Siemens Home Appliances
Which induction, gas or electric hob to buy?
There are a few things to consider when buying a new hob. Do you want a hob with an integrated ventilation system or will you install a separate hood? Then, there's the type of heating system (induction, electric/ceramic or gas), the size, surfaces, user interface and a whole range of innovative features to choose from. To help you decide, this guide answers the most common questions.
Which hob heating system is best for me?
It depends on what you value most. Standard electrical hobs are the most affordable option and are also available in more stylish ceramic versions. Electrical induction hobs offer a similarly impressive look with fast and efficient heating, while gas hobs provide the best cooking performance all around.
How does a venting hob work?
A venting induction hob combines cooking and steam extraction into one sleek unit, eliminating the need for an overhead hood. If you’re planning an open, seamless kitchen design, these high-performing units offer a sophisticated, modern look especially for kitchen islands.
What is an induction hob?
In an induction hob, the heat is conducted directly to the pans and their contents via induction coils, without heating the glass surface of the hob. Induction hobs generate instant heat only where needed and cool immediately, making them more energy-efficient than ceramic hobs, and safer too.
What is a glass ceramic hob?
Glass ceramic hobs, a type of electrical hob, have smooth, even surfaces and cooking zones. Multiple power levels give you precise control over cooking zone temperatures.
What is a gas hob?
As the name suggests, this type of hob creates heat by igniting gas. If you appreciate the advantages of cooking over an open flame, Siemens gives you the ideal way to do it with a range of ceramic, tempered glass or stainless-steel gas hobs.
What hob size do I need?
Hobs range in width from small 30cm and 40cm models to standard 60cm hobs, 70cm, 80cm, and extra-large 90cm versions. The size you need depends on how much space is available in your kitchen and your cooking habits. However, if you already have an extractor hood installed, choose a hob that is the same size or slightly smaller.
Electrical and induction hob sizes
What hob installation style do I need?
The frame design of your hob contributes to its overall styling and how well it fits within your kitchen design. With Siemens hobs, you can choose between four different types of frames.
Flush design
Flush-mounted frames are set into a shallow recess cut into the worktop, so that the hob surface is level with the rest of the counter. This creates an elegant look and makes it easier to clean.
Frameless
Frameless hobs sit slightly elevated from the worktop. Bevelled (inclined) edges give the trim an elegant look and make cooking safer.
Steel design
Robust and classic, the stainless steel frame can be mounted on top of the worktop or integrated into an existing countertop cut-out.
What is a flexible induction zone?
Flexible induction zones are additional heating zones that increase the total cooking area available when needed. For example, when using a large pot that extends beyond the standard induction zones. Most Siemens induction hobs detect the size of your cookware and connect heating elements automatically.
Cook with freedom: freeInduction Plus
From now on there are no limits when it comes to cooking. Move pots and pans of different sizes and shapes freely on the whole hob, without being restricted to predefined cooking zones.
Cook with flexibility: flexInduction
Siemens flexInduction hobs detect the size and shape of your cookware. If one cooking zone is not large enough, cooking zones are extended in two directions, adding more depth or width, or both depending on where heat is needed. This is ideal for extra-large cookware up to 30cm in diameter and for Teppanyakis and grill plates that are up to 40cm long.
More cooking possibilities: combiInduction
A combiInduction hob enables you to cook using large pots and roasting pans, benefiting from even heat distribution. Simply connect two induction zones using combiZone to create a larger cooking surface.
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What cookware works with induction hobs?
It's true that not all pots and pans are suitable for induction hobs. Since induction heating works by converting an electrical current into magnetic energy, it requires a metal with magnetic properties, such as stainless steel and cast iron. However, also cookware made from other materials, such as aluminium, copper, or ceramic, are often fitted with an induction plate built into the base. These products are usually marked with a spring coil icon or the word "induction".
Siemens Pro Induction cookware range includes high quality stainless-steel pots and pans in a variety of styles and sizes.
Connecting your hob and hood
When it comes to choosing a hob, consider the extractor hood too. For hobs with an overhead hood, the size, style, and connectivity in particular, are important factors.
One of the main benefits of a WiFi-enabled hob is the ability to connect your hood. This allows the hood to automatically respond to the power level of your hob, which improves efficiency and simplifies the cooking process.
