When it comes to cooking, having a reliable stove is a must. Buying a new stove can be overwhelming when you haven't been in the market for some time, things have probably changed, and you have new things to consider when making your selection.
We have created a helpful buying guide to help you choose a good hob, be it an induction or a gas stove, for the way you and your family cook. Take a look at our tips below on how to choose an induction/gas stove your kitchen.
1. Stove & hob sizing: Things to consider
When researching for a new stove, it’s important to consider all elements of its size. You need to consider not only the width of the hob but also the number of different cooking zones it offers and whether they have flexibility.
The standard stove size is 60cm, enough for most households, however some brands offer stoves as small as 30cm, slightly bigger at 70cm and the largest being 90cm. You may look at pairing a 30cm gas or induction stove with a 60cm stove of a different type, giving you ultimate flexibility in the kitchen.
When looking at cooking zones, it is common to have 4. However, you may also find other combinations below:
- 3 zones - 2 small and 1 large
- 4 zones of varying sizes with 1 having adjustable sizing between small and large
- 4 cooking zones - varying sizes with 2 able to become 1 large zone
2. Types of stoves
Induction stoves
Whilst not currently the most chosen stove type, Induction cooking popularity continues to rise with it being integrated into most modern kitchen designs. With its precision in temperature control and overall efficient performance induction cooking in a lot of ways comes out on top.
Find more helpful information in our article about Things you need to know about induction hobs.
Ideal for:
- Small family - large family
- Apartment living
- Rental properties
Below are some highlighted features that Electrolux induction cooktops offer:
Clean and sleek with precise control
With a flat, easy to clean surface, an induction stove offers not only a design that fits seamlessly into any kitchen aesthetic but complete temperature control with a slide of a finger.
Safety first
Kitchen safety comes before everything else. Induction stoves come with residual heat indicators allowing you to know when the stove is completely cooled and a child safety feature which locks the controls so small wandering hands cannot create mischief in the kitchen.
Auto alerts
The residual heat indicator lights up when the stove is hot during and after cooking to prevent accidents. This indicator will automatically switch off when the stove is safe to touch.
Auto shut-off
Electrolux induction stoves will automatically shut off if they detect issues. If the stove is turned on but no power setting has been selected, or a pan has boiled dry, you can rest assured that your stove will automatically shut off to avoid accidents.
Also, with the timer, you can rest assure when you forget to turn the stove off. When the time is out and you're done cooking, your stove will automatically shut off for extra safety.
Intuitive touch controls
Sensitive touch controls offer flexible temperature change that can take your dishes from tasty to truly delicious.
- FlameShield improves efficiency and results.
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- High power burner is ideal for stir-frying.
- Flame failure cuts off gas supply for your safety.
- Power management prevents electrical outages.
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- Residual heat indicator helps to avoid accidents.
- Child locks prevents the hob from turning on.
- PowerBoost provides quick, intense heat.
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- Induction is safe, fast, and energy efficient.
- Hob2Hood adjusts the hood to your cooking.
- Select the bridge function to combine two zones.
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- Power management prevents electrical outages.
- PowerBoost provides quick, intense heat.
Ceramic stoves
Whilst there is common misconception that induction or ceramic stoves are the same, you will find that ceramic stoves generally take longer to reach the desired temperature and the heat reaction time isn’t as instant.
Ideal for:
- Medium family
- Rental property
Below are some highlighted features that Electrolux ceramic stoves offer:
Easy to clean
With a durable glass surface, a ceramic stove is easy to clean. With a quick wipe you are able to maintain your kitchen looking its best.
Touch control
The glass surface of a ceramic stove allows you to adjust your stove temperature with ease of a fingertip.
Pause when you need to
Coming with a pause function, ceramic stoves allow you to pause what you are cooking and return to the heat you were at with a touch of a button
Indicates when hot
The residual heat indicator lights up when the stove is hot during and after cooking to avoid accidents. Also, the indicator automatically switches off when the stove is safe to touch.
Locked and secure
Lock the control panel to prevent accidental changes to heat settings while cooking. This feature also comes in handy when you're cleaning the stove, both during and after cooking.
- Power management prevents electrical outages.
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- Touch controls deliver more professional results.
- Residual heat indicator helps to avoid accidents.
- Power management prevents electrical outages.
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- Residual heat indicator helps to avoid accidents.
- Child locks prevents the hob from turning on.
Gas stoves
Providing rapid and powerful heat, gas stoves are popular amongst cooking enthusiasts and more traditional homes. Coming with an electric ignition, you can start cooking within moments. A great advantage of cooking with gas is a clear visualization of the heat via the bare flame.
