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Types of Hobs A hob (known as stove tops in North America) is a cooking appliance that heats up pans with flame or electricity. There are a variety of hobs. You can pick the one that best fits your kitchen and your style. Induction hobs are equipped with a flat ceramic surface and four or five zones to heat your pans. Modern touch-operated designs are sleek and fashionable, and are easy to clean. Ceramic hobs Ceramic hobs can give your kitchen a modern, sleek look. The flat glass-ceramic surfaces can be easy to clean and can quickly be cleaned up if spills or splatters occur. They also heat up quickly and are energy efficient and can help reduce your electricity bills. Ceramic hobs aren't always fast when changing the temperature settings. This can be a problem when you are cooking something that requires quick reduction or an increase in heat. Electric hobs consist of a solid surface which is heated from below by electric elements. They can be controlled individually using rotary knobs and notched up to the level of power you require. You can utilize the Boost feature to raise the temperature of a certain area. Ceramic hobs also have very high rate of heat retention, which means they'll stay hot to the touch after being turned off. It is important to put ceramic hobs in a location that is away from any flammable objects and away from children's reach. This kind of hob can be used on a variety of worktops including laminate or solid hardwood, as well as granite. It is also relatively affordable and can be a great alternative if you're looking to replace your old hobs, but without spending a lot of money. However, like all appliances they need to be installed correctly and connected to the mains, and we suggest hiring an electrician who is experienced to ensure your new hobs are safe to use. The drawback of this kind of hob is that it's sensitive to the size of the pan as well as its shape. You'll need cookware that is either the exact same size as the element or that will fit comfortably inside each heating zone on the hob. If the cookware isn't the same size as the element, it won't recognise it and will not heat the bottom of the pan. This could lead to inconsistent results in cooking and makes the hob less efficient. Gas on glass hobs Gas-powered glass hobs have a sleek, modern aesthetic. While they can be more expensive than electric models and may require professional installation, they often 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 kind of hob is a great choice for cooks who wish to limit the amount of heat is produced. Glass hobs are more vulnerable to damage and require more frequent cleaning because they tend to accumulate grease and sludge. One of the best examples of a gas on glass model is this Bertazzoni hob, that has four black monobloc burners that have precise metal control knobs to create a stylish and sophisticated finish. It also comes with the wok ring that has 4kW for additional versatility, as well as pan supports that are dishwasher-safe, making them easy to clean. This Bosch gas hob is a highly recommended model. It combines a fashionable piece of toughened glass with cutting-edge cooking technology. The dual rings on the left of the hob offers the double inner flame to improve even heat distribution, which in turn speeds up cooking times. It also features an easy-to-read power indicator that helps you to control the precise temperature of the flame. You can choose from nine pre-defined settings, including a high setting for searing a steak and the low setting for scrambled eggs. Its simple yet easy-to-use controls were also loved by our test subjects who found them be very easy to use. A few minor drawbacks are the fact that you need to physically press the controls nine times to get to the highest temperature, and that it can be difficult to discern the state of the burners through the glass. A few of the top gas-on-glass hobs are available for an affordable price, such as this Neff model. It's not going to win any design awards but it'll serve its purpose and be an excellent option for your kitchen at just over 120 pounds. Electric hobs Electric hobs are ideal for modern homes. They're not just sleek and stylish, but they are also more efficient, 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 function that allows you to increase the heat of your hob for a short period 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 your cookware. This means that they are more energy efficient and offer precise temperature control. However they require a particular type of pan to work and are costly to set up. A gas-on-glass hob is a different option that's an excellent option for modern homes. hobs oven to a traditional gas hob, it has a burner beneath the glass is a flat layer. However, this glass is shatterproof and heatproof, so it's much easier to clean than the typical glass that is tempered. A lot of these hobs are equipped with the “hot surface indicator” which alerts you to the temperature. Although gas hobs are an option for many home cooks, they can be noisy and difficult to clean. The flame can be difficult to control and can take some time to heat up and cool off. However, electric hobs are more efficient in terms of energy consumption and are easier to clean. There are even electric stoves that can be used with LPG gas. You can switch between a variety of fuels, providing you with the flexibility needed to meet your needs. It is important to remember, however, that these stoves will require installation by an accredited gas safe engineer. They also require a dedicated cable of 6mm to be installed in your kitchen. They're not suitable for people with pacemakers, since the electromagnetic field can cause interference with them. Induction hobs Copper coils create an alternating electric current under the glass surface of an induction hob. When an induction-compatible dish is placed on a hob the coils create magnetic fields that produce heat directly inside the pan rather than heating the surface of the worktop (gas) or the heated plate (electric). Induction hobs are extremely energy efficient, as they don't waste any heat. There are a myriad of models of an induction hob starting from basic ones with only one cooking zone marked by rings to more sophisticated multi-zoned induction hobs with up to six zones, allowing you to cook multiple pots simultaneously on one Flex zone. Certain models come with an adjustable slider control similar to the iPhone. Simply slide your finger across the power bar at the middle to choose the desired level of heat, left to right increases heat and right to left decreases it. Certain models have preset settings for certain food types or recipes which can help you save time in the kitchen. Induction hobs are more expensive than ceramic hobs. However they are more energy efficient in the long term. They heat up faster and have a smaller area for heating which could reduce the cost of energy. They also cool quicker and feature a safer design without hot plates, which makes them ideal for families with children or older people living in the house. However, they can create a magnetic field which could interfere with some medical devices such as pacemakers so it is important to place your pans over the burner and avoid placing small pans on large burners. Like all electric hobs, you'll need to clean your induction hob on a regular basis, as food particles and other debris can build up over time. You can use a regular oven cleaner, or you can invest in a specialist product to keep your stove sparkling and in good order for a longer time. Avoid using any abrasive cleaning product or scouring pad on your induction stove as they may scratch the surface.