A Guide to the Best Hobs in the UK

A hob is an oven that is distinct from the cooker. A cooker is freestanding and comes with both a hob and an oven.

Hobs are sly and occasionally malignant sprites who live in the countryside. They were often mixed with Goblins to create the Hobgoblin.

Gas Hobs

In any modern kitchen, a quality hob is essential. If you're looking for ceramic, induction, or gas there's a hob to suit your taste and budget. A high-quality hob can heat up quickly and evenly to cook your food in a flash, while also adding an elegant appearance to your kitchen.

One of the major advantages of a gas cooker is the precise temperature control. It's easy to reach high heat levels which is perfect for boiling water, searing meat and stir-frying vegetables. Its ability to adjust its heat output quickly makes it ideal for delicate dishes or sauces that require low temperatures.

Another benefit of a gas hob is its energy efficiency. It makes use of natural gas, which is typically less expensive than electricity, making it more affordable to operate a hob. Furthermore, it makes use of direct flames to heat your kitchen utensils which means there is less energy wasted around the edges of the burners.

Modern gas hobs are made with a sleek design to fit in with any kitchen decor. You can choose models with a shiny black or stainless steel finishes that blend seamlessly into the decor and make your kitchen look more contemporary. You can also pick one made of glass ceramic that is easy-to-clean and highly durable.

Gas hobs are a popular option for modern kitchens due to of their versatility and ease-of-use. They can also be a great complement to traditional kitchen designs, especially when you incorporate the range cooker into your layout. It is important to be aware that they can increase the risk of fire when contrasted with electric or induction stoves. They lack the safety features such as being able to shut off immediately and having a child-safety locks on the control knobs.

When selecting a gas stove, you should be aware of the number of cooking zones and burners you require. You can choose models with 1, 2 or 5 cooking zones. A lot of models also have central wok burners which is a high-powered burner that is suitable for rapid stirring or boiling. Find out the type of ignition you are using. Most gas hobs light the burners using an electric spark or an ongoing electric pilot flame.

Hobs induction

While gas hobs remain a popular choice for home cooks, induction cookers are gaining popularity for their speed and efficiency. These flat glass-topped cookers employ magnetism to heat the contents of a pan, rather than heating the surface, which makes them more efficient, and safer as there is no flame under. Induction hobs have a variety of features. Our Good Housekeeping Institute experts found that certain features can be extremely beneficial.

One of these is a bridge function, which lets you connect two hob rings to make room for larger pans. You can also regulate the temperature of each ring independently by using the touchscreen panel. This is an excellent option for those who like to entertain and can be an essential feature if there are guests who have different dietary requirements. Induction hobs can be dangerous for people who have pacemakers as they generate electromagnetic fields that could interfere with the operation of their devices.

The British Heart Foundation recommends a minimum of 60cm distance between a source of power and any active hob, if you are wearing a pacemaker. The magnetic field produced by the hob could cause electrical devices to malfunction. Make sure that the device isn't in the vicinity of hot cookers or hot plate zones.

Another induction hob available is this model from CDA, which has five Hob Uk zones as well as many functions, including melt and simmer which can be perfect for bain maries or slow cooked stews. This hb is designed with safety in mind. It has child locks, anti-overflow, as well as overheat settings.

The design of this induction cooker is a bit more contemporary than other models available. This is evident in the sleek black finish that blends well with most kitchen designs. It comes with a range of features including the ability to pause that lets you temporarily turn off the hob without taking the pan off and a boost function that gives you extra power to speed up the heating process. It's also energy efficient, and the touch-screen has some handy pre-set recipes to help you choose your favourite recipes.

LPG Hobs

Gas hobs are able to achieve higher temperatures and provide instant heat control. Gas hobs are popular in both commercial and residential kitchens. They can be used to heat leftovers or to create culinary masterpieces.

Our selection of LPG gas hobs include a wide variety of sizes ranging from 60cm, which includes 4 burners to 90cm, which is comprised of five or six burners. A lot of these hobs are also compatible with natural gas by using a an easy conversion kit making them the ideal solution for homes that have existing mains connections.

All of our gas hobs are from reputable brands like Falcon, Imperial, and Lincat. They are available in a variety of designs and finishes. You can find models with stainless steel, black glass and other finishes that will complement your home.

When selecting a gas stove, there are plenty of options to take into consideration. Certain models have automatic pan detection as a security feature. This allows the cooking zones to start only when the appropriate cookware is placed to avoid heat loss. Some hobs also have adjustable cooking zones that can accommodate various sizes of pans. Others offer child locks that keep unintentional fingers away from the controls, and some even have a handy auto switch off tool that turns off the hob if it hasn't been utilized for a specific amount of time.

LPG is also more accessible than electricity in rural areas, which can be difficult to locate. Its liquid form makes it easy to store and transport, making it an ideal choice for people who reside in remote areas or run catering businesses without access to mains-gas.

Our selection of gas stoves provides a variety of options, with a few of our models boasting fast water boiling times of under five minutes. This makes them ideal to cook pasta or potatoes as well as other popular dishes in busy catering environments where time is of the essence. Our hobs are equipped with cast iron pan supports that are sturdy and feature a flame failure safety system to ensure that the flame is never completely extinguished.

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The right hob can make all the difference when you're cooking with your family or friends. Our experts will walk you through the four most commonly used types and help you select the cooker hob that is most suitable for you and your lifestyle as well as cooking habits.

Gas hobs provide excellent precision and control, with a variety of different styles available with 4 to 6 burners. You can even find models that can be converted to use LPG which is a safer and less expensive fuel. Our range includes all the top brands, with a broad choice of finishes and colours to match your kitchen style.

The word hob is an ancient English term, originally meaning "a grate or shelf by a flame'. It's a term from the past that describes how we used to cook at home in the past with large fireplaces and shelves that were separate for pots. Today, the majority of kitchens have an oven, as well as an additional hob (stove top) that is either gas or electric.

The British frequently refer to their stove as a hob, although other countries may use the term cooker. A hob is an independent piece of equipment that has heating rings for saucepans. A cooker is a larger unit that combines a hob with an oven. A range cooker is a combination of a hob and oven, often built into a worktop. More information on the gas hobs that are affected as well as hazard descriptions and product identifiers can be found on the Product Safety Report pages linked to above.