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Types of Hobs A hob, also referred to as stovetops in North America, is a cooking appliance that heats pans by using electric or flames. There are many different types of hobs. You can choose the one that is best suited to your kitchen and design. Induction hobs come with flat cooking surfaces made of ceramic and include four or five zones for heating your pans. Modern touch-operated designs are elegant and fashionable, and they are easy to clean. Ceramic hobs Ceramic hobs can give your kitchen a sleek, modern design. The flat glass-ceramic surfaces can be easy to clean and can easily be cleaned up if spills or splatters occur. They also heat up quickly and are energy efficient, which can help to lower your electric bill. Ceramic hobs aren't always fast when changing temperature settings. This can be a hassle when you need to cook something that requires a rapid decrease or an increase in heat. Electric hobs utilize an uncooked plate that is heated by electric elements under. The power of each element can be adjusted by rotating knobs. You can even utilize the 'boost' feature to increase the heat of a single zone. Ceramic hobs also have very high rate of heat retention, which means they'll stay hot to the touch even after being shut off. It is essential to place ceramic hobs in an area that is away from items that could ignite and away from children's reach. This kind of hob can be installed on a variety worktops such as laminate and solid hardwood as well as granite. It's also reasonably priced and is an excellent option if you're looking to replace your previous hobs, but without spending a lot of money. As with any appliance, they must be properly installed and connected to the mains. We recommend hiring an electrician to ensure that the new hobs are safe to use. The drawback of this kind of hob is that it's very sensitive to pan size and shape. It is essential to purchase cookware that is exactly the same as the element or fits comfortably in all of the heating zones. If the cookware doesn't match the element, it won't recognize it and won't start to heat up the bottom of the pan. This can lead to uneven cooking results and make the hob less energy efficient. Gas on glass hobs Gas on glass hobs offer an elegant, modern look. While they can be more expensive than electric models and require professional installation, they typically take less time to heat up. It's not unusual for a full pan of water to come to a boil in four minutes or less. This type of stove is a great choice for cooks who want to control the amount of heat that is produced. However, it should be observed that a glass-based hob can be more vulnerable to damage than stainless steel ones and will likely require cleaning more often, since grease and residue build up tends to stay on the surface instead of slipping off. This Bertazzoni hob is a great example of gas on glass. It features four monobloc burners in matt black with metal control knobs to give it a chic, sophisticated look. The wok ring has a power of 4kW for extra versatility and the pan supports are dishwasher-proof. Another highly recommended model is this Bosch gas hob, which is a stylish slab of toughened glass with the latest cooking technology. The dual ring design to the left of the gas hob features an inner burner that doubles to increase heat distribution and accelerate cooking. It also comes with an indicator for power that helps you to control the exact temperature of the flame. You can select from nine preset settings, such as the highest setting for sear steaks and a lower one for scrambled egg. The simple and intuitive controls were also well appreciated by our testers, who found them to be very simple to use. Some minor drawbacks are that you need to press the controls nine times before reaching the maximum heating level and that the glass can make it difficult to discern the burners' actions. Some of the best gas-on-glass hobs are available for an affordable price like this Neff model. It's not going win any design awards but it'll perform the task and be an excellent option for your kitchen at just more than 120 dollars. Electric hobs Electric hobs are ideal for modern homes. They're not just sleek and stylish, but they are also safer, faster and more efficient than their predecessors. One of the most well-known electric hobs is the ceramic glass hob. They 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 duration. Induction hobs are another electric hob perfect for modern homes. Induction hobs heat cookware directly using electromagnetic fields, unlike traditional gas and electric plates. They are therefore more energy efficient and provide precise temperature control. However they require a particular type of pan to function and can be expensive to set up. Glass hobs with gas are a great alternative for modern homes. It is equipped with a burner under an unidirectional glass layer similar to a conventional gas stove. However the glass is heat-resistant and shatterproof, which means it's much easier to clean than the typical tempered glass. Many of these hobs are equipped with a “hot surface indicator” that alerts you to the temperature. While gas hobs remain a popular option for many home cooks but they can be noisy and difficult to clean. The flame can be difficult to control and can take an extended time to warm up and cool down. In contrast electric hobs are energy-efficient and simpler to clean. For the highest level of modern efficiency, you can even find electric hobs that are compatible with LPG gas. This allows you to switch between different fuel sources, meaning you'll have the flexibility to fit your needs. It is important to remember that these hobs will require installation by a registered gas safe engineer and require an appropriate cable of 6mm in your kitchen. Best place to buy oven and hob for those with pacemakers as the electromagnetic field could interfere with them. Induction hobs Copper coils conduct an alternating electric current beneath the glass surface of an induction hob. When an induction-compatible pot is placed on a hob the coils produce magnetic fields that create heat directly in the pan rather than heating the surface of the worktop (gas) or a heated plate (electric). Induction hobs are extremely efficient from a energy standpoint, as there's no residual heat being wasted. There are a myriad of models of induction stoves from the basic entry-level ones with a single zone identified by rings up to more advanced multi zoned induction stoves that can have up to six zones that allow multiple pots to be cooked within a flex area. Some of these premium models come with an adjustable slider control similar to the 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 recipes or food types which can help you save time in the kitchen. Induction hobs are more expensive than ceramic hobs. However, they are more efficient in the long run. They heat up faster and have a smaller heating area which could reduce your energy costs. They also cool down faster and have a more secure design that doesn't have hot plates, making them perfect for families with young children or elderly persons living in the home. However, they do produce a magnetic force that could affect certain medical devices, such as pacemakers. It is therefore important to center pans and avoid using smaller pans on larger burners. Like all electric hobs, you'll need to keep your electric hob clean, because food and debris could build up over time. You can use an oven cleaner, or you can purchase a specialist cleaner to keep your hob shiny and in good condition for a longer time. You should never use any abrasive cleaning product or scouring pad on your induction stove since they could scratch the surface.