What's cooking? Our hottest picks of hobs and stovetops 

We have this season's selection of hobs nailed. Turn up the heat on your menu, hosting kudos and decor with this must-read guide

A hob from the Miele KMDA range, top left, Ikea Lagan, right, and a Domino hob, below left.

When refreshing your kitchen, building anew or completely ripping out and replacing your hob is a vital component for a successful kitchen. From venting hobs to flexible zones, learn what to look for, the latest intelligent design and how to make this appliance buy, your hottest yet.

Let’s look at types before examining what you might get for a middling or top spend this AW. When you approach buying an independent, standalone hob or a cooker with a top face of cooking rings, you’ll be faced with four types.