For my rating, I have chosen 4 main categories of hobs. I selected models that are different in functionality, management, safety of use. Described both simple "hackneyed", and modern, with a lot of interesting features. Price run - from ... For each model, I offer a replacement option based on user and independent feedback.
TOP-5 tempered glass gas panels
Weissgauff HGG 641 BGH
Model of a German manufacturer, high quality. Price - ... Classic black tempered glass hob with automatic ignition and 4 burners, one of which is WOK.
Pros:
- large non-standard heating zone;
- there is a WOK burner for cooking pan-Asian dishes;
- gas control as in the Fornelli PGA 45 Fiero. When the flame is extinguished, the gas supply is immediately turned off;
- comfortable large burner with three rings. According to reviews, brings a 10-liter pot of water to a boil in 10 minutes;
- the lattices are well fixed. Do not shift.
Minuses:
- a small grate above the WOK burner. Dishes with a diameter of more than 26 cm hang down;
- easily soiled surface. Visible streaks of water;
- there is no plug for electric ignition;
- in a large burner it is very difficult to regulate the flame;
- no express burner like the Fornelli PGA 45 Fiero.
Cooktop for a large family, with gas control, with stable grilles on the panel. Easy to maintain. With a powerful triple burner. Maintains minimal gas, does not go out. A worthy competitor to expensive models - such as the Hotpoint-Ariston TQG 641 (BK).
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Fornelli pga 45 fiero
Compact model of the Italian manufacturer for 3 burners with individual cast iron grates. Price - .
Pros:
- comes with a WOK adapter;
- gas control, as in Weissgauff HGG 641 BGH;
- neat and small, narrow - 45 cm;
- powerful turbo burner as in the Hotpoint-Ariston TQG 641 (BK);
- excellent ergonomics of the location of the burners. Cookware with a wide bottom fits well on 2 burners, does not touch, does not interfere with one another;
- set fire to the queue.
Minuses:
- flimsy handles and unreliable silicone pads;
- the flame on new appliances is poorly regulated, uneven. The service responds that the surface "must be burnt";
- if you turn off the minimum or medium gas, an unpleasant whistle appears.
Small hob for a small kitchen with a minimum width of 45 cm and 3 cooking zones. There is a turbo burner. In general, according to reviews, it is fully consistent with the price / quality ratio.For a large family, there are options both from inexpensive models, for example, Weissgauff HGG 641 BGH, and from more expensive ones, for example, Electrolux GPE 363 YK.
MAUNFELD EGHG 64.1CB / G
Model of an English manufacturer of household appliances. The brand is popular and in demand in the global economic arena due to its stylish modern design, high quality and innovative technologies. Hob with 4 Turkish burners, frontal control, with automatic electric ignition under each handle. Can be operated from main or bottled gas. Price - .
Pros:
- 4 burners - from 2600 to 1000 W;
- heavy all-metal full-body control knobs;
- burners of the Italian manufacturer SABAF;
- works from the main or balloon gas;
- instruction in Russian;
- express burner as in Hotpoint-Ariston TQG 641 (BK).
Minuses:
- sometimes the handle for the distant burner sticks;
- cast iron grates rust;
- There is no WOK burner or adapter, as in the Fornelli PGA 45 Fiero.
An excellent hob in terms of design and quality of elements. Convenient full-bodied control knobs, instantaneous electric ignition, gas control for safe shutdown. Powered by main or bottled gas, can be installed in the country. If the presence of a WOK burner is important, then it is available in the Weissgauff HGG 641 BGH model.
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Hotpoint-Ariston TQG 641 (BK)
Model of a famous Italian brand. Very stylish design. Nice arrangement of burners. The manufacturer did not line up all the control knobs in one row, but distributed them in pairs, making it easier and easier to choose the right burner. Price - .
Pros:
- ergonomic organization of space. The burners are not located diagonally, as in MAUNFELD EGHG 64.1CB / G, but a rhombus. You can simultaneously fill all burners with bulky dishes;
- pairwise arrangement of control knobs;
- handles do not heat up during cooking;
- supersensitive gas control. According to reviews, milk escaped, flooded the surface - the burner immediately turned off, although in some places the gas was burning.
