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Types of Hobs A hob, which is also known as stovetops in North America, is a cooking device that heats pans by using flames or electricity. There are many different types of hobs. You can choose the one that best fits your kitchen and style. Induction hobs have a flat ceramic surface and either four or five zones to heat your pans. Modern touch-operated designs are sleek and fashionable, and they are easy to clean. Ceramic hobs Ceramic hobs can give your kitchen a modern, sleek design. They have a flat glass-ceramic surface that is easy to clean, meaning spills and splatters can be quickly wiped away. They are fast to heat up and are energy-efficient, which can reduce your electricity bill. However, one drawback of ceramic hobs is that they can be slow to adjust the temperature which can be a problem when cooking food that requires a quick reduction or increase in heat. Electric hobs are comprised of a solid surface that is heated from below by electric elements. The power of each element can be individually adjusted by rotating knobs. You can use the Boost feature to boost the temperature of a certain zone. Ceramic hobs hold heat extremely well, so even after they have been turned off, they will still be hot to the touch. This can be a problem when you have children, so it's best to install them in a location that is well away from objects that are flammable and away from little ones. This kind of hob is able to be used on a variety of worktops including laminate or solid hardwood, as well as granite. It's also quite affordable and can be an excellent alternative if you are looking to replace your stove without spending a large amount of money. As with any appliance, 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 kind of hob is sensitive to the pan's size and shape. It is necessary to purchase cookware that's either the exact size as the element, or that can fit comfortably into each heating zone on the hob. If the cookware doesn't match, then the element won't recognize it and will not begin to heat the base of the pan. This can cause uneven cooking and make the hob less efficient. hobs and ovens on glass hobs Glass hobs made of gas have a sleek and modern look. Although they may be more expensive than electric models and may require professional installation, they often take less time to heat up – it's not uncommon for a full pan of water to be boiling in four minutes or less. This type of hob is also a great option for cooks who want to regulate the amount of heat being generated. However, it should be noted that a glass hob is more prone to damage than stainless steel ones and will need to be cleaned more often, as grease and residue build up tends to remain instead of slipping off. This Bertazzoni hob is an excellent example of gas on glass. It has four monobloc burners finished in matt black, with control knobs made of metal to give it a chic, sophisticated look. The wok ring has a power of 4kW for additional versatility, and the pan supports are dishwasher-proof. Another highly recommended model is this Bosch gas hob, which combines a stylish slab of toughened glass with advanced cooking technology. The dual ring design on the left of the hob offers a double inner flame to ensure even heat distribution, which in turn speeds up cooking times. It also features an easy-to-read power level indicator, which helps to regulate the exact temperature of your flame. You can choose from nine pre-defined settings including the high setting for searing steak and the low setting for scrambled eggs. Its simple yet easy-to-use controls were also appreciated by our testers, who found them to be very easy to use. Some minor issues are the fact that you have to physically press the controls nine times before you can reach the highest temperature and it can be difficult to discern the state of the burners through the glass. Some of the best gas-on-glass hobs are available at affordable prices, such as this Neff model. Although it's unlikely to win any design awards however, it serves the purpose well and is an excellent addition to your kitchen for less than PS120. Electric hobs There are a variety of electric hobs that work for modern households. Not only do they offer a sleek design that fits into the rest of your kitchen and are also equipped with modern technology that is safer, quicker and more efficient than their predecessors in terms of energy consumption. Ceramic glass hobs are among the most well-known electric stoves. They're designed with a sleek, glossy finish and an easy-to-clean surface resistant to smudges and scratches. They're also usually fitted with a power boost function, which allows you to increase the heat of your cooker for a brief period of time. Another electric hob that is suitable for modern homes is an induction hob. Induction hobs heat cookware directly with electromagnetic fields unlike traditional electric and gas plates. This means that they are more energy efficient and have precise temperature control. They require a special type of pan and can be costly to set up. A gas-on-glass hob is a different option that's a great choice for modern homes. It features a burner beneath a flat glass layer, like a traditional gas stove. However the glass is heat-resistant and shatterproof, which means it's easier to clean than the typical glass that's tempered. A lot of these hobs come with the “hot surface indicator” that warns you of the temperature. While gas hobs remain a popular option for many home cooks, they can be noisy and difficult to clean. The flame can be difficult to control and take an extended time to warm up and cool down. On the other hand, electric hobs are more energy-efficient and simpler to clean. You can even find electric stoves that work with LPG gas. This lets you switch between various fuel sources, so you can adjust your cooking to adapt to your lifestyle. However, it's important to keep in mind that these stoves must be installed by a registered gas safe engineer and will require a dedicated 6mm cable for your kitchen. These hobs are not suitable for those with pacemakers since the electromagnetic field can interfere with them. Hobs with induction On the glass surface of the induction hobs, there are copper coils that run an electrical current that is alternating. When an induction compatible pan is placed on the hob, the coils produce magnetic fields which directly heat the pan rather than heating a surface of the worktop or a heated plate. This makes induction hobs very efficient from a energy standpoint because there's no leftover heat being wasted. There are a myriad of models of induction stoves starting with the basic models with a single zone labelled by rings up to more sophisticated multi-zoned induction stoves that can have up to 6 zones and allow for multiple pots to cook simultaneously in one flex space. Some of these premium models have the ability to control the temperature using a slider that's similar to the iPhone. You can choose the desired temperature by sliding your finger from left to right over the power bar in the middle. Certain models have preset settings that are specific to recipes or food types which can help you save time in the kitchen. Induction hobs do tend to be more expensive than ceramic hobs. However, they are believed to be more energy efficient in the long run as they heat up much faster and use a smaller space to heat up, which can help you save on energy bills. They also cool down faster and have a more secure design with no hot plates, making them ideal for families with young children or elderly persons who live in the house. However, they create magnetic fields that could cause interference with medical devices like pacemakers so it's important to center your pans on the burner and avoid using small pans on large burners. As with all electric hobs, you'll have to keep your induction hob clean since food particles and other debris can accumulate over time. You can either use a standard oven cleaning product or invest in a specialist one to keep your stove in good condition and shiny for a longer time. Just be sure to never use the abrasive cleaning pads or pads for scouring on your induction hob since they can scratch the surface.