How to Choose the Best Hobs

Hobs are an essential kitchen appliance, but which one you pick is contingent on your cooking preferences and budget. Gas hobs are easy to heat up and offer precise temperature control. Electric hobs, on the other hand, are efficient, but they take longer to heat up.

Choose a model with pan supports that are dishwasher-safe to simplify cleaning. Ideally, you'll want a hob that offers nine power levels so that you can select the right setting for your food.

3. CDA DH702Z Induction Hob

A well-designed hob is an essential kitchen appliance, and there are many different styles to choose from. But it's not all about design - the performance of a hob can make or break your cooking experience. Whether you're an experienced cook or just starting out with cooking, our range of CDA hobs have features that help ease the burden of your mealtimes.

Gas Hobs

Gas hobs have been a favourite of chefs and amateurs for many years due to their apparent heat and their ease of control. The heat is distributed more evenly and makes frying easier. Their efficiency is not as high as that of other types of hobs and can take longer to heat up. They also require a professional installation and proper ventilation in the kitchen to remove Ovens & Hobs smoke from the combustion.

Electric Hobs (Coil & Smooth Top)

Electric hobs utilize an induction plate to heat your cookware directly which means they're generally faster and more efficient than gas hobs. They emit less harmful emissions and are also easier to clean. However they don't have that similar flame-cooked appeal and may be unsuitable for homes with children or those that have medical equipment like pacemakers.

The Siemens IQ500 EP9A6SB90 gas hob is sleek and modern design with five burners. It's got plenty of room for pots and pans. There's even a wok burner to cook stir-fries and other Asian dishes. It is equipped with a range of features that are easy to use, including the Quick Start feature that shows on the display panel which burner is on (and can be programmed to shut it off at certain times). There's also a pause or start feature to allow you to temporarily stop the cooking process and resume later.