Minuses:
- handles spoil the appearance, they had to be made in black;
- no triple burner as in Weissgauff HGG 641 BGH;
- no adapter for WOK like in Fornelli PGA 45 Fiero.
A common classic hob for a large family. Users note the build quality and parts, the convenient arrangement of the burners with a diamond and the pairwise arrangement of the control knobs. But in my opinion, it is expensive for a regular model: for example, the Weissgauff HGG 641 BGH of the same high build quality, but the equipment is much better: a WOK burner and a triple crown.
Electrolux GPE 363 YK
The model of a famous Italian manufacturer is fully consistent with the price () quality and modern equipment. Special burner Vertical Flame for quick heating of pots. Vertical flame with 20% more energy efficiency than conventional fire.
Pros:
- burner 4K WOK Burner with splitters to increase heating power;
- special surface "Gas on glass", easy to clean. It is enough to wipe with a dry cloth to remove dirt;
- quick and fine flame adjustment. Fast response gas taps;
- automatic protective function of turning off the gas during sudden flame attenuation is 2 times higher in speed than in Hotpoint-Ariston TQG 641 (BK);
- beautiful black handles with stainless steel tops;
- large depth - 52 cm, width -49 cm, which is more than in MAUNFELD EGHG 64.1CB / G (51.5 cm / 48.5 cm);
- there is a double crown.
Minuses:
- no triple crown, as in Weissgauff HGG 641 BGH;
- no express burner, as in Hotpoint-Ariston TQG 641 (BK);
- works only from main gas.
High-quality, beautifully designed hob for a large family. Large distance between burners. Quickly reheat and cook Asian food with 4K WOK Burner with divider. Heating is 20% faster than on conventional models, due to the vertical direction of the flame - dishes are heated, not air. The only drawback of Electrolux GPE 363 YK is only for apartments with main gas supply. In summer cottages, in private houses without a gas pipeline, it is not installed, for such cases the MAUNFELD EGHG 64.1CB / G is suitable.
TOP-5 electric glass ceramic hobs
Hansa BHCI65123030
Polish brand with 70 years of experience in the manufacture of household appliances. Inexpensive model for with a classic black surface surrounded by a silver frame. Mechanical control by handles located on the right side.
Pros:
- simple control, intuitive;
- ceramic hobs and Hi Light, as in DARINA 4P E323 B;
- SCHOTT Ceran surface material;
- black color of switches;
- stainless steel frame;
- light indication of the beginning of work;
- 4-segment residual heat indicator.
Minuses:
- not equipped with wire and plug, you need to buy;
- there is no panel lock button, as in the LEX EVH 640 BL;
- there is no oval zone burner, as in the Electrolux EHF96547 XK.
A normal surface with the main function of heating, without "bells and whistles" and touch control, so it’s cheap. Touch control will cost more - LEX EVH 640 BL -
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DARINA 4P E323 B
Model of the company AO Gazprom household systems. Classic black color, without a frame, with three ordinary and one extended burner for large dishes. Cost - .
Pros:
- modern touch control, not mechanical, as in Hansa BHCI65123030;
- a burner with an extended circuit for large dishes;
- front control panel, as in Bosch PKE611D17E;
- the panel is locked;
- burner timer;
- residual heat indication as in LEX EVH 640 BL.
Minuses:
- no oval zone, as in the Electrolux EHF96547 XK;
- no three-circuit burner.
A reliable surface for an apartment or a private house. With an area for large dishes, a timer for each burner and protection against accidental switching on, as in the more expensive Bosch PKE611D17E or Electrolux EHF96547 XK models.
LEX EVH 640 BL
Model of an Italian brand. Price - . Externally similar to Hansa BHCI65123030, only without a metal frame. The same arrangement of burners and the same equipment, only with touch, not mechanical control.
Pros:
- touch sensitive control;
- protection against switching on when water gets on the sensors, as in the expensive Bosch PKE611D17E or Electrolux EHF96547 XK models;
- light - 8.5 kg;
- heating indication as in LEX EVH 640 BL.
Minuses:
- if water gets on the sensors, the hotplate turns on. It is necessary to include a lock when washing the panel;
- heats the water for a long time with 3-4 burners on;
- there is no double-circuit, as in the DARINA 4P E323 B, nor oval, as in the Electrolux EHF96547 XK, burners.
