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How to Choose the Best Hob When deciding on the best hob there are a lot of aspects to consider. From cost to energy efficiency. Therefore, deciding which features are important is essential. A basic ceramic electric stove costs just PS100. However you'll need to pay more for a model that comes with numerous features. Gas hobs are another popular choice, and offer great temperature control, but they're more expensive. 1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob This Haier stove has four cooking zones and 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 has an child lock and an pause feature, so you can stop the process swiftly without having to mess with controls. Its design is sleek, contemporary and blends well with contemporary kitchens. It is typically made from glass (which is shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic. The controls are touch-sensitive and sit in a flush position on the countertop. The controls were simple to use and we loved the display that shows the current power level and which zone is currently in use. The “Boost” feature generates high-powered heat in a short time. It is ideal for stir-frying and quickly heating up pans. The hot hob light and the automatic shutoff are helpful safety features, too. It's not as responsive as the other hobs in this test. It took nine presses to reach the maximum temperature, as opposed to seven or six for other models. It also takes longer to respond when you change the cooking temperature, so you may have to change settings several times before the pan reaches the right heat. This model is 60cm long and has four cooking zones. One of them is a half-flex zone, where two areas can easily be joined to accommodate larger pots or pans. It comes with a dual-ring design that can operate on both 'normal and boost power levels. The Boost model is great for frying and searing meat, or bringing water pans to a rapid boiling point. It is fully integrated with the hOn app and includes 100's of recipes, guided cooking, and 30 different programs divided into various food categories and types of cooking. It features a multislider controls panel with a “lockable interface' and can detect the type of pan you're using to set the correct cooking mode. It's also compatible with hOn pans from third parties and has a number of security features, including a lockable panel and boil-dry prevention. 2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob Whether you're having work done on your kitchen or simply looking for an alternative to gas, induction hobs are becoming increasingly popular. Prices have slashed dramatically over the last few years. The basic four-zone models can be found for less that PS100. However, if ovens and hobs uk looking for all the bells and whistles that come with induction it's worth paying more for the latest innovations. This slick-looking model from Smeg boasts the latest induction technology to make your cooking energy-efficient and convenient. The Auto-pot detection system detects pots that have dimensions of at least 9cm and then automatically activates the zone that is appropriate. ovens and hobs uk to energy savings does not leave out flexibility too – this hob is designed to conserve power by setting the maximum operating temperature of the zones to suit your cooking requirements. Eco-Logic advanced mode lets you to reduce energy consumption by reducing the power output to as low as 2.4kW. Testers were awed by this hob's user-friendly interface, with intuitive sliding controls that move along the edge of the hob to follow your pan. The control panel's color-coded design makes it easy to determine the status of each zone. The “Flexi duo” feature lets the connection of two zones to accommodate larger pans. There are numerous useful features, including four automatic cooking presets: melting, boiling, slow-cooking and keeping warm. In addition the hob comes with an 'FlameSensor' feature that alerts you when there is a danger of a fire or food that has been burned. There are a variety of safety features, such as an indicator of residual heat and an auto shut-off feature if the surface is too hot. It's also hard-wearing with a protective CleanProtect coating to protect it from tough staining and cooking marks. The hob comes with nine power levels as well as a 'FlexiDuo feature' to allow for large pans, and is easy to install. There are also a variety of extra features, such as control locks and a safety fuse in case of accidental button-pushing. 3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob Induction hobs are powered by electricity, not gas. They use copper plates to create an electric force when a pot or pan is placed on them. This means they can reach temperatures much quicker than conventional gas hobs and also save energy as the cooking zone only gets hot when you turn on the pan. They are generally cheaper to operate than gas, and they are also simpler to clean. Indesit's induction stove is packed full of features to allow you to develop your cooking ideas. It has two separate cooking zones that can be combined to create a Dual Zone for larger pots and a rapid Booster zone to bring water to a boiling point quickly. A variety of automated functions such as Push&Go lets you create perfectly cooked meals at the touch of the button. The controls are simple to operate and let you select nine power modes including the P boost option that provides maximum power for each zone for five minutes. The controls are easy to use, and the minimalist design is ideal for a modern kitchen. In our tests it quickly heated up a pan once we put it on the Booster Zone and boiling pasta water. It took some time to cool down after turning off the hob, and our testers could not determine the exact temperature on the control panel. This Indesit hob also comes with a bridge function, which allows you to combine two cooking zones to make 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 heated to the point of. Our test subjects were pleased that there weren't any visible flames that were messy and messy, and the ceramic glass is easy to clean. Ventilated hobs, unlike traditional extractors, draw smoke and steam from the pan out of the room through a duct on the surface. Our experts thought the duct on this hob was easy to clean, even though it took two people to take the filter out to change it. 4. GE Induction Hob Consider how the hob can fit into the layout and design of your kitchen and the style of cooking you prefer. For instance, if frequently cook with children or elderly people in mind, safety features such as automatic shut-off and a cool to the touch surface may make an induction stove an ideal option. For those who are looking for speed and efficiency, a ceramic glass fascia on an electric hob is the ideal choice. For those living in regions susceptible to load-shedding, the ability to use gas hobs in power outages could tilt the balance in favor of gas models.