Invest in the best gas stove in Malaysia! After all, this is one of the most vital appliances for your house!
And if you use your gas stove almost daily and for many years, you’ll get your money’s worth in no time! There are many types and sizes to fit every budget and household.
So you can use this guide to help you choose one from the best gas stove brands in Malaysia!
Table Of Contents:
- Types Of Gas Stove
- How To Choose The Right Hob
- Top 10 Gas Stove Brands In Malaysia
- 11 Best Gas Stoves In Malaysia
- Electric Vs Gas Stoves
Types Of Gas Stove
1. Manual Ignition Or Auto Ignition
For a gas stove with manual ignition:
You’ll need a starter, matches or a lighter to light the burner after first releasing the gas.
An auto ignition gas stove (or gas hob) on the other hand, relies on an electric spark from a battery to get the fire going!
Either stove type may come with 2 or more burners.
Note: This list only has auto ignition stove models.
2. Built-In
Like for some automatic dish washing machines:
Built-in gas stoves in Malaysia can look as if they are part of your kitchen provided you measure the allocated spot carefully before selecting your stove!
Cutout dimensions are thus very important and should be discussed with your carpenter if you’re planning built-in cabinets for your kitchen.
3. Portable
Portable stoves are ideal for students or rental spaces. As there is usually just a single burner. Or 2!
With one of these, you don’t have to rely on the stoves provided in the dormitories! Do check with your landlord or rental agreement if you are allowed to use a portable stove on their property first.
4. Freestanding Cooker With Oven
Like the built-in kitchen stoves, you can integrate freestanding cookers into your kitchen design. Or leave them on their own.
How To Choose The Right Hob
1. Size
Replacing your old kitchen hob? Don’t just assume the new one is the same size! Always check the height, width and depth!
Especially for built-in gas stoves, because the front profile may stick out a bit from the rest of the stove!
And if this is the first stove you’re getting, make sure you have a designated space for it in the kitchen. On average, most stoves have a width between 30 to 36 inches.
2. Flame Settings
Unlikely in single or dual configurations but there are gas cookers that have burners with different flame settings!
And that comes in handy if you want to fry on one burner and do a light simmer on another burner!
3. How Many Burners
Choose a stove with at least 3 burners if you have a medium-sized household!
Having an extra burner is also great for warming up dishes while you cook the rest!
4. Material
Stainless steel lasts (does not rust) and is easy to clean.
There are stove tops with tempered glass too. But these stylish models may crack if you do a lot of heavy cooking!
5. Other Desirable Features:
- Long warranty
- Automatic on/off (i.e. Flame failure device)
- Auto-reignite
Top 10 Gas Stove Brands In Malaysia
These are the top 10 gas stove brands in Malaysia. By no means, is this list in order of ranking.
Note: Don’t take local brands for granted. Sometimes, it’s good to have the manufacturer where you can reach them!
1. Rinnai
Rinnai is a Japanese brand selling household and commercial appliances like water heaters, dryers, cooker hoods and gas stoves!
You can apply for their product warranties online!
2. Rubine
A local brand specializing in bathroom fittings but they do have a huge range of household appliances too. As well as water filters and fans!
3. FOTILE
FOTILE stems from China. And is a top selling Asian brand for kitchen appliances. They even have steam ovens!
The sole distributor in Malaysia is FOTILE Marketing Sdn. Bhd. (for over 10 years)
4. Zanussi
Italian brand, Zanussi can be found in many European countries.
Their mission statement “Making Life Easy. Since 1916” still applies to all their products.
5. Zenne
Zenne is under KEIN HING INDUSTRY SDN BHD (KHI) which used to supply components for Panasonic gas cookers.
Now, they sell their own Zenne gas cookers across South East Asia!
6. Electrolux
Under the same company as Zanussi, Electrolux is a reliable global household name that dabbles in almost every appliance you can think off!
Garment steamers, toasters, vacuum cleaners and more!
7. ELBA
ELBA started out with home appliances (e.g. cooker hoods, washers, air conditioners, etc) before branching out further to include sanitary wares.
They have an ISO9001-certified service centre.
8. Pensonic
Pensonic has been a recipient of the Brand Excellence Award from The Ministry of International Trade & Industry not once, but a few times since they were first established in 1982.
9. Senz
This is another Malaysian brand that has been in operation for many years (since 2009).
They are now focused on wholesaling with over 150 authorized dealers for kitchen appliances!
