Rating of the best electric hobs for 2022

When updating kitchen appliances, you want it to be not only multifunctional and meet all the requirements of the buyer, but also have a modern appearance. Now manufacturers provide a huge range of hobs that can satisfy any consumer demand. But before purchasing electric hobs for cooking culinary delights, it is still better to familiarize yourself with the existing types of surfaces, their functionality and choose the best option.

What types are

Electric hobs can be divided into four categories: material of manufacture, installation, method of controlling the burners, as well as the elements with which they are heated. Let's take a closer look at each species, their subcategories and distinctive features.

By installation method

In this case, we are talking about the purchase of kitchen appliances with or without an oven. If the user plans to use only the hob without the oven, then this installation method is called independent. You can install the hob on any countertop that has the dimensions necessary for the selected model.

Dependent implies the purchase and installation of an oven along with a panel. To do this, you need to have additional space in the table. But in the event of a breakdown of one of the structures, it is impossible to use the second element. They also have a common control panel.

According to the material of manufacture

The most budget option is an enameled hob. Moreover, manufacturers offer a wide range of surface colors. Also enamel has a long service life.

Maintenance of enameled steel does not require much effort - it is allowed to clean it with abrasive detergents without worrying that it will be damaged and scratches will remain.

Of the shortcomings of this material of manufacture, its fragility should be indicated.A strong blow with a dish or other object may leave a mark or chip on the surface. Although it most likely will not affect the performance of the equipment, the appearance will suffer greatly.

Another material that panels are often made of is stainless steel. It is durable, lasts a long time, has a pleasant light gray color that will look harmonious in almost any kitchen.

But this hob requires some care - it is absolutely impossible to clean it of dirt with the help of powdered products.

Glass-ceramic (tempered glass) panels are the most expensive. But their high price fully justifies itself: they have a modern and diverse design (down to drawings), are easy to install, withstand high temperatures, and are easy to keep clean. Dirt and grease on them is removed with detergent. They are installed in the countertop almost at the same level. The hob heats up exclusively at the place of the burner, the rest of the free space will not be hot. In addition to the high cost, the disadvantages include the fact that for cooking on such a surface, you should purchase special dishes that will not leave scratches on the built-in kitchen appliances.

By way of management

You can control the hob using mechanical or touch switches.

Mechanical ones are usually installed in less expensive options made of enamelled steel. Of the advantages of using - in the event of a breakdown, they are easy to replace. The disadvantages include increased pollution, since during the cooking process the levers are constantly used and dirt and grease often accumulate between them. Some places are very difficult to wash properly due to their inaccessibility.

Touch type control looks modern, easy to use, easy to clean. Usually panels with such control are more functional. You can even control kitchen appliances remotely (smart home system). But if the sensor breaks, the repair will cost much more than in the case of mechanical control.

In turn, touch control is divided into slider and push-button. In the second case, the burner power is adjusted by pressing the plus or minus button on the surface. You can adjust the desired indicators with a slider simply by swiping your finger along the scale shown.

By heating element

A hob with cast iron pancakes is the most budget option. Does not require the purchase of special dishes.

But unfortunately, they have more minuses than pluses. The heating of dishes takes a long time, about 7-10 minutes, respectively, the cost of electricity will be much higher. It cools down for about the same time, which creates the possibility of accidentally getting burned on it. There are also inconveniences when cleaning the hob.

One of the most requested element is Hi Light. For heating, a corrugated tape is used, which heats up for 7 seconds. Installed on glass-ceramic panels, they are considered quite durable. Of the minuses, it is worth pointing out that the electricity consumption of tape elements is slightly higher than that of other types of heating.

Surfaces with an induction heating element work thanks to special transformer coils that create a magnetic field and transfer energy to the bottom of the dish. In this case, the burner itself does not heat up. Their cost is much higher than that of equipment with other heating elements, but the energy consumption is much lower.They are also considered the safest; it will not work to get burned on the included burner. In the absence of a pan, it simply will not turn on. Dishes for this type of hob must be special.

