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How to Choose the best oven uk Hob

When choosing the best hob, there are many factors to consider. From price to energy efficiency. Therefore, deciding which features are important is essential.

A basic electric ceramic stove could cost as low as PS100 however, you'll have to pay more to get a high-end model. Gas hobs are another popular option and offer excellent temperature control, but they're pricier.

1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob

With four cooking zones and three 'Push&Go' functions this hob from Haier will allow you to cook quick meals. It was also one of the quickest tests to boil water, taking just under four minutes. It has an child lock and an pause feature, so you can stop the process in a snap without having to fiddle with controls.

Its design is sleek, contemporary, and works well with modern kitchens. It is usually made of glass (which is shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic. The controls are touch-sensitive and rest directly on the worktop.

The controls were simple to use, and we liked the display that shows the current power level and which zone is in use. The "Boost" feature produces high-powered heat in a brief time. It is ideal to stir fry and speedily heating up pans. Safety features like the light on the hot hob or automatic shutdown are also beneficial.

However, it's not as sensitive to touch as other hobs we tested. We found that it took nine presses of the control to achieve the highest temperature, in contrast to six or seven on other models. It also takes longer for the pan to react to changes in temperature. You may have to adjust the settings a few times to achieve the correct temperature.

This model is 60cm long and has four cooking zones. One of the zones is a half-flex which allows two areas to easily be joined to accommodate larger pots or pans. It comes with dual-ring design and can operate on both 'normal as well as 'boost power levels. It is perfect for cooking meat, searing it or bringing water pans to a rapid boiling point.

It is fully connected through the hOn App and has 100's of recipes, guides for cooking, and 30 different programs that are divided into different food categories and types of preparation. It comes with a user-friendly multislider interface, as well as a lockable control panel. In addition, it can automatically detect the type of pan you're using and set up the right cooking mode. It also works with hOn pans from third-party manufacturers and has a range of safety features, like a lockable control panel and boil-dry protection.

2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob

Whether you're having work done on your kitchen or simply searching for Culinary Tools a substitute to gas, induction hobs are becoming more popular. Prices have slashed dramatically over the past few years. The basic four-zone models are now available for less that PS100. However, if you're looking for all the bells and whistles that come with induction it's worth the extra cost for the latest innovations.

This slick-looking model from Smeg comes with the most modern induction technology to make your cooking energy efficient and convenient. The revolutionary Auto-pot detection technology automatically recognises the position of pots that have minimum diameters of 9cm, which allows you to switch on the appropriate zone without having to select it manually.

Smeg's primary focus is on energy savings, but it doesn't ignore flexibility - this hob can be adjusted to conserve energy based on the highest temperatures of the zones. Eco-Logic advanced mode lets you to conserve more energy by reducing power output to as low as 2.4kW.

The user-friendly interface of this stove was a hit with testers, thanks to its simple sliding controls that follow your pan along the edges of it. The control panel's colour scheme allows you to quickly determine the operating 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 features, including four automatic cooking presets (melting, boiling slow Gourmet Cooking, try these out and keeping warm) and a Power Boost for quick results.

The hob also has a FlameSensor that can alert you if there's a danger of a burnt-on meal or a fire. There are other safety features, including an indicator of residual heat and an auto shut-off feature if the surface gets too hot.

It is also resistant to hard stains and comes with an anti-smudge coating called CleanProtect. This model has nine power levels and the FlexiDuo feature for accommodating large pans and is easy to put in. There are a few bonus features like control locks, as well as 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 use copper plates to create a magnetic force when a pan or pot is placed on them. They heat up quicker than gas hobs, and they use less energy since the cooking area only gets hot when you turn on your pan. They're generally less expensive to run than gas and are easier to clean and that's why they're a popular option.

This induction hob from Indesit is packed with features that make it easy to create your own ideas in the kitchen. It has two separate zones that can be combined into the Dual Zone to accommodate larger pans, and an instant booster zone to quickly bring the water to a boil. Push&Go, for example, lets you cook flawlessly with the click of a button. The controls are simple to use and let you select nine power modes including the P boost option that provides maximum power in each zone for five minutes.

The controls are easy to use and have a modern, minimalist design that's perfect for a modern kitchen. In our tests it quickly heated up a pan when we placed it on the Booster Zone and boiling pasta water. It took a while to cool down after turning off the hob, and the testers could not determine the exact temperature on the control panel.

In addition to the Dual Zone and Push&Go, this Indesit hob has a useful bridge function that lets you connect two cooking zones to suit larger pans. It also has an overheating and child lock block, as well as an auto shut-off feature that stops the hob working when it's heated to the point of. Our testers appreciated the fact that there were no messy, visible flames and the glass was easy to wipe clean. Ventilated hobs, unlike traditional extractors, draw steam and smoke from the pan out of the room by a duct located on the surface. Our experts thought the duct of this hob was simple to keep clean, although it required two people to lift the filter out to change it.

4. Induction Hob by General Electric

When choosing a new hob uk, consider how it fits into your kitchen's design and layout, and also your cooking style and life. Induction hobs are an excellent option if you cook with children or older people in mind. They come with safety features such as automatic shut-offs and a cool to touch surface. Alternatively, for those who prefer speed and efficiency an electric hob that has a clean ceramic glass facia is a great choice. For those who live in areas that are prone to load-shedding, the capability to use gas hobs during power outages could tilt the balance in favor of gas models.