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How to Choose the Best Hob There are lots of factors to take into consideration when selecting the best hob, from price to energy efficiency. So deciding what features are important is crucial. A basic electric ceramic hob can cost as low as PS100 however, you'll have to spend more for a model with a lot of features. Gas hobs are a popular choice, and offer great temperature control, but they're also more expensive. 1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob With four cooking zones and three 'Push&Go' functions this cooker from Haier can assist you in making quick meals. It was also among the most efficient tested to boil water, which took just under four minutes. It comes with an child lock and an pause feature, so you can stop the process swiftly without having to mess with controls. Its design is sleek and modern and blends well with contemporary kitchens. It is usually made of glass (shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic, and comes with controls that are on top of the worktop to allow for easy use. The controls were simple to operate and we appreciated the display which shows the current power level as well as which zone is in use. The “Boost” feature creates high-powered heat in a short time. It is ideal for stir-frying and rapidly bringing pans to boil. Safety features like the hot hob light and automatic shutoff are beneficial. It's not as responsive as other hobs tested in this test. We found that it took nine presses on the control to attain the highest temperature as opposed to seven or six on other models. It takes longer to react 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 60 cm model features 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. The dual-ring design allows it to be operated with both “normal” and “boost” power levels. It is perfect for cooking, searing meat or bringing pots of water to a rapid boil. It's fully connected through the hOn app, and offers 100's of recipes with cooking instructions and 30 different programmes split into different food categories and preparation types. It features a multislider controls panel with a “lockable interface' and can detect the type of pan you're using to determine the appropriate cooking mode. It's also compatible with third-party hOn pan sets and has a range of safety features, like the control panel that can be locked and boil-dry protection. 2. oven hob -Flex Induction Hob Whether you're having work done in your kitchen, or seeking a better alternative to gas, induction hobs are becoming increasingly popular. Prices have slashed over the past few years, with the simplest four-zone models available for less than PS100. If you want the latest induction technology, it's worth paying a bit more. This sleek model from Smeg features the latest induction technology to make cooking more efficient and energy efficient. The innovative Auto-pot detection system automatically detects the position of pots with a minimum diameter of 9cm, allowing you to switch on the appropriate zone without having to select it manually. Smeg's focus on energy saving doesn't overlook flexibility either The hob is built 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 low as 2.4kW. Testers were awed by the hob's user-friendly design that has intuitive controls that slide along the edges of the hob, allowing it to follow your pan. The control panel's color scheme helps you quickly identify the status of each zone, while the Flexi Duo function allows you to connect two zones to cater for larger pans. There are a variety of useful functions including four automatic cooking presets: melting boiling, slow-cooking, and keeping warm. The oven also comes with a FlameSensor which will alert you in the event of a burnt-on meal or the possibility of a fire. There are a variety of safety features such as the residual heat sensor, as well as an automatic shut-off when the surface is too hot. It also has an anti-corrosive CleanProtect coating to protect it from tough staining and cooking marks. The stove is simple to install and features nine power levels as well as the handy FlexiDuo feature for catering for large pans. There are a few bonus features, such as lockable controls, and a safety fuse to protect against accidental button pushing. 3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob Induction hobs are powered by electricity, not gas. They make use of copper plates to generate an electric force when a pot or pan is placed on them. They are able to heat up quicker than gas hobs, and they also consume less energy because the cooking zone only gets hot when you turn on your pan. They're generally less expensive to run than gas and are simpler to clean and that's why they're an extremely popular choice. This induction hob from Indesit is packed full of features that make it easy to create your own ideas in the kitchen. It has two cooking zones that can be combined to form the Dual Zone for larger pots and an accelerated Booster zone to bring water to the boil quickly. A variety of automated functions like Push&Go allow you to create perfectly cooked meals with the click of the button. And nine power modes including a 'P-boost setting that grants 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 the pans. The controls are easy to operate and feature a modern, minimalist design that's perfect for a modern kitchen. In our tests, it swiftly heated up a pan once we put it on the Booster Zone, and boiled pasta water. It took a while for it to cool down after turning off the hob, and our test subjects had difficulty seeing the exact temperature on the control panel. In addition to having a Dual Zone and Push&Go, the Indesit hob comes with a bridge function that lets you combine two cooking zones to fit larger pans. It also has an overheating and child lock block as well as an auto switch-off system that stops the hob working when it's too hot. The ceramic glass is simple to clean and there are 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. The vent on this hob was easy to clean, but it required two people to take the filter out. 4. GE Induction Hob When choosing a new hob, consider how it fits to your kitchen's design and layout, as well as your cooking style and life. For example, if you often cook with small children or elderly people in mind, security features such as an automatic shut-off feature and cool to the touch surface may make an induction cooker an ideal option. If you're looking for speed and efficiency using a ceramic glass facia on an electric hob is the best option. Gas hobs are an excellent option for those who live in areas prone to power outages.