Commercial Ovens & Ranges in Toronto & Canada
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions we hear from operators.
What's the difference between a combi oven and a convection oven?
A convection oven uses a fan to circulate dry heat, giving even browning and faster bake times than a still oven — our countertop convection ovens from TurboFan and Alpha are built for exactly that job. A combi oven adds steam injection alongside convection heat, so it can bake, roast, steam, and hold moisture in one unit — useful for anything from proofed bread to reheating food without drying it out. Our Atosa combi ovens cover digital-control electric models from a 5-pan countertop unit up to a 10-pan floor model, plus the racks, stands, and accessories to go with them. Read our blog on choosing between a combi oven and a convection oven for your kitchen.
What's the difference between a gas and electric commercial range?
A gas commercial range heats up and cools down faster, giving cooks more immediate control over flame level, and it's typically the lower-cost option up front — most of our Alpha, Atosa, and Vulcan ranges are natural gas or propane. An electric range holds a steadier, more even temperature and doesn't need an existing gas line, which matters in a building without gas already run to the kitchen. Read our blog on choosing between gas, electric, and induction for your range. We carry both fuel types across our range lineup, from a compact 24-inch model up to a 60-inch range with a built-in griddle.
What wattage commercial microwave do I need?
Commercial microwave wattage is sized to how often it runs, not just plate size. A 1000W low-volume microwave suits a break room or light front-counter reheating, a 1200-1800W medium-volume unit covers most cafes and quick-service counters, and a 2100W-plus heavy-volume microwave is built for a busy convenience store or high-turnover kitchen running it non-stop. We carry all three tiers from Amana and Midea, including filtered models that vent steam and odor for a tighter kitchen space.