Creda vs Hotpoint Hobs

Creda and Hotpoint both offer built-in ceramic and four-zone choices, but Hotpoint's range is broader. Creda's C70CTC 70cm 4 Zone Ceramic Hob costs £249 and the C60CTC 60cm 4 Zone Ceramic Hob costs £195. Hotpoint's FTGHG641DHBK 600mm Built-In 4 Burner Gas Hob is £385, the PPH60GDFIX 4 Burner Gas Hob 60cm is £170, the PPH60PFIXUK 60cm Gas Hob is £142, and its TQ1460SNE 590mm Induction Hob with front touch controls costs £239.

Creda's hobs are simple: nine heat levels, keep warm and auto heating, with front touch controls on the C60CTC. Hotpoint's induction hob also uses front touch controls, in a 590mm width. Its gas hobs use cast iron pan supports and a rapid burner on the PPH60GDFIX. Hotpoint also offers Flexi Zone cooking areas for pans from 10cm to 40cm, residual heat indicators and automatic shut-off. Creda's ceramic surface works with any flat-bottomed pan, which removes the need for induction-ready cookware.

Creda suits buyers who want a basic electric ceramic hob with a 70cm option and no magnetic pans. Hotpoint suits family kitchens already fitted for gas, or buyers who want a choice of gas and induction from one brand. A 60cm Hotpoint gas hob fits most worktop cut-outs, but gas models need a Gas Safe engineer, and some induction models may need an electrical check before fitting. Hotpoint's gas hobs also suit anyone who prefers to see the flame and adjust the heat instantly, while Creda's ceramic surface takes longer to respond.

Bottom line: choose Creda if you want an affordable electric ceramic hob, such as the C70CTC at £249, and choose Hotpoint if you prefer gas or want a wider range, such as the FTGHG641DHBK four-burner gas hob at £385.