Electric Gas Hobs

Bosch, the global brand has been a part of improving environmental protection and has offered products in wide range for both domestic and commercial use. In the recent past Bosch exhibited an ‘Autosport International 2012’ show for 4 days. Their products are the benchmark for recent technologies and quality. More so, they have categorised many products including hobs in the home appliances segment. Let us get to know more about Bosch PCQ715B90E Avantixx 5 Burner Gas Hob in this review.

Design Features:

This model is stylishly designed with the stainless finish for both the surface and the frame. This has a built-in styled topography with 5 gas burners. The controls are individually operated with the cylindrical knobs. The control panel is located in the front side and it has a brushed stainless steel finish. Bosch PCQ715B90E Avantixx Built-In Gas Hob with integrated controls works with the gas fuel.

Features:

Front controls – This is an easily accessible and simple to put to use control knobs. It consists of five knobs which are operated manually.  The further attraction is the brushed steel finish which is also durable.

Brushed steel base – The base of the hob is been designed with the steel material. This is capable of with standing high temperature and also brings a classic look for the appliance.

Variable power levels – Each of the burners present in this model can be accustomed with the different power levels. It allows you to fix the power level any where up to the maximum.

Automatic ignition – Another feature related to this model is the automatic ignition which allows the user to instantly ignite the burner without the need of any supplementary gadgets.

Flame failure safety device – This ensures the definitive safety for both the appliance and the environment. The safety device incorporated in this model automatically senses when the flames is unintentionally put off. In this case it automatically stop the flow of gas supply and hence safety is been ensured.

Cast iron pan support – Endowed with in this model are 2 pan supports made of cost iron. This enhances the appearance and also holds the pan of any size easily. Cleaning and maintenance are also made simpler.

Power and Performance:

This model has 5 gas burners of different power. The economy burner present in the front left has the power of 1.0 kW. The Standard burner present in the rear left has the power of 1.7 kW. The Wok burner present in the centre has the power of 4.0 kW. The Standard burner present in the front right has the power of 1.7 kW. The High speed burner present in the rear right has the power of 3kW.

Miscellaneous:

Bosch PCQ715B90E Avantixx Stainless Steel Gas Hob has many interesting features and perfectly suitable for the domestic use yet it does not feature with the features like residual heat indicator, main on/off switch and hob lid. The accessories included along with this model are multi language instruction booklet and LPG jets.

Bosch PCQ715B90E Gas Hob – Technical Specification Table

One of Siemens lime light product is this model which is differently designed and has a fusion of both quality and technology. It does cater to the expectation of its customers and it is been made elegant with the black and stainless steel finish. More on Siemens ER626PB90E IQ700 Built-in Hob can be obtained in the following review.

Design Overview:

Siemens ER626PB90E IQ700 Gas Hob has a built-in type of installation and is been equipped with 4 burners. It is suitable for the domestic use and can easily go with interiors of any style. The colour of the frame is black or stainless steel. The dimension of the product goes as 47mm, 602mm and 520mm.

Technical Details:

This model is set to function with the gas fuel and the electrical connection for the auto ignition is 1 Watts. The length of the cord supplied is 100 cm. The gas connection is present on the rear right side. The power of the 4 heating element are as follows.

• 1 high speed burner of 2.8 kW
• 2 standard burner of 1.9 kW
• 1 economy burner of 1.1 kW

Controls:

The controls are present in the front side and each of the burner have dedicated control knob. The control knob is designed with the steel finish and it rotates to set the flame simmer, low and high. It also acts as an ignition of the burner. It is simple to maintain and also safe to operate.

Features:

• Front and steel finish controls and the black ceramic glass base adds to the attraction of the hob. It brings out the professional appearance and adds value to the space. Added to these is the presence of trim front faceted with side trim.
• Automatic ignition is a convenient factor which sets the burner on fire without any extra gadget. By just a press and turn of the knob the respected burner gets automatically ignited.
• Variable power levels is an essential feature as based on the volume of cooking and the size of the cooking appliance the power level can be chosen.
• Flame failure safety device protects both the appliance and the environment as when it senses the fire being put off without knowledge it automatically stops the flow of gas.
• 2 case iron pan supports is sturdy, attractive and highly functional. It is also easy to maintain and it gives a good base to the cooking pans.

Guarantee:

Provided for Siemens ER626PB90E IQ700 4 Burner Gas Hob is the guarantee for the period of 2 years from the manufacturer which covers both the labour and the parts.

