Empura EGR-36C
#1 in 36 inFull review
The least expensive convection range here, for kitchens that bake sheet pans of cookies, rolls or vegetables.
Amazon $2,160.95$2,160.95
The Empura EGR-36C is the better commercial gas range overall, rated 3.6 to 2.9. The Empura EGR-36C leads on features, value and oven. The Garland G36-6R wins on burners. The Empura EGR-36C costs $1,817.05 less ($2,160.95 vs $3,978).
Prices were last checked November 9, 2026. Product prices and availability are accurate as of that date and are subject to change; the price and availability shown on Amazon or the retailer's site at the time of purchase apply. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Garland G36-6R
#7 in 36 inFull review
The most powerful 36 in range here, for busy lines that need fast boils and quick oven recovery.
Amazon $3,978$3,978
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Empura EGR-36C for features (oven safety shut-off, two or more racks per oven vs none of the listed features), value ($10.24 per 1,000 BTU ($2,160.95, 211,000 BTU) vs $16.86 per 1,000 BTU ($3,978, 236,000 BTU)) and oven (31,000 BTU convection oven vs 38,000 BTU standard oven).
- Choose the Garland G36-6R for burners (6 x 33,000 BTU per burner vs 6 x 30,000 BTU per burner).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 36 in commercial gas range; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Empura EGR-36C | Garland G36-6R |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 67 $10.24 per 1,000 BTU ($2,160.95, 211,000 BTU) | 36 $16.86 per 1,000 BTU ($3,978, 236,000 BTU) |
| Burners 20% | 50 6 x 30,000 BTU per burner | 75 6 x 33,000 BTU per burner |
| Oven 20% | 70 31,000 BTU convection oven | 60 38,000 BTU standard oven |
| Features 20% | 60 oven safety shut-off, two or more racks per oven | 0 none of the listed features |
| Warranty 10% | 33 1-year warranty | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Empura EGR-36C | Garland G36-6R | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooktop | ||
| Width | 36 in | 36 in |
| Open burners | 6 | 6 |
| Each burner (natural gas) | 30,000 BTU | 33,000 BTU |
| Cooktop total | 180,000 BTU | 198,000 BTU |
| Total input | 211,000 BTU | 236,000 BTU |
| Oven | ||
| Ovens | One convection | One standard |
| Each oven | 31,000 BTU | 38,000 BTU |
| Interior | 26.6 W x 23.8 D x 13.8 H in | - |
| Thermostat | 250 to 550 F | up to 500 F |
| Racks per oven | 2 | 1 |
| Oven safety shut-off | Yes | - |
| Gas and build | ||
| Ignition | Standing pilot | Standing pilot |
| Converts to propane | Yes | - |
| Casters standard | - | No |
| Weight | 535 lb | 430 lb |
| Certifications | ETL (US and Canada), ETL Sanitation | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |