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How to Choose the Best Hob

There are many factors to consider when choosing the best ovens and hobs hob, from cost to energy efficiency. Therefore, deciding on the features that are important is essential.

A basic electric ceramic hob can cost as low as PS100 however, you'll have to shell out more for a feature-packed model. Gas hobs are another popular choice, and offer great temperature control, but they're more expensive.

1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob

This Haier hob comes with four cooking zones, three 'Push&Go" functions and can aid in cooking quick meals. It was also one of the fastest on test to boil water, taking just under four minutes. It has a child lock and the ability to pause, which means you can stop the process quickly without having to fiddle with controls.

Its style is modern and sleek and blends well with modern kitchens. It is usually made of glass (shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic, and comes with controls that are in the same place as the worktop for easy use.

The controls are simple to use and we liked the clear display which tells you the current power setting and which of the five zones is active. The 'Boost' feature generates high-powered heat for a brief period of time, and is ideal for stir-frying, or bringing pans of water to the boil quickly. Safety features like the hot hob light and automatic shutoff are useful.

It's not as responsive as other hobs tested in this test. We observed that it took nine presses on the control to achieve the highest temperature, compared with six or seven on other models. It takes a bit longer for the pan to respond when you alter the temperature. You may need to adjust the settings a few times to achieve the correct temperature.

The model measures 60 cm and comes with four cooking zones. One of it 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 that is able to operate on both normal and boost power levels. It is perfect for cooking and searing meat, or bringing water pans to a rapid boil.

It is fully connected through the hOn App, and offers 100's of recipes, guides for cooking, and 30 different programmes divided into different food categories and types of cooking. It has a multislider control panel with a 'lockable interface' that can identify the type pan you are using to determine the appropriate cooking mode. It also works with hOn pans from third-party manufacturers and comes with a variety of security features, including the control panel that can be locked and boil-dry protection.

2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob

Induction hobs have become increasingly popular, whether you are renovating your kitchen or looking for a gas-free option. Prices have dropped drastically in the last few years. Basic four-zone models are now sold for less that PS100. However, if you're looking for all the bells and whistles that are included in the induction system, it's worth paying extra for the most up-to-date technology.

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

Smeg's main focus is on energy savings, but it doesn't ignore the flexibility of this appliance - it can be adjusted to conserve energy based on the maximum operating temperatures of the zones. There are also options to save energy with the Eco-Logic advance mode, which reduces the power output from 11.1 kW to as low as 2.4 4 kW.

The user-friendly interface of this cooker impressed testers, thanks to its intuitive sliding controls that follow your pan along the edges of it. The control panel's color-coded design makes it easy to determine the status of each zone. The 'Flexi Duo" function allows you connect two zones to accommodate larger pans. There are many useful functions including four automatic cooking settings: melting, boiling, slow-cooking, and keeping warm.

Additionally, the hob has a 'FlameSensor' which alerts you of any danger of a fire or food that has been burned. There are a variety of safety features such as a residual heat sensor as well as an automatic shut-off if the surface is too hot.

It's also hard-wearing with the CleanProtect coating that is designed to help it resist tough stains and cooking marks. The hob uk is simple to set up and has nine power levels and a handy 'FlexiDuo' feature that allows catering for large pans. There are also a number of additional features, including locking controls and a safety fuse in the event of accidental button-pushing.

3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob

Powered by electricity rather than gas, induction hobs make use of copper plates that create a magnetic field when a pan is placed on the top. They are able to heat up faster than gas hobs and they use less energy since the cooking area only gets hot when you turn on your pan. They're generally cheaper to run than gas and are easier to wipe clean too, Hob and Oven which makes them a popular option.

Indesit's induction stove is packed full of features to help you develop your cooking ideas. It has two cooking zones that can be combined to create an Integrated Zone for larger pots and a rapid Booster zone to bring water to the boiling point quickly. A range of automatic functions such as Push&Go let you cook your food perfectly with the click of a button. The controls are simple to operate and let you select nine power options, including a P boost setting that provides maximum power for each zone for five minutes.

The controls are easy to use and have a modern, minimalist design that's perfect for a modern kitchen. In our tests it quickly heated up a pan once we placed it on the Booster Zone, and boiling pasta water. However it took an extended time to cool off after we turned off the hob. Our testers were unable to determine the precise temperature on the control panel.

This Indesit hob also features a bridge function, which allows you to combine two cooking zones to make larger pans. It also has an overheating and child lock block and an auto shut-off feature that stops the hob working when it's too hot. The ceramic glass is easy to clean and there are no flames visible. Our testers liked the fact that there was no visible flame. Unlike a traditional extractor hood vented hobs draw steam and smoke out of the pan and out of the room through a duct in the surface. The duct on this hob is easy to clean, but it required two people in order to remove the filter.

4. GE Induction Hob

Consider how the stove can work with the layout and design of your kitchen as well as what your cooking style is. Induction hobs are a good choice if you cook with children or older people in mind. They have safety features such as automatic shut-offs as well as a cool-to-touch surface. For those who are looking for speed and efficiency, a ceramic glass fascia on an electric hob is the best choice. Gas hobs are a good choice for those who live in areas that are susceptible to power outages.