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How to Choose the Best Hob
There are many factors to consider when choosing the best hob, from the price to energy efficiency. Determine which features are the most important.
A basic electric ceramic stove can cost as little as PS100 However, you'll need to pay more for a model with a lot of features. Gas hobs are another popular option and offer excellent temperature control, but they're also pricier.
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 among the fastest to boil water in our tests, taking just four minutes. It has the child lock as well as a an pause feature, so you can stop the process in a snap without having to fiddle with controls.
Its style is sleek and contemporary, and works well with contemporary kitchens. It is usually made of glass (which is shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic. The controls are touch-sensitive and sit in a flush position on the countertop.
The controls are simple to operate and we loved the clear display that tells you the current power setting, and which of the five zones is active. The 'Boost' feature creates high-powered heat for just a short period of time, and is perfect for stir-frying or bringing pans of water to a boil quickly. The hot hob light and auto shut-off are great safety features, too.
It's not as responsive as other hobs we tested in this test. It took nine presses to reach the maximum temperature, as opposed to six or seven for other models. It also takes longer for the pan to react when you alter the temperature. It is possible to adjust the settings several times to achieve the correct heat.
The model measures 60 cm and comes with four cooking zones. One of it is a half-flex zone which allows two areas to easily be joined to accommodate larger pots or pans. It comes with a dual-ring design and is able to operate on both normal and boost' power levels. The Boost model is great for frying, searing meat or bringing water pans to the rapid boil.
It is fully connected to the hOn App and has 100's of recipes, guided cooking, and 30 different programs that are divided into different food categories and types of preparation. It has an intuitive multislider interface as well as a lockable control panel. In addition, it is able to automatically detect the type of pan you're using and set up the right cooking mode. It's also compatible with third-party hOn pan sets and has a range of safety features, such as the control panel that can be locked and boil-dry protection.
2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob
Induction hobs are becoming increasingly popular, whether renovating your kitchen or looking for a gas-free option. Prices have dropped in the last few years, with the simplest four-zone models starting at less than PS100. But if you want all the bells and whistles that come with induction, it's worth paying extra to get the latest technology.
This sleek model from Smeg has the latest induction technology to make cooking more efficient and convenient. The revolutionary Auto-pot detection technology automatically detects the position of pots with minimum diameters of 9cm, allowing you to switch on the appropriate zone without needing to select it manually.
Smeg's primary focus is on energy savings however, it doesn't overlook flexibility - this hob can be adjusted to save energy based on the highest temperatures of the zones. There are also options to save energy with the Eco-Logic advance mode that reduces the power output from 11.1 kW to as low as 2.4 kW.
The user-friendly interface of this cooker impressed testers, thanks to its simple sliding controls that follow your pan's edge the edges of it. The control panel's color-coded layout makes it easy to determine the status of each zone. The 'Flexi Duo" function lets you connect two zones to accommodate larger pans. There are a variety of useful features, including four cooking presets that automatically cook (melting boiling slow cooking, and keeping warm) and a Power Boost for quick results.
In addition the hob comes with a 'FlameSensor' that warns you if there is any danger of a burning or burning food. There are many safety features, including a residual heat sensor as well as an automatic shut-off when the surface becomes too hot.
It also resists hard stains and comes with a protective coating of CleanProtect. This model has nine power levels and an 'FlexiDuo feature' that is perfect to allow for large pans, and is easy to put in. There are also a number of additional features, like control locks 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 create magnetic force when a pan or pot is placed on them. This means they can heat up much quicker than conventional gas hobs. They also save energy as the cooking area only is heated when you turn on a pan. They're generally less expensive than gas, and they're easier to wipe clean too and that's why they're an extremely popular option.
This induction hob by Indesit is packed full of features that allow you to be creative in the kitchen. It has two separate zones that can be combined to form a Dual Zone to accommodate larger pans, as well as a speedy booster zone that can quickly bring the water to a boil. The Push&Go feature, for instance, allows you to cook with perfection with the click of one button. The controls are simple to operate and allow you to select nine power modes, including a P boost setting that gives maximum power in each zone for five minutes.
The controls are easy to use and have modern, minimalist designs that's perfect for a modern kitchen. In our tests, it quickly heated up a pan once we placed it on the Booster Zone, and boiled pasta water. It took a while for it to cool down after we turned off the hob, and our testers had difficulty seeing the exact temperature on the control panel.
This Indesit hob also comes with the bridge function, which allows you to combine two cooking zones to make larger pans. It also comes with a child lock and overheating block, as well as an auto switch-off system that stops the appliance from working when it's heated to the point of. Our test participants were impressed that there weren't any messy, visible flames and the glass was easy to clean. Ventilated hobs in contrast to traditional extractors draw steam and smoke from the pan out of the room by a duct on the surface. Our experts thought that the duct of this hob was simple to clean, though it took two people to lift the filter out and change it.
4. Induction Hob from GE
Consider how the stove can work with your kitchen's layout and design and the style of cooking you prefer. For instance, if you frequently cook with children or elderly people in mind, security features like an automatic shut-off or a cool to the touch surface can make an induction stove a better choice. If you're looking for speed and efficiency, a ceramic glass fascia on an electric hob is the ideal option. If oven Ovens And Hobs live in areas prone to load-shedding, the ability to use gas hobs in power cuts may make the difference in favor of gas models.