A venting hob has the extractor built into the hob, so steam and cooking smells are pulled down through the cooktop instead of up into a cooker hood. That leaves the space above clear, which suits island and open-plan kitchens. The Fisher & Paykel venting hob is a Series 9 induction hob with integrated ventilation. It has touch and slide controls, and PowerBoost gives a burst of extra heat for fast boiling.

Before you buy, check the worktop cut-out and the cupboard space underneath, because the fan and any ducting sit below the hob. Decide whether the air will be ducted outside or recirculated through odour filters, and make sure your pans work on induction. For more choice, see all Fisher & Paykel hobs or the full Fisher & Paykel range.