Another type of heating element is halogen. In them, heating is carried out due to a quartz tube with a gas content in it. It heats up in almost a couple of seconds, cooling occurs in the same period of time. During operation, the burner lights up with a bright, red color.

A hob with such a heating element is expensive and has a relatively short lifespan.

Where can I buy

In any city there are stores selling household appliances and you can find many models of electric hobs in them. But not always in stock may be exactly the model that is of interest to the user, or the product provided does not fit in size.

In such cases, the best option is an online store. The assortment in them is usually much wider than in household appliances stores, so it will not be difficult to find the right model that meets all the necessary criteria.

Also on the site you can get acquainted with the novelties, perhaps something will interest the buyer more. If one of the selection criteria is the price, then you should use the filter by price category, starting with the most budget option. It is possible to choose by installation method, number of burners, manufacturer, color, material of manufacture and other filters.

Feedback from other buyers will help warn against buying a product that is not of very high quality - products that a lot of people are negatively affected by will not be in demand.Therefore, the opinion of users should be listened to.

On the site, each product has a detailed description of the characteristics of the model and photos. If the user is satisfied with the model, then you can order online and wait for kitchen appliances within the time specified on the site.

How to choose

 Which model to choose depends on several factors. One of them is the color of the user's kitchen itself. If the repair is made in light colors, then it is advisable to choose cooking equipment in white, silver or beige shades. When the kitchen furniture is dark in color, respectively, black and gray surfaces will look more harmonious.

Another criterion is the number of burners on kitchen appliances for cooking. Manufacturers offer options with 2, 3 or 4 cooking compartments. For a user who lives alone and rarely cooks at home, it would be more optimal to choose built-in kitchen appliances with two burners. And for families with children, or for example people who spend a lot of time in the kitchen showing their culinary skills, the option with four will be more suitable.

There are models on the market that include a large number of different functions. They can be equipped with a timer and turn off automatically after a predetermined time. There is also child protection - on the control panel, you must press certain buttons to lock, and the baby will not be able to remove it on his own. This option is very convenient for buyers who have small children.

Some models are equipped with automatic boiling.This means that with the help of sensors that detect the temperature at the bottom of the pan, the heating power is reduced and the cooking process continues at the maintenance temperature. As a result, electricity consumption naturally decreases.

Additional features include a residual heat indicator. After cooking, the cooking zone will be hot for a while. To prevent the user from getting burned, it will glow red until it cools down completely.

Also, the final cost is affected by the material of manufacture and the type of heating element.

The more functional kitchen appliances, the more it will cost. Therefore, it is more rational to determine the characteristics that the user needs in the first place. The price for an electric hob can vary from 4,000 to 300,000 rubles. It does not always make sense to overpay for functions installed in the hob that the buyer will not use.

But special attention should be paid to the manufacturer of household appliances. Buying products from an unknown brand, even if it is slightly cheaper, is not always rational. It is better to give preference to those brands that have already earned their trust among users with the quality of their products. These include the companies Indesit, Bosch, Electrolux, Beko, Weissgauff, Hansa, Simfer. The listed trademarks have been engaged in the production of household appliances in different directions for a long time. Therefore, it is better to pay a little more for a brand name than to purchase a low-quality product with a high degree of probability.

These recommendations will allow the user to quickly make a choice and not make mistakes.

Rating of electric hobs, the cost of which is up to 20,000 rubles

Consider the most popular low-cost models that users are interested in in 2022.

Weissgauff HV 640 BK

 For installation, the dimensions of the surface are 56x49 cm, the dimensions of the panel itself are 59x52x5.2 cm. Made of tempered glass.

It has four burners, the material of manufacture of which is ceramics. Their sizes are two of 15 cm and two of 18.5 cm. The heating element is of the Hi Light type. The power is 6 kW.

The control panel with rotary switches is located on the side. The features that the device has are a residual heat indicator and 11 power levels. The price for such a model is approximately 12,000 rubles.

