What is the difference between gas or electric combi ovens?
The major difference between the two combi ovens is the energy source. Electric combi ovens use electricity as the heat source while gas combi ovens use gas to heat the oven. Most combi ovens are electric and have traditionally been the more popular model amongst chefs that have the option for either energy source, but gas is now leading the way for future combi ovens. Hobart is releasing a new gas model at the NRA show in May that features an open burner flame located directly inside the oven chamber for direct energy transfer with instant temperature results. This model is upwards of 50% more efficient than the top 3 combi ovens on the market. The disadvantages of the gas combi ovens are that they are more expensive, upwards of $2,000-$7,000 more than electric models and potentially require more maintenance due to its additional components. You should choose which type of energy source based on your personal preference, operational costs associated with gas & electric and what you ha