10. Butterfly
Butterfly (LEA HIN GROUP) began selling kerosene stoves, pressure oil burners and similar. Gradually expanding into gas cookers!
They have factories in China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia and Myanmar.
11 Best Gas Stoves In Malaysia 2023
- Best Budget Portable Gas Stove (1-burner) – Golden Fuji Portable Mini Gas Stove GF-9000
- Best Budget Gas Stove (2-burner) – Pensonic Double Gas Stove PGC-26N
- Best Practical Gas Stove (2-burner) – Zenne KGS401c Double Burner Portable Gas Stove
- Best Gas Stove (2-burner) With Reliable Service – ELBA EGH-F8582GX Built-In Glass Stove
- Best Stainless Steel Gas Stove (2-burner) under RM1,000 – Rinnai RB-713N-S Gas Hob
- Best Stainless Steel Gas Stove (2-burner) under RM500 – Milux Stainless Steel Premium Built-in Gas Hob MGH-S633M
- Best Tempered Glass Table-Top Gas Stove Under RM180 – Pensonic Table Top Gas Cooker PGC-2201G
- Best Budget Gas Stove (3-burner) – Rubine RGH-VISTA3B-BL Built-In Gas Hob
- Best Gas Stove (3-burner) – Electrolux EGT9637CK Built-In 3-Burner Glass Gas Hob
- Best Gas Stove (4-burner) – Zanussi 4 Gas Burners With 62L Electric Oven Cooker ZCG942
1. Zenne KGS401c Double Burner Portable Gas Stove
It’s not the prettiest gas stove on this list but the Zenne KGS401c Double Burner Portable Gas Stove is functional. With a stainless steel build and auto-ignition burners!
If you’re not picky about your stove’s appearance and only require 2 burners, you can get the Zenne KGS401c Double Burner Portable Gas Stove for ~RM200 or less!
The stove trivets are removable so you can wipe down the stove easily!
You’ll be satisfied with the high flames this gas stove can achieve! The flames are really concentrated too.
Although sometimes, you may get unlucky with a unit that has one hob which takes more effort to ignite!
- Type: Portable
- No Of Burners: 2
- Ignition: Auto
- Flamer Layer: Combination Mickey & Twister Flame
- Heat Power: 2 x 4.5 kW
- Surface Material: Stainless Steel
- Dimensions: 70 (W) x 42.6 (D) x 15.7 (H) cm
- Warranty: 2 years
- Price: ~RM277
Pros:
- Cheap with long warranty
- Powerful concentrated flames
- Auto ignition
- Doesn’t require you to cut out a hole in your countertop
Cons:
- Doesn’t look as nice as other stove tops in the market
2. Golden Fuji Portable Mini Gas Stove GF-9000
Golden Fuji Portable Mini Gas Stove GF-9000 might just be the best mini gas stove for camping or outdoor activities! And it only costs ~RM70! Including a nice case to carry the stove in!
That does not include the gas canister which you can pick up easily in your local Giant supermarket, by the way.
The build quality is amazing for the price. The exterior of this compact stove is steel with a shiny chrome finish that is easy to clean. Setup is easy and it makes hardly any noise when you start it up!
There’re instructions and also a wind shield to protect the powerful blue flames from going out or wavering!
It’s possible to use a 30cm diameter wok on this stove. But it’s not suited for flat-bottomed pots that are larger than 22cm (diameter)!
Depending on what gas canister you use, the can may jut out from the side of the stove. Not a big issue but just pointing that out!
So the Golden Fuji Portable Mini Gas Stove GF-9000 is pretty much perfect as a camping or portable stove! You can use it indoors too!
- Type: Portable / Mini
- No Of Burners: 1
- Ignition: Auto
- Burner Type: Cyclone Double Flame
- Heat Power: 2.1 kW
- Surface Material: Stainless Steel
- Dimensions: 24.5 (W) x 20 (D) x 10 (H) cm
- Warranty: n/a
- Price: ~RM65.9
Pros:
- Not expensive
- Powerful flame
- With a wind shield and a carrying case
- Durable build
- Easy to use and clean
- Size makes it versatile for use indoors or outdoors
Cons:
- Not for larger flat-bottomed pots
3. Pensonic Double Gas Stove PGC-26N
At an incredible price of ~RM70 (almost the same as the single-burner Golden Fuji Portable Mini Gas Stove GF-9000), the Pensonic Double Gas Stove PGC-26N is the best budget table top gas stove under RM100!
