Cooktops & Rangetops

Expanding your culinary workspace doesn’t have to mean sacrificing floor space. At Bray & Scarff, you’ll find a wide selection of cooktops and rangetops from trusted brands such as Bosch, GE Profile, Whirlpool, Thermador, and more. Each model is designed to integrate seamlessly into your countertop, giving you professional-level performance exactly where you need it.

Cooktops vs. Rangetops: What’s the Difference?

Cooktops rise only a few inches above the counter, typically between two and six, so there’s room underneath for a built-in oven or extra cabinetry. Controls sit on the surface or along the front edge, keeping the profile low and the footprint flexible. Rangetops, on the other hand, drop into a cut-out much like a slide-in range. Their greater height and depth, usually seven and a half to ten and a half inches, push the controls to the front, creating that chef-style look while requiring a separate wall oven elsewhere in the kitchen. If you want storage or an oven below, choose a cooktop; if you prefer a pro-style layout with front-facing knobs, opt for a rangetop.

Heat Sources: Gas, Electric, and Induction

Gas cooktops and rangetops deliver instant flame control and work with any cookware, making them a favorite for precise simmering and high-heat searing even during a power outage. Electric cooktops with smooth ceramic-glass surfaces heat evenly, wipe clean easily, and accommodate any flat-bottom pan, though they take a bit longer to cool and can scratch if pots slide across the surface. Induction units combine the rapid response of gas with the sleek look of electric glass; electromagnetic currents heat the pan directly, so the surface stays cooler and energy efficiency rises, provided you use magnetic cookware.

Ready to upgrade? Visit your nearest Bray & Scarff appliance store in Maryland and Virginia or start a live chat with one of our appliance specialists today. We’ll walk you through sizing, fuel type, and installation details to help you choose the cooktop or rangetop and the ventilation range hoods that make your kitchen perform as beautifully as it looks.