Wolf Dual Fuel Range: Review And Comparison

It’s the heart of the whole household, and you want it in tip-top shape. Seasoned cookware, Squeaky-clean countertops, and wholesome ingredients all work together to make your kitchen shine.

But sometimes we overlook the most important part of the most important room. Modern appliances can make or break your kitchen. They can mean the difference between hopeful food wishes and true delicious dishes, and you need to take them seriously.

So, is your range really working for you? You may be ready for a new one. When it comes to luxury ranges, there are quite a few brands competing for space in your home. How can you know which one is right for you?

That involves a lot of research and a lot of energy expended surfing the web, peering into previous buyers’ experiences left through star ratings on review websites. If you want to avoid all that, read on.

We’ll be getting down deep into one of the most high-end ranges on the market today, the Wolf dual fuel range. Here you’ll find the answers to all your questions about this particular brand.

We’ll go over style, space, function, and even compare it to some other brands so you’ll know exactly where it stands next to the competition. Ready to get started? Let’s go.

The Wolf dual fuel range is an ordinary product manufactured by a brand that transforms it into something extraordinary.

Wolf is committed to bringing you absolute control in your cooking experience, from the stacked dual-flame burners on the cooktop to the advanced convection system inside the oven.

A dual-fuel range is the obvious choice for homeowners who bring a real chef’s attitude to the kitchen, but it’s also perfect for beginners and those still learning to navigate modern cooking appliances.

That’s because these ranges combine advanced science with simple yet elegant design, bringing you an easy-to-use range with a multitude of capabilities.

There’s a reason these ranges are considered top-of-the-line. Check out the features, designs, and functions which are pushing the envelope in the world of ranges.

No matter what you’re looking for in a range, Wolf has it. Styles vary, from pure simplicity in a modest 30” range with four standard gas burners all the way to 60” inch ranges in designs fit for the finest French restaurants. These can include any number of design features, from griddles to char-broilers to delicate French tops.

Choose between one dual-convection oven to bake your roasts perfectly, or two dual-convection ovens to cook for the whole extended family (and all their friends). You can even choose to have a dual-convection oven along with a smaller single-convection oven for quick reheats of smaller dishes or sides.

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The options are myriad, and you can combine them however you like to create the perfect range for your home. This stainless-steel power-series looks just as professional as it acts, and it performs as advertised. Can any other brand really say the same?

There are two special features which really stand out, propelling these ranges up to luxury status in the world of home appliances. The first is the burner design. A few other brands also have stacked dual-flame burners, but the control of those offered by Wolf is simply sublime.

Their bragging rights aren’t dependent on ultra-high BTUs, though they do reach up to 20,000. The truly special feature (which you won’t find on other cooktops) is the simmer setting. The clearly labeled knob adjustment goes down to under 300 BTUs. This gives you the freedom to melt, simmer, and keep warm anything you like, allowing for ultra-high functionality in the kitchen.

Their ovens are also a marvelous example of modern design, with a dual-convection, two-fan system allowing for increased airflow and even cooking with every dish. It’s worth noting that although Wolf puts lots of emphasis on their convection design, other luxury brands like Miele and Jenn-Air also have this technology.

No matter which model you buy, you’re getting the highest possible functionality with both the oven and the cooktop. Continuous cast-iron grating is finished with an easy-slide coa​​ting to make it even easier to move your pots and pans around on the stovetop. They all have a self-cleaning mode.

A temperature probe is included in every model, alerting you automatically when your food is at temperature. This eliminates the need to constantly open the hot oven, saving you time and effort. There weren’t many customer complaints about the ranges, although a common problem seems to be the probe breaking. The pivoting touchscreen control panel is easy to use and allows you to program the oven, then stow the glow out of sight.

No matter what you want to cook, you’ll be able to cook it on this stove. The stacked dual-flame burners allow you to perfect savory roux and melt chocolate without burning it. The ovens are spacious enough for your Thanksgiving turkey and distribute heat evenly to cook even the smallest dish to perfection. It even has settings for dough proofing and dehydrating.

