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How to Choose the best oven Hob

There are lots of factors to take into consideration when selecting the best hob, from price to energy efficiency. Therefore, deciding which features are important is essential.

A basic ceramic electric hob can cost less than PS100. However you'll have to pay more for a model that comes with many features. Gas hobs, also popular and Modern Kitchen offer great temperature control, but are more expensive, are another alternative.

1. Haier I-Flex Induction hob and oven

This Haier hob comes with four cooking zones, three "Push&Go" functions, and can assist you in making quick meals. It was among the fastest ways to boil water in our tests, taking only four minutes. It has an child lock and an pause feature, so you can stop the process in a snap without having to fiddle with controls.

Its design is sleek, modern and is a great match for modern kitchens. It is typically made from glass (which is heatproof and shatterproof) or ceramic. The controls are touch-sensitive, and they sit in a flush position on the countertop.

The controls are easy to use, and we appreciated the clear display which tells you the current power setting and which of the five zones are active. The 'Boost" feature creates powerful heat in a short time. It is perfect for stir-frying and quickly bringing pans to boil. The hob's light that is hot and automatic shutdown are useful safety features, too.

It's not as responsive as the other hobs in this test. We found it took nine presses of the control to achieve the highest temperature, as opposed to seven or six on other models. It also takes longer for the pan to respond when you alter the temperature. It is possible to adjust the settings a few times to get the right heat.

This model is 60cm long and has four cooking zones, including a half-flex zone where two areas can be joined together to accommodate larger pots and pans. It comes with a dual-ring design that can operate on both 'normal' and 'boost power levels. It is perfect for cooking, searing meat or bringing water pans to the rapid boiling point.

It is fully integrated with the hOn App and has 100's of recipes, guided cooking, and 30 special programs that are divided into different food categories and types of cooking. It features a multislider controls panel with a 'lockable interface' that detects the type of pan you're using to determine the appropriate cooking mode. It also works with hOn cookware from third parties and has various safety features like the ability to lock the panel and boil-dry prevention.

2. Smeg I-Flex Induction Hob

Induction hobs are becoming increasingly popular, whether you're renovating your kitchen or looking for a gas-free option. Prices have dropped dramatically in the past few years. Basic four-zone models are now sold for less than PS100. If you are looking for the most modern induction technology, it's worth paying a little more.

This sleek-looking model from Smeg features the latest induction technology that makes your cooking energy efficient and convenient. The Auto-pot detection system detects pots with a diameter of at least 9 cm and automatically selects the zone that is appropriate.

Smeg's primary focus is on energy efficiency but it doesn't forget the possibility of flexibility. The hob can be adjusted to conserve energy based on the highest temperatures of the zones. Eco-Logic advanced mode lets you to reduce energy consumption by reducing power output to as little as 2.4kW.

Testers were impressed with the user-friendly interface of this hob with easy-to-use controls that move along the edge of the hob, allowing it to follow the pan. The control panel's colour-coded scheme makes it easy to determine the status of each zone. The 'Flexi Duo" function allows you to connect two zones to accommodate larger pans. There are a variety of useful functions, including four cooking presets for automatic cooking (melting, boiling, slow cooking and keeping warm) and a Power Boost for quick results.

The oven also comes with a FlameSensor which will alert you in the event of a meal that's been burned or an igniting fire. There are a variety of safety features, including a residual heat indicator and an auto switch-off if the surface gets too hot.

It also has the CleanProtect coating that is designed to help it resist tough staining and cooking marks. This hob is easy to install and features nine power levels and a handy 'FlexiDuo' feature that allows catering for large pans. There are also a number of additional features, such as control locks and an emergency fuse in the event of accidental button-pushing.

3. Indesit I-Flex Induction Hob

Induction hobs are powered by electricity, not gas. They utilize copper plates to create a magnetic force when a pan or pot is placed on them. This means that they can heat up faster than gas hobs and also save energy as the cooking zone only heats up when you turn on a pan. They are generally cheaper to operate than gas and they are also easier to clean.

This induction hob by Indesit is packed full of features that make it easy to be creative in the kitchen. It comes with two distinct zones that can be combined into the Dual Zone to accommodate larger pans, and a speedy booster zone that can quickly bring boiling water to. The Push&Go feature, for instance, allows you to cook with perfection at the touch the button. The controls are simple to use and let you select nine power modes including a P boost setting that provides maximum power to each zone for five minutes.

The controls are easy to use and have modern, minimalist designs that's ideal for a contemporary kitchen. In our tests, it cooked pasta water in a snap and quickly heated up after placing an oven on the Booster zone. It took a while to cool down after turning off the hob, and our testers could not determine the exact temperature on the control panel.

This Indesit hob also features the bridge function, which allows the user to combine two cooking zones to make larger pans. It also has a child lock, an overheating block and an automatic switch-off feature that prevents the oven from working when it gets too hot. Ceramic glass is easy to clean and there are no flames visible. Our test subjects were pleased with the fact that there was no visible flame. Contrary to traditional extractor hoods vented hobs draw heat and smoke out of the pan and out of the room via an air duct on the surface. The duct on this hob is easy to clean, but it took two people in order to remove the filter.

4. Induction Hob by General Electric

Consider how the hob will be able to fit into your kitchen's layout and design, as well as what your cooking style. For instance, if frequently cook with children or elderly people in mind, security features like an automatic shut-off feature ovens and hobs cool to the touch surface could make an induction stove an ideal choice. If you're looking for speed and efficiency using a ceramic glass facia on an electric hob is the ideal alternative. For those who live in areas prone to load-shedding, the capability to use gas hobs during power cuts may tip the scales in favour of a gas model.