• Convenient control panel;
• Heats up quickly;
• Stylish design.

• Not detected.

Zigmund & Shtain CN 37.6 B

This kitchen appliance is made with dimensions of 59x52 cm, for its installation it is necessary 56x49 cm. Four burners made of ceramics with diameters of 16.5 and 20 cm are installed. The material of manufacture is glass ceramics.

The device is controlled from the front and is performed using touch-sensitive pushbutton switches.

The device is equipped with a surface lock (protection from children), a safety shutdown, a residual heat indicator, and a timer.

The cost of kitchen appliances varies between 12,400 - 15,000 rubles.

• Multifunctionality;
• Convenient management;
• Stylish design.

• Not detected.

Hyundai HHE 3285 BG

It is not always possible to use full-sized 4-burner hobs, especially when it comes to studio apartments and small rooms. Small 2-burner hobs come to the rescue, which include the model we are considering with a large double heating zone and touch controls.

This appliance has all Hi-Light fast heating burners of various sizes. They heat up instantly so you can start cooking right away. The heating level setting includes 9 levels with a constant display of the set parameters. The model is controlled by means of touch keys and a screen that shows power levels. For better comfort, you can adjust the power of each burner, and the hob also has independent keys for setting the timer, blocking and activating the increase in heating of the front burner.

Caring for this model is easier when compared with devices that have mechanical control, since there are no hard-to-reach places in the Hyundai HHE 3285 BG. On the integrated timer, you can set the interval up to 99 minutes. After that, the hob will turn off on its own, which eliminates the need to be at the stove all the time in the case when it is necessary to strictly observe the cooking time of a particular dish. In addition to turning off in automatic mode, the safety of the hob is monitored by a residual heat indicator and the option to block the control when the appliance is operating.

If the hotplates do not have time to cool down and there is a risk of burns, the corresponding symbol will be shown on the display.The body of the model is black, which is the most favorable solution from the point of view of designers, and glass ceramics with asymmetric edges guarantees the proper level of protection against damage. This hob is easy to operate, making it comfortable for all users. Thanks to its compact dimensions, this model will be an excellent option for small kitchens.

The price for such a hob is approximately 10,110 rubles.

• Balanced value for money.
• Compactness.
• Convenient management.
• Ease of maintenance.
• High heating rate.
• Excellent level of protection.
• You can lock the control panel from children.

• Not identified.

Simfer H45D13V011

For independent installation of the hob, the required canvas size is 41x49 cm, the width and depth of the product itself are 45 and 52 cm, respectively. Made from tempered glass.

There are three burners on the kitchen appliances. Made of ceramics, heating takes place with the help of Hi Light tapes.

Controlled by sensor, pushbutton switches. Location ahead of the surface.

The functionality should include sensors that indicate the temperature of the burner.

The price is within 15,000 rubles.

• Compact;
• Modern design;
• Easy to manage.

• Few additional features;
• Cools down for a long time.

Haier HHX-C64DVB

It has dimensions of 59x52x6.8 cm, the width and depth required for installation independent of the oven are 56.4 and 49.4 cm. Four ceramic burners, including a double-circuit one, are equipped with tape heating elements. The surface itself is made of glass-ceramic.

Management occurs due to the sensor, push-button switches. Located on the front of the device. It has additional features such as child lock, safety shutdown, timer and residual heat indicator. The cost is within 16,000-19,000 rubles.

• Multifunctionality;
• Modern design.

• Not detected.

Weissgauff HV 431 B

The size of the surface required for installation is 43x49 cm. The rated and maximum power consumption is 5 kW.

Three burners (including a double-circuit one) are made of ceramics and are powered by a Hi Light heating element. Touch slider switches are located on the front.

Includes such functions: blocking, sound timer, indicator of cooling of the burners, as well as protective shutdown. The price for the model is about 13,000 rubles.

• Heats up quickly;
• Ease of use;
• Convenient management.

• Short connection cord.