Wolf has ranges available to fit all standard spacing at 30”, 36”, 48”, and 60”. The oven capacity of all models is admirable, with even the smallest 30” model having 4.5 cub​​ic feet of cooking space.

The 36” model will give you 5.4 cubic feet, while the 48” model goes back down to 4.5 cubic feet with a secondary single-fan oven at 2.5 cubic feet of space. With the 60” model, you’ll get two ovens with a capacity of 4.5 feet.

Wolf is a company which truly stands behind their product, and the Wolf residential wa​​rranty covers your purchase for two years including parts and labor.

You can’t get a true luxury item on the cheap, especially from Wolf. You’ll have to pay a pretty penny for these ravishing ranges, and it’s up to you to decide if they’re really worth the price.

Fortunately, they aren’t that hard to get ahold of. One of the easiest options is to buy them on the internet. Online retailer ABT carries the entire line of ranges, as does AJ Madison.

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Prices for the Wolf dual fuel range vary depending on which model you need, and which cooktop design you select. The basic 30” range is the least expensive, costing $$$$ The 36” models range from $$$$ to $$$$, while the 48” model will set you back as much as $$$$. The 60” models are the most expensive, all costing over $$$4.

Want to see these ranges in action before you throw down that kind of money? It’s possible. Wolf has several showrooms and vendors across the United States, which you can find using their locator. This will direct you to the nearest vendor, in case you want to see and get a feel for the range before you buy it.

If you are within a reasonable distance, you can check out a “Wolf live kitchen”. This intelligent concept allows potential buyers to check out Wolf appliances in a real home-kitchen environment. The Wolf live kitchen even hosts events like cooking demos, so you know exactly what you’re getting with your range.

Now that you know everything there is to know about the Wolf dual fuel range, let’s compare it to other high-end ranges and see where it falls.

The Empa​​v​​a 30” is perhaps the Wolf’s biggest competition here in the United States.

This range is quite similar to its rival, the Wolf 36” 6-burner range. It too has a dual-fan convection system in its oven. And, like the Wolf, the Empava comes with an option to simmer. It’s a stainless-steel behemoth of a range, and it goes up to 19,000 BTUs. So, you know you’re getting power and durability with the product.

The Empava 30” range is even a bit less expensive than the Wolf. Does that mean the Wolf gives you more? Not necessarily. In fact, it seems the Empava has more features. It includes an option for “added moisture” while baking, which perfectly complements breads and certain meats.

The oven also seems to have more operating modes than the Wolf. including settings like “favorites”, and a variety of special modes for thawing, browning, and the like. However, there were complaints about missing and broken parts and customer service being way subpar. Empava offers a limited 1-year warranty on parts and labor, which is not exactly outstanding for the price.

The Thor Kitchen 36" range is product built to last by a company with a powerful brand image. Does the range live up to the Thor name?

The Thor Kitchen actually does deliver a bit more BTU power than the Wolf, topping out at 23,000. It also has a simmer function, though it may not be as precise as the Wolf. The Thor Kitchen has just one convection fan in its oven, so food may not bake as evenly as it does with the Wolf.

It is a bit less expensive than the Wolf 48”, but not by much. And you also don’t get as many features. You’ll get 8 powerful burners with the Thor Kitchen, but no other options. In contrast, the Wolf offers you the choice to have extra burners, a char-broiler, or a griddle. It’s really up to you to decide how many burners you need and make your choice accordingly.

Thor Kitchen’s customer reviews seem to point towards a love-hate situation. You either love your Thor Kitchen range, or you hate it. Most customers did seem to enjoy the features and easy cooking that came with their Thor Kitchen. However, many complained of needing repairs soon after purchase and improper service through the technicians who came to fix their problems. However, the two-year warranty does hold up under scrutiny.

Now that we’ve examined other high-end range options for your home, let’s go over a quick pros and cons list for the Wolf dual fuel range.

The Wolf dual fuel range is a hot home luxury appliance which would make a great addition to your kitchen, no matter which size range you need to buy.

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Star Rating: We give this product 5 stars for being a high-end item with an affordable price tag. You’ll still get all the awesome features you’ve come to expect from the Wolf brand, and the customer service continues to be top-of-the-line both before and after purchase.

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