A Guide to the Best Hobs in the UK

A hob is an oven that is different from the cooker. A cooker is a freestanding unit that includes both a stove and an oven.

Mischievous - and possibly malignant sprites of the countryside, Hobs were often combined with Goblin to create the Hobgoblin.

Gas Hobs

A well-built hob is essential in modern kitchens. No matter if you prefer ceramic, induction, or gas there's a hob to suit your style and budget. A good hob will heat up quickly and evenly to cook your food in a flash and also add a sleek finish to your kitchen.

A gas hob's precise temperature control is one of its main advantages. It is quick to reach high temperatures making it ideal for searing meat, boiling water, and stir-frying vegetables. The ability to adjust the heat output quickly makes it ideal for delicate sauces or dishes that require the use of a lower temperature setting.

Another benefit of a gas stove is its energy efficiency. Gas is more affordable than electricity and can be used to power a hob. Furthermore, it makes use of direct flames to heat your utensils, which means that there is less wasted energy around the edges of the burners.

Modern gas hobs are designed with a sleek look to fit in with any kitchen decor. Models with stainless steel or a glossy black finishes will blend seamlessly into your kitchen and will make it appear more modern. You can also choose a model made of glass which is easy-to-clean and highly durable.

Gas hobs are a popular option for modern kitchens because of their versatility and user-friendly. They also work well with traditional kitchen designs, particularly when you incorporate an oven in your kitchen layout. It is important to remember that they could increase the risk of fire when compared with electric or induction hobs. This is due to the fact that they lack the added safety features like being able to shut off immediately and also having child-safety locks on the knobs that control the hob.

When you are choosing a gas stove, be aware of the number of burners and cooking zones you need. You can pick models that have 1,2 or five cooking zones. Many models also have central wok burners, which is a powerful burner suitable for quick boiling or stir-frying. You should also check the type of ignition system used. The majority of gas hobs light the burners with an electric spark or an ongoing electric pilot flame.

Hobs induction

Induction cookers are gaining popularity due to their speed and efficiency. Gas hobs are a popular choice among home cooks. These glass-topped flat stoves use magnetism instead of heat to heat the contents of the pan. This makes them more efficient, and safer as there is no flame beneath. Induction hobs come with a range of features. Our Good Housekeeping Institute experts found that some of these features can be extremely beneficial.

One of them is the bridge function which lets you join two hob rings in order to fit larger pans. You can also control the temperature of each ring individually by using the touchscreen panel. This is a good option for those who love entertaining and can be a lifesaver when you have guests with different food preferences. It is important to note that induction cooktops aren't suitable for those who have pacemakers because they produce electromagnetic fields that can interfere with their operation.


The British Heart Foundation recommends a minimum distance of 60cm between a source of power and any active hob if you are wearing a pacemaker. The magnetic field produced by the hob could interact with electrical devices, causing them to malfunction, therefore you should ensure that your device isn't near a hot plate or near an area of cooking live.

Another induction hob available is this model from CDA that has five hob zones and various functions, such as melt and simmer, which can be perfect for bain maries and slow cooked stews. The hb was made with safety in mind, and so it has child locks and overheat and anti-overflow settings to protect against damage or accidents.

The design of this induction stove is a little more modern than some others we have available. This is evident in the sleek black surface that will blend perfectly with the majority of kitchen designs. It has a range of features that include a pause feature, which allows you to temporarily shut off the oven without taking the pan off and a boost function that provides additional power to ensure quick heating up. It is also rated as energy efficient, and its touch-screen panel comes with some handy pre-set options for your most loved recipes.

LPG Hobs

Gas hobs can attain higher temperatures and provide instant heat control. With options that are suitable for domestic and professional kitchens, they're a preferred option for those who want to make culinary masterpieces from scratch, or cook leftovers.

Our range of LPG gas hobs comes with a wide variety of widths from 60cm comprising four burners, up to 90cm, which is comprised of 5 or 6 burners. Many of these hob s also compatible with natural gas with an easy conversion kit, making them the perfect solution for homes that have existing mains connections.

All of our gas hobs come from trusted brands such as Falcon, Imperial, and Lincat. They come in various styles and finishes. You'll find models in stainless steel, black glass and other finishes to match your home.

There are plenty of hob and oven to consider when selecting gas hobs, with some models offering automatic pan detection for added security. They permit the cooking zones to only turn on when the cookware needed is present, preventing heat from being wasted. Some hobs come with a mix of cooking zones that can accommodate different sizes of pans. Some hobs have child locks to keep accidental fingers away from the controls. Some come with an auto-shutoff feature that shuts the hob off if it is not utilized for a specified period of time.

LPG is also more readily available than electricity in rural areas, which can be difficult to find. It's liquid form makes it easy to store and transport, making it the an ideal choice for people who reside in remote areas or have catering businesses that aren't connected to mains-gas.

Gas hobs are available in various models, and some have water boiling times as low as five minutes. This makes them ideal for cooking pasta, potatoes and other favourites in busy catering environments where time is of the essence. Our hobs come with cast iron pan supports that are strong and come with a flame failure safety system to ensure that the flame not snuffed out.

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Whether you're cooking for your guests or family, the right cooktop will make all the difference. Our experts will guide you though the four most popular types and help you select the cooker hob that is most appropriate for you and your lifestyle as well as cooking habits.

Gas hobs provide excellent precision and control, with a variety of styles available that range from 4 to 6 burners. There are models that can be converted to LPG, which is a cheaper and more secure fuel. Our range includes all the major brands in a variety of finishes and colours that can be matched to the style of your kitchen.

The word hob comes from an old English phrase that was originally used to mean "a shelf, grate, or fireside'. It's a term from the past that explains how we used to cook at home in the past with large fireplaces and separate shelves for pots. Today, the majority of kitchens have an oven as well as a separate hob (stove top) that is either gas or electric.

Some countries refer to the stove as a cooker, however the British call it hob. A hob is a separate piece of equipment that has heating rings that heat saucepans as well as a cooker, which is a larger freestanding unit that includes a hob and an oven. A range cooker is a combination of a stove and oven, often built into the worktop. On the Product Safety Report links above you will learn more about the affected gas stoves. This includes hazard descriptions and product identifiers.