Fisher & Paykel vs Whirlpool Hobs

Fisher & Paykel and Whirlpool both aim at premium kitchens, but their ranges differ. 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. Whirlpool's GOWL 758/NB W Collection 75cm 5 Burners Hob is £519, the WFS1577CPNE 77cm 4 Zone Induction Hob is £599, the W Collection SMP778CNEIXL 770mm Induction Hob is £799 and the WVH 92 K F KIT/1 4 Zone Induction Glass Hob with Venting Cooktop is £1,929.

Fisher & Paykel's induction hobs are built around Touch & Slide controls, power boost and gentle heat settings, and a smooth surface that is easy to clean. Its zones can be bridged for large cookware, and its gas hobs use ergonomic dials with flame failure protection. Whirlpool offers five gas burners with a PowerFlame burner, a 77cm induction hob with FlexiSide and Chef Control, a 770mm induction hob with 6th Sense technology, and a venting cooktop with extraction built into the glass. Whirlpool's range is wider, but its premium models cost more.

Fisher & Paykel suits minimalist kitchens that want induction with a clean line and no hood above the hob. Whirlpool suits families who want width, a central five-burner gas option or an all-in-one venting island design. Venting hobs need ducting or recirculation filters, and Whirlpool's wider cut-outs must match the worktop. Fisher & Paykel's larger hobs may need a 32-amp supply, so both brands need checks before installation.

Bottom line: choose Fisher & Paykel if you want Series 5 induction with a sleek finish, such as the CI904CTB1 at £721, and choose Whirlpool if five-burner gas or a venting induction hob suits your kitchen, such as the GOWL 758/NB at £519 or the WVH 92 venting hob at £1,929.