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How to Choose the Best HobThere are a lot of aspects to consider when choosing the ideal hob, ranging from price to energy efficiency. Choose the features that are the most important.
A basic ceramic electric hob can cost less than PS100. However you'll have to pay more for one with many features. Gas hobs, which are also popular and offer great temperature control but are more expensive, are a different alternative.
1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob
This Haier stove has four cooking zones with three "Push&Go" functions, and can assist you in making quick meals. It was also one of the quickest on test to boil water, which took just under four minutes. It's child lock-compatible and has an pause feature, meaning you can quickly stop the process without having to fiddle around using controls.
Its style is sleek and modern, blending in well with modern kitchens. It's usually made from glass (shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic, and comes with controls that are flush with the worktop for easy use.
The controls were simple to use and we appreciated the display that shows the current power level as well as which zone is in use. The 'Boost' feature creates high-powered heat for a brief period of time. It is ideal for stir-frying or bringing pans of boiling water to a boil fast. Safety features such as the light on the hot hob and automatic shutoff are useful.
However, it's not as responsive to touch as other hobs we tested. We found that it took nine presses of the control to attain the highest temperature in contrast to six or seven on other models. It also takes longer to respond when you alter the cooking temperature, meaning you may have to change settings multiple times before your pan is ready to cook at the proper temperature.
This model is 60cm long and has four cooking zones. One of it is a half-flex zone which allows two areas to easily be joined to accommodate larger pans or pots. The dual-ring design allows it to be operated at both "normal" and "boost" power levels. It is great for cooking meat, searing it or quickly bringing water to a rapid boil.
It is fully connected through the hOn App and has hundreds of recipes, a guide to cooking, and 30 special programs divided into various food categories and types of preparation. It has an intuitive multislider interface, as well as a lockable control panel. Additionally, it will automatically recognize the type of pan you're using and set up the correct cooking mode. It's also compatible with hOn cookware from third-party manufacturers and comes with various safety features like the ability to lock the panel and boil-dry prevention.
2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob
If you're working in your kitchen or seeking a better alternative to gas induction hobs, they are becoming increasingly popular. Prices have dropped over the past few years, with basic four-zone models costing less than PS100. But 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 boasts the latest induction technology to make your cooking efficient and easy. The Auto-pot detection system recognises pots with dimensions of at least 9cm and then automatically will activate the zone that is appropriate.
Smeg's attention to energy savings does not leave out flexibility too This hob is designed to save power by setting the maximum operating temperature of the zones according to your cooking preferences. There are options to save energy using the Eco-Logic advance mode which moderates the power output from 11.1 kW to as low as 2.4 4 kW.
Testers were impressed with the hob's user-friendly design that has intuitive controls that slide along the edge of the hob in order to follow the pan. The control panel's color scheme allows you to quickly determine the status of each zone, and the Flexi Duo function allows you to connect two zones together to accommodate larger pans. There are plenty of useful functions, including four automatic cooking presets (melting boiling, melting, slow cooking and keeping warm) and a Power Boost for quick results.
In addition, the hob has a 'FlameSensor' which alerts you if there is any risk of a fire or food that has been burned. There are other safety features, including an indicator of residual heat and an automatic shut-off when the surface gets too hot.
It is also resistant to hard stains and comes with a protective coating of CleanProtect. The hob is simple to set up and has nine power levels and the handy FlexiDuo feature for catering for large pans. There are also a number of additional features, like locking controls and a safety fuse in the event of accidental button pushing.
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 are able to heat up quicker than gas hobs, and they also consume less energy because the cooking zone is only hot when you turn on your pan. They are generally cheaper to run than gas, and they are also easier to clean.
This induction hob by Indesit is packed with 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 a rapid Booster zone to bring water to a boiling point quickly. A variety of automated functions such as Push&Go let you achieve perfectly cooked dishes with the click of one button. Nine power modes, including a 'P boost setting that gives each zone maximum power for five minutes, can be easily selected using the controls, which are positioned across the bottom of the cooktop to follow the pans.
The controls are also easy to use and have modern, minimalist designs that's perfect for a modern kitchen. In our tests, it was able to boil pasta water in a flash and quickly heated up once we placed an oven in the Booster zone. It took a while for it to cool down after we turned off the hob, and the testers were unable to determine the exact temperature on the control panel.
This Indesit hob also features the bridge function, which allows you to combine two cooking zones for larger pans. It also has a child lock and an overheating block and an auto shut-off feature that stops the appliance from working when it's overheated. Our test subjects were pleased that there were no visible flames that were messy and messy, and the ceramic glass was easy to wipe clean. In contrast to traditional extractor hoods vented hobs draw heat and smoke out of the pan and out of the room via an air duct that is built into the surface. The vent on this hob was easy to clean, however it took two people in order to take the filter out.
4. GE Induction website Hob
Consider how the hob will fit into the layout and design of your kitchen and the style of cooking you prefer. For example, if you often cook with small children or elderly people in mind, security features like automatic shut-off and an icy to the touch surface may make an induction hob a better option. If you're looking for speed and efficiency using a ceramic glass facia on an electric hob is the ideal choice. Gas hobs are a good alternative for those living in areas that are susceptible to power outages.