I just spent an hour cleaning under the stove cover.

[Old Crank]

8. Former Fire inspector here

Having dirt/ grease build up under a stove top is a fire danger. And should it start it is really hard to put out.
If something spills and runs down at least wipe it up when it is cold. If you have those metal dishes that go under burners, electric usually, clean the, and replace if they have rust or holes. They are not that expensive. I just bought a set for my inlaws. Plus keeping them clean is more efficient.
Same with the oven. Cleaner is safer and more efficient.

Induction cooktops are probably the safest and most efficient out there now.

And no, I never liked cleaning the range tops either.