The Bosch 500 Series NGM5064UC 30-Inch Gas Range is a four-burner range that is available in stainless steel and black. It’s one of the most popular cooktops, but how does it stack up against the competition?
This model has four sealed burners of various sizes that allow you to use pots of different sizes and different levels of heat from different burners. The largest burner provides 16,000 BTUs, which is higher than many other gas stoves. This is particularly useful if you cook dishes that require high temperatures, for example stir-fry or pan cooking.
Of course, it has an electronic ignition as you would expect from modern gas stoves, but the Bosch NGM5064UC has an additional safety feature whereby if one of the burners goes out, perhaps from a spill or a draft, it turns back on automatically. This avoids a situation where gas can be emitted into the air in your kitchen with all the safety concerns that this would entail, meaning that you can relax especially when heating pans over very low heat.
Another useful safety feature that is not particularly common on gas stoves is an indicator light that shows when one of the burners is on, thus preventing the burners from being accidentally left on.
The louvers are easily removed to aid with cleaning, and to make it even easier, the control knob can also be removed to avoid a situation where dirt accumulates under the knobs.
Control knobs are conveniently located on the front of the range so you can easily access them while cooking.
The Bosch NGM5064UC gas stove is configured for use with natural gas at the time of delivery. However, it can be converted for use with propane. The only downside to this particular model is that, unlike many other models, it doesn’t come with a propane conversion kit. This is available from Bosch at an additional cost. However, this is actually a minor problem for most people.
Overall this cooktop is a good buy and people who have bought it comment on how well it works and looks good in any kitchen. Bosch is a trusted name for home appliances that are known for their innovation and reliability and this product is certainly no exception. The extra safety features are a particular bonus I’d suggest, as they prevent nasty accidents and make you feel safe using your gas stove.
