What's this? Overall score reflects cooktop performance at high and low heat, as well as safety issues such as surface temperature. The displayed score is out of a total of 100 points.
The Frigidaire FGC36S5AW is a gas cooktop available from
Frigidaire.
The FGC36S5AW typically costs
$470 .
Consumer Reports recommends that you match the features on a model to the needs you have. Here's
our take on some of the specifications and features that are commonly available on gas cooktop
models like the FGC36S5AW.
High-power burners:
The number of surface cooking burners rated at over 11,000 Btu/hr., maximum. High-power burners are good for quickly heating large quantities, searing, and other high-temperature cooking. Some also perform well on low-heat tasks (when turned to their low setting).
Medium-power burners:
The number of surface cooking burners with maximum output ratings over 6,500 Btu/hr but not more than 11,000 Btu/hr. Though they don't offer top speed and power, medium-power burners can generally handle all cooking tasks.
Low-power burners:
The number of surface cooking burners with maximum output ratings of 6,500 Btu/hr or less (sometimes called simmer burners). These are intended for delicate tasks such as sauces.
About This Brand
This midlevel, mass-market brand sells appliances priced between $500 and $1,500. The Frigidaire line includes gas and electric cooktops and wall ovens with energy-saving features. The appliances are sold through, Sears, home centers, and independent appliance retailers.
High-power burners The number of surface cooking burners rated at over 11,000 Btu/hr., maximum. High-power burners are good for quickly heating large quantities, searing, and other high-temperature cooking. Some also perform well on low-heat tasks (when turned to their low setting).
High-power burners
4
Medium-power burners The number of surface cooking burners with maximum output ratings over 6,500 Btu/hr but not more than 11,000 Btu/hr. Though they don't offer top speed and power, medium-power burners can generally handle all cooking tasks.
Medium-power burners
0
Low-power burners The number of surface cooking burners with maximum output ratings of 6,500 Btu/hr or less (sometimes called simmer burners). These are intended for delicate tasks such as sauces.
Low-power burners
0
Stainless steel Indicates a stainless-steel surface. Cooktops and wall ovens that offer it are noted so you can match both appliances.
Stainless steel
Yes
Glass ceramic Indicates a glass ceramic top, also called gas-on-glass.
Glass ceramic
No
Porcelain enamel Indicates a porcelain enamel surface.
Porcelain enamel
No
Continuous grates Grates abut one another, making it easier to slide pots around or to support large pans over two burners.