Miele vs Siemens Hobs

Shoppers choosing between Miele and Siemens will find premium induction hobs with app control and extractor links on both sides, and their ranges overlap around £699 to £899. Miele's induction hobs are the KM7361FL at £619, the KM7363FL at £779 and the 80cm KM7373FL at £866. Siemens starts with the ED651HSB1E 60cm iQ500 at £699, then the EX651HEC1E iQ700 at £799, the 80cm ED851HWB1E at £899 and the ventilated ED811BS16E at £1899.

Miele's controls include TempControl and PowerFlex zones, Comfort Select on the KM7363FL, and the Con@ctivity link that adjusts a compatible hood. The KM7361FL adds WiFi pairing and Stop & Go. Siemens uses flexInduction zones, touchControl, and Home Connect on several models. The ED851HWB1E includes Intelligent Hood Automatic, which performs a similar job to Con@ctivity, while the EX651HEC1E adds a frying sensor. Both brands provide pan recognition and automatic shut-off, and both offer a two-year manufacturer warranty.

Miele suits cooks who already use a Miele extractor and want the hob and hood to work together, while Siemens suits households that want Home Connect and a choice of 60cm and 80cm sizes. The ventilated ED811BS16E suits kitchens without space for a separate hood. Both brands recommend induction cookware with a magnetic base, and higher-powered models may need a dedicated 32-amp circuit. Both brands suit kitchens where the hob is a major investment, so it pays to check the cutout size, the extractor and the electrical supply before choosing. Miele's Comfort Select controls and Siemens's touchControl panel both suit cooks who prefer a clean, flat surface to wipe down after cooking.

Bottom line: choose Miele if you want the Con@ctivity link at the lowest Miele price, the KM7361FL at £619. Choose Siemens if you want a frying sensor and Home Connect, with the EX651HEC1E at £799, or Intelligent Hood Automatic on the ED851HWB1E at £899.