skip to main content

Premier brand range?

12 years ago

I wonder whether anyone here has opinions about the ranges made by Premier, aka Peerless-Premier? I'm looking at electric coil stoves, even though I know its banging one's head against the wall to find one with the solidity of yore. I dislike the glass/ceran finish smooth stovetops and don't think that induction is an option for my situation, so back to the coil top I go.

I thought this modest range had a certain honest, retro charm. Anybody have any knowledge about this brand? Thanks.

Here is a link that might be useful: range in question

Featured Answer

castorp

12 years ago

Shadygrove, did you buy it? I'm in the exact same situation. I like the stove, but I want to see it before buying it. (Actually I'm considering an all-white Premier, but otherwise the same stove).

Has anyone else out there seen this stove in person?

None of the newer stoves I've tried last. The computers burn out, so those plain knobs really get my hopes up.

And I like the retro look too.

Bill

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (8)

User
12 years ago
It's garbage. You can do so much better on the finish quality by just buying a cheap coil Frigidaire (and they are pretty abysmal) if you don't want a smooth top. Why is induction not an option? It's your best choice for anyone needing something electrical powered. Or what about gas? Do you have gas already in the home for another appliance?
shadygrove
Original Author
12 years ago
Well, that's a pretty strong opinion--thanks.
Related Discussions
Gas range - 36" premier vs. reg. 30"
Q
Comments (1)
I don't know the brand so I can't help there, but just wanted to say I have a 36" cooktop and would never ever downsize. I have only a family of 5 and would love to have more than 5 burners! so I say go for it. Hopefully someone here knows the brand and can give more specific feedback. HTH
...See More
GE Cafe versus Jenn Air Premier Line Pro gas range???
Q
Comments (3)
I have the Jenn air pro style all gas slide in range. It's been installed for about 3 weeks, only, so I cannot speak to long term reliability but so far I love it. Great flexibility with the burners--one dual burner (high output -low output/simmer), one very high output burner; one simmer and one moderate size. Rangetop cooking is much improved over my old, nice but basic GE gas cooktop. Oven is great. It seems to work like a dual fuel since the convection function works with an electric element and the bake feature works with gas. The electronics are complicated but I used to have a GE double oven that also looked like it could launch the space shuttle. I had to have the GE control panel replaced for $$$. So, for this one I bought an extended 5 year warranty that covers everything. I can only say: so far so good with the Jenn air range. I really like the flexibility, it cooks fast ...the performance has been good so far.
...See More
Premier Pro Range
Q
Comments (2)
To be fair, there have been forum members in the past who were pleased with their Premier ranges. Don't know if any of them are still around to comment. Also, a friend of a friend has one and is pleased with it.
...See More
Premier vs NXR
Q
Comments (16)
Thanks everybody for input. I have a tough dilemma to replace old Caloric served reliably f/some 40 years . Actually, it has a second oven attached to the top of the unit. I had 2 ovens w/1 stove!!!! Cry out loud! I want basic. I need a range to be able to COOK/can/dry stuff in the oven at 140F, not to look at it or show off to guests. I want a stove to serve me, not other way around. One of the mechanics said to have no dreams finding anything close to that reliability now-days. I called service centers of both NXR& Premier to make sure they are available in my area and also to survey repair reports. None reported having a lot of calls for both. Maybe just not many people own them? JWVideo, especial thanks to you for details about parts!!! I think my hubby will be the mechanics! He can fix & repair unthinkable -- just give him parts! Will buy NXR from Costco only. Premier from Gerhards appliances, maybe Lowes. Less likely Best Buy. NXR looks more solid. Weights 320 lb. Premier -- 183. Talk about heat insulation? Parts, eyes, from China -- both! Leaning towards NXR as of now. I wish my stove not to be near fridge -- would go for AR30-2WB-2B.... Hey hubby, ready for complete kitchen remodeling? 36" commercial! I've got to learn to use search engine f/this forum. Placed NXR -- got out nothing.
...See More
advertguy2
12 years ago
"It's garbage".

