Southbend

Southbend S24E S-Series 24" Natural Gas 4-Burner Range with Space-Saver Oven - 147,000 BTU

3.0 3 verified reviews 67% would recommend
Model
S24E
Series
S Series
Category
Ranges

Enhance the efficiency of your kitchen with this Southbend S-Series range! Combining a range with a space-saver oven, this versatile piece of cooking equipment allows you to fry and simmer food on top while using the oven below for your baking and warming needs. This range

What the reviews add up to

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Strong performance at a fair price, but service issues may arise.

The Southbend S24E S-Series 24" Natural Gas Range is praised for its good functionality and value, particularly in casual dining and sports venues. Reviewers appreciate its sturdy construction and dependable performance under load, noting that it handles the demands of an industrial kitchen well. However, there are concerns about durability, with reports of door alignment issues and pilot lights malfunctioning, leading to unexpected service needs. While the price point is attractive, the frequency of repairs has left some users disappointed, suggesting a mixed reliability over time.

What operators praise

  • Good price value2
  • Relatively dependable2
  • Sturdy construction2
  • Handles heavy use well1
  • Medium durability1

What gives them pause

  • Door alignment issues1
  • Frequent service needs2
  • Pilot lights malfunctioning1
  • Calibration required often1
  • Wear and tear concerns1
  • 100% Independent restaurant

Rating breakdown

5★0
4★0
3★3
2★0
1★0

How it scores

Reliability3.3
Ease of operation3.3
Cleaning2.7
Maintenance2.3
Versatility3.0

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What operators say

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Southbend Range

richard mcconnell · Director Food and Beverage · St Charles Convention Center

Reviewed S Series · Dec 15, 2021

3.0

Would recommend to a colleague

  • Reliability4
  • Operation4
  • Cleaning4
  • Maintenance4
  • Versatility4
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owner

NEIL LINDENBAUM · Owner · Paul's Place Steakhouse

Reviewed S Series · Dec 17, 2021

3.0

Would recommend to a colleague

  • Reliability4
  • Operation3
  • Cleaning2
  • Maintenance2
  • Versatility3

It is medium durablity

What works

  • Price
  • Availability

What doesn't

Door Problems not closing right and no one can fix it

What is your primary involvement with this equipment?

  • I am a user
  • I made the purchase decision
  • I manage users

How long have you owned/used this equipment?

two years or more

Model details

Open Burner Count
6
Oven Base
Standard
Power
Gas - Natural
Top Configuration
Burners, Griddle

Southbend Range

Michael B. Jacobs · CEO/Founder · SHGM

Reviewed S Series · Jun 9, 2021

3.0
  • Reliability2
  • Operation3
  • Cleaning2
  • Maintenance1
  • Versatility2

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