Ideal for:
- Family
- Entertainer
- Serious Home Cook
Below are some highlighted features that Electrolux gas stoves offer:
Sturdy and stable
Sturdy cast iron supports make sure that your pots and pans stay firm while cooking.
Blue Power Flame
Electrolux Gas Hob with Blue Power Flame offers enhanced efficiency for faster heat up at 5.0kW ensuring delicious results every time you cook.
Reduce heat loss
The FlameShield trivet reduces heat-loss to deliver more intense heat to the cooking process, saving you energy costs.
By directing heat more efficiently, Electrolux gas stoves with the FlameShield trivet cook faster and consume less energy than previous models. You can now enjoy your culinary experience without worrying about utility bills.
High power burner
Electrolux gas hobs are equipped with high-power burners that provide you with intense heat and a steady flame. This is perfect for stir-frying dishes when a very high temperature is required.
Easy installation
The extended glass overhang and flexible bracket makes installation into existing kitchen layout easy without additional modifications.
- StepFlame settings deliver precise heat control.
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- FlameShield improves efficiency and results.
- Intense 5.2kW burner to lock in flavours.
- StepFlame settings deliver precise heat control.
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- FlameShield improves efficiency and results.
- High power burner is ideal for stir-frying.
- FlameShield improves efficiency and results.
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- High power burner is ideal for stir-frying.
- Flame failure cuts off gas supply for your safety.
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Electric stoves
An electric cooktop is the most sensible choice of cooktop if you have a small budget. Though they come with basic features and may take longer than others to reach your chosen heat, they come with durable and corrosion-resistant surfaces.
Ideal for:
- Rental property
- First home
- Durable and reliable
Below are some highlighted features that Electrolux electric stoves offer:
Big or small, you're covered
With the options of small or large hotplates, you are able to have flexibility with your chosen pot or pan size.
Easy temperature control
With control knobs you can adjust your cooking temperature smoothly.
3. Stove design & other considerations
Installation costs
Something to consider with any appliance purchase is installation costs or kitchen adjustments that need to be done to fit the appliance.
When looking at a gas stove, you will need to ensure you have a gas connection and whether your connection is natural or LPG ensuring the stove you choose is compatible. If you are leaning toward induction cooking in your kitchen you will need to assess whether you have enough amps to power an induction stove.
New cookware investment
Most modern cookware is induction friendly, however, there are still a lot out there that are not. This may mean that you need to purchase new pots and pans.
Before you do the mental calculations of the extra costs grab a magnet and see if the base of your pots and pans attracts the magnet, if they do you should be cooking with induction in no time.
4. Warranty & Service
Warranty
Subject to terms and conditions our stoves come with 12 months warranty in Thailand, following the date of purchase. Click here to view Terms and Conditions.
Support & Service
We have a Customer Care team available to assist you over the phone seven days a week, and a national network of experienced technicians and selected service agents. Offering a fixed price guarantee with no additional hidden labor costs, giving you peace of mind that your appliance is in good hands. Click here to contact customer care. Click here to book a service online.
Stove & Hob FAQs
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What is an induction stove?
An induction stove is an electromagnetic flat surface stove that ensures fast heating using direct induction heating of cooking vessels. It is a seamless, cost-effective, and time-efficient stove.
With induction stoves, the heat is instant as your pan is heated by a magnetic field instead of a flame or electric element. This makes the pot or pan the heat source not the stove surface, allowing it to heat up faster and create a safer cooking environment for you and your family. -
How does induction cooking work?
When a suitable cooking pot or pan is placed on top of the induction stove an electric current is passed through a coil of copper wire that is located underneath the ceramic plate.
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Do I need new pots and pans?
To ensure your pan is compatible with an Induction stove it needs to have magnetic capability. This can be simply tested by placing a magnet on the bottom of your pan to see if it attracts, if so then your pan should work on the stove.
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Is induction cooking better than gas?
Cooking with induction gives you precise temperature control. It is more precise than gas or electric counterparts. Not to mention the flexibility to accommodate different types and amounts of cookware (pots and pans with magnetic capability).
Induction cooking is also highly efficient because very little heat energy escapes-unlike with an open gas flame, the heat goes around the cookware and just a minimal residual heat is left when you remove the cookware.
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How do you clean an induction stove?
These are simple tips to clean and maintain an induction stove:
- Make sure you switch off the stove before cleaning.
- Let the stove cool down before cleaning.
- Dab a small amount of glass ceramic stove cleaner onto the stove.
- Make use of a damp sponge to wipe away spills on the stove.
- Wipe off the stove with a clean, dry cloth.
- Make sure you switch off the stove before cleaning.