What is the difference between a range and a cooktop?
A range is a cooktop and an oven in one unit. It has the cooktop on top of the appliance, and the oven is underneath. A range can be installed in between cabinets or can be freestanding. A cooktop does not include an oven, and this means it is installed on a countertop. Within 30 in. Gas Cooktops, we carry top brands including Samsung and LG STUDIO. For more information about cooktops and their features, check out our buying guide, Cooktops Buying Guide.