How to Choose the Best Hobs
A hob is a must-have kitchen appliance, but which you pick will depend on your cooking preferences and your budget. Gas hobs warm up quickly and offer precise temperature control, while electric hobs are more cost effective however they take a bit longer to warm up.
To make cleaning simpler choose models that have dishwasher-safe supports. You'll also need a hob with nine power settings so that you can choose the ideal setting for your food.
3. CDA DH702Z Induction Hob
There are a variety of styles of hobs that you can choose from. However, it's not just about style - the functionality of a kitchen appliance can be the difference between a successful or unsuccessful cooking experience. Whether you're an experienced cook or are just beginning your journey our selection of CDA hobs are equipped with features that help ease the burden of your mealtimes.
Gas Hobs
Gas hobs have been here the preferred choice of chefs and amateurs for a long time, due to their apparent heat and their ease of control. They also tend to distribute heat more evenly, which makes frying easier. However their efficiency isn't as high than other types of hobs and they can be slower to warm up. Additionally, they require a professional installation and proper kitchen ventilation to remove the fumes from combustion.
Electric Hobs (Coil & Smooth Top)
Electric hobs make use of an induction plate to heat your cookware directly therefore they're typically faster and more efficient than traditional gas hobs. They produce fewer harmful emissions and are easier to clean. However, they don't have the same flame-cooked charm and may be incompatible with homes that have children or those that have medical equipment like pacemakers.
The Siemens IQ-500 EP9A6SB90 is modern and sleek gas hob with five burners that offers plenty of space to accommodate all kinds of pans and pots, including a wok burner that is perfect for stir fries and other Asian-inspired dishes. It is equipped with a range of functions that are user-friendly, such as the Quick Start feature that shows on the display panel which burner is on (and can be programmed to shut it off at specific times). You can also use the Pause-and-Start feature to stop cooking and resume it later.