The Rangemaster Professional Deluxe PDL100DFFCR/C is a 100cm dual fuel range cooker that blends a traditional cream finish with a thoroughly modern feature set. With two large electric ovens, a separate glide-out grill and a five-burner gas hob, it is built to handle serious family cooking and entertaining.
Rangemaster is a well-established premium name in range cookers, and this model sits firmly at the higher end of the market in both size and specification. Dual fuel gives you the responsiveness of gas on the hob and the consistency of electric ovens, which many keen home cooks now prefer.
Owners clearly rate it highly: with a 4.7 out of 5 score from well over 700 reviews, it has a strong track record for reliability and day-to-day usability, which helps justify the investment.
This Rangemaster is ideal for larger households and anyone who regularly cooks big meals. The combination of a 79-litre multifunction main oven, an 82-litre fan oven and a separate grill means you can roast, bake and brown at the same time without juggling shelves.
It suits cooks who value control and performance. The five-burner gas hob with cast-iron pan supports, a broad 1–4 kW burner range and a dedicated wok burner will appeal if you like fast stir-fries, searing steaks or simmering multiple pans at once.
Given the premium price and full-width 100cm footprint, it is best for those planning a long-term kitchen upgrade rather than a quick replacement. It will work particularly well in open-plan or family kitchens where the cooker is a focal point and gets used daily.
If you are in a compact flat, cook only occasionally, or are on a tight budget, this will be more cooker than you need. But if you host frequently, batch cook, or simply want a centrepiece appliance that can keep up, it fits the bill.
The twin large-capacity ovens are a real strength: 79 litres in the multifunction main oven and 82 litres in the second fan oven give you masses of space for Sunday roasts, trays of vegetables and baking in one go.
Dual fuel is another highlight. The responsive five-burner gas hob, including a powerful wok burner, pairs nicely with the consistent, even heat of electric ovens, giving you the best of both worlds.
Day-to-day practicality is well thought through. Catalytic liners in the main cavity help absorb grease during cooking, reducing the amount of scrubbing needed, while easy-clean enamel in the other cavities keeps the rest manageable. The glide-out grill makes checking on cheese on toast or bacon safer and more convenient.
Little touches also stand out, such as the Handyrack that brings the roasting tray out with the door, telescopic shelf runners and triple-glazed doors to help keep heat in. The programmable electronic timer and LED display keep timings clear and straightforward.
Price will be the main stumbling block. This is a premium range cooker, and the cost reflects that, so it will not suit tighter budgets or occasional cooks.
Despite its size, only the main oven has catalytic liners, and even there they are limited to the sides. The second oven and grill use enamel interiors, which are tougher to keep spotless if you cook fatty foods regularly.
There is no child lock on the control panel and no residual heat indicator on the hob, so households with small children will need to be particularly careful around the cooker.
You also need proper installation: it requires hard wiring by an electrician and connection by a Gas Safe engineer, plus an LPG conversion kit is not included if you are on bottled gas.
Living with the Professional Deluxe feels reassuringly solid. The cast-iron pan supports are sturdy and stable, and the rotary controls offer clear, simple control over flame size and oven settings without feeling fiddly.
The layout is practical: the main multifunction oven sits bottom left, the large fan oven is at the top right, and the dedicated grill occupies the top left. This split makes it easy to separate baking, roasting and quick grilling tasks without constantly reshuffling trays.
The glide-out grill tray is particularly user-friendly. Instead of reaching into a hot cavity, the tray slides smoothly out towards you, making it easier to check browning and turn food. The Handyrack on the main oven door offers similar convenience for roasts, bringing the joint out to you when you open the door.
Cleaning is more manageable than on many large cookers. Catalytic liners in the main oven help break down splashes as you cook, and the rest of the interiors are finished in easy-clean enamel. You will still need to wipe down, but baked-on grime is less of a chore. The triple-glazed doors help keep the outer glass cooler and reduce heat loss.
Once professionally installed and levelled (it is height adjustable), day-to-day operation is straightforward thanks to automatic ignition on the burners and a clear LED clock and minute minder.
In performance terms, this Rangemaster delivers what you would expect from a serious range cooker. The five-burner gas hob provides a good spread of power from 1 to 4 kW, so you can gently melt chocolate on a smaller burner while using the high-output wok burner for searing or fast boiling.
The main 79-litre multifunction oven offers eight cooking functions, giving you flexibility for everything from simple bakes to more involved recipes. You can choose modes to suit different dishes rather than relying on a single basic setting. An interior light makes it easy to check progress without opening the door.
The second 82-litre cavity is a straightforward electric fan oven. While it is more basic in terms of functions, the fan assistance and generous capacity make it ideal for batch baking, multiple trays of sides, or when the main oven is already full. Both ovens carry an A energy rating, keeping running costs reasonable for their size.
The third cavity is a 25-litre variable electric grill with an open-door design. It is best suited to quick jobs like toast, bacon or finishing off gratins, with the variable setting allowing finer control over browning.
Safety and build features round things off. Automatic safety shut-off, flame failure devices on the gas burners and triple-glazed doors enhance safety, while the Catch-rite door fixtures and telescopic shelf runners give a robust, smooth feel that matches the premium positioning.
This is undeniably a high-ticket appliance, but you are paying for a substantial step up in both capacity and usability over a standard cooker. The 100cm width, dual fuel setup, two large ovens and separate grill put it firmly in premium territory.
If you make full use of its space and features—regular roasts, big family gatherings, batch cooking or entertaining—the price begins to look far more reasonable. The convenience features such as catalytic liners, Handyrack, glide-out grill and telescopic shelves help justify the cost over more basic range cookers.
The very strong user rating of 4.7 out of 5 from hundreds of reviews suggests buyers generally feel they have got what they paid for, in terms of reliability and everyday performance. For occasional cooks or smaller homes, a cheaper, narrower cooker will make more financial sense, but for keen home chefs, the investment is easier to defend.
The Rangemaster Professional Deluxe PDL100DFFCR/C is an impressive dual fuel range cooker that combines generous oven space, a capable gas hob and a host of thoughtful usability features. It is clearly designed for busy, food-focused households that will genuinely use its capacity and flexibility.
There are some compromises: not all cavities benefit from catalytic liners, safety features are solid but lack a control lock or residual heat indicators, and the price is firmly on the premium side. Installation also needs proper professional attention.
If you are after a statement range cooker that can comfortably handle large family meals, entertaining and everyday cooking with equal ease, this model is a strong contender. For smaller kitchens or tight budgets it is overkill, but for serious home cooks looking for a long-term upgrade, it is a very compelling choice.
