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How to Choose the Best Hob

There are lots of factors to consider when choosing the best hob (helpful resources), from cost to energy efficiency. Therefore, deciding which features are important is crucial.

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

1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob

With four cooking zones and three 'Push&Go' functions this hob from Haier will allow you to cook quick meals. It was also one of the most efficient on test to boil water, taking less than four minutes. It comes with an child lock and pause function so you can stop the process quickly without having to mess with controls.

Its design is sleek, modern and is a great match for modern kitchens. It is typically made from glass (which is shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic. The controls are touch-sensitive, and they sit directly on the worktop.

The controls were simple to operate and we loved the display that displays the current power level and which zone is active. The 'Boost' feature produces high-powered heat for a short duration, and is ideal for stir-frying or bringing pans of water to the boil quickly. The hob's hot light and the automatic shutoff are helpful safety features, too.

It's not as responsive as the other hobs tested in this test. It took nine presses to reach the maximum temperature, as opposed to six or seven for other models. It takes longer to react when you alter the cooking temperature, meaning you may need to alter settings several times before your pan reaches the right heat.

This 60 cm model includes four cooking zones, including a half-flex zone where two zones can be joined together to accommodate larger pans and pots. It comes with dual-ring design and can operate on both 'normal' and 'boost power levels. It is perfect for cooking and searing meat, or bringing pots of water to a rapid boiling point.

It's fully integrated with the hOn app and boasts 100's of recipes, with cooking instructions and 30 different programs that are divided into various food categories and preparation styles. It has a multislider control panel that has a lockable interface' that detects the type pan you are using to determine the appropriate cooking mode. It's also compatible oven with hob third-party hOn pan sets and has a range of safety features, such as the control panel that can be locked and boil-dry protection.

2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob

Induction hobs have become increasingly popular, whether renovating your kitchen or looking for a non-gas option. Prices have slashed dramatically over the past few years. Basic four-zone models are now sold at less than PS100. If you want all the bells and whistles that are included in the induction system it's worth the extra cost for the most up-to-date technology.

This sleek model from Smeg has the latest induction technology to make cooking more efficient and convenient. The innovative Auto-pot detection system automatically detects the position of pots that have a minimum diameter of 9 cm, allowing you to select the correct zone without having to manually select it.

Smeg's main focus is on energy savings, but it doesn't ignore the flexibility of this appliance - it can be adjusted to conserve energy based on the highest operating temperatures of the zones. Eco-Logic advanced mode allows you to reduce energy consumption, reducing the power output to as little as 2.4kW.

The user-friendly interface of this cooker impressed testers, with its simple sliding controls that follow your pan's edge the edge of it. The control panel's color-coded design makes it easy to identify the status of each zone. The "Flexi duo" function lets you connect two zones to accommodate larger pans. There are numerous useful features, including four automatic cooking settings: melting, boiling, slow-cooking and keeping warm.

In addition to this the hob comes with a 'FlameSensor' which alerts you when there is a risk of a fire or burnt-on food. There are also several safety features, including a residual heat indicator as well as an auto shut-off feature if the surface is too hot.

It also has an anti-corrosive CleanProtect coating to help it resist tough marks and stains from cooking. The stove is simple to install and has nine power levels and an excellent 'FlexiDuo' feature for catering to large pans. There are several bonus features, such as control locks, as well as a safety fuse to prevent accidental button pushing.

3. Indesit I-Flex Induction hob and oven

Induction hobs are powered by electricity, not gas. They utilize copper plates to generate a magnetic force when a pan or pot is placed on them. This means they can heat up faster than gas hobs, and can also reduce energy consumption since the cooking zone only heats up when you turn on a pan. They're generally less expensive than gas, and they're easier to clean making them a popular choice.

Indesit's induction stove is packed full of features to allow you to develop your cooking ideas. It has two cooking zones that can be combined to create an Integrated Zone for larger pans and the Booster Zone is quick to bring water to a boiling point quickly. A range of automatic functions such as Push&Go let you cook your food perfectly at the touch of a button. There are nine power modes, including a 'P boost setting that grants each zone maximum power for 5 minutes, can be easily set using the controls, which move across the bottom of the hob to follow your pans.

The controls are simple to use, and the minimalist design is perfect for a modern kitchen. In our tests, it quickly heated up a pan once we placed it on the Booster Zone, and boiling pasta water. However it took an extended time to cool down after we shut off the hob. Our testers found it difficult to pinpoint the exact temperature on the control panel.

This Indesit hob also has a bridge function that allows the user to combine two cooking zones for larger pans. It also comes with a child lock and an overheating block, as well as an auto switch-off system that stops the hob working when it's too hot. The ceramic glass is easy to clean and there are no flames visible. Our testers were impressed by that. Ventilated hobs, unlike traditional extractors, draw steam and smoke from the pan out of the room by a duct on the surface. The duct on this hob is easy to clean, however it took two people in order to take the filter out.

4. GE Induction Hob

When choosing a new hob think about how it will fit into your kitchen's design and layout, in addition to your cooking style and lifestyle. Induction hobs are an excellent option if you cook with children or the elderly in mind. They are equipped with safety features like automatic shut-offs and a cool-to-touch surface. For those who value speed and efficiency, a ceramic glass fascia on an electric hob is the ideal option. Gas hobs are a great choice for those who live in areas susceptible to power outages.