Beko vs Smeg Hobs

Beko and Smeg offer a clear step up in design and price between them. Beko's options are the HIBG64120SX 610mm stainless steel gas hob at £119, the HIBE64101X solid plate hob at £149 and the HII64400MT 60cm integrated induction hob at £219. Smeg's range includes the PX364L Classic 60cm stainless steel gas hob at £349, the SI2641DUK four-zone induction hob with touch controls at £389, the SI2741DUK 75cm induction hob at £479 and the SI2741D 75cm induction hob at £579. The Smeg gas hob costs £230 more than the Beko gas hob at £119.

Beko's product description describes InductionPro control with nine power levels, an EcoSmart glass surface and a Power Boost function that increases output by up to 60 per cent. Its standard warranty is two years. Smeg's product description highlights premium stainless steel and tempered glass, automatic shut-off, child lock and residual heat indicators. It also cites power from 0.5kW to 7.4kW, zones that adapt from 14cm to 30cm, and remote control through the SmegConnect app.

Beko suits a budget buyer who wants a basic hob for everyday cooking. Smeg suits a kitchen where the hob is part of a coordinated look, or where a 75cm induction hob is needed for wider pans. Smeg says most of its induction hobs need a 32-amp circuit, so the electrical supply should be checked before buying. Induction models from both brands need magnetic cookware. The induction gap is £170, between the Beko HII64400MT at £219 and the Smeg SI2641DUK at £389.

Bottom line: choose Beko if you want the lowest price, gas from £119 or induction from £219, choose Smeg if you want a stainless steel classic gas hob from £349 or a 75cm induction hob from £479.