The Rangemaster Nexus Steam NEX110SODFFBL/C is a 110cm dual fuel range cooker aimed squarely at households that take their cooking seriously. With four cavities, a dedicated steam/grill oven and a 7-burner gas hob, it is designed to be the centrepiece of a busy kitchen.
Rangemaster is a well-established premium name in range cookers, and this model sits at the top end of the market, both in size and specification. The combination of large-capacity multifunction main oven, steam cavity and powerful gas hob makes it much more capable than a standard freestanding cooker.
Owners rate it highly, with an average score of 4.6 out of 5 from thousands of reviews, suggesting that, while it is a serious investment, it largely delivers on its promise of professional-style performance at home.
This Nexus Steam is ideal for larger households, food lovers and confident cooks who regularly use their oven and hob for more than the odd Sunday roast. The 79-litre main oven, additional steam/grill cavity, separate grill and warming drawer mean you can comfortably cater for family gatherings and dinner parties.
It suits buyers planning a premium kitchen refit where the cooker will be a focal point. The 110cm width and contemporary styling in black look at home in a spacious kitchen-diner or open-plan living area. If you are coming from a standard 60cm cooker, you will notice an immediate jump in flexibility and capacity.
The built-in steam function and dough proving mode will appeal to enthusiastic home bakers and those who want healthier, gentler cooking for fish and vegetables. It’s also a good match for anyone who enjoys stir-fries and high-heat searing, thanks to the powerful wok burner and supplied wok cradle and griddle.
If you have a small kitchen, a tight budget or rarely cook more than a single tray of food, this model is likely to be overkill. It also requires both a gas supply and a dedicated hard-wired electrical connection, so it is best suited to homeowners comfortable planning proper installation work.
The sheer flexibility stands out. Four separate cavities give you a large 79-litre multifunction main oven, a 35-litre steam/grill oven, a separate variable electric grill and a warming compartment. That means you can roast, steam, grill and keep plates warm all at the same time.
The inclusion of a true steam function is a big plus. It lets you cook fish, vegetables and bakes more gently and keeps food moist, and you can then switch the same cavity to grilling to crisp up skins or toppings. A removable water tank keeps the system practical rather than plumbed-in.
On top, there’s a 7-burner gas hob with cast-iron pan supports, a wide burner power range from 1kW to 4kW, a dedicated wok burner and supplied wok cradle and griddle. That combination gives you both fine control for simmering and serious heat for searing and stir-frying.
Everyday usability has been well thought through. The programmable LED timer, automatic ignition, glide-out grill, telescopic shelf runners, catalytic liners in the main oven and easy-clean enamel elsewhere all help to make cooking and cleaning less of a chore. Safety touches such as automatic safety shut-off, triple glazed doors, a control panel lock and flame failure devices add confidence in a busy family kitchen.
Energy performance is solid too, with an A rating for the main cavity and relatively low quoted energy consumption for both conventional and fan modes.
The most obvious drawback is price. This is a premium range cooker and costs significantly more than many other dual fuel models, so you need to be sure you will make use of the steam oven, extra cavities and high-end touches.
Despite the investment, only the main oven gets catalytic liners, and even then just on the sides. The other cavities use standard enamel, so you will still need to do some manual cleaning, especially if you grill a lot.
The setup requirements are demanding. It needs hard wiring by an electrician and installation by a Gas Safe engineer, with no plug or hose supplied. That adds to the overall cost and complexity compared with simpler freestanding cookers.
Finally, at 110cm wide it demands plenty of space. In a compact kitchen it may dominate the room and limit your options for other units or appliances.
Day to day, the Nexus Steam feels like a serious but approachable bit of kit. Rotary controls and a clear LED display make it straightforward to select functions and set the programmable timer, even if you are juggling several dishes at once.
The large main oven is easy to load, with two shelves and telescopic runners that let you slide trays out safely to check or baste food. The closed-door full-width grill in this cavity helps keep heat in the oven and the kitchen less smoky, while the glide-out grill elsewhere is handy for toast, cheese on toast or quick snacks.
