Slide-In vs Freestanding Ranges: Which Fits Your Kitchen?
Slide-in and freestanding 30-inch ranges differ in height, depth and how they fit your cabinets. Compare six real models from GE, Samsung and Frigidaire.
A slide-in range is built to sit flush with your countertops, while a freestanding range has finished sides and can stand on its own in a standard opening. Both come in gas and electric, and both can cook equally well, so the choice usually comes down to how you want the range to look and how your cabinets are set up.
This guide compares two slide-in and four freestanding 30-inch ranges using the details on each product page. For installation help, see our guide to installing a slide-in range, or browse all slide-in ranges and freestanding ranges.
- The GRS500PVSS (electric) and GGS500SVSS (gas) are 30-inch slide-in ranges, each 37 1/8" tall and 28 5/8" deep.
- The GRF400SVSS, NE63A6311SS and FCRE3052BS are 30-inch freestanding electric ranges, listed at 46 5/16" to 47 1/4" tall.
- The Samsung NX60A6311SS is a 30-inch freestanding gas range with 4 burners and a griddle.
- All six models list a storage drawer.
- Measure the height, depth and cabinet opening before you choose a style.
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Slide-In Electric Pick: GE GRS500PVSS
The GRS500PVSS is a 30-inch slide-in electric range with 5 elements and a 5.3 cu. ft. oven. It lists Crisp Mode, a fifth element warming zone and self-clean with steam clean. It is 28 5/8" deep and 37 1/8" tall, with a storage drawer.
- 5 elements with warming zone
- Crisp Mode
- Storage drawer
- No convection listed
Slide-In Gas Pick: GE GGS500SVSS
The GGS500SVSS is a 30-inch slide-in gas range with 5 burners and a 5.3 cu. ft. oven. It lists Crisp Mode, Express Preheat, steam clean, a griddle and a top burner output of 15000 BTU, with a storage drawer.
- Griddle
- Express Preheat
- Storage drawer
- No convection listed
Freestanding Electric Pick: GE GRF400SVSS
The GRF400SVSS is a 30-inch freestanding electric range with 4 radiant elements and a 5.3 cu. ft. oven. It lists steam clean and Sabbath mode, with a storage drawer. It is 27 7/8" deep and 47 1/4" tall.
- Steam clean
- Sabbath mode
- Storage drawer
- 4 elements
Samsung Freestanding Electric Pick: Samsung NE63A6311SS
Samsung NE63A6311SS 30 inch Smart Electric Range with 5 Elements, 6.3 cu. ft. Oven Capacity, in Stainless Steel
The NE63A6311SS is a 30-inch smart freestanding electric range with 5 elements and a 6.3 cu. ft. oven. It lists self clean and steam clean, a top element output of 3300 W and a storage drawer.
- 6.3 cu. ft. oven
- 5 elements
- Smart range
- No convection listed
Frigidaire Freestanding Electric Pick: Frigidaire FCRE3052BS
Frigidaire FCRE3052BS 30 inch Freestanding Electric Range with 5 Radiant Elements, 5.3 cu. ft. Oven Capacity (Stainless Steel)
The FCRE3052BS is a 30-inch freestanding electric range with 5 radiant elements and a 5.3 cu. ft. oven. It lists self clean and a storage drawer, and it is 28 1/2" deep and 46 3/4" tall.
- 5 radiant elements
- Self clean
- Storage drawer
- No convection listed
Freestanding Gas Pick: Samsung NX60A6311SS
Samsung NX60A6311SS 30 inch Smart Freestanding Gas Range with 4 Burners, 6 cu. ft. Oven Capacity, Griddle, Storage Drawer and Self Clean in Stainless Steel
The NX60A6311SS is a 30-inch smart freestanding gas range with 4 burners and a 6 cu. ft. oven. It lists a griddle, self clean, a storage drawer and a top burner output of 18000 BTU.
- Griddle
- 18000 BTU top burner
- Storage drawer
- 4 burners
Slide-In and Freestanding Ranges Compared
GE Slide-In Electric | GE Slide-In Gas | GE Freestanding | Samsung Electric | Frigidaire Electric | Samsung Gas | |
| Model | GRS500PVSS | GGS500SVSS | GRF400SVSS | NE63A6311SS | FCRE3052BS | NX60A6311SS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $843 | $893 | $593 | $675 | $643 | $825 |
| Style | Slide-in | Slide-in | Freestanding | Freestanding | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Fuel | Electric | Gas | Electric | Electric | Electric | Gas |
| Oven capacity | 5.3 cu. ft. | 5.3 cu. ft. | 5.3 cu. ft. | 6.3 cu. ft. | 5.3 cu. ft. | 6 cu. ft. |
| Depth | 28 5/8" | 28 5/8" | 27 7/8" | 28 11/16" | 28 1/2" | 28 11/16" |
| Height | 37 1/8" | 37 1/8" | 47 1/4" | 46 5/16" | 46 3/4" | 46 5/16" |
| Elements or burners | 5 elements | 5 burners | 4 elements | 5 elements | 5 elements | 4 burners |
| Griddle | Not included |  | Not included | Not included | Not included | |
| Drawer | Storage | Storage | Storage | Storage | Storage | Storage |
| View | View | View | View | View | View |
Slide-In Ranges: Built-In Look
Slide-in ranges are designed to sit level with your counters, so the cooktop and the countertop line up. The GRS500PVSS and GGS500SVSS list a height of 37 1/8" and a depth of 28 5/8". If you are replacing an older range, compare these numbers with your existing opening. See our range size guide for more.
Freestanding Ranges: Flexible Placement
Freestanding ranges have finished sides, so they can stand alone or sit between cabinets in a standard opening. The four freestanding models in this guide list heights from 46 5/16" to 47 1/4". The extra height is part of the model's total height, so check it against any microwave or hood above.
Gas or Electric?
Gas ranges like the GGS500SVSS and NX60A6311SS list burners and a griddle. Electric ranges like the GRS500PVSS, GRF400SVSS, NE63A6311SS and FCRE3052BS use radiant elements. For more on fuel, see our guide to gas vs electric ranges.
How to Choose Between Slide-In and Freestanding
- 01
Measure the openingCheck width, depth and height of the space and the countertop.
- 02
Choose the stylePick slide-in for a built-in look or freestanding for finished sides.
- 03
Pick the fuelChoose gas or electric to match your hookup.
- 04
Compare the ovenCheck the oven size and the features you will use.
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Shop freestanding rangesFrequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between slide-in and freestanding ranges?
A slide-in range is built to sit flush with your counters, while a freestanding range has finished sides and can stand alone.
Are slide-in ranges shorter?
In this guide, the slide-in models list a height of 37 1/8", while the freestanding models list 46 5/16" to 47 1/4".
Which models here have a griddle?
The GE GGS500SVSS and Samsung NX60A6311SS list a griddle.
Do these ranges have storage drawers?
Yes. All six models list a storage drawer.
Which range has the biggest oven in this guide?
The Samsung NE63A6311SS lists 6.3 cu. ft.
