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How to Choose the Best Hob When selecting the ideal hob for your needs, there are many factors to consider. From cost to energy efficiency. So deciding what features are important is essential. best hobs as little as PS100. However you'll have to pay more for one with numerous features. Gas hobs, also popular and offer great temperature control, but are more expensive, are another option. 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 among the fastest boiling water hobs in our tests, taking just four minutes. It's child lock-compatible and features an option to pause the process, so you can stop the process without having to mess around with controls. Its style is sleek and contemporary, and works well with modern kitchens. It's usually made from glass (shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic, and has control buttons that sit flush with the worktop for ease of use. The controls were easy to operate and we loved the display which shows the current power level as well as which zone is in use. The 'Boost' feature creates high-powered heat for just a short period of time. It is ideal for stir-frying, or bringing pots of water to the boil quickly. The hob's light that is hot and auto shut-off are great safety features, too. However, it's not as responsive to touch as other hobs we tested. It took nine presses to reach maximum temperature, in comparison to six or seven for other models. It also takes longer to react when you alter the cooking temperature, so you might have to alter settings multiple times before your pan reaches the right heat. The model in 60 cm includes four cooking zones, including a half-flex zone where two zones can be joined together to accommodate larger pots and pans. The dual-ring design allows it to be operated with both “normal” and “boost” power levels. Boost is ideal for frying, searing meat or bringing water pans to a rapid boil. It is fully connected through the hOn App, and offers 100's of recipes, guides for cooking, and 30 different programs divided into various food categories and types of preparation. It features a multislider controls panel with a “lockable interface' that detects the type of pan you're using to set the proper cooking mode. It is also compatible with hOn pans from third-party manufacturers and comes with a number of safety features such as a lockable panel and boil-dry prevention. 2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob Induction hobs are becoming increasingly popular, whether you are renovating your kitchen or looking for a gas-free option. Prices have dropped over the past few years, with basic four-zone models starting at less than 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 that makes cooking more efficient and energy efficient. The Auto-pot detection system recognizes pots with an overall diameter of at least 9cm and automatically will activate the zone that is appropriate. Smeg's focus on energy saving does not mean that they don't offer flexibility This hob is designed to save power by setting the maximum operating temperature of the zones according to your cooking preferences. Eco-Logic advanced mode enables you to reduce energy consumption by reducing the power output to as low as 2.4kW. The user-friendly interface of this hob impressed testers, thanks to its intuitive sliding controls that follow your pan's edge the edge of it. The color scheme of the control panel allows you to quickly determine the operational status of each zone, while the Flexi Duo function allows you to connect two zones to accommodate larger pots. There are a variety of useful functions including four automatic cooking presets: melting boiling, slow-cooking, and keeping warm. Additionally the hob also has a 'FlameSensor' that warns you of any danger of a burning or burning food. There are several safety features, including a residual heat sensor as well as an automatic shut-off if the surface is too hot. It's also hard-wearing with the CleanProtect coating that is designed to protect it from tough staining and cooking marks. The hob is simple to set up and features nine power levels as well as a handy 'FlexiDuo' feature for catering to large pans. There are a host of extra features, such as locking controls and a safety fuse in case of 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 a magnetic force when a pot or pan is placed on them. They can heat up much quicker than gas hobs, and they also use less energy because the cooking zone only gets hot when you turn on your pan. They are generally less expensive to operate than gas, and they are also less difficult to clean. Indesit's induction hob is full of features to allow you to develop your cooking ideas. It comes with two distinct zones which can be combined into the Dual Zone to accommodate larger pans, as well as a speedy booster zone that can quickly bring water to a boil. A variety of automated functions such as Push&Go lets you cook your food perfectly by pressing one button. Nine power modes that include a 'P boost setting that grants each zone maximum power for five minutes, can be easily selected with the controls, which move across the bottom of the hob to follow your pans. The controls are easy to operate and the minimalist design is perfect for modern kitchens. In our tests, it was able to boil pasta water in a flash and was quick to heat up when we put an oven in the Booster zone. However it took an extended time to cool down after we turned off the hob. Additionally, our test participants were unable to pinpoint the exact temperature on the control panel. In addition to a Dual Zone and Push&Go feature, this Indesit hob comes with a bridge function that lets you combine two cooking zones to fit larger pans. It comes with a child lock, an overheating block and 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 there was no visible flame. Contrary to traditional extractor hoods vented hobs draw steam and smoke out of the pan and out of the room through a duct in the surface. Our experts believed that the duct on this hob was easy to keep clean, although it required two people to take the filter out and change it. 4. GE Induction Hob When selecting a hob think about how it will fit to your kitchen's design and layout, as well as your cooking style and lifestyle. For instance, if frequently cook with children or elderly people in mind, security features like an automatic shut-off or cool to the touch surface could make an induction cooker a better choice. If you prefer speed and efficiency, an electric stove with a wipe-clean ceramic glass fascia is ideal. If you live in areas prone to load-shedding, having the ability to use gas hobs during power outages may tip the scales in favour of a gas model.