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There are many factors to take into consideration when selecting the best oven uk hob, from price to energy efficiency. Therefore, deciding which features are important is essential.
A basic electric ceramic hob can cost as low as PS100 however, you'll have to spend more to get a high-end model. Gas hobs, which are well-known and offer excellent temperature control, but are more expensive, are another option.
1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob
This Haier hob has four cooking zones with three "Push&Go" functions, and will aid in cooking quick meals. It was also one of the fastest tested to boil water, taking just under four minutes. It's child lock-compatible and features an option to pause the process, so you can stop the process without having to faff around using controls.
Its style is sleek and modern oven and hob is a great match for modern kitchens. It is typically made from glass (which is shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic. The controls are touch-sensitive and sit flush on the worktop.
The controls were easy to use, and we liked the display which shows the current power level as well as which zone is currently in use. The "Boost" feature produces high-powered heat in a short time. It is perfect for stir-frying and rapidly bringing pans to boil. The hob's light that is hot and the automatic shutoff are helpful security features, too.
It's not as responsive as the other hobs we tested in this test. It took nine presses to reach maximum temperature, compared 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 reaches the right heat.
The model in 60 cm comes with four cooking zones including a half-flex zone where two zones can be joined together to accommodate larger pots and pans. Dual-ring design permits it to be operated at both "normal" and "boost" power levels. It is great for cooking meat and searing it, or bring water to a fast boil.
It's fully connected through the hOn app and comes with 100's of recipes, with cooking instructions and 30 different programmes split into different food categories and preparation types. It has a multislider control panel that has a lockable interface' that detects the type of pan you're using to set the correct cooking mode. It also works with hOn pans made by third parties and has a number of safety features such as a lockable panel as well as boil-dry prevention.
2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob
If you're working in your kitchen, or searching for a substitute to gas, induction hobs are becoming increasingly popular. Prices have dropped dramatically in the past few years. The basic four-zone models are now available for less than PS100. If you want all the bells and whistles that come with induction it's worth the extra cost for the most up-to-date technology.
This sleek model from Smeg has the latest induction technology to make cooking more efficient and energy efficient. The innovative Auto-pot detection system automatically recognises the position of pots that have a minimum diameter of 9cm, which allows you to activate the appropriate zone without having to select it manually.
Smeg's focus is on energy savings but it doesn't forget flexibility - this hob can be adjusted to save power based on the maximum operating temperatures of the zones. Eco-Logic advanced mode lets you to reduce energy consumption by reducing the power output to as little as 2.4kW.
The user-friendly interface of this cooker was a hit with testers, thanks to its intuitive sliding controls that follow your pan's contours along the edges of it. The control panel's colour-coded scheme makes it easy to determine the state of each zone. The "Flexi Duo" feature lets you to connect two zones to accommodate larger pans. There are many useful functions, including four automated cooking presets: melting, boiling, slow-cooking and keeping warm.
Additionally the hob comes with a 'FlameSensor' which alerts you of any danger of a fire or food that has been burned. There are many safety features, including a residual heat sensor and an automatic shut-off when the surface gets too hot.
It also has the CleanProtect coating that is designed to help it resist tough staining and cooking marks. The hob comes with nine power levels, an 'FlexiDuo feature' that is perfect to allow for large pans, and is simple to set up. There are some additional features such as locking controls and a safety fuse to protect against accidental pressing of buttons.
3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob
Induction hobs are powered by electricity, not gas. They make use of copper plates to create magnetic force when a pan or pot is placed on them. They heat up faster than gas hobs, and they also consume less energy because the cooking area only gets hot when you turn on your pan. They're generally less expensive to run than gas, and they're easier to wipe clean too, which makes them an extremely popular choice.
Indesit's induction cooktop is packed of features to allow you to get creative in the cooking. It comes with two distinct zones that can be combined into a Dual Zone to accommodate larger pans, as well as an instant booster zone to quickly bring the water to a boil. For instance, the Push&Go allows you to cook perfectly with the click of one button. There are nine power modes, including a 'P boost setting that gives each zone maximum power for five minutes, are easily selected with the controls, which are positioned across the bottom of the cooktop to follow the pans.
The controls are easy to operate and the minimalist design is ideal for modern kitchens. In our tests, it quickly heated up a pan once we put it on the Booster Zone and pasta water that was boiling. It took some time to cool down after we turned off the hob, and our testers could not determine the exact temperature on the control panel.
This Indesit hob also has the bridge function, which allows the user to combine two cooking zones for larger pans. It has a child lock and an overheating block as well as an automatic switch-off feature that stops the hob from working when it gets too hot. Our test participants were impressed that there were no visible flames that were messy and messy, and the glass was easy to wipe clean. Ventilated hobs unlike traditional extractors draw smoke and steam from the pan out of the room through an air duct that is located on the surface. Our experts believed that this hob's duct was easy to clean, though it took two people to lift the filter to change it.
4. Induction Hob manufactured by General Electric
When choosing a new hob, consider how it fits to your kitchen's style and layout, as well as your cooking style and life. For instance, if frequently cook with 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 an ideal choice. For those who prefer efficiency and speed, an electric stove with a clean ceramic glass facia is a great choice. Gas hobs are an excellent alternative for those living in areas prone to power outages.