Of course, it’s not without its flaws!
The cable is short and the base/ main body of the stove feels very hollow. You might actually need to use double sided tape to make sure it doesn’t move while on your kitchen bench top!
Alas, the thin metal also means that it’s easy for this stove to get dented!
But for cooking, you can expect strong flames just as with other stoves. Moreover, the Pensonic Double Gas Stove PGC-26N is easy to install too.
If you do choose to get it, bear in mind that the quality reflects the price!
- Type: Portable
- No Of Burners: 2
- Ignition: Auto
- Burner Type: Double Bee Hive Burner
- Heat Power: 2 x 3.2 kW
- Surface Material: Epoxy Coated
- Dimensions: 71 (W) x 37 (D) x 8.5 (H) cm
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~RM65
Pros:
- Long warranty for the price
- Cheap for a 2-burner stove
- Auto ignition
- Capable of high fire
Cons:
- Too lightweight (i.e. average build quality)
- Dents easily
4. ELBA EGH-F8582GX Built-In Glass Stove
Since it has 4 rubber stands, you can just leave the ELBA EGH-F8582GX Built-In Glass Stove free standing too. And if you have any problems with the stove, the customer service will get it sorted out!
And if you have any problems with the stove (e.g., 1 hob not igniting, inconsistent flames, etc), the customer service will get it sorted out! Which can’t be said for other stoves around the same price range!
We really like that Elba has a reliable service center and their own technicians!
And this is why we would happily place the ELBA EGH-F8582GX Built-In Glass Stove under our best budget gas stove category!
The manual for this stove is pretty detailed too. It has installation instructions and a basic troubleshooting section!
Do note that as with other glass stoves, there is a chance that the glass surface can shatter during delivery!
- Type: Built-in
- No Of Burners: 2
- Ignition: Auto
- Flamer Layer: n/a
- Heat Power: 2 x 3.7 kW
- Surface Material: Black Tempered Glass
- Dimensions: 76 (W) x 44 (D) cm
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~RM304
Pros:
- Very affordable
- Reliable service
- Elegant design
- Manual is quite helpful
- Can be placed in or on your kitchen bench top
Cons:
- No safety valve
- Flames are not that powerful
5. Rinnai RB-713N-S Gas Hob
A stainless steel gas hob can look just as great as a kitchen stove with tempered glass!
And this one by Rinnai has 3 sealed burners for easier cleaning! As well as a larger burner stand for your wok! It is easy to start the flames and increase them as needed.
You can use the stove on your counter top too as it does have rubber supports at the bottom.
This gas stove costs slightly more than the 3-burner glass top Rubine RGH-VISTA3B-BL Built-In Gas Hob but it has 2 years’ warranty on it, rather than just 1!
And you won’t have to worry about any accidents with glass with this stove!
Even if it doesn’t have a glass surface, the stove is easy to clean. The guard prevents spills from flowing to the back of the stove where it’s more difficult to clean.
Although some additional sealant around the sides of the stove would be a good idea!
Installation is simple as well. It is a little strange that the battery compartment for the ignition does not have a cover.
- Type: Built-in (Flexible cut out size)
- No Of Burners: 3
- Ignition: Auto
- Flamer Layer: Semi Double Ring
- Heat Power: 2 x 3.7 kW, 1.6 kW
- Surface Material: Stainless Steel
- Dimensions: 77 (W) x 45.2 (D) x 7.2 (H) cm
- Warranty: 2 years
- Price: ~RM699
Pros:
- Reasonably priced
- Modern appearance
- Easy installation and operation
- Long warranty
- Good build quality
Cons:
- Steel feels a little hollow and less firm than a glass top
6. Rubine RGH-VISTA3B-BL Built-in Gas Hob
Rubine’s quality RGH-VISTA3B-BL Built-in Gas Hob comes with 3 brass/ stainless steel burners on a black tempered glass top.
Features you’ll find useful are the additional wok stand, cast iron support and Flame Failure Device! The flames are intense enough for deep frying Asian dishes!
Note: Best for a 685mm x 380mm space.
Do note that a cutout opening with a buffer of ~1cm more than the recommended cutout dimensions may be a good idea.
Since the workmanship below the stove can hinder the fit!
For under RM1,000, the 3-burner Rubine RGH-VISTA3B-BL Built-In Gas Hob is excellent value for money! Plus it looks nice!
