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Types of Hobs

A hob (known as stove top in North America) is a cooking appliance that heats pans using electricity or flames. There are many different kinds of hobs, so you can choose one that suits your style and kitchen.

Induction hobs are equipped with flat ceramic surfaces and either four or five zones to heat your pans. Modern touch-operated designs are sleek and fashionable, and they are easy to clean.

Ceramic hobs

Ceramic hobs can give your kitchen a sleek, modern look. They have a flat glass ceramic surface that is easy to clean, which means spills and splatters are quickly wiped away. They heat up quickly and are energy efficient and can lower your electricity bill. However, one downside of ceramic hobs is that they tend to be slow in changing the temperature which can be a problem if you're cooking something that requires a quick reduction or increase in temperature.

Electric hobs are made of a solid plate that is heated by electric elements beneath. The power of each element can be adjusted through rotary knobs. You can even use the 'boost' feature to boost the heat of a single zone. Ceramic hobs also have very high rate of heat retention, so they'll remain hot to the touch after being turned off. This can be a problem when you have children, so it's recommended to install them in a location which is far from flammable objects and out of reach of little ones.

The benefit of this kind of hob is that it can be set up in a variety of worktops, including laminate or solid wood, as well as granite. It is also relatively affordable and is a great option if you're trying to replace your old hobs without spending too much money. But, as with all appliances, they do need to be properly installed and connected to the mains, so we recommend hiring a professional electrician to ensure that your new hobs are safe to use.

This type of hob is sensitive to pan sizes and shapes. It is necessary to purchase cookware that is either exactly the same size as the element or that can fit comfortably into the heating zones on the hob. If the cookware doesn't match, then the element will not recognise it and won't start to heat up the bottom of the pan. This could result in uneven cooking and make the stove less efficient.

Gas on glass hobs

Gas on glass hobs offer an elegant, modern look. While they can cost more than electric models and require professional installation, they typically require less time to heat up - it's not unusual for a full pan of water to be boiling within four minutes or less. This type of hob and oven is also a great choice for cooks who like to control the amount of heat being produced. Glass hobs are more prone to damage and require more frequent cleaning because they tend to accumulate grease and other residue.

This Bertazzoni hob is an excellent example of gas on glass. It has four monobloc burners that are matte black, with control knobs made of metal to give it a chic, Hobs oven sophisticated finish. It also includes an oblong wok ring with 4kW for added versatility, plus pan supports that are dishwasher-safe and easy to clean.

Another highly recommended model is this Bosch gas hob, which is a stylish slab of toughened glass with advanced cooking technology. The dual ring design to the left of the gas hob features an inner burner that doubles to improve heat distribution and speed up cooking. It also comes with an easy-to-read power level indicator that assists in regulating the precise temperature of your flame. You can choose between nine pre-set settings, like high settings to sear steaks and a lower one for scrambled eggs.

The simple, yet easy-to-use controls were also liked by our testers who found them to be very easy to use. Some minor issues include the fact that you have to physically press the controls nine times to reach the highest level of heating and it may be difficult to see the status of the burners through the glass.

Some of the best hob gas-on-glass hobs can be found at an affordable price, such as this Neff model. It's not likely to win any design awards, but it will do the job and can be a fantastic option for your kitchen at just above 120 dollars.

Electric hobs

There are a number of electric hobs that are perfect for modern households. Not only do they offer an elegant design that blends into the rest of your kitchen, but they also provide modern technology that is safer, faster and more energy-efficient than their predecessors.

Ceramic glass Hobs oven are among the most sought-after electric stoves. These hobs are designed with an elegant glazed finish and feature an exterior that is easy to clean and resistant to scratches. They're also often equipped with a power boost feature which lets you increase the heat of your cooker for a short period of time.

Induction hobs are another electric hob that is perfect for modern homes. In contrast to traditional electric and gas plate hobs, induction hobs utilize electromagnetic fields to directly heat your cookware. This means they are more energy efficient and offer precise temperature control. They require a special type of pan and can be costly to set up.

Gas on glass hobs are a different option for modern homes. It features a burner beneath the glass, which is flat, similar to a standard gas stove. However the glass is heatproof and shatterproof, so it's much simpler to clean than the typical tempered glass. A lot of these hobs are equipped with an "hot surface indicator" that alerts you to the heat.

Gas hobs remain a popular choice for a lot of home cooks, but they can be noisy and hard to clean. They also take time to warm up and cool down and their flames can be hard to manage. Electric hobs, on other hand, are more efficient in energy use and are easier to clean.

There are electric stoves that work with LPG gas. This allows you to switch between different fuel sources, meaning you can adjust your cooking to suit your lifestyle. It is important to remember that these hobs will require installation by an accredited gas safe engineer and require a dedicated cable of 6mm in your kitchen. They're also not suitable for people with pacemakers as the electromagnetic field could interfere with them.

Hobs with induction

Copper coils run an alternating electric current under the glass surface of an induction hob. When an induction-compatible pan is placed on the hob the coils produce magnetic fields that heat the pan directly instead of heating the surface of the worktop or a heated plate. This makes induction hobs very efficient from an energy standpoint, as there's no residual heat being wasted.

There are a myriad of models of induction hob starting from basic ones with a single cooking zone marked by rings to more advanced multi-zoned hobs that have up to six zones and allow you to cook multiple pots at once on a Flex zone. Some of these premium models come with the ability to control the temperature using a slider that's similar to the iPhone. You can select the desired temperature by sliding your finger from left to right over the power bar located in the middle. Some models have pre-programmed settings for specific recipes or food items which can save you time and effort in the kitchen.

Induction hobs do tend to be more expensive than ceramic hobs. However, they are believed to be more energy efficient over the long term since they heat up quicker and use a smaller space to heat up which could help lower your energy costs. They cool faster, and they are safer than traditional hobs that do not have hot plates. This makes them ideal for families that have children or elderly people. However, they do produce magnetic fields that could interfere with some medical devices such as pacemakers therefore it is essential to center your pans over the burner and avoid using small pans on large burners.

Like all electric hobs you'll have to keep your induction hob clean, as food and debris can build up over time. You can either employ a standard oven hob cleaning product or purchase a specialist one to keep your hob in good shape and shiny for longer. Make sure you don't use the abrasive cleaning pads or pads for scouring on your induction hob and oven as they can scratch the surface.