Rating of the best gas hobs based on user feedback

When buying a new gas stove, consumers most often seek to acquire “all in one” - a complete unit with a hob, oven and compartment for dishes. But there are cases when setting such a large “bedside table” does not allow conditions, or there is simply no need for it. In this case, it makes sense to choose from compact independent gas hobs. Our experts have prepared for you a list of the most interesting to date solutions from those present in the market. For your convenience, we have divided the rating into categories by price segments and separately - by type of coverage.

Top gas hob rating

nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best Cheap Gas Cooktops	1	Fornelli PGA 45 Fiero WH	11840 rub.
	2	GEFEST CH 1211	7500 RUB.
	3	Indesit PAA 642 BK	7900 RUB.
	4	Hansa BHGI63100018	8500 RUB.
The best gas hobs in the middle price segment	1	Bosch PCP615M90E	18500 RUB.
	2	Fornelli PGA 60 Ardente BL	14200 RUB.
	3	Electrolux EGT 56142 NK	18400 RUB.
	4	MAUNFELD MGHG 64 17RIG	20100 RUB.
Top premium gas cooktops	1	Smeg SR775RA	39900 RUB.
	2	Asko HG1145AB	139900 RUB.
The best glass-ceramic hobs	1	Kaiser KCG 6972 N	35400 RUB.
	2	Siemens ER626PB70R	18500 RUB.
Best Stainless Steel Gas Cooktop	1	Hansa BHGI63112025	14200 RUB.

Gas cooktop which company to buy

Gas stoves and, in particular, independent cooktops are produced by very many companies, and it is sometimes difficult to figure out the variegated variety of trademarks from the first time. Especially since there are big questions for a number of brands about their true origin. Thanks to expert.bigbadmole.com/en/en/, we will clarify these questions for you today.

1. Let's start with the brands for which there are no questions and there can not be. These are trademarks that everyone knows: German BOSH and Siemens, Italian Indesit, Swedish Electrolux. These names are famous throughout the world for many decades, and some have a history of more than a century. Even the Belarusian trademark GEFEST (JV JSC Brestgazoapparat plant) is so well known to all of us and so predictable that the technology of this brand can surely be considered one of the best in its low-cost class.

2. Less obvious, but at the same time exactly the same brands that have been tested for decades, are the Swedish Asko (owned by the Gorenje Group holding), the Italian Smeg (luxury appliances).

And, finally, the most interesting is the trademarks that are disguised as one or another of the countries of production, in fact, having very remote relations to it, if not at all.

1. First of all - Fornelli. Manufacturer marketers are struggling to position their equipment as Italian, but without direct statements, otherwise the company would have been in court long ago. In fact, Fornelli gas cooktops are assembled in China, and only a few parts can be Italian. There is information that the Fornelli trademark belongs to the Russian company Cavendd - the owner of such well-known brands like Shindo, Flavia and Kronasteel. The fact that the official site is presented only in Russian also points to the Russian roots of Fornelli. Despite all this, the gas hobs of this brand are pleasantly surprised by its quality and functionality.

2. Hansa gas hobs are manufactured in Poland at the facilities of the Polish company Amica Wronki S.A.Here, as in the case of Fornelli, there is slyness with branding - the Hansa technique is “unobtrusively” positioned as German, in fact, not being such at all. Nevertheless, the technique is very good, and the price is mostly affordable. Incidentally, the Kaiser German cookers are also produced at the same Polish factories.

3. Finally, the "British" MAUNFELD equipment. From the UK in this brand only place of registration, and the technology itself is, according to the manufacturer, in Poland, France, Italy, Turkey and ... China. What kind of parts where are produced - completely unknown, and something suggests that the lion's share of components and the assembly itself are made in the Middle Kingdom. MAUNFELD's patent holder in the Russian Federation is a certain LLC “VADAN Ltd”. It is fair to say that MAUNFELD hobs are really good, and even good.

