Bosch induction hobs here run across the Series 2, Series 4 and Series 6 lines, from straightforward four-zone hobs to wider, connected models with flexible cooking areas. Most are 60 cm wide, the usual size for a standard worktop cut-out, while 80 cm five-zone hobs give more room if you often have several pans on the go. Black is the standard finish, with matt black on one Series 4 hob.

Control is the first big difference. The Series 2 hob offers 9 power levels; Series 4 and Series 6 models have 17, giving finer steps between a gentle simmer and a fast boil. Series 4 hobs keep things simple with touch controls and four separate zones, though one adds CombiZone on the left side, linking two round zones into one larger area for an oversized pan or griddle. The Series 6 Flex Induction hobs go further: two zones combine into one evenly heated surface that detects the size and position of your cookware, and they use Bosch Multitouch+ controls. Series 6 models are also internet connected, which the Series 2 and Series 4 hobs here are not.

To narrow it down, measure your worktop space first, then think about your pans. If you cook mainly with round saucepans, a Series 4 hob covers the essentials; for casserole dishes, roasting trays or a griddle, look at CombiZone or Flex Induction. You can compare these alongside other Bosch electric hobs, or see Bosch ceramic hobs if your cookware isn't induction-compatible.