AEG ceramic hobs come in three widths. There are 60 cm hobs with four zones for standard worktop cut-outs, an 80 cm four-zone hob, and a 90 cm hob with five zones for anyone who often cooks with several pans at once. Several of them are from the AEG 3000 Series, and all have a black ceramic glass top. Radiant zones heat up under the glass and work with any flat-based pan. Ceramic hobs usually cost less to buy than induction, but they are slower to respond when you change the heat.

Controls are the first big difference. One 60 cm hob has traditional rotary knobs and a 15-stage digital power display. The rest have touch controls at the front with nine power levels. Most models have extendable zones, which widen the heated area to fit a larger pan or casserole so you aren't stuck with one ring size. Each of the wider hobs has two. Every model shows when a zone is still hot. Some touch-control models also have a child lock and automatic switch-off. The design details vary too: one 59 cm hob is frameless and can be fitted flush with the worktop, while others have bevelled glass edges.

Start with width, since that depends on your cut-out and how many pans you use. Then decide between knobs and touch controls, and check how many extendable zones you'd use. To see other types, browse all AEG electric hobs. If quicker heat control matters more than the purchase price, compare AEG induction hobs, or see all AEG products.