Easier to install
An electric stove is easier to install; you can buy a new cooker and have it working instantly. Just push a button or turn a dial and it can heat up pretty quickly.
Easier to clean
The smooth, flat glass surface of electric cookers can be wiped clean with a cloth or sponge, making them very easy to clean. This is especially true for electric ranges with induction cooktops because the surface never heats up. A gas stove, on the other hand, has raised burners that you can remove to clean underneath, but this will likely take a bit longer.
Less complicated to use
Although all types of ranges can run into problems at some point, with an electric range you don't have to worry about issues like a clogged fuel line or faulty igniters.
Disadvantages of electric stoves
Of course, with the ease of setting up and using electric stoves comes a few downsides.
Can be more expensive to use
They can be more expensive to use since you connect to the electricity grid and thus increase your electricity bill every time you turn it on. This will of course depend on where you live and how electricity costs compare to natural gas.
Unable to use in the event of a power outage
If there is a power outage, you can still use a gas stove (but the electric lighter will not work), while an electric stove will be unusable. This may not be a problem for most people; there's always takeout, after all. But if you live in an area where power outages are common, such as a cabin in the north of the country, it might be better to opt for gas.
Less durable glass surfaces
The glass surfaces of many electric stoves certainly look better and are easier to clean, but they can also be less durable than cast iron gas stoves. They can also stain more easily.