If you can afford to pay more, go for the RM1,000 Electrolux EGT9637CK Built-In 3-Burner Glass Gas Hob which has warranty to back up the glass top!
Note: 6-month Extension Warranty if you register via Rubine Online.
- Type: Built-in
- No Of Burners: 3
- Ignition: Auto
- Flamer Layer: Vortex
- Heat Power: L: 5.0, R: 5.0, M: 2.0 kW
- Surface Material: Black Tempered Glass
- Dimensions: 78 (W) x 46 (D) cm
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~RM600
Pros:
- Strong flames
- Beautiful modern design
- Easy to install if it fits
- Affordable 3-burner gas stove
Cons:
- Difficult to open the battery compartment
- Poor workmanship can hinder an exact fit
7. Milux Stainless Steel Premium Built-in Gas Hob MGH-S633M
While the steel body is not as thick as we would like, the Milux Stainless Steel Premium Built-in Gas Hob MGH-S633M is beautiful to look at.
And therefore, for ~RM300, it’s an attractive alternative to a pricey and possibly more fragile tempered glass build-in stove.
Plus, if you don’t need 3 burners and have a budget under RM500, you can get the Milux Stainless Steel Premium Built-in Gas Hob MGH-S633M instead of the Rinnai RB-713N-S Gas Hob.
The cut-out dimensions are 625 x 335mm so be sure to measure your space before getting this stove. Your stove cavity needs to be between the stove’s physical dimensions (710 x 400mm) and these cut-out dimensions.
To keep it in pristine condition (i.e., free from watermarks and oils stains) however, it’s best to wipe this stove down after every cooking session.
Note: The labels and markings tend to wear out quickly on this stove.
- Type: Built-in
- No Of Burners: 2
- Ignition: Auto
- Flamer Layer: n/a
- Heat Power: n/a
- Surface Material: Stainless Steel
- Dimensions: 71 (W) x 40 (D) cm
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~RM300
Pros:
- Reasonable price
- Modern appeal
- With 1 year warranty
Cons:
- Markings don’t last
- Not solid
8. Pensonic Table Top Gas Cooker PGC-2201G
Tempered glass table-top gas stoves don’t get much cheaper than this!
The Pensonic Table Top Gas Cooker, PGC-2201G costs under RM180 which is considerably less than other tempered glass table-top 2-burner gas stoves (like the ELBA EGH-F8582GX Built-In Glass Stove).
But at the same time, this stove still looks expensive.
And even though the thickness of the glass for this stove is thin at 6mm, the rest of the stove is stainless steel which provides support for the glass layer on top. Hence, Pensonic Table Top Gas Cooker, PGC-2201G still feels solid. It is quite heavy at 8kg!
Additionally, the burners are capable of high fire (less so on the left burner). Moreover, it is easy to control the heat of individual burners with this stove.
So if you really don’t want to spend a lot on a new gas stove but can’t resist the look of a shiny tempered glass stove, consider the Pensonic Table Top Gas Cooker, PGC-2201G.
- Type: Tabletop
- No Of Burners: 2
- Ignition: Auto
- Flamer Layer: n/a
- Heat Power: 3kW (left), 3.5 kW (right)
- Surface Material: Tempered Glass
- Dimensions: 71 (W) x 41 (D) cm
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~RM180
Pros:
- Cheap
- Looks like it costs more than it does
- Solid build so it doesn’t move around as you cook
- High fire is possible
- Still get 1 year warranty (local supplier) at this price point
Cons:
- Heavy to move around (~8kg)
9. FOTILE GAG86309 Built-in Gas Hob
With that high price tag, you’re paying for the technology behind the FOTILE GAG86309 Built-in Gas Hob!
The design of the burners themselves is optimized for maximum oxygen intake. That means a steady flame with less gas consumption (i.e. more energy efficient).
It’s also got smart features like the Flame Failure Device (FFD), low battery reminder and a safety ignition pin! The stove’s not bad on the eyes either!
Watch it in action:
Not that it’s a bad stove, we just prefer feel that the Electrolux EGT9637CK Built-in 3-Burner Glass Gas Hob (next on this list!) offers more bang for buck than the FOTILE GAG86309 Built-in Gas Hob!
