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How to Choose the Best Hob

There are lots of factors to consider when choosing the best hob, from cost to energy efficiency. So deciding what features are important is crucial.

A basic electric ceramic hob could cost as low as PS100 However, you'll need to shell out more to get a high-end model. Gas hobs, also popular and provide excellent temperature control but are more expensive, are a different alternative.

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 among the fastest on test to boil water, taking less than four minutes. It comes with a child lock and pause function so you can stop the process in a snap without having to mess with controls.

Its design is sleek and contemporary 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 easy to use, and we appreciated the clear display which tells the current power setting, and which of the five zones are in use. The 'Boost" feature produces high-powered heat in a brief time. It is ideal to stir fry and speedily heating up pans. The hot hob light and auto shut-off are great safety features, too.

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

This model is 60cm long and has four cooking zones. One of them is a half-flex zone that allows two zones to easily be joined to accommodate larger pots or pans. Dual-ring design permits it to operate at both "normal" and "boost" power levels. It is perfect for cooking and searing meat, or bringing pans of water to the rapid boil.

It's fully integrated with the hOn app and boasts 100's of recipes with guided cooking and 30 unique programs divided into different food categories and preparation styles. It has an intuitive multislider interface, as well as a lockable control panel. Additionally, it can automatically detect the type of pan you're using and set up the right cooking mode. It is also compatible with hOn pans from third-party manufacturers and comes with various safety features like a lockable panel and boil-dry prevention.

2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob

Whether you're having work done on your kitchen or simply seeking a better alternative to gas induction hobs and ovens, they are becoming increasingly popular. Prices have plummeted in the last few years, with basic four-zone models costing less than PS100. But if you want all the bells and whistles that are included in the induction system, it's worth paying extra to get the latest technology.

This sleek model from Smeg features the latest induction technology to make cooking more energy-efficient and convenient. The Auto-pot detection system recognises pots with an overall diameter of at least 9 cm and then automatically selects the appropriate zone.

Smeg's primary focus is on energy efficiency, but it doesn't ignore the flexibility of this appliance - it can be adjusted to conserve energy based on the maximum temperatures that the zones can operate at. Eco-Logic advanced mode enables you to save more energy by reducing power output to as little as 2.4kW.

The user-friendly interface of this stove was a hit with testers, thanks to its intuitive sliding controls that follow your pan along the edge of it. The control panel's color-coded layout makes it easy to determine the state of each zone. The "Flexi duo" function allows the connection of two zones to accommodate larger pans. There are many useful features, including four automatic cooking presets: melting, boiling, slow-cooking and keeping warm.

Additionally the hob also has a 'FlameSensor' that warns you if there is any risk of fire or food that has been burned. There are other safety features, like a residual heat indicator and an automatic shut-off when the surface is too hot.

It is also resistant to hard stains and comes with a protective coating of CleanProtect. The hob comes with nine power levels, an 'FlexiDuo feature' that is perfect for accommodating large pans and is easy to install. There are several bonus features such as locking controls ovens and hobs uk a safety fuse to prevent accidental button pushing.

3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob

Induction hobs are powered by electricity and not gas. They utilize copper plates to create magnetic force when a pan or pot is placed on them. This means they can reach a temperature faster than gas hobs, and also conserve energy since the cooking zone only is heated when you turn on a pan. They are generally cheaper to run than gas, and they are also simpler to clean.

Indesit's induction hob is full of features to allow you to get creative in the cooking. It comes with two cooking zones that can be combined to create the Dual Zone for larger pans as well as the Booster Zone is quick to bring water to the boil quickly. Push&Go, for example, lets you cook flawlessly by pressing one button. There are nine power modes, including a 'P boost setting that gives each zone maximum power for five minutes, can be easily selected using the controls, which are positioned across the bottom of the hob to track your pans.

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 snap and quickly heated up once we placed an oven and hob in the Booster zone. It took a while to cool down after turning off the hob, and the testers were unable to determine the exact temperature on the control panel.

In addition to a Dual Zone and Push&Go, the Indesit hob comes with a bridge function that lets you connect two cooking zones to suit larger pans. It has a child lock, an overheating block and an automatic switch-off feature that prevents the hob from working if it gets too hot. Our test participants were impressed that there were no visible flames or flammable substances and the glass is easy to clean. Ventilated hobs, unlike traditional extractors, draw smoke and steam from the pan out of the room via an air duct that is located on the surface. The vent on this hob was easy to clean, however it required two people to remove the filter.

4. GE Induction Hob

Consider how the stove can work with your kitchen's layout and design, as well as the style of cooking you prefer. Induction hobs are a great option if you cook with children or older people in mind. They come with safety features such as automatic shut-offs and a cool to touch surface. If you're looking for speed and efficiency using a ceramic glass facia on an electric hob is the ideal alternative. For those who live in areas susceptible to load-shedding, having the ability to use gas hobs during power cuts may tilt the balance in favor of a gas model.