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How to Choose the Best Hob When choosing the best hob to buy, there are many factors to consider. From cost to energy efficiency. So deciding what features are important is essential. A basic ceramic electric stove costs less than PS100. However, you will need to pay more for a model with numerous features. Gas hobs, also well-known and offer excellent temperature control, but are expensive, are a different alternative. 1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob With four cooking zones and three 'Push&Go' functions this cooker from Haier can help you make quick meals. It was one of the fastest boiling water hobs in our tests, taking only four minutes. It's child lock-compatible and has an option to pause the process, so you can stop the process without having to mess around with the controls. Its design is sleek, contemporary, and works well with contemporary kitchens. It is usually made of glass (shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic, and has controls that are on top of the worktop to allow for easy use. The controls are easy to use and we liked the clear display which tells the current power setting, and which of the five zones is active. The “Boost” feature creates powerful heat in a short time. It is ideal for stir-frying and quickly boiling pans. Safety features such as the hot hob light or automatic shut-off are also beneficial. However it's not as responsive to touch as other hobs in this test. We found that it took nine presses of the control to reach the highest temperature, as opposed to seven or six on other models. It takes a bit longer for the pan to respond to changes in temperature. You may need to adjust the settings several times before you get the proper heat. This model is 60cm long and has four cooking zones. One of the zones is a half-flex that allows two zones to easily be joined to accommodate larger pans or pots. It has a dual-ring design and can operate on both 'normal' and 'boost' power levels. Boost is perfect for frying meat, searing it or quickly bringing water to a rapid boiling. It's fully integrated with the hOn app and comes with hundreds of recipes that include guided cooking and 30 unique programmes split into different food categories and types of preparation. It has a multislider control panel with a “lockable interface' that can identify the type pan you are using to set the proper cooking mode. It's also compatible with hOn pans from third-party manufacturers and comes with a variety of safety features, such as an adjustable control panel that locks and boil-dry protection. 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 in the last few years, with the simplest four-zone models costing less than PS100. If you're looking for the latest induction technology, it is worth paying a little more. This sleek model from Smeg comes with the most modern induction technology that makes your cooking energy efficient and convenient. The innovative Auto-pot detection system automatically detects the position of pots that have a minimum diameter of 9cm, allowing you to activate the appropriate zone without having to select it manually. Smeg's attention to energy savings does not mean that they don't offer flexibility This hob is designed to reduce power consumption by adjusting the maximum operating temperature of the zones according to your cooking requirements. Eco-Logic advanced mode lets you to save more energy by reducing the power output to as little as 2.4kW. Testers were awed by the user-friendly interface of this hob with easy-to-use controls that slide along the edge of the hob to follow the pan. The control panel's color scheme allows you to quickly determine the operating status of each zone, while the Flexi Duo function allows you to connect two zones together to accommodate larger pans. There are a variety of useful functions, including four automatic cooking presets (melting boiling, melting slow cooking, and keeping warm) and a Power Boost for quick results. The oven also comes with an alarm system that will notify you when there's a risk of a meal that's been burned or the possibility of a fire. There are many safety features, including the residual heat sensor, as well as an automatic shut-off if the surface is too hot. It is also resistant to tough stains, and has a CleanProtect protective coating. This model has nine power levels, a 'FlexiDuo feature' to accommodate large pans and is simple to set up. There are a few bonus features, such as control locks, as well as a safety fuse to protect against accidental pressing of buttons. 3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob Induction hobs are powered by electricity and not gas. They utilize copper plates to generate an electric force when a pan or pot is placed on them. They can heat up much quicker than gas hobs, and they use less energy because the cooking zone only gets hot when you turn on the pan. They're generally cheaper to run than gas and are simpler to clean and that's why they're a popular choice. Indesit's induction hob is full of features to help you be creative when cooking. It comes with two cooking zones that can be combined to create a Dual Zone for larger pans as well as a rapid Booster zone to bring water to a boiling point quickly. A range of functions that are automatic such as Push&Go let you create perfectly cooked meals at the touch of a button. Nine power modes that include a 'P boost' setting that gives each zone maximum power for 5 minutes, can be easily set using the controls, which are positioned along the bottom edge of the hob to track your pans. The controls are simple to operate, and the minimalist design is perfect for a modern kitchen. In our tests, it boiled pasta water in a snap 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 our test subjects could not determine the exact temperature on the control panel. Alongside having a Dual Zone and Push&Go, the Indesit hob has a useful bridge function that lets you combine two cooking zones to fit larger pans. click through the next webpage has a child lock and an overheating block as well as an automatic switch-off feature that stops the hob from working if it gets too hot. Ceramic glass is easy to clean and there are no visible flames. Our testers were impressed by the fact that it's. Ventilated hobs, unlike traditional extractors, draw steam and smoke from the pan and out of the room through a duct on the surface. Our experts thought the duct on this hob was easy to keep clean, although it took two people to lift the filter out and change it. 4. GE Induction Hob When selecting a hob take a look at how it fits to your kitchen's design and layout, as well as your cooking style and lifestyle. Induction hobs are a good option if you cook with kids or elderly in mind. They are equipped with safety features such as automatic shut-offs and a cool to touch surface. For those who prefer efficiency and speed, an electric stove with a glass face that is wipe-clean is ideal. Gas hobs are a good alternative for those living in areas that are susceptible to power outages.