- Type: Built-in
- No Of Burners: 3
- Ignition: Auto
- Flamer Layer: 40 Deg Flame Angle Burning Tech
- Heat Power: 2 x 4.85 kW, 1.75 kW
- Surface Material: Black Tempered Glass
- Dimensions: 86 (W) x 50 (D) cm
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~RM1,645
Pros:
- Smart features for safety and energy saving
- 3-burner
- Stunning design
Cons:
- Expensive
- Short warranty
Two burner option: FOTILE GHG78211 Built-in Gas Hob – Check Price
10. Electrolux EGT9637CK Built-in 3-Burner Glass Gas Hob
If safety’s a priority for you, feel better knowing that there’s a Japanese-made safety flame device in the Electrolux EGT9637CK Built-in 3-Burner Glass Gas Hob!
The solid stove (recommended cut out size: 832mm x 420mm) also happens to be gorgeous too! And anything will cook fast with these cast iron burners!
We think that it is worth saving up for the Electrolux EGT9637CK Built-in 3-Burner Glass Gas Hob if you want a durable glass top gas stove that has warranty to back it up!
Note: 10 year warranty for the tempered glass top.
You should be able to install it yourself as it has standard cutout dimensions (just that the stove may be a bit thicker than you expect).
The layout of the 3 burners features enough space between them. While optimizing cooking surface area! And cleaning is so easy with the smooth glass surface!
Just pay attention to the trivets and hob rings which can pick up stains easily if not cleaned immediately.
Other than that, there’s very little reason to complain about this stove!
- Type: Built-in
- No Of Burners: 3
- Ignition: Auto
- Flamer Layer: Blue Power Flame
- Heat Power: 2 x 5.0 kW, 1.9 kW
- Surface Material: Black Tempered Glass
- Dimensions: 89.4 (W) x 50.8 (D) x 5.7 (H) cm
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~RM1,050
Pros:
- There’s a 10-year warranty for the tempered glass top
- Reasonably priced from a reputable brand
- Stylish in all-black
- Can be self-installed easily
- High quality
- With built-in safety for children
- Glass top is easy to clean
- Standard cutout dimensions
Cons:
- Some components stain easily
11. Zanussi 4 Gas Burners with 62L Electric Oven Cooker ZCG942
Zanussi 4 Gas Burners with 62L Electric Oven Cooker, ZCG942 is a worthy gas cooker with an oven in Malaysia!
The electric oven is multi-functional with a fan and double-glazed tempered glass door! And all 4 cast iron burners (ranging from 1.5kW to 4kW) are sealed in case there’s a spill!
So, if you frequently cook on gas but like using electric ovens, the Zanussi 4 Gas Burners with 62L Electric Oven Cooker, ZCG942 will save you the trouble of getting 2 separate appliances!
You will however, need to buy a 3 pin plug for the cable of the electric oven and a battery to ignite the stove!
- Type: Gas Hob With Electric Oven (62L) | Free-standing
- No Of Burners: 4
- Ignition: Auto
- Flamer Layer: n/a
- Heat Power: 1.5 kW, 2 x 2.5 kW & 4.0 kW
- Surface Material: Stainless Steel
- Dimensions: 90 (W) x 55 (D) x 86 (H) cm
- Warranty: 1 year
- Price: ~RM1,899
Pros:
- 2 appliances in one (gas stove with auto ignition + electric oven)
- Huge cooking capacity (4 hobs, 62L oven)
- Looks nice
- Stainless steel build
- No built-in installation required
Cons:
- Bulky free standing unit
Electric Vs Gas Stoves
Serious chefs will take gas stoves over induction cookers and electric stoves any day! Gas stoves are more energy efficient too since they take less time to heat up!
The reason is the direct flame you get with a gas stove!
And it doesn’t matter what non-stick pan you use! Just keep the flame on low or medium!
However, an electric stove is nice when you run out of gas and don’t want to wait for the delivery of a new tank to continue cooking your dinner!
Conclusion
You can buy some of the best gas stoves in Malaysia for under RM1,000! There are budget options that are even below RM100!
The majority of gas stoves in this list are of the tabletop/ built-in variety with 2-3 burners that will be sufficient for mid-sized families!
Other than looking at the size of the stove and safety features, consider a stainless-steel top or one with thick tempered glass and a long warranty that covers the glass top! See our top picks at the top of this post!
Further reading:
- 13 Best Bread Makers Malaysia
- 13 Best Electric Multi Cookers Malaysia
- 13 Best Air Fryers Malaysia
- 11 Best Food Steamers Malaysia