Don't be shy. Tell us what you really think...
User
12 years ago
Look at in person and judge for yourself. :) I'm not alone in my opinion.
shadygrove
Original Author
12 years ago
The reason for my posting is that I haven't been able to find a nearby dealer, so am unable to look at the item "in person," as live wire oak comments, and I haven't been able to find much in the way of opinions about it, either. All I can tell from the specs posted in the link is that its heavier than many ranges also on the market, has a bit of an interesting layout to its coils, knobs in the front, no electronic anything except a clock and is plain as plain can be. These attributes don't seem to me to be negatives.

It is very inexpensive, but coil ranges are, and I don't know whether that's a measure of its quality or not.

Thanks.
chesters_house_gw
12 years ago
When I was thinking I'd replace a cheap gas stove with another cheap gas stove in a summer house, I also thought about Premier. But I couldn't see one so went in a different direction (also saw complaints about light weight, etc.)

Would contacting the company and asking if you can see one anywhere near you help? I got as far as going to Lowe's and asking about seeing one. They salesman said the stoves were special order, and they were not on the floor and wouldn't be. The only way I'd see one would be to buy one.
Circus Peanut
12 years ago
I understand not getting induction - we considered it but have someone with a pacemaker in the house and didn't want even the small risk. My mother insists on coil herself. It's all about cooking habits and comfort levels and no one model is the correct one for everyone.

I am no expert vis-a-vis quality, but there are some very good design points about the stove you've selected:

-- The control panel is in front: yay! no burning yourself when you need to adjust temperature

-- The arrangement of the burners does look a tad retro and easy to use (I love the empty space between the burners on my actual vintage stove).

-- It has no electronics to break, which is HUGE in terms of durability.

-- It's manufactured in the USA, which is important to some folks.

Can you hunt around to find others with these attributes, for comparison, or is this pretty much it?

Related Stories

TRADITIONAL HOMES An Old Florida Bungalow Gets Brand-New Polish

By Bud Dietrich, AIA

Childhood memories and neighborhood nostalgia live on, as a bungalow on the Gulf Coast gets a gentle update for a new generation

BUDGET DECORATING Budget Decorator: 8 Ways to Make Old Furniture Look Brand New

By Laura Gaskill

Learn stripping, staining, painting and reupholstering basics to make bargain-basement furniture worthy of center stage at home

KITCHEN DESIGN How to Find the Right Range for Your Kitchen

By KitchenLab Interiors

Range style is mostly a matter of personal taste. This full course of possibilities can help you find the right appliance to match yours

KITCHEN DESIGN Home Above the Range: Smart Uses for Cooktop Space

With pot fillers, shelves, racks and more, you can get the most function out of the space above your kitchen range

HOUSEKEEPING How to Clean Your Range and Oven

By Bonnie McCarthy

Experts serve up advice on caring for these kitchen appliances, which work extra hard during the holidays

KITCHEN APPLIANCES What to Consider When Adding a Range Hood

By Toronto Interior Design Group

Get to know the types, styles and why you may want to skip a hood altogether

DECORATING GUIDES Do You Have a Signature Color? Here's How to Find and Use It

By Laura Gaskill

You don't need a TV show or legendary brand to play style maven at home — you just need a color of your own

COLOR Color of the Year: Off-White Is On Trend for 2016

By Jennifer Ott Design

See why four paint brands have chosen a shade of white as their hot hue for the new year

BEFORE AND AFTERS A Boston Kitchen and Bath Go From Dreary to Darling

By Vanessa Brunner

See how a $25,000 renovation budget gave 2 outdated spaces in a small Massachusetts apartment a brand-new look

HOME TECH Smart Phones Hold the Keys to Front Doors

Knock, knock. Who's there? A brand-new generation of hardware and app combos that let you play doorman from anywhere

Sponsored

More Discussions

contractor chooses kitchen

33

base cabinet and sink size

4

Adding prep sink; single or double for cleanup?

1

Pendant Suggestions for updated kitchen

1

wood wrap for under the island

2