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How to Choose the best ovens and hobs uk Hob

There are lots of factors to take into consideration when selecting the ideal hob, ranging from price to energy efficiency. So deciding what features are important is crucial.

A basic ceramic electric hob can cost as little as PS100. However you'll have to pay more for a model with numerous features. Gas hobs oven, which are also popular and provide excellent temperature control, but are expensive, are a different option.

1. Haier I-Flex Induction Hob

With four cooking zones and three functions called 'Push&Go', this hob from Haier can assist you in making quick meals. It was one of the fastest to boil water in our tests, taking just four minutes. It comes with the child lock as well as a an pause feature, so you can stop the process in a snap without having to mess with controls.

Its style is sleek and contemporary, and works well with modern kitchens. It's typically made of glass (shatterproof and heatproof) or ceramic, and comes with touch controls that sit flush with the worktop to make it easy to use.

The controls are intuitive to operate and we loved the clear display that informs you the current power settings, and which of the five zones is active. The "Boost" feature produces high-powered heat in a short time. It is perfect for stir-frying and quickly bringing pans to boil. The hot hob light and the automatic shutoff are helpful safety features, too.

It's not as responsive as the other hobs tested in this test. It took nine presses to reach the maximum temperature, compared to seven or six for other models. It takes longer to respond when you alter the cooking temperature, meaning you might have to alter settings several times before your pan is ready to cook at the proper temperature.

The model measures 60 cm ovens and hobs uk comes with four cooking zones. One of them is a half-flex zone that allows two zones to easily be joined to accommodate larger pans or pots. Dual-ring design permits it to be operated with both "normal" and "boost" power levels. The Boost model is great for frying meat, searing it or bringing pots of water to the rapid boiling point.

It is fully integrated with the hOn App, and offers 100's of recipes, guides for cooking, and 30 unique programs that are divided into different food categories and types of preparation. It has a multislider control panel with a 'lockable interface' and can detect the type of pan you're using to determine the appropriate cooking mode. It's also compatible with hOn pans from third parties and has a number of safety features such as a lockable panel as well as boil-dry prevention.

2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob

Whether you're having work done in your kitchen, or searching for a substitute to gas, induction hobs are becoming more popular. Prices have slashed dramatically over the past few years. The basic four-zone models can be found for less than PS100. However, if you're looking for all the bells and whistles that include induction it's worth the extra cost for the latest innovations.

This sleek model from Smeg features the latest induction technology that makes cooking more efficient and energy efficient. The Auto-pot detection system recognises pots with an overall diameter of at least 9 cm and automatically will activate the appropriate zone.

Smeg's emphasis on energy efficiency doesn't overlook flexibility either - this hob is designed to conserve power by adjusting the maximum operating temperature of the zones to meet your cooking needs. Eco-Logic advanced mode lets you to save more energy by reducing the power output to as low as 2.4kW.

Testers were impressed with the user-friendly interface of this hob that has intuitive controls that move along the edges of the hob to follow your pan. The color scheme of the control panel allows you to quickly determine the operational status of each zone, while the 'Flexi Duo' feature allows you to connect two zones together to cater for larger pans. There are numerous useful functions, including four automated cooking settings: melting, boiling, slow-cooking and keeping warm.

The hob also has a FlameSensor which will alert you when there's a risk of a meal that's been burned or an igniting fire. There are other safety features, like a residual heat indicator and an auto shut-off feature if the surface is too hot.

It also has the CleanProtect coating that is designed to help it resist tough marks and stains from cooking. This hob has nine power levels and the FlexiDuo feature for accommodating large pans and is simple to set up. There are a few bonus features like locking controls and a safety fuse to protect against accidental button pressing.

3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob

Induction ovens hobs are powered by electricity and not gas. They utilize copper plates to create a magnetic force when a pan or pot is placed on them. This means that they can reach a temperature faster than gas hobs and can also reduce energy consumption since the cooking zone only gets hot when you turn on a pan. They're generally less expensive than gas and are easier to clean, which makes them a popular option.

Indesit's induction stove is packed full of features to help you develop your cooking ideas. It has two cooking zones that can be combined to form an Integrated Zone for larger pans as well as an accelerated Booster zone to bring water to a boiling point quickly. Push&Go, for example, allows you to cook perfectly by pressing the button. There are nine power modes including a 'P-boost setting that grants each zone maximum power for five minutes, are easily selected using the controls, which are positioned across the bottom of the cooktop to follow your pans.

The controls are easy to use and have a modern, minimalist design that's ideal for a contemporary kitchen. In our tests, it was able to boil pasta water in a flash and was quick to heat up once we placed a pan on the Booster zone. It took some time to cool down after we turned off the hob, and our test subjects had difficulty seeing the exact temperature on the control panel.

As well as having a Dual Zone and Push&Go, the Indesit hob comes with a bridge function that lets you combine two cooking zones to accommodate larger pans. It also comes with a child lock and an overheating block and an auto switch-off system that stops the appliance from working when it's too hot. Our test participants were impressed that there weren't any messy, visible flames and the glass was easy to wipe clean. Ventilated hobs unlike traditional extractors draw steam and smoke from the pan and out of the room through a duct located on the surface. The duct on this hob is easy to clean, but it required two people to remove the filter.

4. GE Induction Hob

Think about how the hob will be able to fit into the layout and design of your kitchen as well as the style of cooking you prefer. Induction hobs are a great option if you cook with kids or elderly in mind. They are equipped with safety features such as automatic shut-offs and a cool-to-touch surface. For those who value speed and efficiency an electric hob that has a wipe-clean ceramic glass fascia is a great choice. Gas hobs are a great choice for those who live in areas prone to power outages.