Unlike the best electric hobs in 2018, induction hobs use electromagnetic energy to heat food. Under the glass-ceramic surface is an induction coil, which creates a high-frequency magnetic field. It heats the bottom of metal utensils. 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 operating costs in the long run. In addition, these appliances look elegant and modern, and take up little space on the kitchen worktop. And choosing the best model will help 2018 ranking of the best induction hobs. It was created based on user reviews of Yandex.Market and Trusted Reviews.
10. Indesit VIA6400C
The average price is 21,999 rubles.
- electric hob
- 4 cooking zones
- touch control
- glass surface Schott
- child lock
- recognition of the presence of dishes
- dimensions (WxD) 60 × 52 cm
This stylish model from a manufacturer proven over the years ensures quiet operation and quick heating in four cooking zones. Its glass surface is durable, scratch resistant and easy to clean.
And touch-sensitive controls with clear red lettering offer nine heat levels for each heating zone. You can set a timer for each burner and 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 two-liter pan will take more than 7 minutes to warm up to 90 degrees. But you can come to terms with these shortcomings, given the good functionality of the Indesit VIA6400C.
9. Samsung NZ64H57479K 5.0
The average price is 33 990 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass-ceramic surface
- burner with oval heating zone
- touch switches
- child protection
- residual heat indicator
- independent installation
- dimensions (WxD) 60 × 52 cm
In addition to the attractive design, this stove from a South Korean manufacturer offers ultra-fast heating times and 15 degrees of heating.
To the left of the stove is the Flex Zone, which consists of two medium-sized burners. They can be combined into one zone for oblong pots and other large dishes. A function like this will not be used every day, but it’s always good to know that you have such an opportunity, if necessary.
Samsung NZ64H57479K 5.0 has a number of other useful features, such as PowerBoost, which provides 50% more power when heating, a burner timer with an audio signal and a touch slider control panel.
Cons: high price.
8. Weissgauff HI 641 BS
The average price is 17,990 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass-ceramic surface
- burner with oval heating 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 price and features. She has a burner timer and an oval heating zone, which is very convenient if you need to cook a dish in a ducklings and other oval-shaped dishes.
Management is very simple, slider, and even an elderly person or teenager can easily master it. And so that very young children do not ruin the device, a control lock is provided. It is very easy to clean the Weissgauff HI 641 BS, because it does not heat up during operation, and nothing burns to it.
Cons: perhaps a little slow response 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 degrees of power adjustment and a double-circuit burner (front left). The two front burners have an accelerated heating mode PowerBoost. And if the liquid in the pan 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
- burner with oval heating zone
- touch switches
- child protection
- residual heat indicator
- independent installation
- Dimensions (WxD) 59.5 × 52.2 cm
It’s expensive and rich - this is how you can briefly characterize the hob of the German brand Siemens and Spanish production. It has all the functions that a picky hostess may need: from the timer of each burner and PowerBoost mode to the oval heating zone and autofocus - determining the location of the pan.
The control of the EH675MV17E is slider, and to set the desired degree of heating, just poke your finger on the desired part of the scale. The stove has 17 power levels. The surface is scratch resistant and quite durable, 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 hob Italian assembly, made in traditional black. It heats up quickly and cools quickly, is very convenient to operate and has burner timers. The device adjusts immediately to a change in temperature, and all care for it is reduced to wiping with a damp sponge or a special tool. Although the switches on the IKIA 640 C are touch-sensitive, the control panel itself is push-button, which people who are accustomed to the traditional button design will appreciate.
Cons: there is 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 hobs
- 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 increased power.
This elegant device is efficient and easy enough to use, without the need to overpay for unnecessary functions. Or useful if you need a burner timer, the EHH 56240 IK does not. However, some users believe that trusting the cooking of even the most intelligent technique is not worth it. Everything needs to be controlled by yourself.
Fast heating, quiet operation and the presence of PowerBoost mode are also among the advantages of 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. At full power, this hob will only work when turned on two-phase.
3. Bosch PIE631FB1E
The average price is 38 990 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass-ceramic surface
- induction hobs
- touch switches
- push-button
- child protection
- residual heat indicator
- independent installation
- Dimensions (WxD) 59.2 × 52.2 cm
The third place in the ranking of induction hobs in 2018 went to the excellent-looking and tightly assembled Spanish-made hobs. For its price, it can offer four cooking zones, a quick heating mode, a timer for each burner, an excellent touch control interface that absolutely does not require studying the manual and an easily cleaned black surface.
A feature of Bosch PIE631FB1E is a short-term panel lock mode for half a minute. This will allow, for example, to quickly wipe it from the liquid.
Cons: high price.
2. Electrolux EHH 56340 FK
The average price is 30,490 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass-ceramic surface
- induction hobs
- touch switches
- child protection
- residual heat indicator
- recognition of the presence of dishes
- independent installation
- dimensions (WxD) 59 × 52 cm
Like the third rating number, 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 may be useful in case of emergency leakage of milk or coffee. Whether the pause function costs 30 thousand rubles - decide for yourself.
Otherwise, the EHH 56340 FK is no better or worse than its competitors. It has a timer, PowerBoost mode for all burners, and a very sensitive touch control.
Cons: high price.
1. Hansa BHI68300
The average price is 17,220 rubles.
- electric hob
- glass-ceramic surface
- induction hobs
- touch switches
- child protection
- residual heat indicator
- independent installation
- dimensions (WxD) 60 × 50 cm
Tops the ranking of induction hobs in 2018 in terms of price and quality of an aristocratic look is the four burner model with a very durable scratch-resistant surface.
It is equipped with a burner timer (all at the same time, and not each separately) and a sensor for installed dishes, it heats 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.
