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Hob buying guide

Which induction, gas or electric hob to buy?

Find the perfect hob to match your kitchen, cooking style and lifestyle. This practical guide explains the main hob types, the features that matter, installation considerations, and tips to help you choose a Siemens hob that fits your needs.

The Siemens hob range

What to consider when buying a hob

Induction Hob Surface Options

Installation styles

Typo in Flexibility

Connectivity

The Siemens hob range

Venting hobs

Induction hobs

Gas hobs

Glass ceramic hobs

Domino hobs

Venting hobs

Benefits: includes the features of an induction hob with integrated extraction, a space saving 2-in-1 solution.
Considerations: Installation - space needed under worktop.
Ideal for: kitchen islands, open-plan living.

Venting hobs

A black Siemens induction cooktop with blue digital controls, featuring an integrated downdraft extractor actively pulling steam from a pot of boiling water and a pan of steaming broccoli.

Induction hobs

Benefits: rapid heating, precise temperature control, direct heat transfer to compatible cookware, and a cooking surface designed to remain cooler around the cookware area.
Considerations: requires magnetic cookware (such as cast iron, magnetic stainless steel).
Ideal for: busy households, precision cooks.

Induction hobs

A man holds plates in a modern kitchen with a Siemens induction cooktop and illuminated downdraft extractor, surrounded by multiple dishes cooking simultaneously.

Gas hobs

Benefits: instant flame control, suitable for high-heat cooking and wok techniques.
Considerations: Requires gas supply for installation.
Ideal for: Cooking with high-heat techniques (wok/char), and a flame control preference.

Gas hobs

A black Siemens gas hob with blue flames, cooking a salmon fillet in a pan and a pot of creamy soup, set on a dark marble countertop.

Glass ceramic hobs

Benefits: Smooth surfaces, simple cleaning, intuitive controls and a sleek glass finish.
Considerations: Slower to heat and cool than induction.
Ideal for: Home cooks who value a sleek finish, cookware flexibility and reliable everyday performance.

Ceramic Hobs

A sleek black Siemens induction cooktop with four cooking zones and touch controls, integrated into a light brown marble-patterned countertop in a modern kitchen.

Domino hobs

Benefits: Can opt for a gas or induction domino hob to combine hob types for personalised set ups.
Considerations: Requires planning for mix and match installation, e.g. needing a gas supply.
Ideal for: Cooks who like mixed method surface cooking and personalisation in their kitchen.

Domino hobs

A sleek black Siemens gas hob with two burners and control knobs, integrated into a dark marble-patterned countertop in a modern kitchen.

What to consider when buying a hob

Induction Hob Surface Options

The Matt Edition Venting Hob

The Siemens Matt Edition surface pairs well with any kitchen design, providing a sleek elegance. The deep black matt finish offers benefits beyond aesthetics like reducing glare and reflection. Unlike glossy finishes, matt surfaces make fingerprints and scratches less visible, are easy to clean, and LED controls stand out much more.

Matt Edition Hobs

A close-up of a black Siemens studioLine induction cooktop with blue illuminated digital touch controls and a visible part of its integrated downdraft extractor.

A black Siemens induction cooktop with an integrated downdraft extractor actively pulling steam from a cast iron pan cooking lamb chops, set in a dark, modern kitchen.

diamondProtect Hobs

For those who prefer shine, our groundbreaking diamondProtect surface is the perfect solution. Pairing uncompromising quality with lasting beauty, diamondProtect is engineered with a hardness approaching that of a diamond. The intelligent coating acts as a formidable shield against the rigours of daily cooking.

diamondProtect Hobs

Standard Ceramic Glass

The deep‑black, single‑pane ceramic glass gives our standard Induction Hobs a sleek, minimalist look. The smooth surface wipes clean easily; however, dragging rough‑bottomed pans (like cast iron) or using abrasive cleaners can cause fine scratches. Gentle handling and suitable cleaners preserve the glass’s finish for years.

Standard Induction Hobs

A black Siemens induction cooktop with flexible cooking zones and red digital controls, integrated into a dark marble-patterned countertop in a modern kitchen.

A black Siemens studioLine induction cooktop with multiple flexible cooking zones and blue digital controls, integrated into a dark marble-patterned countertop.

A black Siemens induction cooktop with red digital controls displaying cooking settings and a timer, integrated into a light marble-patterned countertop.

Flush FitFlush-mounted frames are set into a shallow recess cut into the worktop, so that the hob surface is level with the rest of the counter. This creates an elegant look and makes it easier to clean.

A close-up of the sleek black glass surface of a Siemens induction cooktop, seamlessly integrated into a dark marble-patterned countertop.

FramelessFrameless hobs sit slightly elevated from the worktop. Bevelled (inclines) edges give the trim an elegant look and make cooking safer.

A black Siemens induction cooktop with an integrated downdraft extractor, featuring red digital controls displaying cooking settings and a timer, set into a light marble countertop.

Front BevelA gently angled edge that adds a discreet decorative detail for premium kitchens.

Design FrameThe slim black frame with rounded edges is a classic look in any kitchen.

Typo in Flexibility

flexInduction HobsSiemens flexInduction gives you a cooking surface that adapts to your needs. Use it as a traditional four- or five-zone hob, or link zones together to create a single large area for oversized pans and griddles. With flexInduction Plus the hob automatically detects pan size and activates an additional central zone when needed, ensuring even, responsive heat across larger cookware.

freeInduction HobThe Siemens freeInduction hob enables flexible cooking. Place up to four pots or pans of different shapes and sizes anywhere on the surface, and the flexible induction zone automatically recognises each piece of cookware and adapts the heating area accordingly.