Users find the price too high and recommend another model with the same specifications - Hansa BHCI65123030. It is cheaper, better in workmanship, despite outdated handle controls. Or the domestic DARINA 4P E323 B, which has an extended zone, touch control, and it heats the water faster (according to reviews).
Bosch PKE611D17E
The German manufacturer of household appliances deservedly received the image of an ultra-reliable brand. Low price for high-quality assembly and components - . Serie 4 hob with independent touch control and glass-ceramic hob with straight sanded edge.
Pros:
- nine power levels. Choice for 5 types of cooking;
- ultra-responsive touch panel, one-touch response;
- in addition to the timer and child lock, there is a temporary lock for washing the surface;
- automatic shutdown of burners at the end of cooking;
- optimal distance between burners, large width - 59.2 cm, depth - 52.2 cm;
- high - 4 cm, does not heat up when cooking;
- set of burners similar to LEX EVH 640 BL - Hi Light and ceramic;
- residual heat indicator as in all rating models.
Minuses:
- no oval area as in Electrolux EHF96547 XK;
- the touch buttons are heated very strongly;
- sharp beep.
A simple and reliable cooking surface for an average family of 3-4 people. High degree of safety, protection against accidental activation, supersensitive sensors, temporary blocking for maintenance. Quickly brings the water to a boil, according to reviews, a 3-liter pan boils in 3-4 minutes. Nine gradations of power, you can set the minimum temperature for cooking. Timer with automatic shutdown. Economical, turns off when removing dishes from the burner. If extended burners are important, then you can take the Hansa BHCI65123030, DARINA 4P E323 B or Electrolux EHF96547 XK.
Electrolux EHF 96547 XK
Model series 300 Radiant Hob, powerful - 7.1 kW.With an excellent set of burners for any shape of the bottom of the dishes, slide control. With a metal frame around the edge, as in Hansa BHCI65123030. Price - .
Pros:
- DirectAccess control, shifted by touching the scale to the desired mark;
- CountUp timer;
- EcoTimer;
- CleverHeat function;
- triple and oval zones, which are not even in Bosch PKE611D17E;
- automatic boiling function;
- short pause.
Minuses:
- you need to get used to the slider controls;
- one burner is very close to the touch panel;
- I would like a longer power cord.
Great stove for the money (from reviews). Power and speed of heating balance high energy consumption and, in general, the Electrolux EHF96547 XK is energy-efficient. Laconic design, the frame along the edge prevents escaped products from pouring over the countertop. Good in functional terms: auto power off, indication of blocking and residual heat, boiling mode. There are burners for any dish bottom. What can stop you from buying is the price. What to replace, so as not to lose much in quality, most likely, only Bosch PKE611D17E.
TOP 4 induction hobs made of glass ceramics
DARINAPEI523 B
Model with 2 burners. Powerful - 3500 W, quickly heats containers with a bottom width of up to 120 mm. Cost - .
Pros:
- compact, with a width of 28.8 cm;
- modern touch control, as in Hotpoint-Ariston IKIA 640 C;
- there is a panel lock and a sound timer.
Minuses:
- does not recognize the presence of dishes, like Bosch PIE631FB1E;
- no indication of residual heat as in Hotpoint-Ariston IKIA 640 C.
Compact cooker for a family of 1-2 people. Performs basic heating or cooking functions. Warms up quickly and brings to a boil. There are basic protection functions, but there is no indication of residual heat; models for 4 burners come with this function - Hotpoint-Ariston IKIA 640 C or Bosch PIE631FB1E.
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Hotpoint-Ariston IKIA 640 C
Laconic design combined with functionality is the hallmark of the Italian brand. A full surface on 4 rings, without expansion zones, with indication of residual heat and protection against children. Price - .
Pros:
- Residual Heat indicator lights up when there is residual heating of the burner even when the control is off;
- smooth touch control;
- Booster function;
- timer with off-burners;
- induction and electric hobs;
- recognizes the presence of cookware, like Bosch PIE631FB1E.
Minuses:
- no oval area, as in Electrolux IPE 6453 KF;
- there is no short pause function like in Bosch PIE631FB1E.
