Fisher & Paykel vs Hisense Hobs

Fisher & Paykel and Hisense sit at opposite ends of the price range. Fisher & Paykel's CI904CTB1 90cm Series 5 4 Zone Induction Hob costs £721, and its CI905CTB2 Series 5 90cm Smart 5 Burner Induction Hob is £745. Hisense's HI6401BSC 60cm 4 Burner Induction Hob is £199, the HI6421BSC 60cm 4 Burner Induction Hob is £229, the GG773B 75cm 5 Burner Gas Hob is £265 and the HI8421BSC 80cm 4 Zone Induction Hob is £349.

Fisher & Paykel's Series 5 induction hobs use touch and slide controls, child and pet safety features, and a power boost with gentle heat setting. The CI904CTB1 is easy to clean, with a smooth surface. Hisense's HI6421BSC has a Connect Zone, residual heat indicators and touch controls. The HI8421BSC adds automatic pan recognition, rapid boil and a bridge zone for longer pans. The GG773B brings five burners and a wok burner at a much lower price than any Fisher & Paykel model. The CI905CTB2 at £745 is the Series 5 model with five burners.

Fisher & Paykel suits minimalist kitchens that want a premium look and a wide induction surface, along with a five-year parts and labour warranty. Hisense suits value-focused households upgrading from basic hobs, or those who want an 80cm induction surface without premium prices. Fisher & Paykel's larger hobs may need a 32-amp supply, so check your electrics before ordering. Hisense's HI6421BSC at £229 costs £492 less than the CI904CTB1, a gap that will decide many buyers.

Bottom line: choose Fisher & Paykel if you want premium Series 5 induction with a smooth, minimalist finish, such as the CI904CTB1 at £721, and choose Hisense if budget matters most and induction at £229 or a five-burner gas hob at £265 is enough.