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Types of Hobs A hob, also referred to as stovetop in North America, is a cooking device that heats pans with flames or electricity. There are many different types of hobs. You can choose the one that best suits your kitchen and your style. Induction hobs feature flat cooking surfaces made of ceramic and come with four or five zones to heat your pans. Modern touch-operated designs are elegant and fashionable, and are easy to clean. Ceramic hobs Ceramic hobs can give your kitchen a sleek, modern design. The flat glass-ceramic surfaces are easy to clean and can easily be wiped down if spills or splatters occur. They are fast to heat up and are energy efficient and can lower the cost of electricity. Ceramic hobs aren't always fast when changing temperature settings. This can be a problem when you need to cook something that requires a rapid reduction or an increase in the heat. Electric hobs are made up of a solid surface that is heated from below by electric elements. The elements can be individually controlled with rotary knobs, and then tacked up to the power level you require. You can even utilize the boost feature to increase the temperature of a single zone. Ceramic hobs are able to hold heat well, so even when they've been shut off, they'll be hot to the touch. This could be a problem if you have children, so it's recommended to install them in an area that is well away from any flammable items and not within reach of young children. This type of hob can be installed on a variety worktops, including laminate, solid hardwood and granite. It's also fairly inexpensive and can be a great option for those looking to replace your stove without spending a large amount of money. However, like all appliances they do need to be properly installed and connected to the mains power supply, so we would recommend hiring an electrician professional to ensure that the new hobs are safe to use. This kind of hob is sensitive to the pan's size and shape. You'll need to buy cookware that's the exact size as the element or that will fit comfortably inside the heating zones on the hob. If the cookware is not the same dimensions as the element, the element won't recognise it and will not heat the bottom of the pan. This can result in cooking that is uneven and make the stove less efficient. Gas on glass hobs Gas-powered glass hobs have a sleek, modern aesthetic. They can be more expensive than electric hobs, and require professional installation. However they are also more efficient in heating and a full pot of water can often boil in less than four minutes. This type of stove is a great choice for cooks who want to control how much heat is generated. Glass hobs are more vulnerable to damage and require more frequent cleaning since they tend to build up grease and sludge. This Bertazzoni hob is an excellent example of gas on glass. It comes with four monobloc burners that are matte black with metal control knobs to give it a chic, sophisticated look. It also comes with an oblong wok ring with 4kW to increase versatility, and pan supports that are dishwasher-safe, making them easier to keep clean. Another highly recommended model is this Bosch gas hob, which combines a stylish slab of toughened glass and advanced cooking technology. The dual ring design on the left of the hob features the double inner flame to ensure uniform heat distribution and accelerates cooking time. It also has a handy power level indicator, which helps to regulate the exact temperature of your flame. You can choose between nine preset settings, such as a high setting to sear steaks and a low one for scrambled egg. Its simple yet easy-to-use controls were also loved by our test subjects who found them be very simple to use. Some minor issues are that you need to physically press the controls nine times to reach the highest temperature and it can be difficult to see the state of the burners through the glass. This Neff model is among the best gas-on-glass hobs available at an affordable price. 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 PS120. Electric hobs Electric hobs are ideal for modern homes. They not only offer a sleek design that fits in with the rest of your kitchen and are also equipped with modern technology that is safer, faster and more efficient in energy use than their predecessors. Ceramic glass hobs are among the most popular electric stoves. They're made with a sleek, polished, glazed finish. They also have an easy-to-clean surface that's resistant to smudges or scratches. They're also typically equipped with a power boost feature, which allows you to increase the heat of your hob for a brief period of time. Another electric hob that is ideal for modern homes is an induction hob. In contrast to traditional electric and gas plate hobs, induction hobs utilize electromagnetic fields to directly heat cookware. This means that they are more energy efficient and offer precise temperature control. However they require a certain kind of pan to function and can be expensive to set up. Glass hobs with gas are another great option for modern homes. It has a burner underneath an unidirectional glass layer similar to a conventional gas stove. However it's heatproof and shatterproof, so it's easier to clean than glass that's tempered. A lot of these hobs come with a “hot surface indicator” that alerts you to the temperature. Gas hobs remain a preferred 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. On the other hand, electric hobs are more efficient in energy use and easier to clean. You can even find electric stoves that work with LPG gas. This allows you to switch between different fuel sources, so you'll have the flexibility to suit your lifestyle. It is important to note that these hobs require installation by an accredited gas safe engineer. They also require a dedicated cable of 6mm to be installed in your kitchen. They're not suitable for those with pacemakers as the electromagnetic field could cause interference with them. Hobs with induction Under the glass surface of induction hobs sit copper coils which run an alternating electrical current. When an induction-compatible pan is placed on the hob, the coils create magnetic fields which heat the pan directly instead of heating the surface of the worktop or heated plate. This makes induction hobs very efficient from a energy perspective, as there's no residual heat being wasted. There are a myriad of models of induction hob starting from basic ones with only one cooking zone marked by rings to more advanced multi-zoned hobs that have up to six zones, allowing you to cook multiple pots simultaneously in one flexible zone. Some of these premium models come with an adjustable slider control similar to the iPhone. Simply swipe your finger across the power bar at the middle to select the desired temperature left to right increases the heat and right to left decreases it. Some models even have pre-programmed settings for specific recipes or food items which can save you time and effort in the kitchen. ovensandhobs are more expensive than ceramic hobs. However they are also more energy efficient over the long term. They are more efficient in heating and have a smaller heating area which can lower your energy bills. They also cool down faster and have a more secure design without hot plates, making them perfect for families with children or elderly people who live in the house. However, they do generate an electric force that could interfere with certain medical devices such as pacemakers. It is therefore important to center pans and avoid using smaller pans on bigger burners. Like all electric hobs, you'll have to clean your induction hob on a regular basis, as food and debris can accumulate over time. You can either make use of a basic oven cleaning product or invest in a professional one to keep your stove in good condition and shining for longer. Make sure you don't use the abrasive cleaning pads or pads to scour your induction cooker as they can scratch the surface.