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How to Choose the Best Hob There are a lot of aspects to consider when choosing the ideal hob, ranging from price to energy efficiency. Determine which best oven uk are the most important. A basic ceramic electric hob costs just PS100. However, you will need to pay more for a model that comes with numerous features. Gas hobs are a popular choice and provide great temperature control, however they are more expensive. 1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob This Haier hob has four cooking zones and three “Push&Go” functions, and will assist you in making quick meals. It was also among the quickest tested to boil water, taking less than four minutes. It's child lock-compatible and has an option to pause the process, so you can quickly stop the process without having to mess around with controls. Its style is sleek and contemporary and blends well with modern kitchens. It's typically 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 easy to use, and we liked the display that displays the current power level and the zone that is active. The “Boost” feature produces high-powered heat in a brief time. It is perfect for stir-frying and quickly bringing pans to boil. Safety features like the hob light that is hot or automatic shut-off are also beneficial. However, it's not as responsive to touch as some other hobs in this test. It took nine presses to reach maximum temperature, as opposed to six or seven for other models. It takes longer to respond when you change the cooking temperature, so you may need to alter settings multiple times before your pan is ready to cook at the proper temperature. This 60 cm model has four cooking zones, including a half-flex zone that two zones can be joined to accommodate larger pots and pans. The dual-ring design allows it to be operated at both “normal” and “boost” power levels. The Boost model is great for frying meat, searing it or bringing pots of water to a rapid boiling point. It's fully integrated with the hOn app, and offers hundreds of recipes that include guided cooking and 30 special programs divided into different food categories and preparation styles. It features a multislider controls panel that has a lockable interface' that can identify the type pan you are using to determine the appropriate cooking mode. It's also compatible with third-party hOn sets and comes with a variety of security features, including a lockable control panel and boil-dry protection. 2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob When you're doing work in your kitchen or looking for an alternative to gas induction hobs, induction hobs are becoming increasingly popular. Prices have dropped drastically in the past few years. The basic four-zone models can be found for less than PS100. If you're looking for the latest induction technology, it is worth paying a bit more. This sleek-looking model from Smeg boasts the latest induction technology that makes your cooking efficient and easy. The revolutionary Auto-pot detection technology automatically detects the position of pots with a minimum diameter of 9cm, allowing you to activate the appropriate zone without having to manually select it. Smeg's focus is on energy savings however, it doesn't overlook flexibility – this hob can be adjusted to save power based on the maximum temperatures that the zones can operate at. There are other options to save energy with the Eco-Logic advance mode that reduces the power output from 11.1 kW to as low as 2.4 2 kW. Testers were impressed by the hob's user-friendly design with easy-to-use controls that slide along the edges of the hob, allowing it to follow the pan. The control panel's colour scheme helps you quickly identify the status of each zone, and the Flexi Duo function allows you to connect two zones to accommodate larger pans. There are many useful features, including four automatic cooking presets: melting, boiling, slow-cooking, and keeping warm. In addition to this the hob comes with a 'FlameSensor' which alerts you of any danger of a burning or burning food. There are other safety features, including a residual heat indicator and an auto shut-off feature if the surface gets too hot. It also resists tough stains, and has an anti-smudge coating called CleanProtect. The hob comes with nine power levels, a 'FlexiDuo feature' to allow for large pans, and is easy to put in. There are a few bonus features, such as locking controls and an emergency fuse to stop accidental button pushing. 3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob Induction hobs are powered by electricity, not gas. They use copper plates to create a magnetic force when a pot or pan is placed on them. They heat up faster than gas hobs, and they also consume less energy since the cooking area only gets hot when you turn on the pan. They're generally cheaper to run than gas, and they're easier to clean, which makes them a popular choice. Indesit's induction hob is 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, and a speedy booster zone that can quickly bring boiling water to. Push&Go, for example, allows you to cook with perfection by pressing a button. The controls are easy to use and allow you to select nine power modes including the P boost option that provides maximum power in each zone for five minutes. The controls are also easy to use and have an elegant, minimalist design that is perfect for a modern kitchen. In our tests, it cooked pasta water in a flash and was quick to heat up after placing an oven on the Booster zone. However it took some time to cool down once it was turned off from the hob. Our test participants were unable to pinpoint the exact temperature on the control panel. This Indesit hob also features a bridge function that allows you to connect two cooking zones for larger pans. It also comes with a child lock and overheating block as well as an auto shut-off feature that stops the hob working when it's too hot. The ceramic glass is easy to clean and has no visible flames. Our testers liked that. Ventilated hobs in contrast to traditional extractors draw steam and smoke from the pan out of the room by a duct on the surface. Our experts thought the duct on this hob was easy to keep clean, although it took two people to take the filter out to change it. 4. Induction Hob by GE Consider how the stove will fit into your kitchen's layout and design as well as the style of cooking you prefer. Induction hobs are a great choice for cooking with children or the elderly in mind. They are equipped with safety features such as automatic shut-offs and a cool to touch surface. Alternatively, for those who prioritize efficiency and speed, an electric stove with a clean ceramic glass facia is ideal. For those living in regions that are prone to load-shedding, the capability to use gas hobs during power outages may make the difference in favor of gas models.