If you enjoy cooking and entertaining, upgrading to the Whirlpool GR773LXS freestanding electric range is well worth the added investment. With a convection oven, versatile elements and a handy warming drawer, this model will provide plenty of enjoyment for the creative chef in your home.

The highlight of this model is no doubt the convection oven. This type of oven allows for three racks of baking and can greatly increase the output of the home baker. Each batch of cookies you make can now produce 1/3 more product because of the third rack. And when preparing foods that take a long time to cook, a substantial time savings of up to 30 percent can be realized, as well. Just remember, the longer cooking time the food normally requires, the greater the time savings you can expect when you add convection. Quick-cooking foods such as muffins and cookies will realize only negligible results.

In addition to the convection oven, this model serves up a variety of useful features for stovetop cooking. Of the four smoothtop ceramic glass elements, two are dual radiant. This means that these two elements can be adjusted to a heating surface of either 6 inches round or 9 inches round. The benefit of this adjustment is the ability to match the pan size to the heat. The better the match, the more even the heat. The more even the heat, the better the cooking results.

An excellent choice for the entertainer, this model offers not one but two warming areas. With a 7-inch surface warming element and a lower warming drawer, our party hosts found this model irresistible. They kept sautés and sauces warm on the stovetop while fresh breads and casseroles awaited serving time in the lower drawer. As an affordable way to add heating capacity to your kitchen, this model can't be beat.

And when all that entertaining is done, you can rely on this model to determine how long to clean the oven. Equipped with a unique sensor, the self-cleaning setting on this oven keeps the cycle going until it determines the oven is really clean.

One of many high-quality Whirlpool ranges, this model is not intended for those who live on take-out. The extra features of the GR773LXS make it a real winner, but also add to the cost -- so this model is well suited for those homeowners who will be spending lots of time with it.


Pros: Recommended for those who love to cook and entertain
Cons: Lots of little convenience features add to the cost of this model, not available in bisque

Warranty
1 year, limited