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How to Choose the best ovens Hob

There are many factors to take into consideration when selecting the ideal hob, ranging from price to energy efficiency. Choose the features that are the most important.

A basic electric ceramic hob can cost as little as PS100 However, you'll need to spend more to get a high-end model. Gas hobs are also a popular choice, and offer great temperature control, however they are pricier.

1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob

With four cooking zones and three 'Push&Go' functions this hob from Haier can assist you in making quick meals. It was among the fastest to boil water in our tests, taking just four minutes. It's child lock-compatible and has a pause function, so you can quickly stop the process without having to fiddle around using controls.

Its design is sleek, contemporary and blends well with contemporary kitchens. It is usually made of glass (shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic, and comes with touch controls that sit in the same place as the worktop to make it easy to use.

The controls are intuitive to use and we liked the clear display that tells you the current power setting and which of the five zones are in use. The "Boost" feature generates high-powered heat in a brief time. It is ideal for stir-frying and quickly heating up pans. The hob's hot light and the automatic shutoff are helpful security features, too.

However it's not as sensitive to touch as other hobs tested in this test. We found that it took nine presses on the control to reach the highest temperature, compared with seven or six on other models. It takes longer to react when you alter the cooking temperature, so you may have to change settings several times before the pan is ready to cook at the proper temperature.

This model is 60cm long and comes with four cooking zones including a half-flex area where two zones can be joined to accommodate larger pots and pans. The dual-ring design allows it to operate at both "normal" and "boost" power levels. It is perfect for cooking, searing meat or bringing pots of water to the rapid boiling point.

It is fully integrated with the hOn App, and offers 100's of recipes, guides for cooking, and 30 special programs divided into various food categories and types of cooking. It has an intuitive multislider interface as well as a lockable' control panel, plus it is able to automatically detect the type of pan you're using and set the correct cooking mode. It's also compatible with hOn pans from third parties and has a number of security features, including the ability to lock the panel and boil-dry prevention.

2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob

Whether you're having work done in your kitchen or seeking a better alternative to gas, induction hobs are becoming more popular. Prices have slashed dramatically over the past few years. The basic four-zone models can be found at less than PS100. If you want all the bells and whistles that include induction it's worth the extra cost to get the latest technology.

This sleek model from Smeg features the latest induction technology to make cooking more energy-efficient and convenient. The Auto-pot detection system recognizes pots that have an overall diameter of at least 9 cm and automatically activates the appropriate zone.

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

Testers were impressed with the user-friendly interface of this hob with easy-to-use controls that slide along the edges 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 to accommodate larger pans. There are many useful features, including four cooking presets for automatic cooking (melting boiling, melting slow cooking, keeping warm) and a Power Boost for super-quick results.

Additionally the hob also has a 'FlameSensor' that warns you when there is a risk of a fire or food that has been burned. There are many safety features like a residual heat sensor and an automatic shut-off when the surface is too hot.

It also has a protective CleanProtect coating to help it resist hard stains and cooking marks. This model has nine power levels as well as the FlexiDuo feature to allow for large pans, and is easy to install. There are a few bonus features, such as lockable controls, and a safety fuse to protect against accidental button pressing.

3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob

Induction hobs are powered by electricity, not gas. They utilize copper plates to generate an electric force when a pot or pan is placed on them. They heat up faster 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 they're easier to wipe clean too and that's why they're an extremely popular choice.

This induction hob 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 create an Integrated Zone for larger pans as well as an accelerated Booster zone that can bring water to boil quickly. A range of automatic functions like Push&Go allow you to achieve perfectly cooked dishes with the click of a button. There are nine power modes including a 'P-boost setting that grants each zone maximum power for five minutes, are easily set using the controls, which move along the bottom edge of the hob to track the pans.

The controls are easy to operate and the minimalist design is perfect for a modern kitchen. In our tests, it cooked pasta water in a flash and quickly heated up when we put an oven in the Booster zone. It took some time 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 features a bridge function that allows the user to combine two cooking zones to make larger pans. It comes with a child lock and an overheating block as well as an automatic shut-off mechanism that stops the hob from working if it gets too hot. The ceramic glass is simple to clean and has no visible flames. Our testers liked that. 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. Our experts thought this hob's duct was easy to clean, even though it required two people to lift the filter to change it.

4. GE Induction Hob

Think about how the hob can fit into your kitchen's layout and design as well as what your cooking style is. Induction hobs are a great choice for cooking with children or older people in mind. They come with safety features such as automatic shut-offs and a cool-to-touch surface. If you prefer efficiency and speed, an electric hob with a wipe-clean ceramic glass fascia is the best choice. Gas hobs uk are a good choice for those who live in areas prone to power outages.