Rating of the most popular cooking surfaces, the cost of which is above 20,000 rubles

Let's review the more expensive offers of hobs, which were also in demand among buyers.

GEFEST CH 4231 K12

This model has external dimensions of 59.5x53x4.2 cm. To install it, you need a surface measuring 55.4x48.6 cm. The rated power of kitchen appliances is 7 kW. Oven independent installation.

There are 4 ceramic burners, including oval and double-circuit shapes. The main part itself is made of glass ceramics.

Touch switches are controlled by pushbutton switches. The device has child protection.For the convenience of the user, timers are installed on the burners, they also have a residual heat indicator - after the burner has cooled down, it will change its color.

Kitchen appliances have a safety shutdown function. The control panel is installed in front. Sold in white. The estimated service life is 5 years, the warranty provided is 12 months. The price for it is within 22,000 rubles.

• Beautiful design;
• Easy to use.

• Not detected.

Kuppersberg FA6RC BRONZE

The oven-independent appliance has a width of 61 cm and a depth of 54 cm. The rated power is 6.3 kW.

The model has four burners (two of them are double-circuit), heating occurs due to Hi Light tape elements. They are made of ceramics, and the material for creating the surface is glass ceramics.

This kitchen appliance is controlled by touch buttons. Additional features are child protection, a timer, a residual heat indicator, as well as a protective shutdown of the device for prolonged non-use.

The electric cooking surface is framed. The cost of goods is about 44,000 rubles.

• Multifunctionality;
• The presence of double-circuit burners.

• Difficulty in connection
• The sensor becomes very hot during operation of the equipment.

MAUNFELD MVCE59.4HL.1SM1DZT-BK

The dimensions of the surface for embedding should be 56x6.2 cm, the dimensions of the panel itself are 59x52x6.2 cm. The maximum power consumed by the device is 7 kW.

The four burners are made of ceramic and have diameters from 14.5 cm to 27.5 cm.The user is offered an option with two circuits and one for dishes with an oval bottom.

At the front is the surface control system, which is carried out thanks to touch pushbutton switches.

It has a child lock function, a safety shutdown, an indicator that indicates the state of the burner after it is turned off, and a timer. The service life is 10 years. The cost of the goods is about 35,000 rubles.

• Interesting design;
• Ease of use;
• Multifunctionality.

• Not detected.

Krona INIZIO 45 BL

Kitchen appliances have a very interesting appearance, their dimensions are 44x50.7x6.2 cm. For installation, a surface 41.5 cm wide and 48 cm deep is required.

Three burners work thanks to an induction heating element, their dimensions are 14.5 cm and 21 cm. The surface is made of glass ceramic. The rated power is 5.2 kW.

The front control panel is controlled by pushbutton type touch switches.

Additional functions include a safety lock, automatic shutdown with a long period of non-use, residual heat indicator, timer. The cost of the goods is from 30,000 rubles.

• original design;
• Ease of use;
• Functionality.

• Noisy when working.

Kuppersberg ECS ​​603 GR

The presented model in gray, independent of the oven, has dimensions of 59x52x4.5 cm and a rated power of 6 kW. Made from glass-ceramic material.

Four ceramic burners (one three-circuit) work on a heating tape element, the minimum diameter is 12 cm, the maximum diameter is 21 cm.

The work takes place due to the sensor, slider switches, which are located in front of the cooking equipment. It has the following features: short pause, child protection, sound timer, residual heat indicator and safety shutdown.

The cost of equipment is 28,000 rubles.

• Modern design;
• The presence of a three-circuit burner;
• Convenient management.

• Not detected.

If you study in detail all the information about the existing types of electric hobs, then it will not be difficult to choose the necessary model, which will include all the functions necessary for the user. All options offered by manufacturers have a modern design that will suit any kitchen interior, are equipped with many functions, and are also in different price ranges.

Before purchasing, the user must know the exact size of the surface on which the equipment is planned to be installed. But even owners of small kitchens will be able to find the most suitable stove model that will meet all requirements and at the same time have a stylish design.