Altimo vs Indesit Hobs

Altimo and Indesit both sell budget hobs, but Indesit covers more fuel types. Altimo's range centres on electric cooking, led by the BIH600T2B 4 Zone Induction Hob with Touch Control at £159, with the BCH600T1B ceramic model at £129, the ABCH602 sealed plate hob at £119 and the BEHS1SS sealed plate hob at £99. Indesit's IB 21B77 NE Built-In Induction Hob costs £329, its RI860C 580mm Built-In 4 Zone Ceramic Hob is £149, and gas buyers can choose the ING 72T/BK 5 Zones Gas Hob with Wok Burner at £299 or the THP751PIXI 750mm Built-In 5 Burner Gas Hob at £239.

Altimo's induction hob is its most capable model, with High Power Boost and touch controls, while its sealed plate hobs heat more slowly. Indesit's induction hob adds Push & Go and dual zones. Its gas hobs bring a flame failure device and flame supervision on the THP751PIXI, which is a practical safety point for gas cooks. The ING 72T/BK's wok burner suits high-heat stir-frying, and Altimo's range has no gas option to match it. Both brands keep prices low, but Indesit offers more hob types and 75cm models, while its controls remain basic and it has fewer smart features.

Altimo suits renters and tight budgets with an electric supply and simple cooking needs. Indesit suits people comparing fuel types, perhaps replacing an old gas hob with a wok burner for frequent stir-frying, or buying a 75cm gas hob for large pans. Whichever you choose, check the worktop cut-out width first. Induction needs magnetic pans, and Indesit's gas models need Gas Safe installation, which adds to the total cost.

Bottom line: choose Altimo if you want the cheapest electric hob, such as the BIH600T2B induction model at £159, and choose Indesit if you want to keep your fuel options open, including the ING 72T/BK wok burner model at £299.