Siemens iQ300 80cm 4 Zone Induction Hob with Integrated Ventilation System vs iQ700 60cm Smart 4 Burner Hob - Black — Comparison

ED811BS16E is the Siemens ED811BS16E iQ300 80cm 4 Zone Induction Hob with Integrated Ventilation System at £1899, positioned as a wide, installation-led solution for kitchens that need cooking and extraction in one appliance. EX651HEC1E is the Siemens EX651HEC1E iQ700 60cm Smart 4 Burner Hob in black at £799, sitting higher in the control and sensor-focused hob range but without built-in ventilation.

The ED811BS16E gives you an 80cm induction surface, four zones and an integrated ventilation system, making it the more comprehensive choice where a separate hood would be awkward. Its combiZone function connects two zones for larger pans, while powerBoost speeds up heating and touchControl keeps the layout straightforward. The EX651HEC1E is narrower at 60cm, has four induction zones and front touch controls, but adds a frying sensor for more controlled pan cooking.

Choose the ED811BS16E for island units, open-plan kitchens or minimalist layouts where removing steam and odours at hob level matters. It costs £1100 more, so its value depends heavily on whether the venting feature saves you buying or fitting a separate extractor. The EX651HEC1E suits users who already have good extraction and want a smart, premium-feeling Siemens induction hob in a standard 60cm cut-out.

Bottom line: choose ED811BS16E if you want an 80cm induction hob with integrated ventilation and combiZone flexibility / opt for EX651HEC1E if you want a cheaper 60cm iQ700 smart hob with frying sensor control.