Altimo vs Belling Hobs

Altimo is led by the Altimo BIH600T2B 4 Zone Induction Hob with Touch Control (£159); another listed choice is Altimo BEHS1SS 4 Zone Sealed Plate Electric Hob (£99). Belling is led by the Belling IHT6013BLK 60cm Induction Hob with Touch Controls - Black (£259); another listed choice is Belling GHU603RISTA 60cm Gas Hob - Stainless Steel (£219). For a UK hob choice, the comparison is shaped by price, installation style and the specific technologies named in those model lines rather than brand reputation alone.

On technology and features, Altimo covers the essentials: touch-control induction on the BIH600T2B, sealed-plate simplicity on the BEHS1SS and ceramic cooking on the BCH600T1B. By contrast, Belling mixes a 60cm gas hob with the IHT6013BLK induction model, so it gives buyers a conventional or touch-control route at accessible prices. That makes the specification split clear: Altimo should be judged on the feature set and format it lists, while Belling should be judged on whether its capacity, width, fuel type, zone count or convenience feature fits the kitchen better.

Altimo best suits first kitchens, rental upgrades and budget renovations where a low price, simple controls and standard four-zone layouts are the priority. Belling best suits practical UK kitchens needing a familiar 60cm replacement, with gas or induction available without a large premium. In value terms, the gap between £159 and £259 is important: lower prices reduce the upfront bill, while premium models have to justify themselves through easier daily use, better finish, fewer compromises or avoiding a later upgrade.

Bottom line: choose Altimo if Altimo BIH600T2B 4 Zone Induction Hob with Touch Control gives you the right specification at the more attractive price / opt for Belling if Belling IHT6013BLK 60cm Induction Hob with Touch Controls - Black better matches your kitchen size, finish or feature priorities.