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How to Choose the Best Hob

There are lots of factors to take into consideration when selecting the best hob, from price to energy efficiency. Decide what features are most important.

A basic electric ceramic stove can cost as low as PS100 However, you'll need to spend more for a model with a lot of features. Gas hobs, which are popular and offer great temperature control but are more expensive, are another alternative.

1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob

This Haier hob comes with four cooking zones, three "Push&Go" functions and can assist you in making quick meals. It was also one of the quickest tests to boil water, which took just under four minutes. It has a child lock and the ability to pause, which means you can stop the process in a snap without having to fiddle with controls.

Its style is sleek and 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 rest in a flush position on the countertop.

The controls were simple to use and we appreciated the display that shows the current power level and the zone that is currently in use. The "Boost" feature creates powerful heat in a short time. It is perfect for stir-frying and rapidly boiling pans. The hob's hot light and automatic shutdown are useful security features, too.

However it's not as responsive to touch as other hobs tested in this test. It took nine presses to reach the maximum temperature, compared to six or seven for other models. It takes a bit 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.

The model measures 60 cm and comes with four cooking zones. One of it is a half-flex zone, where two areas can easily be joined to accommodate larger pots or pans. The dual-ring design allows it to operate with both "normal" and "boost" power levels. It is perfect for cooking and searing meat, or bringing water pans to a rapid boil.

It is fully integrated with the hOn app and includes 100's of recipes, guides for cooking, and 30 special programmes divided into different food categories and types of preparation. It features a simple multislider interface and a 'lockable control panel. In addition, it is able to automatically detect the kind of pan you're using and set up the proper cooking mode. It is also compatible with hOn cookware from third party companies and has a number of security features, including the ability to lock the panel and boil-dry prevention.

2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob

Induction hobs are becoming increasingly popular, whether you're renovating your kitchen or looking for a gas-free alternative. Prices have slashed over the past few years, with basic four-zone models costing less than PS100. If you want the latest induction technology, it's worth paying a little more.

This sleek model from Smeg has the latest induction technology to make cooking more efficient and convenient. The revolutionary Auto-pot detection technology automatically recognises the position of pots with minimum diameters of 9 cm, allowing you to select the correct zone without having to manually select it.

Smeg's attention to energy savings does not mean that they don't offer flexibility The hob is built to save power by setting the maximum operating temperature of the zones to meet your cooking needs. Eco-Logic advanced mode lets you to save more energy, reducing the power output to as low as 2.4kW.

Testers were impressed by the hob's user-friendly design, with intuitive sliding controls that move along the edges of the hob in order to follow the pan. The control panel's color-coded layout makes it easy to determine the state of each zone. The 'Flexi Duo" feature lets you to connect two zones to accommodate larger pans. There are many useful functions including four automatic cooking presets: melting boiling, slow-cooking, and keeping warm.

The oven also comes with a FlameSensor which will alert you when there's a risk of a meal that's been burned or a fire. There are other safety features, including an indicator of residual heat and an auto shut-off feature if the surface is too hot.

It also resists tough stains, and has a CleanProtect protective coating. The hob comes with nine power levels as well as a 'FlexiDuo feature' for accommodating large pans and is simple to set up. There are some additional features like locking controls and an emergency fuse to stop accidental button pushing.

3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob

Induction hobs uk are powered by electricity, not gas. They make use of copper plates to generate a magnetic force when a pan or pot is placed on them. This means they can reach temperatures more quickly than gas hobs. They also save energy as the cooking area only gets hot when you turn on the pan. They're generally cheaper to run than gas and are simpler to clean, which makes them an extremely popular option.

This induction hob by Indesit is packed with features that make it easy to get creative in the kitchen. It has two separate cooking zones that can be combined to create the Dual Zone for larger pans as well as an accelerated Booster zone to bring water to the boiling point quickly. A range of functions that are automatic such as Push&Go lets you achieve perfectly cooked dishes at the touch of the button. Nine power modes that include a 'P boost setting that grants each zone maximum power for five minutes, can be easily selected using the controls, which move along the bottom edge of the hob to follow the pans.

The controls are easy to operate ovens and hobs uk feature modern, minimalist designs that's ideal for a contemporary kitchen. In our tests, it cooked pasta water in a snap and quickly heated up after placing a pan on the Booster zone. However, it took an extended time to cool down once it was turned off from the hob and our testers were unable to pinpoint the exact temperature on the control panel.

This Indesit hob also has the bridge function, which allows you to combine two cooking zones to make larger pans. It has a child lock and an overheating block as well as an automatic shut-off mechanism that prevents the oven hob from operating when it becomes too hot. The ceramic glass is simple to clean and there are no visible flames. Our testers were impressed by the fact that there was no visible flame. Contrary to traditional extractor hoods vented hobs draw steam and smoke away from the pan and out of the room via an air duct on the surface. Our experts believed that the duct of this hob was simple to clean, even though it took two people to lift the filter to change it.

4. Induction Hob manufactured by GE

When selecting a kitchen appliance, consider how it fits to your kitchen's design and layout, as well as your cooking style and life. Induction hobs are a great choice if you cook with children or older people in mind. They have 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 best oven uk choice. Gas hobs are an excellent option for those who live in areas that are susceptible to power outages.