Bosch hobs cover the main ways of cooking on a worktop: gas, ceramic, induction and venting induction. The models run from Series 2 through Series 4 and 6 to Series 8. You can start with simple controls and four zones, or step up to wider hobs with flexible zones and built-in extraction.

The Bosch gas hobs come in three sizes: 60 cm with four burners, and 75 cm or 90 cm with five. Finishes include white, black enamel, stainless steel and black tempered glass. All of them have automatic ignition, cast iron pan supports, a flame failure safety device and an LPG nozzle set. Several Series 6 models add FlameSelect, which gives nine set flame levels so you can use the same setting every time. Some of the wider hobs have a dual flame power burner for fast boiling and wok cooking, and a few glass models can be fitted flush with the worktop.

Among the Bosch electric hobs, ceramic models are the simpler, lower-cost choice, with knob or touch controls. The 80 cm Series 4 QuickTherm hob adds two extendable zones for larger pans. Induction heats the pan directly, so it responds quickly and the glass stays cooler. Series 2 induction has nine power levels, while Series 4 and 6 have 17 for finer control. One Series 4 model has CombiZone, which joins two zones for a griddle or fish kettle. Some Series 6 hobs have flex induction, which lets you place pans anywhere across a larger area. Some Series 6 models also have Multitouch+ controls and can connect to the internet.

Bosch venting hobs combine induction with a built-in extractor, so you don't need a cooker hood above. They come in 60, 70 and 80 cm widths and work in either extraction or recirculation mode. To narrow the choice, start with your fuel and the size of your worktop cut-out. Then decide whether flexible zones or built-in extraction are worth moving up a series for. To find a matching oven, browse Bosch built-in ovens.