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How to Choose the Best Hob

There are lots of factors to consider when choosing the best hob, from the price to energy efficiency. Choose the features that are the most important.

A basic ceramic electric hob costs just PS100. However you'll need to pay more for a model with numerous features. Gas hobs, which are also popular and provide excellent temperature control but are more expensive, are a different alternative.

1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob

With four cooking zones and three functions called 'Push&Go', this cooker from Haier can help you make quick meals. It was also one of the most efficient tested to boil water, taking less than four minutes. It's child lock-compatible and has an pause feature, meaning you can quickly stop the process without having to fiddle around with the controls.

Its style is modern and sleek it blends seamlessly with contemporary kitchens. It is typically made of glass (which is heatproof and shatterproof) or ceramic. The controls are touch-sensitive and rest directly on the worktop.

The controls are intuitive to use, ovens and hobs uk we appreciated the clear display which tells you the current power settings and which of the five zones are in use. The 'Boost' feature creates high-powered heat for a brief period of time. It is ideal for stir-frying or bringing pans of water to a boil quickly. Safety features like the light on the hot hob or automatic shut-off are also beneficial.

However it's not as responsive to touch as other hobs in this test. We observed that it took nine presses on the control to attain the highest temperature as opposed to six or seven on other models. It takes longer to respond when you alter the cooking temperature, so you might have to alter settings multiple times before your pan is at the right temperature.

This model is 60cm long and has four cooking zones, including a half-flex zone where two zones can be joined to accommodate larger pots and pans. It features a dual-ring design and can function on both 'normal as well as 'boost' power levels. Boost is ideal for frying, searing meat or bringing pots of water to a rapid boiling point.

It is fully connected to the hOn app and includes hundreds of recipes, a guide to cooking, and 30 unique programmes divided into different food categories and types of preparation. It comes with a user-friendly multislider interface and a 'lockable control panel. Additionally, it is able to automatically detect the type of pan you're using and set up the right cooking mode. It's also compatible with hOn pans made by third party companies 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 in your kitchen, or seeking a better alternative to gas induction hobs, they are becoming increasingly popular. Prices have slashed dramatically over the last few years. The basic four-zone models are now available for less than PS100. If you are looking for the most modern induction technology, it's worth the extra cost.

This sleek model from Smeg comes with the most advanced induction technology to make cooking more efficient and convenient. The unique Auto-pot detection system automatically detects the position of pots that have minimum diameters of 9cm, allowing you to activate the appropriate zone without having to manually select it.

Smeg's focus is on energy savings but it doesn't forget the flexibility of this appliance - it can be adjusted to save power based on the maximum temperatures of the zones. There are options to save even more energy using the Eco-Logic advance mode, which reduces the power output from 11.1 kW to as little as 2.4 2 kW.

Testers were awed by this hob's user-friendly interface with easy-to-use controls that slide along the edges of the hob in order to follow your pan. The control panel's colour scheme lets you quickly see the operating status of each zone, while the Flexi Duo function allows you to connect two zones together to accommodate larger pots. There are many useful functions, including four cooking presets for automatic cooking (melting boiling, melting, slow cooking and keeping warm) and a Power Boost for super-quick results.

Additionally the hob comes with a 'FlameSensor' that warns you when there is a danger of a burning or burning food. There are a variety of safety features, such as a residual heat indicator and an auto shut-off feature if the surface becomes too hot.

It is also resistant to tough stains, and has a CleanProtect protective coating. This hob is easy to install and features nine power levels, as well as an excellent 'FlexiDuo' feature that allows catering for large pans. There are also a number of extra features, like control locks 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 make use of copper plates that create a magnetic field when the pan is placed on the top. This means they can reach temperatures more quickly than gas hobs. They also save energy as the cooking area only heats up when you turn on the pan. They're generally less expensive than gas, and they're easier to wipe clean too making them an extremely popular option.

Indesit's induction cooktop is packed of features to allow you to be creative when cooking. It has two separate zones that can be combined to form a Dual Zone to accommodate larger pans, as well as a rapid booster zone to quickly bring boiling water to. For instance, the Push&Go lets you cook flawlessly at the touch a button. The controls are easy to use and allow you to choose nine power options, including the P boost option which gives the highest power for each zone for five minutes.

The controls are also simple to use and have a modern, minimalist design that's ideal for a contemporary kitchen. In our tests, it cooked pasta water in a flash and was quick to heat up once we placed an oven on the Booster zone. However, it took a long time to cool off after we turned off the hob. Additionally, our testers found it difficult to determine the precise temperature on the control panel.

This Indesit hob also has the bridge function, which allows you to connect two cooking zones for larger pans. It comes with a child lock and an overheating block as well as an automatic switch-off system which stops the hob from operating when it becomes too hot. Our test participants were impressed that there were no visible flames that were messy and messy, ovens and hobs uk the ceramic glass is easy to clean. Ventilated hobs uk unlike traditional extractors draw smoke and steam from the pan and out of the room through an air duct that is located on the surface. Our experts thought that this hob's duct was easy to clean, even though it required two people to take the filter to change it.

4. Induction Hob from GE

Consider how the stove will be able to fit into the layout and design of your kitchen, as well as what your cooking style. For example, if you frequently cook with children or elderly people in mind, security features such as an automatic shut-off feature and cool to the touch surface could make an induction cooker the best hobs choice. If you're looking for speed and efficiency, a ceramic glass fascia on an electric hob is the ideal alternative. Gas hobs are an excellent option for those who live in areas susceptible to power outages.