The Rangemaster Estel Deluxe ESDL100DFPGBL/CM1 is a 100cm dual fuel range cooker that combines the precision of electric ovens with the instant control of a gas hob. With three oven cavities and five burners, it’s clearly designed for households that cook a lot and entertain often.
Rangemaster sits firmly in the premium end of the cooker market, and the Estel Deluxe follows that script. It’s priced as an investment piece rather than an impulse buy, but you do get a generous capacity, flexible cooking options and a smart black and chrome finish that looks the part in a modern or classic kitchen.
With a strong 4.7 out of 5 rating from more than 700 owner reviews, it’s also a model that has proved itself in real homes, not just on the spec sheet.
This Rangemaster is ideal for larger households, keen home cooks and anyone who regularly juggles multiple dishes. The combination of an 80-litre multifunction main oven, an 82-litre fan oven and a separate grill means there’s ample room for Sunday roasts, batch cooking and dinner parties without feeling cramped.
It suits buyers looking for a premium, long‑term upgrade rather than a basic cooker. Dual fuel is particularly appealing if you like the instant response of gas on the hob, but prefer the even, reliable results of electric ovens for baking and roasting.
If you enjoy trying different cooking methods, the eight functions in the main oven, the dedicated fan oven on the right and the powerful gas hob with wok burner and cradle give you the flexibility to experiment. It’s a good fit for confident cooks and ambitious beginners who want room to grow.
Smaller flats or very compact kitchens may struggle to justify a 100cm range, and if you cook only occasionally, a simpler 60cm cooker will be more sensible both in cost and space terms.
The standout advantage here is capacity and flexibility. With three separate cavities – a large multifunction main oven, a full-size fan oven and a dedicated variable electric grill – you can cook at different temperatures and settings at the same time. That makes life far easier at Christmas, for big family meals or when batch cooking.
The gas hob offers five burners with a useful 1–4kW power range, including a high‑output wok burner and a supplied wok cradle. The cast iron pan supports are sturdy and stable, which helps when you’re moving heavy pans around.
Convenience features are well thought through. The Handyrack brings the roasting tray out with the door, so you can safely baste and check food without reaching into a hot oven, while telescopic runners make heavy trays feel more secure. Easy‑clean enamel linings help reduce scrubbing after a big cook.
Safety and control are also strong points, with a child lock, flame failure safety devices on the gas hob, an electronic clock and timer, and clear LED display. A two‑year manufacturer warranty is a reassuring touch on a premium appliance.
The most obvious drawback is price – this is a premium range cooker, so it won’t suit tighter budgets. You’re paying for capacity, build and brand, but there are cheaper dual fuel ranges if you don’t need quite so much oven space.
Installation is not a simple plug‑in job. It needs hard‑wiring by a qualified electrician, and you’ll also need a Gas Safe engineer to connect the hob, with both cable and gas hose not included. That adds to the overall cost if you’re starting from scratch.
While the enamel interior is easier to wipe down than bare metal, there’s no mention of catalytic or pyrolytic self‑cleaning, so you’ll still need to do manual cleaning, especially if you roast a lot. The two‑year warranty is decent, but at this price some buyers might hope for a longer cover period.
Finally, at 100cm wide this cooker demands a generous run of units. If your kitchen layout is tight or awkward, getting it in and making it look integrated could be challenging.
Day to day, the Estel Deluxe is designed to feel straightforward despite its size. The rotary knobs and touch controls are familiar and easy to grasp, and the LED display with electronic clock and timer helps you keep track of different dishes without resorting to phone timers.
The three‑cavity layout quickly becomes intuitive: the bottom left multifunction oven for roasts and baking, the right‑hand fan oven for even, straightforward cooking on multiple shelves, and the top‑left grill for finishing and quick snacks. With up to four shelves in the fan oven and two in the main oven, you can make good use of the height for batch bakes or trays of veg.
On the hob, the five burners and cast iron pan supports give plenty of room for larger pans. The dedicated wok burner, backed up by the cradle, makes stir‑frying more controlled and less wobbly. Flame failure devices offer peace of mind if a pan boils over.
Cleaning is manageable rather than effortless. Easy‑clean enamel walls wipe down more easily than uncoated steel if you stay on top of spills. The Handyrack and telescopic runners not only make access safer but also reduce the chances of dropping or tipping hot trays as you move them in and out.
Performance is built around three electric cavities. The 80‑litre main oven is multifunctional with eight different settings, including conventional top and bottom heat, top‑only, bottom‑only and fan options plus defrost. This gives you fine control for everything from crisp‑topped lasagnes to slow roasts and delicate bakes.
The 82‑litre right‑hand oven is a dedicated fan oven, ideal when you want reliable, even cooking across multiple shelves – for example, batch baking biscuits or cooking several trays at once. Both large ovens carry an A energy rating, with respectable energy consumption figures for their size.
The third cavity is a 29‑litre variable electric grill. Its smaller space heats up quickly and is great for toast, cheese on toast, grilled fish or crisping up the top of a dish without firing up a full‑sized oven. Full and half‑grill options add control when you’re grilling smaller portions.
On the hob, the 1–4kW burner range covers gentle simmering right up to fast boiling and wok cooking. The included wok cradle is a practical touch, especially for rounded‑bottom woks that can be unstable on flat supports.
Around the edges, there are plenty of refinement features: an on/off indicator light, child lock, adjustable feet to level the cooker, and LPG compatibility (with an additional kit) if you’re not on mains gas. Taken together, it’s a very complete feature set for a 100cm dual fuel range cooker.
This is clearly a premium‑priced range cooker, sitting towards the top end of what you’d expect to pay for a dual fuel model. However, you are getting a lot of cooker for the money: three electric cavities with large capacities, a proper five‑burner gas hob with wok burner, and brand‑name build quality from a UK manufacturer.
The strong 4.7/5 user rating backed by more than 700 reviews suggests owners broadly feel it justifies the outlay. The A/A energy ratings for the ovens help somewhat with running costs, especially if you make frequent use of the efficient fan oven.
If you simply need an upgrade from a basic 60cm cooker, this will feel expensive. But if you’re planning a long‑term kitchen and want a range that can comfortably handle big family cooking and entertaining, the Estel Deluxe offers solid value in the premium bracket, provided you factor in professional installation costs.
The Rangemaster Estel Deluxe ESDL100DFPGBL/CM1 is a highly capable 100cm dual fuel range cooker that delivers where it matters: generous capacity, flexible cooking options and reassuring build quality. The combination of three electric cavities and a powerful gas hob makes it a versatile centrepiece for a busy kitchen.
Convenience touches such as the Handyrack, telescopic runners, wok cradle and easy‑clean enamel show that thought has gone into everyday usability, not just headline specs. Strong owner feedback supports the impression of a well‑sorted, dependable appliance.
You do need the budget, space and willingness to arrange professional installation, and those who hate cleaning ovens may miss self‑cleaning liners. But if you’re looking for a premium range cooker to anchor a family or entertaining‑focused kitchen, this Rangemaster is a very strong contender.
