I had an electric stove that came with the house, but hated it. I prefer cooking on gas. I haven't tried all the features yet, but I like what I have tried. Only have 2 comments that may help others: 1) this stove's cooktop surface is about 2 inches higher than my countertops. Minor detail, but if you are as short as I am, those 2 inches require some adjustments. 2) the burners on top are arranged with both of the larger burners in front and both of the smaller burners in the back. If you live alone and only cook for one, most of the time you use small pots and pans, so the larger burners are too large. Combine that with having to reach to the back of a taller stove, and it could be a problem for some people. But I love this stove, and part of the fun of getting a new appliance that is a significant upgrade is learning the best way to use it - what works for you. I'm having fun learning.