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How to Choose the Best Hob There are a lot of aspects to take into consideration when selecting the best hob, from cost to energy efficiency. Therefore, deciding which best hobs are essential is vital. A basic ceramic electric stove costs less than PS100. However you'll need to pay more for a model that comes with many features. Gas hobs, which are popular and provide excellent temperature control, but are more expensive, are a different alternative. 1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob With four cooking zones and three 'Push&Go' functions this stove from Haier will allow you to cook quick meals. It was one of the fastest to boil water in our tests, taking just four minutes. It comes with a child lock and an pause feature, so you can stop the process in a snap without having to fiddle with controls. Its design is modern and sleek, blending in well with contemporary kitchens. It is typically made from glass (which is heatproof and shatterproof) or ceramic. The controls are touch-sensitive and sit flush on the worktop. The controls were easy to operate and we loved the display which shows the current power level and the zone that is active. The “Boost” feature generates high-powered heat in a brief time. It is 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 other hobs we tested in this test. It took nine presses to reach the maximum temperature, compared to six or seven for other models. It takes a bit longer for the pan to react when you change the temperature. You may need to adjust the settings several times to get the right 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. Dual-ring design permits it to operate at both “normal” and “boost” power levels. It is great for cooking meat, searing it or quickly bringing water to a rapid boiling. It is fully connected to the hOn App, and offers 100's of recipes, guides for cooking, and 30 unique programmes divided into different food categories and types of preparation. It features a multislider controls panel with a 'lockable interface' that can identify the type of pan you're using to set the correct cooking mode. It also works with hOn pans from third-party manufacturers and comes with a variety of safety features, like an adjustable control panel that locks and boil-dry protection. 2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob When you're doing work in your kitchen or searching for a substitute to gas induction hobs, induction hobs are becoming more popular. Prices have dropped drastically in the last few years. The basic four-zone models can be found for less that PS100. If you're looking for the latest induction technology, it is worth paying a little more. This sleek model from Smeg features the latest induction technology that makes cooking more energy-efficient and convenient. The Auto-pot detection system detects pots that have a diameter of at least 9 cm and then automatically will activate the appropriate zone. Smeg's emphasis on energy efficiency does not mean that they don't offer flexibility The hob is built to reduce power consumption by setting the maximum operating temperature of the zones to suit your cooking preferences. 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 move along the edge of the hob in order to follow the pan. The control panel's colour-coded scheme allows you to easily identify the status of each zone. The “Flexi duo” function allows you connect two zones to accommodate larger pans. There are plenty of useful features, including four cooking presets for automatic cooking (melting, boiling, slow cooking and keeping warm) and a Power Boost for quick results. Additionally the hob comes with a 'FlameSensor' that warns you if there is any risk of fire or burnt-on food. There are several safety features, including a residual heat sensor as well as an automatic switch-off when the surface gets too hot. It also resists tough stains, and has an anti-smudge coating called CleanProtect. The hob is simple to set up and has nine power levels and an excellent 'FlexiDuo' feature for catering to large pans. There are several bonus features, such as locking controls and a safety fuse to prevent accidental button pushing. 3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob Electricity is the primary source of power, rather than gas, induction hobs make use of copper plates that create a magnetic field when a pan is placed on the top. They heat up faster than gas hobs and they also consume less energy because the cooking zone only gets hot when you turn on your pan. They are generally cheaper to operate than gas, and they are also simpler to clean. This induction hob by Indesit is packed full of features that make it easy to be creative in the kitchen. It comes with two cooking zones that can be combined to form the Dual Zone for larger pans and an accelerated Booster zone that can bring water to boiling point quickly. The Push&Go feature, for instance, allows you to cook with perfection at the touch a button. The controls are easy to operate and let you select nine power modes, including the P boost option that provides maximum power for each zone for five minutes. The controls are easy to operate and feature an elegant, minimalist design that's ideal for a contemporary kitchen. In our tests, it cooked pasta water in a snap and quickly heated up once we placed a pan on the Booster zone. However it took some time to cool down once it was turned off from the hob and our testers found it difficult to pinpoint the exact temperature on the control panel. In addition to a Dual Zone and Push&Go, the Indesit hob has a useful bridge function that allows you to combine two cooking zones to fit larger pans. It also comes with a child lock and overheating block as well as an auto shut-off feature that stops the appliance from working when it's heated to the point of. Our test participants were impressed that there were no messy, visible flames and the glass was easy to clean. Contrary to traditional extractor hoods, vented hobs draw steam and smoke out of the pan and out of the room through an air duct on the surface. The duct on this hob was easy to clean, but it required two people to take the filter out. 4. GE Induction Hob When selecting a kitchen appliance, consider how it fits to your kitchen's design and layout, in addition to your cooking style and life. Induction hobs are an excellent choice if you cook with children or the elderly in mind. They are equipped with safety features like automatic shut-offs and a cool to touch surface. For those who are looking for speed and efficiency, a ceramic glass front on an electric hob is the ideal option. Gas hobs are a great option for those who live in areas prone to power outages.