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Types of Hobs A hob (known as stove top in North America) is a cooking appliance that heats pans by using electricity or flames. There are many different types of hobs. You can pick the one that best suits your kitchen and design. Induction hobs have flat ceramic surfaces and either four or five zones to heat your pans. The contemporary designs that operate with a touch are elegant and chic and are easy to clean. Ceramic hobs Ceramic hobs offer an elegant and contemporary look that can really improve the overall look of your kitchen. They have a flat glass ceramic surface that is easy to clean, which means spills and splatters can be quickly wiped away. They are fast to heat up and are energy efficient which means they can cut down on your electric bill. However, one downside of ceramic hobs is that they tend to be slow to change the temperature and can be a hassle if you're cooking something that requires an instant reduction or increase in heat. Electric hobs are made up of a solid surface that is heated from below by electric elements. The power of each element can be adjusted via rotary knobs. You can use the Boost feature to raise the temperature of a specific area. Ceramic hobs retain heat very well, so even when they have been turned off, they will still be hot to the touch. This can be a problem if you have children, so it's best to place them in a location which is far from any flammable items and away from young children. The benefit of this type of hob is that it can be set up on a variety worktops, such as laminate, solid wood and granite. It is also relatively inexpensive and can be an excellent option if you want to replace your stove without spending a lot of money. But, as with all appliances, they need to be installed correctly and connected to the mains, and we would recommend hiring an electrician who is experienced to ensure that your new hobs are safe to use. This kind of hob is sensitive to pan sizes and shapes. You'll need cookware that's either the exact dimensions as the element or that can fit comfortably into each of the heating zones on the hob. If the cookware isn't compatible the element, it won't recognize it and won't start to heat up the base of the pan. This can lead to uneven cooking results and make the hob less energy efficient. Gas on glass hobs Glass hobs with gas are a great choice for modern, sleek design. They are more expensive than electric models, and may require professional installations. However they are also more efficient in heating – the water in a full pot will typically boil within less than four minutes. This kind of stove is also a great choice for cooks who like to regulate the amount of heat produced. Glass hobs are more susceptible to damage and require more frequent cleaning because they tend to accumulate grease and residue. One of the best examples of a gas-on-glass model is this Bertazzoni hob, which has four black monobloc burners that have precise metal control knobs for a an elegant and sophisticated appearance. The wok ring has a power of 4kW for extra versatility and the pan supports are dishwasher-safe. This Bosch gas hob is another highly recommended model. It is a sleek piece of toughened glass and advanced cooking technology. The dual rings that are located on the left side of the hob has a double inner flame to promote improvement in even heat distribution which increases cooking time. It also comes with an excellent power level indicator that helps to regulate the precise temperature of the flame. You can select from nine pre-defined settings including a high setting for searing steak and an option for scrambled eggs. The simple, yet intuitive controls were loved by our test subjects, who found them to be very simple to use. A few minor issues are that you need to press the controls a further nine times to reach the maximum temperature and the glass can make it difficult to discern what the burners are doing. A few of the top gas on glass hobs are available at an affordable price, such as this Neff model. It's not going win any design awards however it's going to 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 are perfect for modern homes. They are not only elegant and stylish, but also faster, safer, and more energy efficient than their predecessors. One of the most well-known electric hobs is a ceramic glass hob. They're made with a sleek, glossy finish and an easy-to-clean surface that is resistant to smudges and scratches. best hobs equipped with a power boost function which lets you increase the temperature of your stove for a brief period of time. Induction hobs are a different electric hob that is perfect for modern homes. Induction hobs heat cookware directly using electromagnetic fields, unlike traditional electric plates and gas stoves. They are therefore more energy-efficient and provide precise temperature control. They require a special type of pan and could be expensive to put in. Hobs made of glass that are gas-powered are a great alternative for modern homes. It is equipped with a burner under the glass, which is flat, like a traditional gas stove. The glass is heatproof and shatterproof, which makes it easier to clean than tempering glass. A lot of these hobs have a 'hot surface indicator', which informs you when the hob is hot. Although gas hobs are an option that is popular with home cooks, they can be noisy and difficult to clean. They also take time to warm up and cool down and their flames can be difficult to control. On the other hand electric hobs are efficient in terms of energy consumption and are easier to clean. There are even electric stoves that are compatible LPG gas. This lets you switch between different fuel sources, so you can adjust your cooking to suit your lifestyle. It is important to note that these stoves will need to be installed by an accredited gas safe engineer and will require a separate cable of 6mm to be installed in your kitchen. They are also not suitable for people with pacemakers as the electromagnetic field can cause interference with them. Induction hobs Copper coils create an electric current that is alternating beneath the glass surface of an induction hob. When an induction compatible pan is placed on the hob the coils generate magnetic fields that heat the pan directly instead of heating a surface of the worktop or heated plate. Induction hobs are very efficient in energy use, since they don't squander heat. There are many models of induction stoves, from the basic entry-level ones with a single zone identified by rings to more advanced multi zoned induction stoves that can have up to six zones and allow for multiple pots to cook simultaneously within a flex area. Some of these models come with a touch slider control that resembles to how you operate an iPhone. Simply swipe your finger across the power bar at the middle to select the desired level of heat, left to right increases the heat and right to left decreases it. Some models have preset settings for certain recipes or food types that can cut down time in the kitchen. Induction hobs can be more expensive than ceramic hobs, however they are considered to be more energy efficient over the long term since they heat up faster and use a smaller space for heating up which can help lower your energy costs. They also cool faster and have a more secure design with no hot plates, which makes them ideal for families with children or elderly people who live in the house. However, they do produce an electric force that could cause interference with certain medical devices like pacemakers. It is therefore important to center pans and avoid using smaller pans on larger burners. As with all electric hobs you'll need to clean your induction hob regularly, as food particles and other debris may build up over time. You can use a regular oven cleaner, or you can invest in a specialist product to help keep your hob clean and in good shape for a longer time. It is not recommended to use any abrasive cleaning product or a scouring pad on your stove since they could scratch the surface.