Blomberg induction hobs are black glass hobs about 60 cm wide (58 to 60 cm), sized for a standard worktop cut-out. Every one has four cooking zones and touch controls, so they suit most households replacing an older electric hob or moving away from gas. Induction heats the pan rather than the glass, so it responds quickly when you change the setting and the surface around the pan stays cooler than on a ceramic hob. You need magnetic pans, and an induction hob normally has to be hard-wired by an electrician, so check your circuit before you buy.
The main difference between these hobs is flexibility. Some have flexible cooking zones that join up to make one larger area, which helps with a griddle, a fish kettle or a wide casserole dish. One has two flexible zones and another has one. Booster or PowerBoost settings give a zone a burst of extra power to bring water to the boil faster. Some models also have DirectAccess Touch Control, which lets you pick a power level with one touch, plus a control panel lock and sound signals.
If you mostly cook in standard saucepans, a hob with four fixed zones and a timer will do the job. If you often use large or oddly shaped cookware, choose a model with flexible zones. To compare these with other options, see all Blomberg electric hobs, including Blomberg ceramic hobs, or browse all Blomberg products.
