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There are lots of factors to take into consideration when selecting the best hob, from cost 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 pay 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 hob comes with four cooking zones, three "Push&Go" functions and can assist you in making quick meals. It was also one of the most efficient tested to boil water, taking just under four minutes. It's child-safe and comes with an pause feature, meaning you can quickly stop the process without having to mess around using controls.
Its design is sleek, contemporary and blends well with contemporary kitchens. It is typically made of glass (which is shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic. The controls are touch-sensitive and sit flush on the worktop.
The controls were simple to use and we loved the display which shows the current power level and which zone is active. The "Boost" feature produces high-powered heat in a short time. It's ideal for stir-frying and rapidly boiling 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. We found that it took nine presses of the control to achieve the highest temperature, compared with seven or six on other models. It takes longer to respond when you alter the cooking temperature, meaning you may need to alter settings several times before your pan reaches the right heat.
This model is 60cm long and has four cooking zones. One of them is a half-flex zone, where two areas can easily be joined to accommodate larger pans or pots. It comes with a dual-ring design and is able to operate on both normal and oven Hob boost power levels. It is perfect for cooking meat, searing it or bringing pots of water to the rapid boiling point.
It is fully connected through the hOn App, and offers hundreds of recipes, a guide to cooking, and 30 different programs that are divided into different food categories and types of cooking. It features a simple multislider interface and a 'lockable' control panel, plus it can automatically detect the kind of pan you're using and set the correct cooking mode. It also works with hOn cookware from third parties and has various safety features such as the ability to lock the panel and boil-dry prevention.
2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob
If you're working in your kitchen, or seeking a better alternative to gas, induction hobs are becoming increasingly popular. Prices have dropped dramatically in the last few years. Basic four-zone models can be found for less that PS100. But if you want all the bells and whistles that come with induction it's worth the extra cost for the latest innovations.
This sleek-looking model from Smeg comes with the most modern induction technology to make your cooking energy efficient and convenient. The Auto-pot detection system detects pots that have dimensions of at least 9 cm and then automatically activates the zone that is appropriate.
Smeg's attention to energy savings does not leave out flexibility too The hob is built to save power by setting the maximum operating temperature of the zones to meet your cooking requirements. Eco-Logic advanced mode lets you to reduce energy consumption by reducing the power output to as low as 2.4kW.
Testers were impressed by the hob's user-friendly design with easy-to-use controls that move along the edge of the hob in order to follow your pan. The control panel's colour scheme allows you to quickly determine the operating status of each zone, and the Flexi Duo function allows you to connect two zones together to accommodate larger pans. There are plenty of useful functions, including four cooking presets for automatic cooking (melting, boiling, slow cooking and keeping warm) and a Power Boost for quick results.
In addition, the hob has a 'FlameSensor' which alerts you when there is a danger of a fire or food that has been burned. There are a variety of safety features, such as a residual heat indicator as well as an auto shut-off feature if the surface becomes too hot.
It also resists hard stains and comes with an anti-smudge coating called CleanProtect. This hob is easy to set up and comes with nine power levels, as well as the handy FlexiDuo feature for catering for induction Hob large pans. There are a few bonus features like control locks, as well as a safety fuse to protect against accidental button pushing.
3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob
Induction hobs are powered by electricity and not gas. They use copper plates to generate magnetic force when a pan or pot is placed on them. They are able to heat up quicker than gas hobs, and they use less energy since the cooking zone only gets hot when you turn on the pan. They're generally cheaper to run than gas and are easier to wipe clean too and that's why they're a popular option.
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 the Dual Zone for larger pots and the Booster Zone is quick to bring water to the boiling point quickly. Push&Go, for example, allows you to cook perfectly with the click of one button. The controls are easy to operate and allow you to choose nine power options, including a P boost setting that provides maximum power for each zone for five minutes.
The controls are easy to operate and feature modern, minimalist designs that's perfect for a modern kitchen. In our tests, it swiftly heated up a pan after we put it on the Booster Zone and boiling pasta water. It took some time to cool down after turning off the hob, and the testers were unable to determine the exact temperature on the control panel.
Alongside the Dual Zone and Push&Go, this Indesit hob has a useful bridge function that allows you to combine two cooking zones to fit larger pans. It comes with a child lock as well as an overheating block. It also has an automatic shut-off mechanism that prevents the hob from working if it gets too hot. Our test subjects were pleased that there were no visible flames or flammable substances and the ceramic glass was easy to wipe clean. In contrast to traditional extractor hoods, vented hobs draw steam and smoke away from the pan and out of the room through an air duct on the surface. Our experts thought that the duct on this hob was easy to keep clean, although it required two people to lift the filter out to change it.
4. Induction Hob manufactured by General Electric
When choosing a new hob think about how it will fit to your kitchen's style and layout, in addition to your cooking style and lifestyle. Induction hobs are a great option if you cook with children or older people in mind. They come with safety features like automatic shut-offs and a cool to touch surface. For those who are looking for speed and efficiency using a ceramic glass facia on an electric hob is the best choice. If you live in areas prone to load-shedding, the capability to use gas hobs in power outages may tip the scales in favour of a gas model.