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How to Choose the Best Hob

There are a lot of aspects to take into consideration when selecting the best hob, from cost to energy efficiency. Decide what features are most important.

A basic ceramic electric stove costs as little as PS100. However you'll need to pay more for one with numerous features. Gas hobs are also a popular choice and provide great temperature control, however they are pricier.

1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob

This Haier hob comes with four cooking zones, three 'Push&Go" functions, and can help you prepare quick meals. It was also one of the most efficient tests to boil water, taking less than four minutes. It's child lock-compatible and has a pause function, so you can stop the process without having to mess around using controls.

Its design is sleek, contemporary, and works well with contemporary kitchens. It's typically made of glass (shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic, and comes with control buttons that sit in the same place as the worktop for easy use.

The controls were simple to use and we appreciated the display which shows the current power level and which zone is active. The 'Boost' feature produces high-powered heat for just a short period of time, and is ideal for stir-frying or bringing pots of water to the boil quickly. The hob's hot light and automatic shutdown are useful safety features, too.

However, it's not as responsive to touch as other hobs in this test. It took nine presses to reach the maximum temperature, in comparison to six or seven for other models. It also takes longer for the pan to react to changes in temperature. You may have to adjust the settings a few times before you get the proper temperature.

This 60 cm model comes with four cooking zones including a half-flex area where two zones can be joined to accommodate larger pans and pots. It features dual-ring design and can function on both 'normal as well as 'boost power levels. Boost is perfect for frying meat, searing it or quickly making water come to a quick boil.

It's fully integrated with the hOn app and comes oven with hob hundreds of recipes that include guided cooking and 30 special programs divided into different food categories and preparation styles. It features a multislider controls panel with a "lockable interface' that can identify the type of pan you're using to determine the appropriate cooking mode. It's also compatible with third-party hOn sets and comes with a variety of safety features, like an adjustable control panel that locks and boil-dry protection.

2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob

Induction hobs are increasingly popular, whether renovating your kitchen or searching for a non-gas option. Prices have dropped drastically in the last few years. Basic four-zone models are now sold for less than PS100. If you want the latest induction technology, it is worth paying a bit more.

This sleek model from Smeg comes with the most modern induction technology to make your cooking energy efficient and convenient. The Auto-pot detection system recognises pots that have dimensions of at least 9 centimetres and then automatically selects the zone that is appropriate.

Smeg's primary focus is on energy savings however, it doesn't overlook the possibility of flexibility. The hob can be adjusted to conserve energy based on the highest temperatures of the zones. There are options to save energy with the Eco-Logic advance mode, which reduces the power output from 11.1 kW to as low as 2.4 kW.

The user-friendly interface of this hob impressed testers, thanks to its intuitive sliding controls that follow your pan along the edge of it. The control panel's color-coded layout allows you to easily identify the status of each zone. The 'Flexi Duo" function lets you connect two zones to accommodate larger pans. There are many useful features, including four automatic cooking presets: melting, boiling, slow-cooking, and keeping warm.

In addition the hob uk also has a 'FlameSensor' which alerts you of any danger of a fire or food that has been burned. There are several safety features, including the residual heat sensor, as well as an automatic switch-off when the surface gets too hot.

It also resists tough stains, and has a CleanProtect protective coating. This hob is easy to set up and features nine power levels as well as a handy 'FlexiDuo' feature for catering to large pans. There are a host of extra features, like lockable controls and a safety fuse in the event of accidental button-pushing.

3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob

Electricity is the primary source of power, rather than gas, induction hobs use copper plates that create a magnetic field when the pan is placed on top. This means they can reach a temperature faster than gas hobs and can also reduce energy consumption since the cooking zone only gets hot when you turn on a pan. They're generally less expensive than gas, ovens and hobs uk they're easier to clean making them a popular choice.

This induction hob by Indesit is packed with features that allow you to be creative in the kitchen. It has two separate cooking zones that can be combined to create an Integrated Zone for larger pans as well as the Booster Zone is quick that can bring water to boiling point quickly. For instance, the Push&Go allows you to cook with perfection by pressing the button. There are nine power modes, including a 'P boost setting that gives each zone maximum power for five minutes, are easily selected using the controls, which are positioned across the bottom of the hob to follow your pans.

The controls are simple to use and the minimalist design is ideal for a modern kitchen. In our tests, it boiled pasta water in a snap and quickly heated up when we put a pan on the Booster zone. However it took an extended time to cool down after we turned off the hob. Our testers found it difficult to determine the precise temperature on the control panel.

As well as the Dual Zone and Push&Go feature, this Indesit hob also has a bridge function that lets you connect two cooking zones to suit larger pans. It also comes with an overheating and child lock block as well as an auto switch-off system that shuts down the hob when it's too hot. The ceramic glass is easy to clean and there are no visible flames. Our test subjects were pleased with the fact that it's. Contrary to traditional extractor hoods, vented hobs draw steam and smoke away from the pan and out of the room via an air duct that is built into the surface. Our experts thought this hob's duct was easy to keep clean, although it took two people to take the filter out to change it.

4. Induction Hob from GE

When selecting a kitchen appliance think about how it will fit to your kitchen's style and layout, as well as your cooking style and life. For instance, if frequently cook with children or elderly people in mind, security features like automatic shut-off and a cool to the touch surface may make an induction stove a better option. If you value efficiency and speed an electric hob that has a clean ceramic glass facia is the Best place to buy oven and hob choice. If you live in areas that are prone to load-shedding, the capability to use gas hobs during power cuts may make the difference in favor of a gas model.