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Types of Hobs A hob (known as stove tops in North America) is a cooking appliance that heats up pans by using electricity or flames. There are a variety of hobs. You can pick the one that best fits your kitchen and design. Induction hobs have an elongated ceramic cooking surface and include four or five zones to heat your pans. Modern touch-operated designs are sleek and stylish, and easy to clean. Ceramic hobs Ceramic hobs can give your kitchen a sleek, modern look. They have a flat glass-ceramic surface that is easy to clean, so spills and splatters can be quickly cleaned. They heat up quickly and are energy-efficient, which can reduce your electric bill. However, one drawback of ceramic hobs is that they tend to be slow to adjust the temperature, which can be frustrating when cooking food that requires a quick reduction or increase in temperature. hob uk are comprised of a solid surface that is heated from below by electric elements. The power of each element can be adjusted individually through rotary knobs. You can even use the 'boost' feature to increase the temperature of a single zone. Ceramic hobs hold heat extremely well, so even after they have been turned off, they'll be hot to the touch. This can be a challenge when you have children, so it's advisable to place them in a location that is away from any flammable items and not within reach of little ones. The benefit of this kind of hob is that it can be installed on a variety of worktops such as laminate, solid wood and granite. It's also reasonably priced and can be a great alternative if you're trying to replace your old hobs, but without spending a lot of money. Like 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 downside to this kind of hob is that it's extremely sensitive to pan size and shape. You'll need to buy cookware that's the exact dimensions as the element or that is able to fit in each of the heating zones on the hob. If the cookware doesn't fit, then the element won't recognize it and won't start to heat the base of the pan. This could result in inconsistent cooking results and make the hob less efficient. Gas on glass hobs Gas on glass hobs offer modern, sleek design. They can be more expensive than electric models and may require professional installations. However, hob uk heat up faster and a full pot of water can typically boil in less than four minutes. This kind of hob works well for cooks who want to control the amount of heat that is generated. However, it should be observed that a glass-based hob is more susceptible to damage than stainless steel ones and will require cleaning more often, since the build-up of grease and residue tends to stick rather than slide off. This Bertazzoni hob is a great example of gas on glass. It features four monobloc burners that are matte black, with control knobs made of metal to give it a chic, sophisticated appearance. The wok ring is 4kW to allow for more versatility and the pan supports are dishwasher-proof. This Bosch gas hob is a highly recommended model. It combines a fashionable piece of toughened glass with advanced cooking technology. The dual ring design on the left of the gas hob provides a double inner burner to increase heat distribution and increase the speed of cooking. It also has an easy-to-read power indicator that lets you control the exact temperature of the flame. You can select from nine pre-set settings, like high settings to sear steaks, and a low one for scrambled egg. Our test subjects also appreciated the controls as they were simple and intuitive. Some minor issues are the fact that you must physically press the controls nine times to reach the highest heating level and it may be difficult to discern the status of the burners through the glass. A few of the top gas on glass hobs are available for an affordable price like this Neff model. While it's unlikely to win any design awards but it can do the job well and is an ideal addition to your kitchen for just over 120 dollars. Electric hobs There are a variety of electric hobs that are ideal for modern households. They're not just sleek and stylish, but they are also more efficient, safer, and more energy efficient than their predecessors. One of the most sought-after electric hobs is the ceramic glass hob. These hobs have an elegant glazed finish and feature an easy surface to clean and resistant to scratches. They're also usually fitted with a power boost function which lets you increase the heat of your cooker for a brief period of time. Another electric hob that is ideal for modern homes is an induction hob. In contrast to traditional electric and gas plate hobs that use electromagnetic fields to directly heat your cookware. This means they are more energy efficient and offer precise temperature control. They require a particular type of pan and can be costly to install. A gas on glass hob is a different option that's an excellent choice for modern homes. Similar to a conventional gas hob, it features a burner beneath the glass is a flat layer. The glass is heatproof as well as shatterproof, making it easier to clean than glass that is tempered. A lot of these hobs include a 'hot-surface indicator', which alerts you when the hob is hot. Gas hobs are a popular option for many home cooks However, they can be noisy and difficult to clean. The flame can be difficult to control and take an extended time to get hot and cool off. Electric hobs, on the other hand, are more energy efficient and easier to clean. For the ultimate in modern efficiency, you can even find electric hobs that are compatible with LPG gas. This allows you to switch between various fuel sources, so you can adjust your cooking to fit your needs. It is important to note that these hobs require the installation of an accredited gas safe engineer and will require a separate cable of 6mm for your kitchen. They're not suitable for people who have pacemakers as the electromagnetic field could interfere with them. Hobs with induction Beneath the glass surface of induction hobs are copper coils that run an electrical current that is alternating. When an induction compatible pan is placed on the hob the coils create magnetic fields which heat the pan directly instead of heating a surface of the worktop or heated plate. Induction hobs are very energy efficient, as they don't use any heat. 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 with up to 6 zones and allow for multiple pots to cook simultaneously on one flex area. Some of these models come with a slider control that is similar to the iPhone. You can select the desired temperature by moving your finger from left to right over the power bar in the middle. Some models have pre-programmed settings for specific recipes or food items that can help you save time and effort in the kitchen. Induction hobs are more expensive than ceramic hobs. However they are also more efficient in the long run. They are more efficient in heating and have a smaller area for heating which can reduce your energy bills. They also cool down faster and have a more secure design with no 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 affect medical devices, such as pacemakers, so it's important to center your pans on the burner and avoid placing small pans on large burners. Like all electric hobs, you will have to clean your induction hob on a regular basis, as food particles and other debris can build up over time. You can employ a standard oven cleaning product or invest in a professional one to keep your stove in good condition and shiny for a longer time. Make sure you don't use the abrasive cleaning pads or scouring pads on your induction hob as they could scratch the surface.