AEG vs Hotpoint TB 3977B BF 77cm 4 Zone Induction Hob - Black — Comparison

The AEG 5000 SO64IA0BIT at £469.99 and the Hotpoint TB 3977B BF at £394 are both four-zone induction hobs in black, but they differ in width. The AEG is a 60cm hob with a SaphirMatt finish, while the Hotpoint is a wider 77cm hob that costs £75.99 less.

Induction hobs heat pans directly via magnetic fields, offering fast boiling, precise control and high efficiency with a surface that stays relatively cool. The AEG SO64IA0BIT features SaphirMatt glass, a matt black finish designed to resist scratches and fingerprints, and AEG's well-regarded controls. The Hotpoint TB 3977B BF offers four zones spread across 77cm, giving more space between pans for large cookware, with touch controls.

Worktop space matters. If you have a standard 60cm cut-out and value a premium, durable finish, the AEG is the better fit. If you have a wider cut-out, the Hotpoint offers more cooking space for less money. Both require magnetic cookware and a suitable electrical connection.

Bottom line: choose the Hotpoint TB 3977B BF at £394 if you want a wider 77cm induction hob for less. Choose the AEG 5000 SO64IA0BIT at £469.99 if you need a 60cm hob with AEG's SaphirMatt finish.