The Rangemaster Classic Deluxe CDL90ECWH/B is a 90cm electric range cooker with a ceramic hob, styled to look like a traditional range but powered entirely by modern electric technology. With two electric ovens plus a dedicated grill, it’s designed to handle everything from quick midweek meals to full-on dinner parties.
Rangemaster is a premium name in range cookers, and this model fits that image – it’s not a budget buy, but it does come with a generous capacity, a multifunction main oven and a flexible 5-zone ceramic hob. Helpful touches such as catalytic liners, a programmable clock and a Handyrack show it’s been thought through for busy family kitchens.
Owners rate it highly, with a strong 4.7 out of 5 from well over 300 reviews, suggesting it’s a reliable choice that lives up to expectations once installed.
This Rangemaster is ideal for households that cook a lot and want the look and feel of a traditional range without switching to gas. The 90cm width and three separate cavities make it particularly well suited to families, keen home cooks and anyone who regularly entertains.
If you’re upgrading from a standard 60cm cooker, you’ll immediately notice the extra space. The 79-litre multifunction main oven, 67-litre fan oven and separate 25-litre grill give you the freedom to roast, bake and grill at the same time – handy for Sunday lunches and Christmas spreads.
It’s a good fit for buyers with a mid to high budget who want long-term quality rather than the absolute cheapest option. The specification and build are geared more towards people who cook several times a week and will genuinely benefit from the additional capacity and features.
Because it requires hard wiring and draws 14.8kW, it’s best for homeowners (or long-term renters with landlord approval) who are happy to invest in proper installation and have the kitchen space to accommodate a 90cm appliance.
The three-cavity layout is a real strength: a large 79-litre multifunction main oven, a 67-litre fan oven and a full-width electric grill. This makes it easy to juggle different dishes at different temperatures without compromise.
The 5-zone ceramic hob offers plenty of room for multiple pans, with a range of power levels up to 2.02kW and multi-sized zones. The flat glass surface is straightforward to wipe clean, and residual heat indicators help you see when zones are still hot.
Cooking flexibility is excellent. The main oven’s eight functions, including fan, conventional, bottom heat and defrost, mean you can match the setting to what you’re cooking rather than making do with a one-size-fits-all mode. The separate fan oven is ideal for batch baking or extra roasting space.
Cleaning is made easier by catalytic liners in the main cavity and easy-clean enamel in the others, so everyday splashes and grease are less of a chore to deal with. The Handyrack and telescopic shelf runners make basting, checking and lifting heavy trays safer and more convenient.
Build quality feels reassuringly solid, with a traditional Rangemaster look in white with brass detailing, triple-glazed main door and features like the Catch-rite™ door fixture. A two-year manufacturer warranty adds peace of mind, and the strong user rating suggests reliability in real homes.
The price sits firmly in premium territory for an electric range, so if you simply want more oven space at the lowest cost, this may feel like a stretch.
Despite the cost, there’s no pyrolytic self-cleaning; you get catalytic liners only in the main cavity and standard enamel elsewhere, so some manual cleaning is still required.
There’s no dedicated slow cook function or specialist zones such as a triple-zone or warming zone on the hob, which some rival ceramic models offer at this sort of price.
The cooker must be hard wired by an electrician to a 45-amp supply, which adds to the overall outlay and means it’s not a plug-and-play upgrade. Also, the lack of a cooling fan and air-cooled doors means the front can get quite warm during heavier cooking sessions, so care is needed around children.
Day to day, the Classic Deluxe is straightforward to live with once it’s installed. The front-mounted rotary dials and electronic clock/timer are clear and easy to reach, and the LED display keeps an eye on timings without feeling overly techy.
The main oven’s Rapid Response™ feature helps it heat up faster, which is particularly useful when you’re starting dinner late and don’t want to wait around. Once up to temperature, the fan assistance in both main and second ovens helps cook evenly across the shelves, reducing the need to shuffle trays halfway through.
