Quick Take
When you're outfitting a commercial kitchen, the first fork in the road is often whether to invest in a convection oven for baking or a range for stovetop cooking. This comparison covers four distinct paths: a used double-deck gas convection oven from Blodgett, a compact countertop electric convection oven from Avantco, a 60-inch liquid-propane range with griddle and ovens from Cooking Performance Group, and a 36-inch six-burner gas range from WESTLAKE. The listed prices range from $547.05 to $13,950, so the right pick depends as much on your menu and space as on your budget.
Listed Price Comparison
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Blodgett 981/981 Commercial Kitchen Restaurant Double Deck Gas Convection Oven | $13,950 | |
| Half Size Commercial Restaurant Kitchen Countertop Electric Heat Convection Oven | $547.05 | |
| Commercial Kitchen 60" LIQUID PROPANE 6 Burner Range 24" Griddle 2 Standard Oven | $3,226.94 | |
| WESTLAKE 36" Commercial Gas Range 6 Burner Stove with Oven for Restaurant | $2,054.00 |
Decision Matrix
| Product | Power/Fuel | Output/Capacity | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blodgett 981/981 | Natural gas | 100,000 BTU total; two decks, four 7" compartments | High-volume baking |
| Avantco half-size countertop oven | Electric (NEMA 5-15P) | 1.5 cu ft; 150-500°F | Small batches, countertop |
| Cooking Performance Group 60" range | Liquid propane | 276,000 BTU; six 30,000 BTU burners; 24" griddle; two ovens | Full menu with griddle |
| WESTLAKE 36" range | Gas | 210,000 BTU; six burners; standard oven | Six-burner range in 36 inches |
Product Notes
Blodgett 981/981 Double Deck Gas Convection Oven
At $13,950, this used Blodgett is the highest listed price here, and its double-deck format targets high-volume baking. It runs on natural gas, puts out 50,000 BTU per oven, and stacks two decks so you can bake multiple batches at once. Each deck offers two 7-inch baking compartments, and the oven's thermostats range from 200 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit. It has a stainless steel front, top, sides, and back, plus counterbalanced doors for easy access. That said, it's the only used unit in this set, and the price alone may put it out of reach for a new food business. Choose it if you already have natural gas and need high-capacity baking with a double-deck design.
Avantco Half Size Countertop Electric Convection Oven
The Avantco half-size unit is the lowest listed price in this group at $547.05, and it's the only countertop model here. It plugs into a NEMA 5-15P outlet and draws 13.3 amps, making it a realistic fit for a coffee shop, kiosk, snack bar, or restaurant with limited floor space. The adjustable thermostat goes from 150 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, and the 1.5-cubic-foot capacity suits small batches of baked goods, pizzas, and warm sandwiches. Since it's a half-size oven, you won't be baking sheet pans of bread at scale. Choose it when your cooking load is light and you need an electric convection oven that sits on the counter instead of taking up floor space.
Cooking Performance Group 60" Liquid Propane Range
Priced at $3,226.94, this Cooking Performance Group range is the largest range in this lineup. The 60-inch-wide unit runs on liquid propane and delivers 276,000 BTU across six open burners rated at 30,000 BTU each. It also comes with a 24-inch griddle/broiler and two standard ovens, so you can boil, sauté, simmer, and griddle from one station. Its stainless front and aluminum sides are notable features, and the porcelainized oven bottom is a practical detail for cleanup. The obvious catch is that it's liquid-propane only, so you'll need an LP connection and enough space for a 60-inch footprint. If your menu relies on a griddle line and your kitchen already runs on propane, this range gives you a lot of cooking surface for the listed price.
WESTLAKE 36" Commercial Gas Range
The WESTLAKE 36-inch range is listed at $2,054.00 and offers a more compact alternative for a six-burner gas range. Its 210,000 BTU total output is lower than the 60-inch Cooking Performance range, but all six burners and a standard oven come in a 36-inch footprint, which fits tighter kitchens. The stove-top burners are a clear feature, and the model RGR36 helps identify the unit. The trade-off: it doesn't include a griddle, so you'll need separate equipment for flat-top cooking. Choose this one if you want six gas burners and an oven without devoting 60 inches of floor space to your cooking line, and if a griddle isn't part of your daily routine.
Final Recommendation by Use Case
- For compact countertop baking: Avantco Half Size Convection Oven - lowest listed price, electric, fits on a counter.
- For high-volume baking: Blodgett 981/981 Double Deck Gas Convection Oven - if you can accommodate a used unit and a larger budget.
- For a full menu with griddle: Cooking Performance Group 60" Liquid Propane Range - six burners, 24" griddle, and two ovens, but needs LP.
- For a six-burner range in 36 inches: WESTLAKE 36" Gas Range - lower listed price, no griddle.
