Unlike the best electric hobs 2018 induction hobs use electromagnetic energy to heat food. An induction coil is located under the glass-ceramic surface, which creates a high-frequency magnetic field. It heats the bottom of the metal pan. At the same time, the surface of the stove itself remains cold, and you do not risk burning your hands by accidentally touching it.
It is worth considering buying an induction hob if you want to minimize your long-term running costs. In addition, these appliances look elegant and modern and take up little space on the kitchen countertop. And to choose the best model will help rating of the best induction hobs in 2018... It was created based on reviews from Yandex.Market users and Trusted Reviews.
10. Indesit VIA6400C
The average price is 21,999 rubles.
- electric hob
- 4 cooking zones
- touch control
- Schott glass surface
- child lock
- recognition of the presence of dishes
- dimensions (WxD) 60 × 52 cm
This stylish model from a proven manufacturer provides quiet operation and fast heating in four cooking zones. Its glass surface is durable, scratch-resistant and easy to clean.
And touch-sensitive controls with crisp red lettering offer nine heat levels for each cooking zone. Each hotplate can be set with a timer so you don't have to worry about turning them off manually. There is also a heating function, which will also not be superfluous.
Cons: The heating control button is separate from the zone selection buttons and you can easily forget to select the correct zone before turning on the heating. This model heats up relatively slowly compared to more expensive hobs, and a large 2 liter saucepan will take more than 7 minutes to reach 90 degrees. But you can put up with these shortcomings, given the good functionality of Indesit VIA6400C.
9.Samsung NZ64H57479K 5.0
The average price is 33,990 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass ceramic surface
- oval cooking zone
- touch switches
- child protection
- residual heat indicator
- independent installation
- dimensions (WxD) 60 × 52 cm
In addition to its attractive design, this South Korean cooker offers ultra-fast heat-up times and 15 heat levels.
On the left side of the hob is the Flex Zone, which consists of two medium-sized burners. They can be combined into one area for oblong pots and other large dishes. A feature like this won't be used every day, but it's always good to know that you have the option if the need arises.
Samsung NZ64H57479K 5.0 has a number of other useful features such as PowerBoost, which delivers 50% more power when heated, a timer for cooking zones with a beep and a touch-sensitive slider control panel.
Cons: high price.
8. Weissgauff HI 641 BS
The average price is 17,990 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass ceramic surface
- oval cooking zone
- touch switches
- recognition of the presence of dishes
- child protection
- residual heat indicator
- independent installation
- dimensions (WxD) 59 × 52 cm
One of the best induction hobs in 2018 in terms of value for money. It has a burner timer and an oval heating zone, which is very convenient if you need to cook a dish in a rooster and other oval-shaped dishes.
The controls are very simple, slider, and even an elderly person or teenager can easily master it. And so that very small children do not spoil the device, a control lock is provided. Weissgauff HI 641 BS is very easy to clean, because it does not heat up during operation and nothing burns to it.
Cons: perhaps a little slowed down action of the touch buttons.
7. Zanussi ZEI 5680 FB
The average price is 20,070 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass ceramic surface
- double-circuit burner
- touch switches
- child protection
- residual heat indicator
- recognition of the presence of dishes
- independent installation
- dimensions (WxD) 59 × 52 cm
A very beautiful, easy-to-use model of the Romanian assembly, with 9 levels of power adjustment and a double-circuit burner (front left). The two front cooking zones have PowerBoost. And if the liquid in the pot begins to boil, this hob will automatically turn off.
Cons: no timer, short wire.
6. Siemens EH675MV17E
The average price is 43,990 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass ceramic surface
- oval cooking zone
- touch switches
- child protection
- residual heat indicator
- independent installation
- dimensions (WxD) 59.5 × 52.2 cm
Expensively rich - this is how you can briefly describe the hob of the German brand Siemens and the Spanish production. It has all the functions that a picky housewife may need: from the timer for each burner and PowerBoost mode to the oval heating zone and autofocus for determining the location of the pan.