Siemens ER626PB90E IQ700 Gas Hob – Technical Specification Table

Electrolux the manufacturers of kitchen and home appliances have crossed 40 million products right from its beginning. It has customer base in over 150 countries across the globe. With the proud stand in this competitive market their innovation is endless and dedicated Electrolux EHG9832X 90cm Gas Hob categorised in the kitchen appliance segment is been review to bridge the gap between understanding about the product.

Design Overview:

This model is an integrated appliance that gets blended with the kitchen table top. It is been designed with 6 burners and the appliance takes a wide shape with the XL width of 90cm. This is an impressive design as it gives flexible cooking with more spaces and easy alignment. It is been made of high grade stainless steel material and the finish is also stainless steel made. The dimension of this product is 894mm in width and 510mm in length.

Controls:

Electrolux EHG9832X 90cm Stainless Steel Gas Hob comes with 6 burners and each of it is been operated with the dedicated control knob. The front position of the hob is where the controls are located. It is been placed in the centre and is great for both the left and the right hand users.

Power zones and the cooking:

This model is been functioned with the gas energy and the available 6 burners are of different power levels. It comes with a single burner of Triple Crown burner of 4.0 kW, a single Rapid burner of 3.0 kW power, two burner of Semi-rapid type with the power of 2.0 kW and another two auxiliary burner of 1.0 kW. This makes it easy for the user to choose the burner based on the cookware and the volume related to the available time as well. The cookware that are advisable to use in these burners are Triple crown 180 to 260 mm, Rapid 160 to 260 mm, Semi-rapid 120 to 220mm and the auxiliary 80 to 180 mm.

Features and Functions:

• Safety gas cut off are available as in case the flame goes out without knowledge the gas flow is been automatically stopped and hence safety is been ensured to the maximum.
• Direct access to controls is because the control knob is present in the front panel and each knob is been dedicated to each of the burners.
• Automatic ignition present in this model allows the gas burner to automatically light up when the control knob is been pushed and turned. This gives a single hand operation and also no additional gadgets are required to light up the burner.
• Cast iron pan support adds up the style of the appliance as it helps to produce more heat, give better resistance and also high durability.
• Even heat distribution is possible with the powerful burner of 4 kw as it has high efficiency to manage heat distribution across the cooking surface of the pan.

Overall, Electrolux EHG9832X 90cm Integrated Gas Hob is striking and also acts as a total solution for the family and domestic cooking needs.

Electrolux EHG9832X 6-Burner Gas Hob – Technical Specification Table

Among the many products that are manufactured by this brand the hob models are also many that are been specialized in gas, electric, induction and domino. Each of it has its own advantage and this model which belongs to the gas hob is been reviewed as follows. More about CDA 4Q5 five burners Integrated Gas Hob can be obtained in this review.

The Basics:

CDA 4Q5 Five burner Gas Hob is contemporary with the stainless steel finish. It comes with 5 burners which are been aliened with the high power burner in the center. The dimension is also compact without occupying much on space and it goes as 52 x 560 x 480 mm which denotes the height, width and the depth of the hob. This model is also light in weight and proves to be a decor to the kitchen space.

Control system:

The controls of the burner are individual and they are placed in the front panel with the centre alignment. It gives easy access to each of the burners and it belongs to the rotary knob type which by adjusting can be set in the high, low and the medium flame. It also gives automatic ignition.

Burners and power:

The available 5 burners are with different type and are been distinguished with different power. It consists of a single3.5 kW wok burner in centre, a single 3.0 kw rapid burner in front left, two of 1.75 kW semi-rapid burners in rear left and right and a single 1.00 kW auxiliary burner in front right. The cook ware or the pan can be used accordingly.

Other product highlights:

• The wok burner present in the centre is high power and it gives rapid and easy cooking. It also allows the user to manage larger volume of cooking at less time. It also gives even distribution of heat.
• Front control panel gives an easy access for the user of both type using left and the right hand.
• Automatic ignition makes it simple to put the burner to function as in just the twist of the knob it lights up/
• Cast iron pan support is an important highlight as it gives the user the comfort of cooking and it is also durable in nature.
• Flame safety device protects and safeguards the gas from leakage as in case it senses the flame being put off it stops the flow of gas automatically.

Guarantee:

Provided by the manufacture for CDA 4Q5  Stainless Steel Gas Hob are the accessories of LPG jets and Wok support along with the guarantee which is 5 years for parts and 2 years for the labour.

CDA 4Q5 72cm Gas Hob – Technical Specification Table

De Dietrich collections of gas hobs are with the option of toughened glass finish or stainless steel. They come in variety of size, shapes to suit the contemporary kitchen. The highlight of the hobs of this experienced brand is the feature of ‘Pureflame’ burners. These are specially designed to produce pure and perfect flame. These range from the minimum power of 0.85 kW to the maximum of 6kW. The following review is about De Dietrich DTG764X 60cm 4 Burner Gas Hob which brings out more details of the product.

