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Types of Hobs A hob, also known as a stovetop in North America, is a cooking device that heats pans using electric power or flames. There are a variety of hobs. You can pick the one that best suits your kitchen and your style. Induction hobs feature flat cooking surfaces made of ceramic and have four or five zones for heating your pans. The contemporary designs that operate with a touch are elegant and chic and are easy to clean. Ceramic hobs Ceramic hobs can give your kitchen a modern, sleek appearance. The flat glass-ceramic surfaces are simple to clean and can quickly be wiped down in the event of spills or splatters. They also heat up very quickly and are energy efficient, which can help to reduce your energy bills. Ceramic hobs can be slow in changing the temperature settings. This can be a problem when you need to cook something that requires a rapid reduction or increase of the heat. Electric hobs utilize plates that are heated by electric elements beneath. The elements 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 specific zone. Ceramic hobs hold heat extremely well, so even after they've been shut off, they will be hot to the touch. This can be a challenge for families with children, so it's advisable to place them in a location that is well away from flammable objects and away from young children. The benefit of this type of hob is that it can be installed in a variety of worktops such as laminate and solid wood as well as granite. It is also relatively inexpensive and can be a great option if you want to replace your old stoves without spending a lot. However, just like any other appliance, they must be properly installed and connected to the mains power supply, so we recommend hiring an electrician professional to ensure that the new hobs are safe to use. This kind of hob is sensitive to the pan's size and shape. You'll need cookware that's exactly the same size as the element or that can fit comfortably into each heating zone on the hob. If the cookware is not the same dimensions as the element, it won't recognize it and won't be able to heat the bottom of the pan. This can cause uneven cooking and make the hob less efficient. Gas on glass hobs Glass hobs with gas are a great choice for an elegant, modern look. They can be more expensive than electric hobs, and could require professional installation. However they heat up faster as the water in a full pot can typically boil within less than four minutes. This kind of hob works well for cooks who want to limit the amount of heat is generated. However, it must be noted that a glass hob is more susceptible to damage than stainless steel ones and may need to be cleaned more often, as the build-up of grease and residue tends to stay on the surface instead of sliding off. This Bertazzoni hob is an excellent example of gas on glass. It comes with four monobloc burners finished in matt black, with control knobs made of metal to give it a chic, sophisticated look. The wok ring is 4kW for extra versatility and the pan supports are dishwasher-safe. Another highly recommended model is this Bosch gas hob, which is the look of a sleek slab of toughened glass with the latest cooking technology. oven with hob to the left of the hob features the double inner flame to improve uniform heat distribution and speeds up cooking times. It also has an indicator for power that allows you to regulate the exact temperature of the flame. You can choose from nine pre-set settings, like a high setting to sear steaks and a lower one for scrambled eggs. Its simple yet easy-to-use controls were also liked by our testers, who found them to be very easy to use. A few minor issues are that you have to press the controls nine times to reach the highest heating level, and that the glass can make it difficult to see the burners' actions. Some of the best gas on glass hobs are available at an affordable price, such as this Neff model. It's not going to win any design prizes but it'll do the job and can be an excellent addition to your kitchen at just more than 120 pounds. Electric hobs There are a number of electric hobs that work for modern households. They're not just sleek and stylish, but they are also safer, faster, and more energy efficient than their predecessors. Ceramic glass hobs are among the most popular electric stoves. They are designed with an elegant glazed finish and have a surface that is easy to clean and resistant to scratches. These hobs are also fitted with a power booster function which allows you to boost the heat for a brief time. Another electric hob that is perfect for modern homes is an induction hob. Induction hobs heat your cookware directly with electromagnetic fields unlike traditional gas and electric plates. They are therefore more energy-efficient and provide precise temperature control. oven with hob require a special kind of pan and can be costly to set up. A gas on glass hob is another option that's a great option for modern homes. Similar to a traditional gas hob, it has a burner beneath a layer of flat glass. However the glass is shatterproof and heatproof, so it's much easier to clean than standard glass that is tempered. Many of these hobs also include a 'hot-surface indicator' that warns you when the oven is hot. While gas hobs remain a popular option for many home cooks however, they can be noisy and difficult to clean. They can take a long time to warm up and cool down and their flame can be hard to control. Electric hobs on the other side, are more energy efficient and easier to clean. You can even find electric stoves that can be used with 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 installation 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 those with pacemakers, since the electromagnetic field can interfere with them. Induction hobs Copper coils run an alternating electric current under the glass surface of an induction hob. When an induction compatible pan is placed on the hob, the coils produce magnetic fields that direct heat the pan, rather than heating a surface of the worktop or a heated plate. Induction hobs are energy efficient, as they don't squander heat. There are many models of induction stoves, from the basic entry-level ones with a single zone identified by rings up to more sophisticated multi-zoned induction stoves with up to 6 zones that allow multiple pots to be cooked in one flex space. Some of these premium models come with a touch-slider control that is very similar to how you operate on an iPhone. Simply swipe your finger across the power bar in the middle to select the desired heat level, left to right boosts heat and right to left decreases it. Some models even have pre-programmed settings for certain recipes or food types that can help you save time and effort in the kitchen. Induction hobs are more expensive than ceramic hobs. However, they are more energy efficient over the long run. They heat up faster and have a smaller heating area which could reduce your energy costs. They cool down faster and also have a safer design without hot plates. This makes them perfect for families that have elderly or children. They do, however, produce magnetic forces that can affect certain medical devices, such as pacemakers. It is therefore important to center pans and avoid using smaller pans on larger burners. As with all electric hobs you'll have to clean your electric hob on a regular basis, as food particles and other debris can build up over time. You can either use a standard oven cleaner or invest in a professional one to keep your oven in good condition and shiny for a longer time. Avoid using the abrasive cleaning products or the scratching pads on your induction stove, as they can scratch the surface.