Fisher & Paykel vs Siemens Hobs

Fisher & Paykel and Siemens both make premium induction hobs, but Siemens covers a wider price span. Fisher & Paykel's induction line runs from the 60cm CI604CTB1 to the 90cm CI904CTB1 at £721 and the CI905CTB2 at £745. Siemens starts with the ED651HSB1E iQ500 60cm induction hob at £699, adds the EX651HEC1E iQ700 smart hob at £799 and the 80cm ED851HWB1E at £899, and reaches the ED811BS16E, an 80cm hob with integrated ventilation at £1899.

Siemens hobs use flexInduction zones, touchControl with a lightSlider, and 17 power settings, with pan recognition, child locks and automatic shut-off. Home Connect appears on the ED651HSB1E and ED851HWB1E, letting cooks check or adjust the hob from a phone. The EX651HEC1E adds a frying sensor. Fisher & Paykel's Smart Zone technology bridges cooking areas for large pans, while its TouchandSlide controls offer nine power levels. Fisher & Paykel provides a five-year warranty, which is longer than the two years offered by Siemens.

Fisher & Paykel suits buyers who want a long warranty and a 90cm induction surface for family cooking, with the CI904CTB1 offering power boost and gentle heat settings. Siemens suits households that want connected cooking and a choice of sizes from 60cm to 80cm, including an 80cm model with integrated ventilation for kitchens without a separate hood. Higher-powered induction hobs from either brand may need a dedicated 32-amp circuit, and induction cookware is required throughout. Siemens's app support and frying sensor are useful for cooks who check progress from another room.

Bottom line: choose Fisher & Paykel if you want a five-year warranty and a 90cm induction hob at £721. Choose Siemens if Home Connect and a frying sensor matter most, with the EX651HEC1E at £799, or the ED651HSB1E at £699 for a cheaper connected 60cm option.