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How to Choose the Best Hob When choosing the best hob for your needs there are a lot of aspects to consider. From price to energy efficiency. Determine which features are the most important. ovens can cost as little as PS100 However, you'll need to spend more for a model with a lot of features. Gas hobs are another popular option and offer excellent temperature control, but they're also more expensive. 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 one of the fastest ways to boil water in our tests, taking only four minutes. It comes with a child lock and the ability to pause, which means you can stop the process quickly without having to mess with controls. Its design is sleek, contemporary, and works well with contemporary kitchens. It is usually made of glass (shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic, and features touch controls that sit in the same place as the worktop to make it easy to use. The controls were simple to operate, and we liked the display that displays the current power level as well as which zone is in use. The 'Boost' feature generates high-powered heat for a short period of time, and is ideal for stir-frying, or bringing pans of boiling water to a boil quickly. Safety features like the hot hob light or automatic shutdown are also beneficial. It's not as responsive as other hobs we tested in this test. We found that it took nine presses of the control to attain the highest temperature in contrast to six or seven on other models. It takes a bit longer for the pan to react when you change the temperature. You may have to adjust the settings multiple times to get the right temperature. The model in 60 cm comes with four cooking zones including a half-flex zone that two areas can be joined to accommodate larger pans and pots. Dual-ring design permits it to operate with both “normal” and “boost” power levels. Boost is perfect for frying meat and searing it, or making water come to a quick boil. It's fully integrated with the hOn app and boasts hundreds of recipes that include cooking instructions and 30 different programmes split into different food categories and preparation styles. It comes with a user-friendly multislider interface and a 'lockable control panel. In addition, it is able to automatically detect the type of pan you're using and set the proper cooking mode. It is also compatible with hOn cookware from third-party manufacturers and comes with various safety features such as a lockable panel as well as boil-dry prevention. 2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob Induction hobs are increasingly popular, whether you are renovating your kitchen or are looking for a gas-free alternative. Prices have slashed over the past few years, with the simplest four-zone models starting at less than PS100. If you're looking for the latest induction technology, it is worth the extra cost. This sleek model from Smeg features the latest induction technology that makes cooking more energy-efficient and convenient. The Auto-pot detection system detects pots that have a diameter of at least 9 centimetres and then automatically will activate the zone that is appropriate. Smeg's attention to energy savings doesn't overlook flexibility either This hob is designed to conserve power by altering the maximum operating temperature of the zones to suit your cooking preferences. There are also options to save even more energy using the Eco-Logic advance mode which moderates the power output from 11.1 kW to as low as 2.4 2 kW. Testers were impressed with the hob's user-friendly design, with intuitive sliding controls that slide along the edges of the hob, allowing it to follow the pan. The control panel's color-coded layout makes it easy to identify the state of each zone. The “Flexi duo” feature lets the connection of two zones to accommodate larger pans. There are many useful functions, including four cooking presets that automatically cook (melting boiling slow cooking, and keeping warm) and a Power Boost for quick results. In addition, the hob has an 'FlameSensor' feature that alerts you of any danger of a burning or burning food. There are a variety of safety features, including a residual heat sensor as well as an automatic shut-off if the surface gets too hot. It also has a protective CleanProtect coating to help it resist tough stains and cooking marks. This hob is easy to set up and has nine power levels, as well as a handy 'FlexiDuo' feature for catering to large pans. There are several bonus features such as control locks, as well as a safety fuse to protect against accidental button pressing. 3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob Induction hobs are powered by electricity and not gas. They make use of copper plates to generate an electric force when a pot or pan is placed on them. They are able to heat up faster than gas hobs, and they use less energy because the cooking area only gets hot when you turn on the pan. They're generally less expensive than gas and are simpler to wipe clean too and that's why they're a popular choice. The induction hob made by Indesit is packed full of features that make it easy to get creative in the kitchen. It has two cooking zones that can be combined to form an Integrated Zone for larger pans and the Booster Zone is quick to bring water to the boiling point quickly. Push&Go, for example, allows you to cook with perfection by pressing one button. There are nine power modes including a 'P-boost setting that grants each zone maximum power for five minutes, can be easily set using the controls, which are positioned across the bottom of the hob to track the pans. The controls are easy to operate and feature a modern, minimalist design that is perfect for a modern kitchen. In our tests, it quickly heated up a pan when we placed it on the Booster Zone and boiling pasta water. It took a while for it to cool down after we turned off the hob, and the testers had difficulty seeing 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 switch-off feature that prevents the oven from working when it gets too hot. Ceramic glass is easy to clean and has no visible flames. Our testers were impressed by the fact that there was no visible flame. Ventilated hobs, unlike traditional extractors, draw smoke and steam from the pan and out of the room by a duct on the surface. Our experts believed that the duct of this hob was simple to clean, though it required two people to take the filter out and change it. 4. GE Induction Hob Think about how the hob can work with your kitchen's layout and design, as well as what your cooking style. For instance, if often cook with small children or elderly people in mind, safety features such as an automatic shut-off feature and cool to the touch surface could make an induction hob a better option. If you prioritize speed and efficiency an electric hob that has a glass face that is wipe-clean is a great choice. Gas hobs are a great choice for those who live in areas prone to power outages.