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Types of Hobs A hob, also known as stovetop in North America, is a cooking appliance that heats pans with electric or flames. There are a variety of hobs. You can pick the one that best suits your kitchen and design. Induction hobs come with an elongated ceramic surface and a range of four or five zones to heat your pans. The modern touch-operated designs look elegant and chic and are easy to clean. Ceramic hobs Ceramic hobs can give your kitchen a modern and sleek design. They have a flat glass-ceramic surface that is easy to clean, which means spills and splatters are quickly cleaned. They are quick to heat up and are energy-efficient, which can reduce your electric bill. Ceramic hobs can be slow when changing the temperature settings. This can be a problem when you have to cook something that requires a rapid reduction or increase of heat. Electric hobs are comprised 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 even utilize the 'boost' feature to increase the heat of a single zone. Ceramic hobs also have extremely high degree of heat retention, meaning they'll remain hot to the touch after being turned off. This can be a challenge when you have children, so it's best to place them in an area which is far from any flammable items and out of reach of children. The benefit of this type of hob is that it can be installed on a variety of worktops such as laminate and solid wood as well as granite. It's also fairly affordable and is a great alternative if you're looking to replace your previous hobs without spending a lot of money. However, like all appliances they do need to be properly installed and connected to the mains, and we suggest hiring an electrician professional to ensure that the new hobs are safe to use. The downside to this kind of hob is that it's very sensitive to the size of the pan and shape. You will need to purchase cookware that matches the element precisely or fits comfortably in all of the heating zones. If the cookware doesn't match, then the element will not recognize it and will not begin to heat the base of the pan. This can lead to uneven cooking results and will make the hob less efficient. Gas on glass hobs Glass hobs with gas have a sleek and modern design. They are more expensive than electric models and could require professional installation. However they heat up faster – a full pot of water can typically boil within less than four minutes. This type of hob also works well for cooks who wish to control how much heat is generated. Glass hobs are more vulnerable to damage and require more frequent cleaning since they are more likely to accumulate grease and residue. One of the best examples of a gas on glass model is this Bertazzoni hob, which has four matt black monobloc burners, each with precise metal control knobs to create an elegant and sophisticated look. It also comes with an oblong wok ring with 4kW to increase versatility, and dishwasher-proof pan supports that are easy to clean. Another highly recommended model is this Bosch gas hob, which combines an attractive slab of toughened glass with the latest cooking technology. oven hob at the left side of the gas hob features two burners inside to improve heat distribution and increase the speed of cooking. It also has an excellent power level indicator, which allows you to control the precise temperature of the flame. You can choose from nine pre-defined settings, including the high setting for searing steak and the low setting for scrambled eggs. Our test subjects also appreciated the controls because they were simple and easy to use. Some minor issues are that you need to physically press the controls nine times before you can reach the highest heating level, and that 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 an affordable price, such as this Neff model. It's not likely to win any design prizes however it's going to perform the task and be a fantastic addition to your kitchen at just over 120 pounds. Electric hobs There are a variety of electric hobs that work for modern households. They are not only sleek and stylish, they are also faster, safer, and more energy efficient than their predecessors. Ceramic glass hobs are among the most sought-after electric stoves. They're made with a sleek, polished, glazed finish. They also have an easy-to-clean surface that is resistant to smudges and scratches. They're also typically equipped with a power boost feature which lets you increase the heat of your cooker for a short amount of time. Another electric hob that is suitable for modern homes is an induction hob. As opposed to traditional gas and electric plate hobs, induction hobs utilize electromagnetic fields to directly heat cookware. 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. Gas on glass hobs are another great option for modern homes. Similar to a conventional gas hob, it has an oven that is surrounded by an underlying layer of flat glass. This glass is heatproof and shatterproof, which makes it easier to clean than tempering glass. A lot of these hobs are equipped with an “hot surface indicator” that alerts you to the heat. Gas hobs are a popular choice for many home chefs However, they can be noisy and difficult to clean. The flame can also be difficult to control and takes some time to heat up and cool off. Electric hobs, on the other side are more energy efficient and are easier to clean. There are even electric stoves that are compatible LPG gas. You can switch between different fuels, providing you with the flexibility you need to adapt to your lifestyle. It is important to remember that these hobs will require the installation of a registered gas safe engineer and require an appropriate cable of 6mm in your kitchen. They are also not suitable for those who have pacemakers because the electromagnetic field could interfere with them. Induction hobs On the glass surface of induction hobs are copper coils which run an electrical current that varies. When an induction compatible pan is placed on the hob, the coils create magnetic fields which directly heat the pan instead of heating a surface of the worktop or a heated plate. Induction hobs are extremely efficient from a energy standpoint because there's no leftover heat being wasted. There are many models of induction stoves starting with the basic models with a single zone marked by rings to more advanced multi-zoned induction stoves that have up to six zones and allow for multiple pots to be cooked on one flex area. Some of these premium models have a slider control that is similar to the iPhone. Simply swipe your finger across the power bar at the middle to choose the desired temperature left to right increases heat and right to left decreases it. Some models have preset settings for specific 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 considered to be more energy efficient over the long term because they heat up faster and use a smaller space to heat up which could help you save on energy bills. They also cool faster and have a safer design without hot plates, making them ideal for families with children or older people who live in the house. They do, however, produce an electric force that could affect certain medical devices like pacemakers. It is therefore crucial to center pans and avoid using smaller pans on larger burners. As with all electric hobs, you'll have to keep your induction hob clean regularly since food particles and other debris can build up over time. You can use a standard oven cleaner, or you can purchase a specialist cleaner to keep your stove sparkling and in good order for a longer time. Just be sure to never use scrubbers or pads for scouring on your induction hob since they could scratch the surface.