Which Hob is Best For You?
It doesn't matter if you are an amateur or a professional chef, a high-quality hob is essential. This guide will help you decide which model is right for your home and your cooking requirements.
They are popular in professional kitchens because they provide instant and controllable heat. They're sleek and stylish that is perfect for modern interiors.
1. Miele I-Flex Induction Hob
This Miele 80cm Flexible Induction Hob with its sleek black glass ceramic surface, easy-to-use controls and stylish design is the perfect accessory to any modern kitchen. Unlike traditional gas or electric hobs, this one makes use of electromagnetic technology to heat only the base of the pan and the pan itself, making it more energy efficient. Additionally, it is easy to clean since there are no complicated parts or difficult nooks and crannies to scrub.
The model comes with four cooking zones that are standard. Two of them are suitable for pans that range between 14cm to 19cm in size and one smaller zone. Auto-detect detects the presence of pans and then moves control elements to the correct zone. A power indicator helps to pick the right setting, and residual heat indicators as well as a safety lock help to protect you and your family from accidental changes to settings.
This model has a handy booster feature that increases the power of all cooking zones at once helping to bring water to a boil in half the time. Other useful functions include a stop and go function which reduces all cooking areas to power level 1. a handy dial that allows you to repeat the last dialed setting, and a keep warm feature that keeps food at serving temperature.
This Miele induction stove is extremely customizable and efficient. It features a smart control panel controlled by SmartSelect sensors and can be connected to the WiFi network at home. You can, for example utilize the Miele App to monitor and manage your hob from afar. There is also an automatic shut-down mode that shuts off the hob at a pre-programmed interval to provide peace of mind.
2. Smeg Induction Hob
Smeg's induction hobs reduce cooking times, regulate temperatures accurately and minimise energy consumption. They're also safe to use in the presence of children, since they only heat up when a pan comes into contact with the cooking area and do not retain any heat after the power has been turned off. They're easy to clean, and can be cleaned easily.
Our selection of Smeg induction hobs includes a variety of sizes and widths, from a small 30cm to a large 90cm model. All models feature a sleek and modern design and are available in black, neptune grey and matte black. Some models include a multizone function that lets cook in two different cooking zones simultaneously, making it easier to fit larger pans. The hobs are also equipped with a variety of features that range from simple controls for heat and timers to powerful boost settings which will aid in finishing your meals faster.
Other features that are important include an automatic power-off feature which shuts off the oven when no cookware is detected, and the control lock to stop accidental changes to settings. Some models also have the ability to pause cooking, which allows you to temporarily suspend cooking without losing your place and a recall feature that allows you to restore previously used settings at the click of the button. Best ovens don't release combustion gases, but they do produce heat when used. To ensure the longevity of your Smeg's induction hob, you need to follow the cleaning and maintenance guidelines of the manufacturer. Cleaning the surface regularly using glass cleaner can prevent permanent marks from developing and will keep it looking great.
3. Smeg Induction Cooker with Downdraft Hood
Combining the best aspects of a downdraft hob with extractor hood and merging them into one unit, Smeg have developed their innovative 'Hobd' system. This single unit conceals an extractor that quickly eliminates cooking smells, creating the perfect mix of functionality and design.
The induction cooktop can be incorporated seamlessly into your kitchen. It can sit directly against your work surface to create an elegant, minimalist design, perfect for open plan modern kitchens. The controls are simple to clean and the surface is smooth and flat, abrasive to scratches and other abrasions.
Induction cooktops consume less energy than gas hobs because the heat only comes into play when the pan is in direct contact with a specific cooking zone. They are also more efficient than gas hobs, taking less than one minute to boil a pint of water. Induction cooktops, because they don't have a flame are more secure for children than gas hobs.
The Auto-Vent feature in the extractor will automatically adjust its speed according to the power of your hob. This ensures that the hood works only when it is needed, and at the right intensity to efficiently remove smoke, steam and cooking smells from your kitchen.
The user-friendly interface of your Smeg induction cooktop allows you to quickly configure and program this smart system. It comes with a variety of settings to improve the efficiency of extraction including Auto-Vent Boost or 24-hour air exchange. This feature is activated for 10 minutes every hour at low speeds, which purifies the air inside your kitchen with little noise or impact on the power consumption. The Auto-Vent function also offers an indicator in the form of a visual to monitor when the hood is in operation and off.
4. Smeg Induction Hob with Touch Controls
The Smeg SI1F7845B 80cm Induction Hob is an exquisite kitchen appliance that will add the perfect touch of luxury to any modern kitchen. The cooktop is constructed of premium materials and comes with the latest induction technology to ensure quick efficient cooking. It also has a sleek black ceramic glass surface that is easy to clean and looks great in any kitchen.
Induction hobs utilize electromagnetic induction to heat the pan, thus saving energy and making them more efficient than gas hobs. This technology heats the cookware quickly and evenly, ensuring the highest quality results every time. It's also more secure than traditional methods as the cooktop's surface remains cool to the touch, which reduces safety risks. Induction hobs are also easier to clean, since spills won't cause fire on the surface and any heat that remains is quickly dissipated after cooking.
Smeg's new sliding controls are simple to use making these induction hobs more user-friendly. The controls can be programmed to ensure that they automatically control the hood's ventilation speed based on the selected power levels, which will save you both time and effort. Induction hobs also come with various additional functions like boost settings as well as a timer and follow pot function.
Induction hobs are the highest level of cooking technology that is modern. They are more energy efficient and more efficient than gas hobs. They also have a precise temperature control, and are easy to clean. They are more secure than traditional gas stoves because the cooking zone is only heated when the pan comes in contact with it. These are ideal for families with small children, as they don't emit combustion gas and the top is cool to the touch after shutting off. This minimizes the risk of burning. Induction hobs allow you to switch between different cooking styles, and temperatures, more easily than gas hobs.
5. Smeg Induction Cooktop with Variable Temperature
The sleek lines of this stove and beautiful Eclipse Ceramic Glass surface are the ultimate example of modern design. Its simple-to-use slide controls are also lockable to keep children from accidentally turning it off and off. The cooktop is a perfect match to the rest of your kitchen. Its smooth, stylish surface is easy to clean and heats quickly and evenly. It was one of the hobs that boiled the fastest in our test water and offers a useful 'Push&Go' function that allows your hob to be programmed to melt, boil or keep warm with the push of the button.
Induction hobs are more energy efficient and faster to use in comparison to halogen or gas models since they direct heat the pan instead of heating the air around it. However, they aren't suitable for people with pacemakers as their electromagnetic field can interfere with the equipment.
The cooking zones of the Smeg are expandable to put larger pots into the same space. A double booster function lets you to boost the power of each zone. There's also a handy "shut off" timer that pauses your hob whenever you stop using it, and an hour minder as well as a double power consumption mode that limits the amount of energy used by the hob.
The Smeg model comes with a child lock, which is ideal for families with children. However it doesn't have a temperature control for the hotplate. It is not possible to adjust the heat manually like you could on other models. There's a wide range of features that are available, including three heat indicators for residual heat and an Eco-Logic advance system that controls the speed of extraction of the hood based on the cooking zone selected on the hob.