Belling 60cm Induction Hob with Touch Controls - Black vs Blomberg — Comparison

The Belling IHT6013BLK at £259 and the Blomberg MKN54212 at £249.99 are both 60cm electric hobs with touch controls in black, but they use different heating technologies. The Belling is an induction hob, while the Blomberg is a ceramic hob.

The Belling IHT6013BLK has four induction zones and measures 55 x 590 x 520mm. Induction heats the pan directly via magnetic fields, so it boils water very quickly, responds instantly when you change the setting and uses energy efficiently. The glass surface stays relatively cool, so spills are less likely to burn on. The Blomberg MKN54212 is a ceramic hob, which heats radiant elements beneath the glass. Ceramic hobs work with any flat-bottomed pan, but they are slower to heat and cool, and the surface gets hot.

For only £9.01 more, the Belling's induction technology offers faster, more precise and more efficient cooking, making it the better choice for most buyers. The Blomberg suits buyers who do not want to replace non-magnetic pans, such as aluminium or copper cookware, since induction requires magnetic pans. Both need a suitable electrical connection.

Bottom line: choose the Belling IHT6013BLK at £259 if you want fast, efficient induction cooking for only a few pounds more. Choose the Blomberg MKN54212 at £249.99 if you prefer a ceramic hob that works with all flat-bottomed pans.