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Types of Hobs A hob, which is also known as a stovetop in North America, is a cooking appliance that heats pans by using electric or flames. There are many different types of hobs. You can pick the one that is best suited to your kitchen and your style. Induction hobs have an elongated ceramic cooking surface and have five or four zones to heat your pans. The modern touch-operated designs look sleek and stylish and are easy to clean. Ceramic hobs Ceramic hobs can give your kitchen a sleek, modern design. They have a flat glass-ceramic surface that's easy to clean, meaning spills and splatters are quickly wiped away. They are fast to heat up and are energy efficient and can lower the cost of electricity. Ceramic hobs can be slow when changing temperature settings. This can be frustrating when you are cooking something that requires quick reduction or increase of temperature. Electric hobs are comprised of a solid surface that is heated from below by electric elements. They can be controlled individually by rotary knobs and nipped up to the power level you require. You can utilize the Boost feature to boost the temperature of a particular 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 if you have children, so it's best to install them in a location which is far from flammable objects and out of reach of little ones. The advantage of this type of hob is that it can be put in on a variety of worktops such as laminate, solid wood and granite. It's also fairly inexpensive and can be a great alternative if you are looking to replace your stove without spending a large amount of money. As with all appliances, they need to be properly installed and connected to the mains. We recommend hiring an electrician to ensure that the new hobs are safe to use. A downside of this type of hob is that it's very sensitive to pan size and shape. You'll need to buy cookware that matches the element precisely or fits comfortably in all of the heating zones. If the cookware doesn't match the element, it won't recognize it and will not begin to heat the base 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 are more expensive than electric hobs, and require professional installation. However, they heat up faster – an entire pot of water can typically boil in less than four minutes. This kind of hob is a great choice for cooks who need to control how much heat is produced. However, it should be observed that a glass-based hob is more susceptible to damage than stainless steel ones and will likely require cleaning more often, since grease and residue build up tends to remain instead of slipping off. This Bertazzoni hob is a fantastic example of gas on glass. It comes with four monobloc burners in matt black, with control knobs made of metal to create a sleek, elegant finish. It also comes with a 4kW wok ring to increase versatility, and pan supports that are dishwasher-safe, making them easy to clean. Another highly recommended model is this Bosch gas hob, which is a stylish slab of toughened glass and advanced cooking technology. The dual ring design to the left of the gas hob provides a double inner burner to increase heat distribution and increase the speed of cooking. It also features an excellent power level indicator, which helps to regulate the precise temperature of the flame. You can choose between nine preset settings, including a high setting to sear steaks, and a low one for scrambled egg. The simple, yet intuitive controls were liked by our testers who found them be very simple to use. Some minor disadvantages include the fact that you must physically press the controls nine times before you can reach the highest level of heating and it can be difficult to determine the state of the burners through the glass. Some of the top gas-on-glass hobs can be found at affordable prices, such as this Neff model. It's not going win any design prizes however it's going to serve its purpose and be a fantastic option for your kitchen at just above 120 pounds. Electric hobs Electric hobs are ideal for modern homes. They are not only sleek and stylish, they are they are also more efficient, safer and more energy efficient than their predecessors. Ceramic glass hobs are among the most well-known electric stoves. They're made with a sleek, glossy finish and an easy-to-clean surface that's resistant to scratches or smudges. These hobs are also fitted with a power booster feature that lets you increase your heat for a short period of time. Induction hobs are a different electric hob that is perfect for modern homes. Induction hobs heat your cookware directly with electromagnetic fields unlike traditional electric and gas plates. This means they are more energy-efficient and provide precise temperature control. They require a particular type of pan and could be expensive to put in. Hobs made of glass that are gas-powered are a different option for modern homes. Similar to a standard gas hob, it comes with a burner beneath a layer of flat glass. The glass is heatproof as well as shatterproof, which makes it easier to clean than glass that is tempered. Ovens & Hobs of these hobs include a 'hot-surface indicator' that warns you when the oven is hot. While gas hobs remain an option that is popular with home cooks but they can be noisy and difficult to clean. The flame can be difficult to control and takes an extended time to heat up and cool off. In contrast, electric hobs are more energy-efficient and simpler to clean. To achieve the highest level of modern technology You can even find electric hobs that are compatible with LPG gas. This allows you to switch between various fuel sources, so you can adjust your cooking to fit your needs. It is important to remember that these stoves will need to be installed by an accredited gas safe engineer and will require an appropriate cable of 6mm to be installed in your kitchen. They're not suitable for people with pacemakers as the electromagnetic field could cause interference with them. Induction hobs On the glass surface of induction hobs are copper coils that generate an alternating electrical current. When an induction-compatible plate is placed on the hob the coils produce magnetic fields that direct heat the pan, instead of heating a surface of the worktop or a heated plate. Induction hobs are extremely efficient from an energy standpoint, as there's no residual heat being wasted. There are many different models of an induction hob, from basic entry level models that have a single cooking zone that is marked with rings to more advanced multi-zoned induction hobs with up to six zones, allowing the cooking of multiple pots simultaneously in one flexible zone. Some of these premium models come with a touch slider control that looks very similar to how you operate on an iPhone. You can select the desired temperature by sliding your finger from left to right over the power bar located in the middle. Certain models have preset settings for specific food items or recipes which can help you save time in the kitchen. Induction hobs are more expensive than ceramic hobs. However they are also more energy efficient over the long run. They can heat faster and have a smaller heating area which can reduce the cost of energy. They cool faster and have a safer design without hot plates. This makes them perfect for families with elderly or children. However, they can create magnetic fields that could affect medical devices like 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 need to clean your induction hob regularly, as food and debris can accumulate over time. You can use a regular oven cleaner, or you can opt for a specialist product to keep your stove shiny and in good condition for a longer time. Just be sure to never use scrubbers or pads for scouring on your induction cooker as they can scratch the surface.