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How to Choose the Best Hob

There are a lot of aspects to consider when choosing the best ovens hob, from the price to energy efficiency. Determine which features are the most important.

A basic electric ceramic stove could cost as low as PS100 however, you'll have to spend more for a model with a lot of features. Gas hobs are also a popular choice, and offer great temperature control, however they are pricier.

1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob

This Haier hob comes with four cooking zones with three "Push&Go" functions, and can help you prepare quick meals. It was also one of the most efficient on test to boil water, taking less than four minutes. It has a child lock and an pause feature, so you can stop the process in a snap without having to fiddle with controls.

Its style is sleek and modern it blends seamlessly with contemporary kitchens. It is typically made from glass (which is heatproof and hobs and ovens (squareblogs.net) shatterproof) or Hob Uk ceramic. The controls are touch-sensitive and sit flush on the worktop.

The controls are simple to use, and 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 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 safety features, too.

However it's not as sensitive to touch as other hobs tested in this test. We observed that it took nine presses on the control to reach the highest temperature, in contrast to seven or six on other models. It takes longer to react when you alter the cooking temperature, so you may need to alter settings multiple times before your pan is ready to cook at the proper temperature.

The model in 60 cm includes four cooking zones, including a half-flex area where two areas can be joined to accommodate larger pans and pots. The dual-ring design allows it to operate on both "normal" and "boost" power levels. Boost is ideal for frying, searing meat or bringing pans of water to a rapid boiling point.

It is fully connected to the hOn App, and offers 100's of recipes, guided cooking, and 30 different programs that are divided into different food categories and types of preparation. It features a simple multislider interface, as well as a lockable control panel. In addition, it is able to automatically detect the kind of pan you're using and set up the correct cooking mode. It is also compatible with hOn cookware from third party companies and has various safety features such as a lockable panel and boil-dry prevention.

2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob

Whether you're having work done on your kitchen or simply looking for an alternative to gas induction hobs, they are becoming increasingly popular. Prices have dropped in the last few years, with basic four-zone models costing less than PS100. But if you want all the bells and whistles that include induction, it's worth paying extra for the latest innovations.

This sleek model from Smeg comes with the most advanced induction technology that makes cooking more efficient and convenient. The Auto-pot detection system recognises pots that have a diameter of at least 9cm and then automatically selects the appropriate zone.

Smeg's attention to energy savings does not leave out flexibility too - this hob is designed to conserve power by setting the maximum operating temperature of the zones to suit your cooking needs. There are options to save even more energy by using the Eco-Logic advance mode that reduces the power output from 11.1 kW to as low as 2.4 kW.

The user-friendly interface of this hob impressed testers, thanks to its intuitive sliding controls that follow your pan's edge the edges of it. The control panel's color scheme lets you quickly see the status of each zone, while the Flexi Duo function allows you to connect two zones together to accommodate larger pots. There are a variety of useful functions, including four automated cooking presets: melting, boiling, slow-cooking and keeping warm.

In addition to this the hob comes with a 'FlameSensor' that warns you if there is any danger of a fire or burnt-on food. There are several safety features such as a residual heat sensor and an automatic switch-off when the surface is too hot.

It's also hard-wearing with a protective CleanProtect coating to help it resist tough staining and cooking marks. The stove is simple to install and has nine power levels as well as the handy FlexiDuo feature for catering to large pans. There are also a number of additional features, like control locks and a safety fuse in case of accidental button-pushing.

3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob

They are powered by electricity, not gas, induction stoves utilize copper plates that create a magnetic field when the pan is placed on top. This means they can heat up more quickly than gas hobs, and can also reduce energy consumption since the cooking area only is heated when you turn on a pan. They're generally cheaper to run than gas and are simpler to clean, which makes them an extremely popular option.

Indesit's induction stove is packed full of features that will allow you to develop your cooking ideas. 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 water to a boil. Push&Go, for example, lets you cook flawlessly at the touch a button. There are nine power modes including a 'P-boost' setting that gives each zone maximum power for 5 minutes, can be easily selected using the controls, which move across the bottom of the hob to track the pans.

The controls are also easy to operate and feature an elegant, minimalist design that's ideal for a contemporary kitchen. In our tests, it boiled pasta water in a flash and quickly heated up when we put a pan on the Booster zone. However it took a long time to cool down once it was turned off from the hob. Our testers found it difficult to determine the precise temperature on the control panel.

This Indesit hob also comes with a bridge function that allows you to combine two cooking zones for larger pans. It also comes with a child lock and overheating block and an auto shut-off feature that stops the appliance from working when it's overheated. Our test participants were impressed that there weren't any messy, visible flames and the ceramic glass was easy to clean. Ventilated hobs in contrast to traditional extractors draw steam and smoke from the pan out of the room through an air duct that is located on the surface. The vent on this hob was easy to clean, but it took two people to take the filter out.

4. Induction Hob manufactured by General Electric