A model with uniform heating of dishes, a gradual decrease in temperature, with recognition of the presence of dishes and a shutdown timer. Inexpensive for a functional surface, according to user reviews. If you need additional functions and extended cooking zones, then the Electrolux IPE 6453 KF or Bosch PIE631FB1E is better.
Bosch PIE631FB1E
Model for 4 zones, with a smart function for determining the size of dishes and adjusting the heating zone. Price - .
Pros:
- recognizes the presence of dishes, like Electrolux IPE 6453 KF;
- DirectSelect control;
- beveled edge of the front panel;
- power indicator on the display;
- timer of 2 types. Simple signal without switching off the burners and with switching off for each;
- 17 power levels;
- 4 unique functional modes: PotBoost, QuickStart, Restart, PowerManagement;
- automatic protective shutdown, lock button;
- 2-position indicator of residual heat for each zone;
- Cleaning pause.
Minuses:
- I would like a different arrangement for the placement of the burners - place a large one in the back, not in front;
- not all dishes fit;
- slight hum in Boost mode.
A complete high-quality surface with two control boards, 2 burners each. Boils water quickly, constant heating without duty cycle, flexible scale - from 1 to 9, there is a choice - 0.5 each. Convenient panel and ergonomic organization. The energy tracking indicator adjusts quickly according to the instructions. There is no oval zone, as in the Electrolux IPE 6453 KF, but there is one large - 210 cm.
Electrolux IPE 6453 KF
Model with a hob 700 Flex Bridge SlimFit for preparing a large volume of food, with simultaneous control of two zones for long dishes. Price - .
Pros:
- automatic adjustment of the Infinite hob for dishes;
- function for recognizing the shape and size of dishes, as in Bosch PIE631FB1E;
- Hob2Hood "smart home" technology - automatic switching on and adjustment of the hood power;
- slider control type;
- there is an oval zone;
- EcoTimer with heating shutdown for a certain period of time and the use of residual heat for cooking.
Minuses:
- there is no short pause for cleaning;
- there is no timer for each zone, as in the Bosch PIE631FB1E.
Full size heavy duty model. Boil 3 liters of water in 2-3 seconds. There is an oval zone for long dishes, an eco-timer function to save energy. According to user reviews, Electrolux IPE 6453 KF is the best offer on the market at an affordable price for a modern device. And even the absence of a timer, as in the Bosch PIE631FB1E, does not create problems during operation, all in the reviews agree that the eco-timer is much cooler and more necessary.
The best combined glass ceramic hob
Gorenje KC621USC
Model with 2 gas and 2 ceramic burners. Gas are connected to both the main and the liquefied source. Glass-ceramic panel. Price - .
Pros:
- two independent energy sources in one model;
- the ceramic burner has a HiLight zone;
- side control panel, switches are conventional mechanical handles;
- auto ignition for gas burners. And gas control, as in conventional models, for example, Electrolux GPE 363 YK;
- for ceramic burners, a residual heat indicator as in Bosch PKE611D17E.
Minuses:
- according to independent reviews, the main disadvantage of the stove was revealed - the inconvenient placement of a large ceramic burner. It is shifted slightly to the side. According to the manufacturer, it should fit dishes with a bottom up to 260 mm. But in reality it does not fit, the cast-iron grate interferes. You have to clean it every time;
- it is in this model that control knobs often melt.
Model for private houses or apartments, where there are frequent interruptions in the supply of one of the main sources - gas / electricity. Designed for use in an average family of 2-3 people. Modern, with functions of electric ignition, gas control, indication of residual heat. The inconvenient location of the burners creates difficulties when using dishes with a wide bottom, the same pans. The reviews suggest buying two separate small stoves - gas Fornelli PGA 45 Fiero for 3 burners () and an electric stove Hansa BHCI65123030 for 4 full heating zones (), and if there is not enough space, take an induction for 2 heating zones DARINA P EI523 B ().
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Conclusion
When choosing a hob, you should pay attention to many parameters: the type of burners and their power, surface options, functionality, protection system, etc. But above all, you should proceed from your own preferences and financial capabilities. We hope our ranking of the best glass ceramic hobs with different types of heating will allow you to make the right choice. And beautiful and high-quality appliances will settle in your kitchen for a long time.
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