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How to Choose the Best Hob There are a lot of aspects to consider when choosing the ideal hob, ranging from cost 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 have to shell out more for a feature-packed model. Gas hobs, which are also well-known and offer excellent temperature control but are more expensive, are a different option. 1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob This Haier hob has four cooking zones and three 'Push&Go” functions, and will aid in cooking quick meals. It was also among the most efficient tests to boil water, which took just under four minutes. It's child-safe and comes with an option to pause the process, so you can stop the process without having to mess around with controls. Its design is sleek, contemporary, and works well with modern kitchens. It's typically made of glass (shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic, and has touch controls that sit on top of the worktop to allow for ease of use. The controls are simple to use and we liked the clear display that informs you the current power settings, and which of the five zones are in use. The 'Boost” feature produces high-powered heat in a short time. It is ideal to stir fry and speedily bringing pans to boil. Safety features like the light on the hot hob and automatic shutoff are beneficial. It's not as responsive as the other hobs tested in this test. It took nine presses to reach maximum temperature, as opposed to seven or six for other models. It takes longer to react when you alter the cooking temperature, so you may have to change settings several times before your pan is ready to cook at the proper temperature. This model is 60cm long and has four cooking zones, including a half-flex area where two zones can be joined together to accommodate larger pans and pots. Dual-ring design permits it to be operated with both “normal” and “boost” power levels. It is great for cooking meat and searing it, or making water come to a quick boil. It is fully connected through the hOn app and includes hundreds of recipes, a guide to cooking, and 30 special programs that are divided into different food categories and types of cooking. It comes with a user-friendly multislider interface and a 'lockable' control panel, plus it is able to automatically detect the type of pan you're using and set up the proper cooking mode. It's also compatible with third-party hOn sets and comes with a variety of security features, including a lockable control panel and boil-dry protection. 2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob When you're doing work in your kitchen or looking for an alternative to gas, induction hobs are becoming increasingly popular. Prices have dropped dramatically in the last few years. The basic four-zone models are now sold for less that PS100. If you're looking for the latest induction technology, it's worth the extra cost. This sleek model from Smeg has the latest induction technology to make cooking more efficient and energy efficient. The Auto-pot detection system recognises pots with an overall diameter of at least 9 centimetres and automatically will activate the appropriate zone. Smeg's focus is on energy savings but it doesn't forget flexibility – this hob can be adjusted to save energy based on the highest temperatures of the zones. Eco-Logic advanced mode enables you to reduce energy consumption by reducing power output to as low as 2.4kW. The user-friendly interface of this hob was a hit with testers, thanks to its simple sliding controls that follow your pan along the edge of it. The control panel's colour-coded scheme makes it easy to determine the status of each zone. The “Flexi Duo” function lets you to connect two zones to accommodate larger pans. There are a variety of useful features, including four automatic cooking presets: melting boiling, slow-cooking and keeping warm. In addition to this, the hob has a 'FlameSensor' which alerts you of any danger of a fire or food that has been burned. There are a variety of safety features, such as a residual heat indicator as well as an auto switch-off if the surface is too hot. It's also hard-wearing with the CleanProtect coating that is designed to help it resist hard marks and stains from cooking. This hob is easy to set up and comes with nine power levels, as well as an excellent 'FlexiDuo' feature for catering to large pans. There are ovens hobs like 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. This means that they can heat up more quickly than gas hobs and also conserve energy since the cooking area only heats up when you turn on a pan. They are generally cheaper to operate than gas and they are also less difficult to clean. The induction hob made by Indesit is packed with features that make it easy to be creative in the kitchen. It has two separate cooking zones that can be combined to create a Dual Zone for larger pans and a rapid Booster zone to bring water to a boiling point quickly. The Push&Go feature, for instance, allows you to cook with perfection by pressing the button. And nine power modes, including 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 follow the pans. The controls are also simple to operate and feature modern, minimalist designs that is perfect for a modern kitchen. In our tests, it swiftly heated up a pan once we put it on the Booster Zone and boiling pasta water. However it took an extended time to cool down after we shut off the hob. Our test participants were unable to determine the precise temperature on the control panel. Alongside a Dual Zone and Push&Go feature, this Indesit hob has a useful bridge function that lets you connect two cooking zones to accommodate larger pans. It also comes with a child lock and an overheating block and an auto switch-off system that shuts down the hob when it's too hot. The ceramic glass is easy to clean and there are no visible flames. Our testers were impressed by that. Ventilated hobs unlike traditional extractors draw steam and smoke from the pan and out of the room by a duct on the surface. The duct on this hob was easy to clean, however it took two people to take the filter out. 4. Induction Hob by General Electric Think about how the hob will fit into the layout and design of your kitchen and the style of cooking you prefer. Induction hobs are a good choice for cooking with children or the elderly in mind. They are equipped with safety features like automatic shut-offs and a cool-to-touch surface. Alternatively, for those who prioritize speed and efficiency an electric hob that has a glass face that is wipe-clean is ideal. For those living in regions prone to load-shedding, the capability to use gas hobs in power outages may tip the scales in favour of gas models.