The EH675MV17E has a slider control, and to set the desired degree of heating, just poke your finger at the desired part of the scale. The stove has 17 power levels. The surface is scratch-resistant and strong enough, despite the apparent fragility.
Cons: noisy, no metal edging, no plug included, only cable.
5. Hotpoint-Ariston IKIA 640 C
The average price is 21,990 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass ceramic surface
- touch switches
- child protection
- recognition of the presence of dishes
- residual heat indicator
- independent installation
- dimensions (WxD) 59 × 51 cm
Stylish Italian-built hob, finished in traditional black. It heats up quickly and cools down quickly, is very easy to use and has cooking zone timers. The device adjusts immediately to changes in temperature, and all care for it is reduced to wiping with a damp sponge or a special tool. Although the switches of the IKIA 640 C are touch-sensitive, the control panel itself is push-button, which will be appreciated by people accustomed to the traditional push-button design.
Cons: no oval heating zone, the timer is quite quiet.
4. Electrolux EHH 56240 IK
The average price is 24,990 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass ceramic surface
- induction hotplates
- touch switches
- child protection
- residual heat indicator
- independent installation
- dimensions (WxD) 59 × 52 cm
This model is equipped with push button controls and touch switches for easy temperature control and power boost.
This elegant device is efficient and easy enough to use without having to overpay for unnecessary features. Or useful if you need a cooking zone timer, the EHH 56240 IK does not have one. However, some users believe that even the smartest cooking technique should not be trusted.You need to control everything yourself.
Fast heating, quiet operation and the presence of the PowerBoost mode are also among the advantages of the Electrolux EHH 56240 IK, which are noted by all users.
Cons: when you turn on 3 or 4 burners at once, the power on them drops and loud clicks occur. As a result, food will cook more slowly. This hob will only operate at full power when switched on two-phase.
3. Bosch PIE631FB1E
The average price is 38,990 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass ceramic surface
- induction hotplates
- touch switches
- push-button
- child protection
- residual heat indicator
- independent installation
- dimensions (WxD) 59.2 × 52.2 cm
The third place in the 2018 list of induction hobs went to the excellent looking and sturdily assembled Spanish-built hob. For its price, it can offer four cooking zones, a fast heating mode, a timer for each hotplate, an excellent touch control interface that does not require manual learning at all, and an easy-to-clean black surface.
A feature of the Bosch PIE631FB1E is the short-term panel lock mode for half a minute. This will allow, for example, to quickly wipe it off the liquid.
Cons: high price.
2. Electrolux EHH 56340 FK
The average price is 30,490 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass ceramic surface
- induction hotplates
- touch switches
- child protection
- residual heat indicator
- recognition of the presence of dishes
- independent installation
- dimensions (WxD) 59 × 52 cm
Like the third number in the rating, the Electrolux EHH 56340 FK has a short pause without resetting the timer and heating intensity. Not that this feature is often required, but it can be useful in case of an emergency milk or coffee leak. Whether the pause function is worth 30 thousand rubles - decide for yourself.
Otherwise, the EHH 56340 FK is no better or worse than its competitors. It has a timer, PowerBoost for all cooking zones, and very sensitive touch controls.
Cons: high price.
1. Hansa BHI68300
The average price is 17,220 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass ceramic surface
- induction hotplates
- touch switches
- child protection
- residual heat indicator
- independent installation
- dimensions (WxD) 60 × 50 cm
Topping the rating of induction hobs in 2018 for the price and quality of an aristocratic-looking four-burner model with a very durable surface that is resistant to scratches.
It is equipped with a timer for cooking zones (all at the same time, not each separately) and a sensor for the installed dishes, heats up evenly and very quickly, works quietly and does not buzz. What more could you want from a good household kitchen appliance?
Cons: no PowerBoost mode.