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Neff N70 T18FD36X0
This Neff ceramic hob is a top-of-the-range pick, which will allow you to adapt the appliance to your precise needs depending on cooking styles and what it is you’re making.
There are four zones, but each and every single one is different. You have a small one for when the milk pan/that peppercorn sauce is on the go or you have a tea pot bubbling away, as well as a large space for woks or large soup pans and a longer zone for frying pans or all-in-one breakfast trays.
A residual heat indicator will help when you want to ensure everything is cool before you go anywhere near it again, and the control panel is also lockable for when you don’t want to risk the temperature being changed.
Our only niggle is that the controls are rather small so you could struggle to see them in some light, but they’re easy enough to control once you get used to the positioning.
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Features
- Dimensions: 4.5 x 80.2 x 52.2cm
- Number of Zones: 4
- Weight: 12 Kg
- Touch Control
Reasons to Buy
- Easy to use touch control
- A stylish design
- Safety features including a lock and heat indicator
- Easy to clean
Reasons to Avoid
- One of the more expensive choices
2.
SMEG SE395ETB
Looking to cook more on your hob than most? This extensive Smeg ceramic hob has five fantastic zones with variable pan settings and sizes, meaning that you can now expect your cookware to be flexible around you, and not the other way around. The fantastic news is that this ceramic hob is also one of the easiest to use in its line, with simple touch controls and a very easy cooktop that you can clean down and maintain from use to use.
This super versatile hob unit also boasts additional cooking and precision features, along with safety features to ensure that nothing overheats, and that little fingers aren’t left at risk of burning themselves! This hob is more than just a pretty face, and while it may be a premium price, it’s worth it for the versatility.
Features
- Dimensions: H50 x W90 x D51cm
- Number of Zones: 5
- Fuel Type: Electric
- Weight: 13.5kg
- Warranty/Guarantee : 2 Years (Manufacturer)
Reasons to Buy
- Fantastic flexible cooking
- Five zones for various pan sizes
- Touch controls
- Brilliant safety controls
Reasons to Avoid
- Perhaps a little pricey for some
3.
Bosch Serie 2 PKE611CA1E
Bosch is a reliable and trustworthy brand that continuously surpasses their level of quality and solidity. That is the same with this particular hob, the PKE611CA1E ceramic hob has been created to be easy to use and provide complete power.
We were thoroughly impressed with how quick this product provides heat and subsequently reduces the cooking time of our favourite recipes. With rapid heat and responsive temperature adjustments, this is a great pick.
It comes equipped with simple dials for the heat, four zones, and a cool touch technology.
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Features
- Dimensions: 4.6 x 59.2 x 52.2 cm
- Number of Zones: 4
- Weight: 8 Kg
- Touch Control
Reasons to Buy
- Easy to use dials
- Easy to clean
- Rapid and responsive heat
- Various size zones
- Cool touch technology
- Great price
Reasons to Avoid
- Isn’t as modern as some of the other selections
4.
GIONIEN GCE460TC
Get the results you need when cooking up a storm. This is one of the best budget electric ceramic hobs out there, and it costs less than most of the competition!
The Gionien hob comes complete with four zones, touch control and a lockable panel. The power can really be ramped up meaning that it cooks very quickly which making it perfect for stir-fries and browning and sealing meats and its 4 different cooking zones can easily cope when it comes to cooking family-sized meals.
In addition to the many features, this ceramic hob offers it has some great safety features too unless a pan is placed on one of the heating zones the zone won’t heat up. Cleaning is also aided by its sleek smooth surface leaving no places for dirt to lodge, simply wipe down after use.
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Features
- Dimensions: 59 x 52 x 5.2 cm
- Number of Zones: 4
- Weight: 9.1 Kg
- Touch Control
Reasons to Buy
- Child safety lock
- Can be brought on a budget
- Automatic heat up technology
- Simple touch control
Reasons to Avoid
- Just the one year warranty
5.
Smeg SE364ETD
Smeg are renowned for making stylish yet low-profile designs sure to fit perfectly into your home’s theme, alongside their infamous retro releases. This hob is no different, with a simplistic yet modern style and user-friendly controls.
Enjoy this black hob with four zones, each in different sizes to accommodate your pans and help efficiently heat your food. 9 power settings for each will ensure you find the sweet spot for cooking, whether it be ramping up the heat to fry some steak or a light simmer for a mushroom sauce. The thermostatic probes placed in each zone ensure complete accuracy.
You will also be privy to an automatic keep warm function that helps make your job easy, so when you’re not quite ready for the soup, it can stay hot without cooking further. This Smeg ceramic hob is a great addition to any kitchen and is well worth the price tag.
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Features
- Dimensions: 5 x 60.0 x 51.0cm
- Number of Zones: 4
- Touch Control
- Flexible Heat
- Automatic Keep Warm Function
Reasons to Buy
- It is simple to use the settings
- It is reliable and has a two year warranty
- Energy efficient
- Has a child lock and other safety features
- 9 power levels
Reasons to Avoid
- Not the cheapest option
6.
