Beko vs Neff Hobs

Beko and Neff offer hobs at clearly different price points. Beko's gas options are the HIBG64120SX 610mm stainless steel hob at £119 and the HIBE64101X 610mm solid plate hob at £149, with the HII64400MT 60cm integrated induction hob at £219. Neff's gas hobs are the T26PIP4S0 N70 60cm black model at £309, the T26CIP8N0 N70 stainless steel hob at £349 and the T26CB49S0 N50 black hob at £419. Its smart four-zone induction hob, the T56FHS1L0 N70, costs £549. The cheapest Neff gas hob is £190 more than the Beko HIBG64120SX.

Beko's product description describes InductionPro control, nine power levels and an EcoSmart glass surface rated to 300°C. Its Power Boost raises output by up to 60 per cent, and its flexible zones take pans from 10cm to 40cm. Neff's product description highlights FlexInduction, which lets pans sit anywhere within the marked zones, and TwistPad Fire Control, a removable magnetic dial. Its PowerTransfer function moves settings with a pan between zones, and PowerBoost raises output by up to 50 per cent. Both brands offer a two-year warranty as standard.

Beko suits a budget buyer who wants a dependable hob for everyday cooking. Neff suits a cook who wants flexible induction zones, a removable dial and a more advanced control system. Both brands recommend professional installation, and induction models in both ranges need magnetic cookware. The induction gap is £330, between the Beko HII64400MT at £219 and the Neff T56FHS1L0 at £549, which is the price of the added smart features.

Bottom line: choose Beko if you want the lowest price, gas from £119 or induction from £219, choose Neff if you want FlexInduction and TwistPad controls from £309 for gas or £549 for smart induction.