in recent years, with the introduction of electromagnetic induction technology in the cooking range, electric ovens and stoves have also become increasingly common and are easily available these days.

So, if you are also planning to buy a cooktop for your kitchen but can’t decide whether to go for an electric or a gas stove, then this post will help you decide. Here we are going to talk about the major pros and cons of gas vs. electric stoves and will also compare the prices of the two cooking equipment.

Let’s get the ball rolling!

Gas vs. Electric Stove: How They Work

To compare gas with electric stoves, we’ll first take a quick look at how these kitchen equipment work one by one

How Gas Stove Works

It’s a stove or a cooktop that is fuelled by some specific types of combustible gases. In Pakistan, mainly natural gas and liquid petroleum gas (LPG) is used for the purpose. Natural gas is supplied to households through a network of pipelines, whereas, in areas where there is no gas supply, LPG is stored and used with the help of gas cylinders. Here are some useful safety tips to use LPG gas cylinders at home.

How Electric Stove Works

Unlike gas stoves, electric stoves don’t produce flames, instead, they work with an integrated heating mechanism based on electrical induction in which the electricity passes through a wire inside the surface of cooktops, which heat things up. Induction stoves that are among the most refined forms of electric cooktops usually come equipped with glass-ceramic surfaces.

After learning about how things work differently in electric and gas stoves, we’ll learn more about the pros and cons of using both of the equipment further in this piece.

Pros and Cons of Gas Stoves

Let’s find out what are some of the biggest pros and cons of using gas stoves in homes.

Pros of Using Gas Stove at Home

Gas stovetops allow instant control of heat and temperatures. You can quickly turn up or down the flame. It may not require any additional time to warm up or cool down like in the case of electric stoves
Gas stoves are cookware friendly. They work well with many different types of cooking utensils like pots and pans.
Durability is also one of the biggest pros of using gas stoves. They are equipped with metal grates, which are quite durable and sturdy. This is why they don’t break or get scratched easily.
The main difference between gas and electric stoves is the price factor. Gas stoves in Pakistan are usually cheaper than their electric counterparts.

These were some of the key benefits of having gas stoves at home. Now, we’ll find out about the drawbacks of this cooking equipment.

Cons of Using Electric Stoves at Home

Turning a gas stove on can be a little risky as compared to an electric stove as there’s always a chance of a gas leak. On a side note, you may also like reading our detailed blog post on how to detect and prevent gas leaks to keep things safe at home.
If your home is too airy, the fast blowing wind may easily put out the flame of your gas burner.
Gas may result in greasy surfaces, which can lead to grease fire incidents in worst-case scenarios. Learn more about some of the most useful tips to prevent a grease fire through this blog.

Pros and Cons of Electric Stoves

We’ll now list some pros and cons of using electric stoves at home.

Pros of Using Electric Stoves at Home

The mechanism of electrical induction heats more efficiently than gas does. This is one of the most important things to consider when choosing between gas and electric stoves.
When it comes to consistency in cooking temperatures, electric cooking ranges perform better than their gas counterparts. This is also a major difference between gas and electric stoves.
Electric stoves look more stylish than gas cooktops. This is why they can be easily made a part of different types of modern kitchen designs in Pakistan to enhance the look of your home.
When you’re using an electric stove, there will be no flame. This means your kitchen space will stay cooler.

So, what are the downsides of using electric stoves in your kitchen? Let’s find out!

Cons of Using Electric Stoves in Your Kitchen

Now, we’ll talk about some of the major cons of using electric stoves at home.
The very first thing you notice when it comes to choosing an electric cooking range for your kitchen is the price factor. Electric stoves not only cost more than gas stoves but may also result in higher electricity bills.
Despite high consistency in temperatures, electric stoves cook food slower than gas stoves due to the absence of the actual flame. It is a huge and noteworthy difference between gas and electric stove cooking.
The glass-ceramic surface of the electric cooktops in your kitchen can easily be scratched or stained. It can easily spoil the look of your entire kitchen space.

Electric vs Gas Stove: Price Comparison

After learning about the pros and cons of using gas vs. electric stoves in your kitchen space, we’ll now compare the prices of both of these popular types of cooktops available in Pakistan. It’s also among the essential things to consider when choosing between electric and gas stoves.

Gas Stove Price in Pakistan

The asking price of gas stoves in Pakistan starts from as low as around PKR 2,500-4,000

Electric Stove Price in Pakistan

As discussed, electric induction cooktops may be a bit more expensive than gas stoves, which is why the asking price of electric stoves in Pakistan starts at around PKR 4,000-7,000

These were the major pros and cons of using gas vs. electric stoves and their latest prices. We hope the information we have provided you in this blog will help you in choosing the right cooking equipment for your kitchen. For your queries and suggestions, feel free to reach out to us at blog@zameen.com.

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