The dedicated top grill cavity, with a glide-out grill pan, is very practical in everyday use. You can quickly slide the pan out to turn bacon or toast without reaching deep into a hot space, and the open-door grilling design gives good visibility.
Cleaning is relatively manageable for a large range cooker. The catalytic liners in the main cavity help break down grease when you run it hot, and the smooth ceramic hob and enamel interiors wipe down easily with normal hob and oven cleaners. There’s no removable inner door glass or pyrolytic cycle, so an occasional deeper clean is still needed, but routine maintenance is not onerous.
The range feels solid when opening and closing doors, with the Catch-rite™ fixtures providing a firm, reassuring action. Telescopic shelf runners and the Handyrack on the main oven door make handling heavy roasting tins far less awkward, especially if you regularly cook big joints or whole chickens.
Performance-wise, this Rangemaster is built around its spacious 79-litre multifunction main oven. With eight functions and options such as fan, conventional heat, bottom element only and defrost, it adapts well to everything from crisp pizzas and pastries to slow roasts. The A energy rating keeps efficiency reasonable for the size.
The secondary 67-litre fan oven on the right offers simple, reliable fan cooking across four shelves, also with an A energy rating. It’s ideal for batch baking or as a backup when the main oven is already full. Having two genuine ovens rather than one oven plus a storage drawer adds flexibility that’s noticeable in busy households.
Up top, the 5-zone ceramic hob gives a good spread of power from 1.1kW to 2.02kW, with multi-sized zones to suit smaller saucepans and larger frying pans or casserole dishes. Residual heat indicators help you use leftover warmth efficiently for keeping dishes hot, while the glass surface looks sleek and is easy to wipe clean after spills.
Convenience features are well thought out. The programmable electronic clock and minute minder make it easy to time different components of a meal, while Rapid Response™ shortens preheat times. Telescopic shelf runners mean you can pull shelves out safely for basting or checking food, and the Handyrack fixes a roasting tin to the main oven door so it swings out with the door for simple, safer access.
On the maintenance front, catalytic liners on the sides of the main cavity break down grease splatters during normal high-temperature use, reducing scrubbing. The other cavities use easy-clean enamel, which is smooth and less prone to baked-on grime than bare metal, though they still need occasional effort to keep pristine. The two-year warranty and solid construction show Rangemaster’s confidence in the product’s long-term performance.
This is a premium-priced electric range cooker and will feel like a considered purchase rather than an impulse buy. You’re paying for the Rangemaster name, the traditional styling and a three-cavity layout that’s genuinely useful, not just a design flourish.
In return, you get two full ovens, a dedicated grill, a large and flexible ceramic hob, catalytic cleaning in the main cavity, Rapid Response heating and thoughtful extras like the Handyrack and telescopic shelves. For serious home cooks or larger families who will use those features regularly, the cost is easier to justify.
The strong 4.7/5 owner rating from a high number of reviews suggests most buyers feel they’ve had good value, particularly in terms of build quality and day-to-day performance. If your budget is tighter or you cook less frequently, a simpler and cheaper 90cm model may make more sense, but as a long-term investment in a busy kitchen, this Rangemaster holds up well.
The Rangemaster Classic Deluxe CDL90ECWH/B is a highly capable electric range cooker that combines traditional styling with modern performance. Its trio of cavities, generous capacities and flexible 5-zone ceramic hob make it a standout option for families and enthusiastic home cooks who often have several dishes on the go.
It’s not the cheapest 90cm range and it lacks a few ultra-premium touches like pyrolytic self-cleaning or advanced hob zones, but the overall specification is strong where it matters: even cooking, good capacity, sensible features that make everyday use easier and solid build quality backed by a two-year warranty.
If you want a dependable, stylish electric range for a busy kitchen and you’re prepared to invest in something that should serve you well for years, this Classic Deluxe is an excellent choice. If you rarely fill a standard single oven or are on a strict budget, a simpler cooker will be more sensible, but for regular cooks this model earns its place.
