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Types of Hobs

A hob (known as stove top in North America) is a cooking appliance that heats up pans by using electricity or flames. There are many different types of hobs. You can choose the one that is best hobs suited to your kitchen and style.

Induction hobs have a flat ceramic cooking surface and include five or four zones for heating your pans. Modern touch-operated designs are sleek and stylish, and easy to clean.

Ceramic hobs

Ceramic hobs provide modern and sleek design that can really enhance the overall appearance of your kitchen. The flat glass-ceramic surfaces are easy to clean and are able to be cleaned up if spills or splatters occur. They heat up quickly and are energy-efficient, which can reduce your electric bill. Ceramic hobs can be slow when changing temperature settings. This can be frustrating when you have to cook something that requires quick decrease or an increase in the heat.

Electric hobs use plates that are heated by electric elements under. The elements can be controlled individually using rotary knobs and notched up to the level of power you require. You can even use the boost feature to increase the heat of a single area. Ceramic hobs also have very high heat retention, which means they'll stay hot to the touch even after being turned off. This can be a challenge when you have children, so it's advisable to place them in a place that is well away from any flammable items and not within reach of young children.

This kind of hob is able to be used on a variety of worktops such as laminate or solid hardwood, as well as granite. It's also fairly inexpensive and can be a great option for those looking to replace your old stoves without spending a lot. However, just like any other appliance, they do need to be properly installed and connected to the mains, and we would recommend hiring an electrician who is experienced to ensure your new hobs are safe to use.

This type 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 size as the element, it won't recognise it and will not heat the bottom of the pan. This can cause uneven cooking and make the stove less efficient.

Gas on glass hobs

Gas on glass hobs offer a sleek, modern aesthetic. They are more expensive than electric models, and may require professional installations. However, they heat up faster as a full pot of water can often boil within less than four minutes. This kind of hob is also a great option for cooks who prefer to control the amount of heat produced. However, it must be not forgotten that a glass hob can be more vulnerable to damage than stainless steel ones and will require cleaning more often, as the build-up of grease and residue tends to remain instead of slipping off.

One of the best hobs uk examples of a glass-on-gas model is this Bertazzoni hob, that has four matt black monobloc burners, each with precise metal control knobs that create a an elegant and sophisticated look. The wok ring is 4kW for additional versatility, and the pan supports are dishwasher safe.

Another highly recommended model is this Bosch gas hob, which combines the look of a sleek slab of toughened glass with advanced cooking technology. The dual ring design to the left of the hob has an inner flame that doubles to improve even heat distribution and accelerates cooking time. It also has an excellent power level indicator that helps to regulate the exact temperature of your flame. You can choose from nine pre-set settings, like the highest setting for sear steaks and a low one for scrambled egg.

Our test participants also liked the controls as they were easy to use and intuitive. Some minor issues are the fact that you need to physically press the controls nine times before you can reach the highest temperature, and that it can be difficult to determine the state of the burners through the glass.

This Neff model is among the best hob gas-on-glass hobs that are available at a low cost. It's not going win any design prizes but it'll serve its purpose and be a great addition to your kitchen at just more than 120 dollars.

Electric hobs

Electric hobs are ideal for modern homes. They are not only sleek and stylish, they are they are also safer, faster and more efficient than their predecessors.

One of the most sought-after electric hobs is a ceramic glass hob. These hobs are designed with an elegant glazed finish and have an exterior that is easy to clean and resistant to scratches. These hobs are also fitted with a power booster function that lets you increase your heat for a short period of time.

Induction hobs are a different electric hob that is ideal for modern homes. Induction hobs heat cookware directly using electromagnetic fields, unlike traditional electric and gas plates. This means that they are more energy efficient and provide precise temperature control. However they require a particular kind of pan to work with them and are costly to install.

Hobs made of glass that are gas-powered are a different option for modern homes. Similar to a conventional gas hob, it features the burner underneath an underlying layer of flat glass. The glass is heatproof and shatterproof, making it much easier to clean than tempering glass. A majority of these hobs have a 'hot surface indicator', which informs you when the oven is hot.

Gas hobs remain a popular option for many home cooks, but they can be noisy and hard to clean. They also take a while to heat up and cool down and their flame can be hard to control. However, electric hobs are more energy-efficient and simpler to clean.

There are even electric stoves that work with LPG gas. You can switch between different fuels, allowing you the flexibility you need to adapt to your lifestyle. It's important to note that these hobs require installation by an accredited gas safe engineer and require an appropriate cable of 6mm for your kitchen. They're not suitable for people who have pacemakers, as the electromagnetic field could interfere with them.

Induction hobs

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

There are a myriad of models of induction stoves, from the basic ones with a single zone labelled by rings up to more advanced multi zoned induction stoves that can have up to six zones and allow multiple pots to be cooked simultaneously on one flex area. Some of these models come with a touch-slider control that resembles to the way you use an iPhone. Simply swipe your finger across the power bar in the middle to choose the desired level of heat left to right increases the heat and right to left decreases it. Certain models can even be programmed with 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, but they are considered to be more energy efficient in the long run because they heat up faster and have a smaller surface for heating up which can help lower your energy costs. They cool faster, and they are safer than traditional hobs that do not have hot plates. This makes them a great choice for families with children or elderly people. However, they do produce magnetic forces that can cause interference with certain medical devices, such as pacemakers. It is therefore essential to center the pans and avoid using smaller pans on bigger burners.

Like all electric hobs, you will have to clean your induction hob on a regular basis, as food particles and other debris may build up over time. You can either make use of a basic oven cleaning product or purchase a specialist one to keep your oven with hob in good condition and shiny for a longer time. Make sure you don't use abrasive cleaners or pads to scour your induction hob as they could scratch the surface.