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Types of Hobs A hob (known as stove top in North America) is a cooking appliance that heats up pans using electricity or flames. There are many different kinds of hobs, so you can pick one that fits your style and kitchen. Induction hobs are equipped with an elongated ceramic surface and a range of four or five zones to heat your pans. Modern touch-operated designs are elegant and stylish, and easy to clean. Ceramic hobs Ceramic hobs provide a sleek and modern look that can really enhance the overall appearance of your kitchen. They have a flat glass ceramic surface that is easy to clean, meaning spills and splatters can be quickly wiped away. They also heat up quickly and are energy efficient and can help reduce your electricity bills. Ceramic hobs can be slow when changing the temperature settings. This can be frustrating when you need to cook something that requires a quick decrease or an increase in the heat. Electric hobs consist of a solid surface that is heated from below by electric elements. The power of each element can be adjusted via the rotary knobs. You can use the Boost feature to increase the temperature of a particular area. Ceramic hobs also have a very high rate of heat retention, which means they'll stay hot to the touch after being turned off. This can be a problem for families with children, so it's recommended to only install them in a location which is far from flammable objects and not within reach of children. This kind of hob can be installed on a variety worktops including laminate, solid hardwood and granite. It is also relatively inexpensive and is a great option if you want to replace your old stoves without spending a large amount of money. As with all appliances, they must be installed correctly and connected to the mains. We recommend hiring an electrician to ensure the new hobs are safe to use. This type of hob is sensitive to pan shapes and sizes. You'll need cookware that's exactly the same dimensions as the element or that will fit comfortably inside each heating zone on the hob. If the cookware is not the same size as the element, the element won't recognize it and won't heat the bottom of the pan. This can cause uneven cooking and make the stove less efficient. Gas on glass hobs Glass hobs made of gas have a sleek and modern appearance. They can be more expensive than electric models and could require professional installation. However, they heat up faster – a full pot of water will typically boil within less than four minutes. This kind of stove is also a good choice for cooks who prefer to regulate the amount of heat generated. However, it should be observed that a glass-based hob is more prone to damage than stainless steel models and may need to be cleaned more frequently, as grease and residue build up tends to remain instead of sliding off. This Bertazzoni hob is a fantastic example of gas on glass. It features four monobloc burners in matt black, with control knobs made of metal to give it a chic, 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. This Bosch gas hob is another highly recommended model. It combines a stylish piece of toughened glass and modern cooking technology. The dual rings on the left side of the hob offers the double inner flame to improve uniform heat distribution, which in turn accelerates cooking time. It also comes with an easy-to-read power level indicator that helps to regulate the precise temperature of your flame. You can choose from nine pre-defined settings including a high setting for searing steaks and the low setting for scrambled eggs. Its simple yet intuitive controls were also well liked by our testers who found them to be extremely easy to use. A few minor drawbacks are that you must physically press the controls nine times to get to the highest level of heating, and that it can be difficult to determine the status of the burners through the glass. This Neff model is among the top gas-on glass hobs available at an affordable price. It's not going win any design awards but it'll do the job and can be an excellent addition to your kitchen for just more than PS120. Electric hobs There are a variety of electric hobs that work for modern homes. Not only do they have an elegant design that fits in with the rest of your kitchen, but they also provide advanced functions that are safer, quicker and more energy-efficient than their predecessors. One of the most popular electric hobs is the ceramic glass hob. They are designed with sleek glazed finishes, and have an easy surface to clean and resistant to scratches. They're also usually fitted with a power boost feature, which allows you to increase the temperature of your stove for a brief period of time. Another electric hob that is ideal for modern homes is an induction hob. As opposed to traditional gas and electric plate hobs, induction hobs utilize electromagnetic fields to directly heat cookware. This means they are more energy-efficient and provide precise temperature control. They require a specific type of pan, and can be costly to set up. Hobs made of glass that are gas-powered are another great option for modern homes. It has a burner underneath the glass, which is flat, similar to a conventional gas stove. However it's shatterproof and heatproof, so it's much simpler to clean than glass that's tempered. Many of these hobs are equipped with a “hot surface indicator” that alerts you to the heat. Gas hobs are a popular choice for a lot of home cooks however they can be noisy and difficult to clean. They can take a long time to cool down and warm down and their flame can be difficult to manage. In contrast electric hobs are energy-efficient and simpler to clean. There are electric stoves that are compatible LPG gas. You can switch between various fuels, giving you the flexibility you need to meet your needs. But, it's important to note that these hobs must be installed by a registered gas safe engineer and require a 6mm cable for your kitchen. They're also not suitable for those with pacemakers, since the electromagnetic field may interfere with them. Induction hobs Under the glass surface of the induction hobs, there are copper coils that run an alternating electrical current. When an induction-compatible pot is placed on a stove, the coils produce magnetic fields that produce heat directly in the pan rather than heating the surface of the worktop (gas) or the heated plate (electric). Induction hobs are extremely efficient from a energy perspective since there's no heat that is wasted. There are a myriad of models of induction stoves starting with the basic models with a single zone marked by rings up to more sophisticated multi-zoned induction stoves that can have up to 6 zones that allow multiple pots to cook simultaneously in one flex space. oven and hob of these models feature an adjustable slider control similar to the iPhone. Simply swipe your finger over the power bar located in the middle to select the desired temperature left to right increases the heat and right-to-left decreases it. Some models have pre-programmed settings for specific recipes or food items which can save you time and effort in the kitchen. Induction hobs are more expensive than ceramic hobs. However, they are more efficient in the long term. They are more efficient in heating and have a smaller heating space which could reduce your energy bills. They also cool faster and have a more secure design without hot plates, making them ideal for families with children or elderly people living in the house. However, they can create a magnetic field which could interfere with some medical devices such as pacemakers so it is important to place your pans on the burner and avoid placing small pans on large burners. Like all electric hobs, you'll have to keep your induction hob clean regularly as food and debris can accumulate over time. You can either use a standard oven cleaner or invest in a specialist one to keep your stove in good condition and shiny for a longer time. Be sure to not use the abrasive cleaning pads or scouring pads on your induction hob since they can scratch the surface.