Overview:

De Dietrich DTG764X 60cm Built-In Gas Hob gives the contemporary kitchen the elegant look with its combination of black and stainless steel finish. The dimension of this product is 47mm in height, 560mm in width and 480mm in depth. The 4 cooking zones are with different power that gives comfort for the user.

Power:

• The back left burner which is the semi-rapid cooking zone is with the power of 1.75 kW.
• The front left burner has the power of 3.8 kW which is the rapid burner.
• The back right burner is a semi-rapid one with the power of 1.75 kW.
• The front right burner with the power of 1.0 kW is the lowest and is an auxiliary burner.

Features:

Gas safety cut off – Like any other hob of this brand this model is also been equipped with this safety standard. This works automatically to cut off the gas supply when it senses the flame goes off. This works with the help of the electronic sensors.

4 pureflame gas burners – This model comes with the pureflame burners which produce clean flame. This is an impressive feature.

Cast iron pan supports – In order to make sure the maximum stability this model comes with the cast iron pan supports. This adds to the stylish look and is also durable.

Front rotary controls – Present in this model are ergonomic rotary control knobs which are present in the front side. The present 4 knobs are dedicated to each of the burners and in the process of fine tuning the level of the flame can be controlled based on the cooking need.

Integrated ignition – The automatic ignition comes integrated with the hob as the hob lit when the control knob is been pushed down and turned to the on position. This makes it a single handed operation.

LPG conversion – This kit comes along with this model allowing the user the convertible ability for the future use.

Warranty:

De Dietrich DTG764X Integrated Gas Hob is been given the advantage of 2 years warranty period which is been offered by the manufacturer. This makes it come to the forefront of the competitive market.

De Dietrich DTG764X Hob – Technical Specification Table

Neff, the popular brand in the household appliance segment world wide gives out hobs of different types. The hob category includes gas, induction, ceramic and domino. They are designed with rich style and functions. Each of its hobs allows choosing the colour timed models and the knobs to match the chosen version. Neff T67F76 Series 5 Extra Wide Gas Hob is an interesting product of this brand and more on it can be studied in this review.

Overview:

This model is a built-in type of appliance which is been equipped with 5 burners. The controls are present in the front stretch with the oval control knobs and it is also been associated with the indicator light. Neff T67F76 Gas Hob has black ceramic glass with stainless steel finish that makes it spirited in creation. The dimension of this said model is 708 x 546 x 54 mm. The prime highlight of the design is the bevelled oval control which is ergonomically designed and it gives an easy grip even with the moist hands. This stands to be the signature aspect of Neff and can be easily blended and co-ordinated with the rest of the kitchen appliance. It does come with the cast iron pan support that is sturdy and great on use. It makes the look more professional and also compliments to the most with the stainless steel combination. The extra wide design makes it more convenient for the user to cook with larger and bigger pans.

Power:

Each of the 5 burners functions with different power levels. They are 1 high speed, 1 wok, 2 standard and 1 economy burners. The wok burner of 4.2 kWatts makes the most of the user as it easily handles any types of dishes.

Features:

• Flame failure safety device is a safety measure that this model gives and it is also automatic. When the device senses the flame being put off while the knob is in the ‘ON’ position then it automatically stops the flow of the gas.
• Automatic re-ignition in just the press and twist of the knob which lit up the burner instantly. There is no requirement for any extra gadget to do the lit up process. Hence it is easy and simple.
• 1 stage residual heat indicator intimates the temperature level this protects the user from touching while the heat persists.
• Warning lights intimate the functioning of the hob and it also denotes the heat on the burners which keeps away the user from touching.
• Quick stop function is possible by just turning off the knob instantly. The heat flow stops at once and it is safe during the times when it gets over heated.

Standard Accessories:

Neff provides the user of T67F76 Gas Hob with the LPG jets which are included and the wok pan support which again comes along with the purchase of this product.

Neff T67F76 Ceramic Glass Gas Hob – Technical Specification Table

Samsung works to make the world better in technology with its constant innovation of diversified products. It leads in the global market with its digital innovation and also has come out with many strategy in collaboration with both the customers and the partners and so is it seen to be a competitive brand world wide. In the home appliance segment comes the range of hobs each of which is differentiated in design and style. In this review one can understand more about Samsung GN642FFXD 4 Burner Gas Hob.

