3 OF A KIND... HIGH-PERFORMANCE HOBS

l Via an integrated central extractor, this induction hob clears the air as it cooks. The split areas each have two individual rings that can combine, so large pans heat evenly. All zones can be reduced to power level one at the touch of a button. KMDA7774FL 80cm induction hob with extractor, £3,299, Miele

l Each of the five burners on this stainless-steel gas hob with cast-iron pan supports has nine levels of flame control for precise heat when simmering or slow cooking. The dual wok burner is for powerful cooking. PCS7A5B90 75cm gas hob,

£530, Bosch

l Flame-like LED lighting changes colour to indicate the heat of each zone on this efficient induction hob. Controlled by a magnetic dial that detaches for easy cleaning, it has three zones, a quick-start function and pause button. Chef Collection 60cm induction hob, £799, Samsung