Hobs: How to buy the best hob Hob installation and brands

Hob brands

Hobs are made by manufacturers including AEG, Baumatic, Beko, Belling, Bosch, Candy, CDA, De Dietrich, Electrolux, Fagor,  Fisher & Paykel, Gorenje, Hoover, Hotpoint, Indesit, John Lewis, Kenwood, Miele, Neff, New World, Rangemaster, Samsung, Siemens, Smeg, Stoves, Zanussi and Whirlpool.

You'll also be able to find own-brand hobs in most high street shops and online – own-brand hobs can be quite cheap.

We've tested more than 30 hobs so check out the Which? hobs review to find the Best Buys.

Always use a Gas Safe registered engineer

Hob installation

Once you've bought your hob you'll need to get it installed by a professional – the Gas Safe Register and Which? Local will help you find fitters in your area.

Gas and gas-on-glass hob installation

Gas cooking appliances will need to be professionally installed by a Gas Safe registered engineer. 

Visit the Gas Safe Register site to find one in your area.

Use Which? Local to find professional installers in your area

Electric and ceramic hob installation

To get an electric hob fitted, hire an electrician to do the work for you. This is usually something that the shop will be able to arrange for you, so make sure you ask what they provide in terms of installation when you make your purchase. 

If you need to hire a professional, use Which? Local to find an electrician recommended by Which? members in your area.