Model Overview:

Hobs being an essential appliance of the active kitchen give the wholesome cooking comfort and when it is with 4 burners the efficiency is increased. Cooking with the hob is based both on the size of the burner and the size of the pan. When the cooking is for the low quantity and small pan the small burner can be chosen and it is vice versa. Samsung GN642FFXD Built-In Gas Hob has an attractive design with the stainless steel finish. This is the colour that can be matched both with as matching and as contrasting. The dimension of the product is 594 x 510 x 50 mm denotes the width, height and depth respectively. This is a built-in model which gets neatly embedded on the counter top further the weight of this product is 11kg and has 4 burners of 3 different sizes.

Hob Elements:

The power and size of the present 4 burners help you to decide the use of different pan sizes. The brief of the same are as follows. It comes with a single 1.00 kW is the  front right burner, there are two 1.75 kW which are the front left and rear right burners and a single 3.00 kW is the rear left burner.

Features:

• Samsung GN642FFXD Stainless Steel Gas Hob comes with the automatic ignition which easily flames without the need of additional gadget. On the twist of the knob it initiates the flame for the instant use.
• Enamel coated stainless steel frame is just not an attractive design but it also gives easy cleaning and makes maintenance easy.
• Cast iron pan supports gives a sturdy support even for the heavy pans and it is also highly durable and robust.
• Front controls makes is easy accessible and it just go the friendly manner to operate and they are placed in order to avoid confusion.
• Flame safety device adds value to this appliance as when it senses the flame being put off for any reason it automatically stops the flow of the power and hence it is protected from the unexpected dangers.

Warranty:

Samsung does not miss out to offer warranty for the hob series and it is for 24 months for both the parts and labour.

Samsung GN642FFXD Built-in Gas Hob – Technical Specification Table

Stylish appliances find its importance any day as they make you feel better it not only shows your taste but adds value to the space. Smeg is one of such brands who are a specialist in innovating such interesting products with contemporary style and design. This model belongs to the Newson series of products; let us study more about Smeg  P755AN 75cm Built-In Gas Hob in this review.

Design Details:

This hob makes it a rectangle shape embedded with 5 burners of different power. It has a black colour finish with the brass details. The burners and the controls are made of brass. The controls are present on the top surface and hence make the hob slimmer. The dimensions are 42mm of height, 750mm of width and 510 mm of depth. This is a built-in style of construction. The built-in style gives a neat look on the platform as it goes with the same surface of the kitchen top. Makes Smeg P755AN 75cm 5 Burner Gas Hob more elegant in look as the pan stands also has a black colour finish. One could easily give a ten on ten for its design and style.

Controls:

The controls are present on the surface of the hob just in the bottom centre which is been aliened in the same manner of the burners for the easy access. The controls are made of brass material and it has the same brass finish. It is been operated with the automatic electronic ignition which just lights up by the simple turn of the knob and it requires no extra tool to put it to function.

Burners:

Present in this model are 5 burners each of which varies in power and size. Based on the power and size the pans and pots can be assigned for cooking activity. The burner on the rear left has the power of 1.70 kW, the one on the front left has 1.05 kW, the central is the ultra-rapid burners with 3.5 kW, the rear right burner is with 2.6 kW and the front right one is 1.05 kW.

Features:

• Brass controls are one unique feature of this hob as it is not very common among such models. It is not just attractive but also gives better durability.
• Heavy duty cast iron pan stands is best to hold the heavy pans steadily. It also stays new for years and is easy to maintain.
• Automatic electronic ignition makes the operation simple. With just the twist of the knob the burner gets lighted up and makes it ready for use.
• Safety valves are a great safety feature in which it automatically senses the flame in case put off accidentally. It then stops the flow of gas making it safe for the user. This is one of the must-have features that are required to enhance the safety of the hob.
• LPG convertible is possible as it comes with the provision and hence if required in future it can be easily converted.

On the whole, although Smeg P755AN “Marc Newson” Gas Hob has no lid, it ensures all the essential features of a great looking gas hob.

Smeg P755AN Black Colour Gas Hob – Technical Specification Table

Cooking is such an integral part of life that one cannot imagine a life without food; Hoover is a brand that has created a name in household appliances ranging from kettles to vacuum cleaners and now with its entry into home appliances segment the gas hob is the most awaited domestic appliance that is the definite need and pride of every kitchen. Let us browse through the pros about this wondrous gas hob and see the numerous options we get to choose from.

Model Overview

Hoover 60cm HGL60ASXGH Built-In Gas Hob is a stylish and elegant addition to the kitchen, it looks great in its stainless steel finish and its black cast iron fittings. This appliance has the dimensions of 43 x 585 x 500 mm which corresponds to the height, width and the depth.  This product doesn’t render a bulky look to the gas and effectively blends into the kitchen decor. The product also is pretty light weight weighing about 10 kg, ensuring no difficulty in lifting the appliance while cleaning below the hob spills and stains.