LOGIK LCHOBTC16
This Logik ceramic hob offers a sleek, black sheen which is likely to slide in well into most modern kitchens. You’ll benefit from four separate cooking zones, as well as an LCD so you can keep track of your precision cooking. Who needs an induction hob when a ceramic system of this calibre can get you up to temperature as quickly as you need it to?
You have access to nine different power settings per hob or zone, meaning that it shouldn’t ever be difficult to tailor your boiling or frying experience your way. Not only that, but modern kitchen owners will likely enjoy the touch panel functionality, meaning that there’s no more clumsy fiddling around with classic dials or knobs.
This is also an exceptionally safe ceramic hob system, with a unique child lock functionality to help keep the heat away from little fingers. What’s more, there is a built-in timer on-board, meaning that there’s no need for you to keep track of what’s cooking with your own watch or timepiece elsewhere.
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Reasons to Buy
- Nice, sleek and modern look
- Built-in timer for ease of control
- Safety features are a must
- Four cooking zones with nine different settings
Reasons to Avoid
- Maybe not the most feature-rich
7.
NEFF N30 T16FK40X0
This Neff ceramic hob could be the staple option for your kitchen that you’re crying out for. Offering four variable zones with vertical knobs and a very reasonable price tag, this hob top is likely to provide you with more than enough power and control to make sure you fry and boil up meals with greater precision than ever before.
Boasting a traditional control system as well as a hot hob warning system, you’ll find that this is one of the simplest, safest and least tricky hobs to get used to. Great for anyone looking for simple cooking without having to go for a cheap and nasty option. The fact it’s so easy to clean is also a major plus point.
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Features
- Dimensions: H46 X W59.2 X 52.2CM
- Number of Zones: 4
- Fuel Type: Electric
- Weight: 8kg
- Warranty/Guarantee : 2 Years (Manufacturer)
Reasons to Buy
- Dial controls for added precision
- Hot hob indicator system
- Very reasonably priced
- Super easy to clean and maintain
Reasons to Avoid
- Nothing to speak of
8.
AEG HK764070FB
This ceramic hob is the perfect balance between familiar electronic cooking and an induction hob, without the complicated control of the latter model.
The four zone burner can be made into more areas and also caters for bigger pots and pans. You decide what zones you require and it will efficiently and rapidly heat up the contents for your pan.
It also comes equipped with a timer and a Stop+Go feature, which will allow you to pause cooking and resume where you left off with immediate effect. So if the phone rings, stopping the power will cut the heat straight away yet will get going again in no time.
This hob has the best of all features and what’s more, it is still simple to use. The only reason we didn’t rate this higher up on the list is due to it being a little more expensive than some others, but the extra technology is there if you want to invest.
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Features
- Dimensions: 3.8 x 71.0 x 52.0 cm
- Number of Zones: 4
- Touch Control
Reasons to Buy
- DirekTouch screen controls
- Keep warm setting
- Two timer functions
Reasons to Avoid
- A little more expensive than its competition
9.
Bosch PKN811D17E
If you are fed up of slow cooking times and complex settings then you will want to make the leap to ceramic hob technology.
The Bosch PKN811D17E has everything you could possibly need and is a reliable choice. It isn’t cheap, but if you are looking for a ceramic hob that offers that easy-clean design, fast cooking times and a strong build which should last well beyond its value for money, then you have hit the jackpot with this model.
An extendable zone can accommodate larger pans such as a fish kettle or multi-zone frying pan. The other three areas are all different sizes, so you can find the one which matches the base of your pan the best which will save you energy and heat loss.
We love how the front mounted controls aren’t only simple to use, but also offer 17 stages of power so you can get precise cooking results. Residual heat indicators will let you know when the surface is still too hot to touch, or if it is still warm enough to heat up that sauce at the last minute.
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Features
- Dimensions: 5 x 80.0 x 53.0 cm
- Number of Zones: 4
- Touch Control
- Flexible Heat
Reasons to Buy
- Easy to use touch control
- Lots of safety features including heat indicators
- Economical use
- Flexible heat and extendible zones
Reasons to Avoid
- A little more expensive than its competition
10.
Stoves SEH602SCTC
The Stoves SEH603SCTC is an attractive looking, modern & stylish black ceramic hob finished with a stylish steel surround
It offers four ceramic rings, two of which can be used for larger pans, ideal for those occasions where you have friends or family visiting, and just in case you find yourself somewhat distracted by homework, a zoom call or something else…each zone has its own individual time!
Set up is straightforward and the SEH603SCTC comes with a super helpful instruction book to explain how to install in an easy to understand language.
Once installed you will be away…The controls are easy to operate, it heats up quickly and offers great versatility with variable heating areas.
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Features
- Dimensions (H)5.5 x (W)59.0 x (D)52.0
- Warranty: 1 Year
- Number of Zones: 4
- Weight: 9.5KG
- FUEL TYPE: Electric
Reasons to Buy
- Quick to heat up
- Easy to use and install
- Variable heating areas
- Individual timers for each ring
Reasons to Avoid
- Nothing to speak of