How to Compare DCS and Viking Stoves

The built-in grill in the DCS range cooks pancakes easily.

DCS and Viking ranges are two brands of stoves and ovens used in residential settings. Both brands appeal to the serious cook. The ranges have features similar to those found in commercial kitchens but are sized for the home kitchen.

Function

Both DCS and Viking ranges use gas and electricity to cook and bake food. Some range styles combine these two fuels. While electricity is universal in homes in the U.S., natural gas is not available everywhere. Buyers need to know the types of fuel they can access when contemplating either brand and type of range. Both companies offer separate cooktops and single or double wall ovens.

Features

One of the differences between the upgraded ranges these companies offer from mainstream stoves and ranges is the heat the burners can create. Serious cooks use high heat for fast searing to develop flavor. Some of the DCS ranges have built-in griddles and both brands offer stoves with more than four burners, making it possible to cook many dishes at the same time.

Size

Both DCS and Viking offer their ranges in 30 inch and 36 inch sizes. The oven chambers vary in size. Some models have dual ovens, which cut down on the size of the main oven, a consideration for people who want to bake large amounts of food using just one oven. However, the smaller ovens offer energy efficiency by heating smaller spaces to bake food.

References

• DCS Ranges
• Viking: Freestanding Ranges