Features:

This novel gas hob has 4 smart gas burners having different dimensions

• It comes with a large burner having dimensions of 1 X 3.0 kW that is useful for faster cooking and for placing large bottomed pans for even and quick cooking.
• The product also is equipped with 2 medium sized burners of 2 x 1.75 kW for all type of utensils and for semi rapid cooking.
• It also comes with a small burner with the dimensions 1×1.0 kW ideal for a pan that needs minimum place to sit. Thus these burners provide the right blend of size and speed for faster cooking be it for a party or for a small family.

Key Points:

Hoover HGL60ASXGH Stainless Steel Gas Hob has three outstanding features that encompass usefulness as well as safety features in them they are:

• The single touch ignition ensures that all the knobs are aligned with the electric ignition control this makes lighting of the gas hob easier and quicker with a single touch.
• The maintenance of this appliance becomes even simpler with the single piece hob plate made of cast iron that not only provides strength but also allows easy dismantling to maintain good hygiene.
• The best safety feature of this gas hob is the flame failure device that ensures that even in case if the flame is accidentally put off the thermocouple device will automatically cut the gas supply preventing any mishaps.

Overall, Hoover HGL60ASXGH 4 Burner Gas Hob is a great looking creation that simplifies cooking time and also makes cleaning a very easy task with its easy to maintain accessories; it certainly will win and serve the kitchen needs for many years to come.

Hoover HGL60ASXGH Gas Hob – Technical Specification Table

Beko, the brand known for its home and kitchen appliances have increased the varieties by introducing many improved design and style in the models. They are one among the familiar brands who adhere to offer supportive service and keep their customers close with their products. Beko HIZG64120 Built-In Gas Hob is another stylish addition which is been reviewed as follows.

Model Debut:

Cooking with the hob is based on the size of the pan and the size of the flame as it has to be taken care that the flame does not go beyond the pan bottom. The large flame goes well for high cooking and the small one for the low power cooking. The overall dimension is 580mm in width, 510mm in depth and 55mm built in height. The weight that takes it in net is 6.9kg and gross it is 7.8kg. Beko presents in model in 3 different colour variants for the flexible choice of the customers. One can easily match this appliance with the interiors as the choice given is white, stainless steel and black which is easy to both match and contrast if preferred.

Impressive Features:

Automatic ignition – This proves the model to be a higher end one as it gives the facility of automatically lightening up without the need of any additional gadget. It just lights up with the stick of the power on knob.

Gloss finish enamel pan support – For those who do not compromise with the design finds this design interesting as it comes with the gloss finish for the pan support which is been given the enamel advantage.

Easy to clean one piece hob plate – Since this model is been uniquely designed with a single piece hob plate it makes cleaning easy. There is no requirement of any special detergents as just by removing the pan support and the burner caps the cleaning procedure can be taken care. It is easy to maintain it as new as ever.

Flame safety device – This comes as an additional feature which functions automatically when it senses the absence of the flame for any reasons. This device when it senses the flame failure it automatically stops the flow of the gas for the additional safety.

Side rotary controls – Not the one that is unique but still works better than the models with the controls on the front side. In this case the little hands cannot reach the knobs easily and it also gives a close feel of the hob. It is sure to impress many who compare the models of different styles of the control panel.

LPG conversion kit – This is a desirable feature that keeps the customers going prepared for the future conversion. This model is been given the advantage to take care of the LPG conversion if required on the purchase of the special kit that is available.

Larger cooking surface – The overall spacing between the burners is lavish and the cooking surface is also a great going for the 4 burners where in there are model which handle about 5 burners in this given space. This is definitely a pro for the user.

The Elements:

Beko HIZG64120 Stainless Steel, White, Black Finish Gas Hob that comes with the 4 elements with the 3 different power levels makes it an interesting one for the general family use. The front left element is with the high power with 2.9 kw and it allows to be used for the large pans. The front right is another unique element which is with the power of 1.0 kw. The total power load is 7.9 kW.

Miscellaneous:

Although the flame safety device comes as optional the good news is that it can be opted for this model. However the features like hob on indicator and the hot hob indicators are absent. Beko HIZG64120 4 Elements Gas Hob is convenient to handle and it is the one which can be in-built in 60cm.

Guarantee:

This model comes with the manufacturer guarantee for 12 months and this is one reason for the ultimate peace in the minds for the users.

Beko HIZG64120 Built-In Gas Hob – Technical Specification Table