Thor Kitchen 36" Professional Free Standing Dual Fuel Range with 6 Burner, Stainless Steel

I recently purchased the Thor HRD3606U dual fuel range to replace a 20-year-old professional range from another high-end manufacturer. It's only been a few days since installation, but so far, I couldn't be happier. Aesthetically, this range is beautiful and looks great in my kitchen. I appreciate the stainless steel finish, the real metal knobs that feel strong and sturdy, and the oven door that feels rock-solid and closes smoothly. The blue porcelain interior is strikingly different from other ranges, and the oven is well-lit with two staggered lights. The large oven window is another nice touch. In terms of performance, the stovetop burners are excellent. I can't explain the science behind it, but when boiling water on this new range, it boils differently—the entire base of the pot heats evenly, producing bubbles across the whole bottom, something I didn't experience with my previous professional range. A simple push-and-turn of the knob activates the gas and igniter, and cooking begins—it's quite elegant. This range includes three 18,000 BTU burners (which I've used for boiling water) and three lower BTU burners for various cooking needs, including two that go as low as 650 BTUs—barely lit, but perfect for melting butter or chocolate or keeping something gently warm. Oven performance is equally impressive. I hate to keep comparing it to my previous range, but the lower heating element has more twists and turns and covers a much larger portion of the oven bottom. It's also protected by a removable cover for easier cleaning. The upper heating element is similarly robust, providing a more even and powerful heat source, especially when used with the included broiler pan (a welcome surprise, since I didn't see it mentioned in the product description). While I can't speak scientifically, the hand test in a warm oven suggests very even heat distribution. The convection fan is nearly silent, and the ball-bearing sliding racks are a pleasure to use. Back to aesthetics for a moment—I'd be remiss not to mention the striking blue LED lights that illuminate when a burner is on, or when the oven light or convection fan is active. Not only do they look cool, but they also provide a clear visual indicator that the range is in use. All in all, I couldn't be more pleased—this is one heck of a range!