Bosch vs Fisher & Paykel Hobs

Bosch and Fisher & Paykel compete mainly on induction hobs, with Bosch the cheaper choice. Bosch's options are the PBP6B2K60 Series 2 gas hob in white at £229, the PWP611BB5B 600mm four-burner induction hob with plug at £309 and the PIE631BB5E Series 4 600mm induction hob at £399. Its PVS811B16E Series 4 80cm hob with integrated ventilation costs £1,899. Fisher & Paykel's Series 5 induction hobs in this comparison are the CI904CTB1 90cm four-zone model at £721 and the CI905CTB2 at £745.

Bosch's product description describes its PerfectFry sensor, FlexInduction zones, DirectSelect Premium controls with 17 power levels, a PowerBoost function of up to 50 per cent and a ReStart function that saves settings after an accidental switch-off. It gives a two-year warranty and a range of sizes from 30cm to 90cm. Fisher & Paykel's product description highlights TouchandSlide controls, nine power levels, bridging zones and a five-year parts and labour warranty. It also states that its induction hobs reach up to 90 per cent efficiency, and some models need a 32-amp supply.

Bosch suits buyers who want a German-engineered induction hob with a flexible design, at a lower price than the Fisher & Paykel models. Fisher & Paykel suits buyers who want a larger 90cm induction hob, a five-year warranty and a polished finish. Both brands call for professional installation, and induction models need magnetic cookware. The price gap between the Bosch PIE631BB5E at £399 and the Fisher & Paykel CI905CTB2 at £745 is £346, so the choice comes down to hob size and warranty.

Bottom line: choose Bosch if you want a 600mm induction hob with PowerBoost from £309, choose Fisher & Paykel if you want a 90cm Series 5 induction hob with a five-year warranty from £721.