Fisher & Paykel vs Indesit Hobs

Fisher & Paykel and Indesit represent premium and budget-to-mid-market approaches to hobs. Fisher & Paykel's CI904CTB1 90cm Series 5 4 Zone Induction Hob is £721, and its CI905CTB2 Series 5 90cm Smart 5 Burner Induction Hob is £745. Indesit's IB 21B77 NE Built-In Induction Hob is £329, the RI860C 580mm Built-In 4 Zone Ceramic Hob is £149, the ING 72T/BK 5 Zones Gas Hob with Wok Burner is £299 and the THP751PIXI 750mm Built-In 5 Burner Gas Hob is £239.

Fisher & Paykel concentrates on black-glass induction with Touch & Slide controls, a child and pet safe setting and a power boost with gentle heat. Its gas hobs use ergonomic dials and flame failure protection, and its zones can be bridged for larger cookware. Indesit covers three cooking methods. The IB 21B77 NE adds Push & Go and dual zones, the RI860C offers an easy-clean ceramic surface, and the ING 72T/BK brings a wok burner for high-heat cooking. Indesit's controls are basic and it has fewer smart features, so Fisher & Paykel leads on refinement.

Fisher & Paykel suits minimalist kitchens that want a wide, premium induction surface without moving to a venting hob. Some of its models need a 32-amp supply, so an electrician should check the circuit before ordering. Indesit suits buyers comparing fuel types, from a cheap ceramic replacement to a 75cm gas hob with a wok burner. Its gas hobs need Gas Safe installation, and induction needs magnetic pans, so check your cookware before buying either brand.

Bottom line: choose Fisher & Paykel if you want refined Series 5 induction at a sensible fitted cost, such as the CI904CTB1 at £721, and choose Indesit if you want induction, ceramic or gas in one budget range, including the ING 72T/BK at £299.