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How to Choose the Best Hob There are a lot of aspects to take into consideration when selecting the ideal hob, ranging from the price to energy efficiency. Determine which features are the most important. A basic ceramic electric hob can cost just PS100. However you'll have to pay more for a model with numerous features. Gas hobs are another popular choice and provide great temperature control, however they are pricier. 1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob With four cooking zones and three 'Push&Go' functions, this stove from Haier can assist you in making quick meals. It was also one of the fastest tested to boil water, which took just under four minutes. It comes with a child lock and the ability to pause, which means you can stop the process in a snap without having to mess with controls. Its design is sleek, contemporary, and works well with contemporary kitchens. It's usually made from glass (shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic, and comes with controls that are in the same place as the worktop for ease of use. The controls were simple to use and we appreciated the display that displays the current power level as well as which zone is active. The 'Boost” feature generates powerful heat in a short time. It's ideal for stir-frying and quickly heating up pans. 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. We found that it took nine presses on the control to attain the highest temperature compared with six or seven on other models. It takes longer to react when you alter the cooking temperature, meaning 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. One of the zones is a half-flex which allows two areas to easily be joined to accommodate larger pans or pots. Dual-ring design permits it to operate on both “normal” and “boost” power levels. Boost is ideal for frying, searing meat or bringing pans of water to the rapid boiling point. It is fully connected to the hOn App and has 100's of recipes, guided cooking, and 30 different programs divided into various food categories and types of cooking. It has an intuitive multislider interface and a 'lockable control panel. Additionally, it will automatically recognize the type of pan you're using and set up the correct cooking mode. It's also compatible with hOn pans made by third parties and has a number of security features, including a lockable panel as well as boil-dry prevention. 2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob When you're doing work in your kitchen or searching for a substitute to gas induction hobs, induction hobs are becoming more popular. Prices have dropped drastically in the past few years. The basic four-zone models are now sold at less than PS100. However, if you're looking for all the bells and whistles that are included in the induction system it's worth paying more to get the latest technology. This sleek model from Smeg features the latest induction technology that makes cooking more efficient and energy efficient. The Auto-pot detection system recognises pots with a diameter of at least 9 centimetres and then automatically will activate the zone that is appropriate. Smeg's focus is on energy savings however, it doesn't overlook the possibility of flexibility. The hob can be adjusted to conserve power based on the maximum temperatures that the zones can operate at. Eco-Logic advanced mode lets you to reduce energy consumption, reducing the power output to as little as 2.4kW. Testers were impressed by the user-friendly interface of this hob that has intuitive controls that slide along the edges of the hob, allowing it to follow the pan. The control panel's color-coded design 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 cooking presets for automatic cooking (melting boiling, melting slow cooking, and keeping warm) and a Power Boost for quick results. In addition to this the hob also has a 'FlameSensor' that warns you of any danger of a fire or food that has been burned. There are a variety of safety features, including a residual heat indicator as well as an auto shut-off feature if the surface becomes too hot. It also resists tough stains and features an anti-smudge coating called CleanProtect. This hob has nine power levels, a 'FlexiDuo feature' for accommodating large pans and is simple to set up. There are a host of extra features, such as locking controls and an emergency fuse in the event of accidental button pushing. 3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob They are powered by electricity, not gas, induction hobs make use of copper plates that create a magnetic field when the pan is set on top. This means that they can reach temperatures more quickly than gas hobs. They can also reduce energy consumption since the cooking zone only gets hot 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 hob is full of features to help you get creative in the cooking. It has two separate cooking zones that can be combined to create the Dual Zone for larger pans as well as a rapid Booster zone that can bring water to boiling point quickly. For instance, the Push&Go lets you cook flawlessly by pressing a button. And nine power modes that include a 'P boost setting that grants each zone maximum power for 5 minutes, can be easily selected using the controls, which are positioned along the bottom edge of the hob to track the pans. The controls are also simple to use and have an elegant, minimalist design that is perfect for a modern kitchen. In our tests it quickly heated up a pan after we placed it on the Booster Zone, and pasta water that was boiling. oven took some time to cool down after turning off the hob, and the testers could not determine the exact temperature on the control panel. This Indesit hob also comes with a bridge function, which allows the user to combine two cooking zones to make 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. Our testers appreciated the fact that there weren't any visible flames that were messy and messy, and the glass was easy to wipe clean. Ventilated hobs unlike traditional extractors draw smoke and steam from the pan and out of the room via a duct on the surface. Our experts thought that the duct of this hob was simple 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 work with your kitchen's layout and design and what your cooking style. Induction hobs are a good choice if you cook with children or older people in mind. They are equipped with safety features like automatic shut-offs and a cool-to-touch surface. If you're looking for speed and efficiency, a ceramic glass front on an electric hob is the best option. Gas hobs are an excellent option for those who live in areas susceptible to power outages.