I bought this because I live off the grid and was seeking a range with battery ignition. The battery ignition does work but is finicky. Sometimes it takes a few tries to get the oven started. Additionally, it’s hard to tell if the ignition has been triggered without actually opening the oven and looking for the flame, as it’s not particularly audible if there are any other sounds in the room (e.g., people talking, frying sounds, etc.). It does cook adequately and I am overall pleased to have found a range with the battery ignition feature.