The hob is generous and well laid out, with seven burners and sturdy cast iron pan supports providing a stable base for everything from small saucepans to large stockpots and woks. Automatic ignition and the wok cradle make it simple to get high-heat cooking underway. A dedicated warming zone and bottom-right warming compartment keep plates and side dishes ready to serve without overcooking.
Cleaning is relatively manageable for a cooker of this size. The catalytic liners in the main oven help break down grease during normal cooking, while easy-clean enamel elsewhere wipes down more easily than bare metal. The triple glazed doors stay cooler to the touch and make it easy to see what is going on inside without constantly opening the door.
Features like the control panel lock and automatic safety shut-off mean it feels safe in a home with children, but you should still expect a learning curve to get the best from the steam functions and multiple cavities.
The performance headline is the 79-litre multifunction main oven, which offers 11 cooking functions. Fan-assisted cooking, conventional top-and-bottom heat, bottom element only, defrost and fan grilling give you fine control over everything from batch baking to slow roasts. Rapid preheat means it gets up to temperature faster, cutting waiting time.
The steam/grill second cavity is the standout feature that sets this model apart from most traditional ranges. With its removable water tank and steam functionality, you can cook vegetables, fish and delicate dishes with better texture and less drying out. Being able to switch to a full-width electric grill in the same space adds versatility for finishing dishes.
Up top, the gas hob’s 1–4kW burner range, dedicated wok burner and cast iron supports deliver strong, responsive heat and stability. Having seven burners and five different burner sizes makes it easier to match pans to the right flame, and the supplied griddle gives you an instant plancha-style surface for steaks, halloumi or vegetables.
Bakers will appreciate the dough proving function and the even heat distribution from the fan-assisted main cavity. The telescopic shelf runners, interior lighting and triple glazed doors help you keep an eye on bakes without disturbing the temperature.
Rangemaster has also packed in a sensible mix of convenience and safety features: automatic ignition, programmable electronic timer, control panel lock, flame failure devices and automatic safety shut-off. The main oven’s A energy rating and reasonable stated energy consumption figures are reassuring for such a large appliance, though running costs will naturally be higher than with a compact single oven.
This Nexus Steam sits firmly in the premium bracket for dual fuel range cookers. You are paying not just for the Rangemaster badge, but for a genuinely rich feature set: four cavities including a steam/grill oven, a high-capacity multifunction main oven, a 7-burner gas hob with wok burner and griddle, and plenty of safety and convenience touches.
Against more basic 90cm or 100cm ranges, the price will feel steep. However, if you would otherwise be considering a separate steam oven or additional built-in appliances, this all-in-one solution starts to look more sensible. The inclusion of catalytic liners, dough proving, rapid preheat and glide-out grill all help justify the cost for heavy users.
The strong 4.6/5 average rating from a very large number of owners indicates that most buyers feel they have had good value, particularly in terms of performance and flexibility. If you cook daily, host frequently and will genuinely make use of the steam cavity and extra burners, it represents solid value in the premium segment. If your needs are more modest, a simpler, cheaper range will almost certainly make more financial sense.
The Rangemaster Nexus Steam NEX110SODFFBL/C is an impressive, feature-rich range cooker that brings professional-style flexibility into a domestic kitchen. Its combination of a large multifunction main oven, a dedicated steam/grill cavity, a separate grill and a warming compartment, all topped by a powerful 7-burner gas hob, makes it exceptionally versatile.
It is clearly aimed at serious home cooks with the space and budget to match. If you love to entertain, bake, experiment with steam cooking or simply want the freedom to run several different dishes at once, it will feel like a worthwhile upgrade and should serve you very well.
The price, installation requirements and physical size mean it will not suit everyone, and the fact that only the main oven has catalytic liners is a small disappointment at this level. But taken as a whole, this remains one of the more compelling premium dual fuel range cookers on the market for households that want a true cooking hub rather than just a basic cooker.