Best Cheap Gas Cooktops

Let's start our rating with gas hobs of the most affordable price segment. Our experts identified four interesting models: Fornelli PGA 45 Fiero WH, GEFEST CH 1211, Indesit PAA 642 BK and Hansa BHGI63100018. Despite all the "budget" of these models, each of them is equipped with such important functions for convenience and safety as electric ignition and gas control. Automatic ignition automatic, that is, built into the switches. The gas control automatically cuts off the gas supply if the burner flame goes out.

Fornelli PGA 45 Fiero WH

Rating: 4.8

As mentioned above, the Fornelli brand has very little to do with Italy, but there is still something Italian in the Fornelli PGA 45 Fiero WH hob. This burner. All other parts and the assembly itself are made in China. But, despite this “partisan” branding, this unit is completely worthy of attention.

The plate is very compact - only 45 x 51 cm. The surface is made of tempered glass, due to which the panel is very easy to clean. Contains three rings, including the express ring "triple crown". It comes bundled with a special adapter for WOK tableware. Rotary metal regulators are located in front strictly in the center. The gas cooktop is also equipped with cast iron grids and jets for liquefied gas.

It is highly advisable to entrust the installation and connection to a good specialist, as the Fornelli PGA 45 Fiero WH requires fine adjustment of the gas pressure. Otherwise, a large ring with gas on will emit a noticeable whistle - this is noted by many users.

Prices: 11840 - 15103 rub.

GEFEST CH 1211

Rating: 4.6

Gas hob GEFEST CH 1211 Belarusian production - a vivid example of the technology of this brand. The design is not the strongest side of this stove, but it is solid, reliable and has functions that are already considered standard (electric ignition, gas control). Unit dimensions - 9.5x59x51 cm, surface coating - white enamel. The control knobs are plastic and generally questionable in terms of durability. The control panel is located on the right side.

Hob GEFEST CH 1211 contains 4 burners. The presence of an express burner is stated, but in this case it is only a name, since the gas supply intensity in the context of the entire panel is standard, and if you often plan to make fast fryings, it is better to look at another model.

It is completed with cast-iron gratings and special metal bars for attachment to the tabletop. However, the slab does not adhere to the surface tightly, due to which dirt is packed under it. Consumers get out of position by treating the perimeter with a silicone sealant.

Prices: 6730 - 9190 rubles.

Indesit PAA 642 BK

Rating: 4.6

The Indesit PAA 642 BK cooktop is Italian-made, and in this case, unlike the Fornelli PGA 45 Fiero WH, there are no questions to either the brand or the country of manufacture. The plate, even being in the budget segment, looks quite stylish and attractive due to the design of the grids (there are two of them), the control knobs and the deep black color of the surface.

Dimensions - 3.3x58x51 cm, unpacked weight - 8.7 kg. Contains 4 burners, of which one is a full-fledged “express” - 100 mm in diameter and 3000 W power. Rotary control knobs are located on the side to the right. The wire connecting the electric ignition without plugs that many consumers qualify as a drawback, although this form factor is very common, especially in low-cost models.

Indesit PAA 642 BK is provided with a 12 month warranty from the manufacturer.

Prices: 7492 - 9990 rub.

Hansa BHGI63100018

Rating: 4.1

The Hansa BHGI63100018 hob produced in Poland has linear dimensions of 4x58x50 cm. Surface material - stainless steel. Contains 4 burners, of which one is “express”, with a diameter of 90 mm and a power of 2800 watts. Plastic control switches have a lateral arrangement, on the right. It is completed with two steel grids.

Unfortunately, on the background of affordable prices, Hansa BHGI63100018 is experiencing quite a lot of complaints from users. There are frequent cases when the paint on the switches peels off after the very first washing of the plate with detergent. The switches themselves do not regulate the gas smoothly, but only “discretely” - weak, medium and strong fire, despite the fact that they turn just the same smoothly. Electric ignition often works uncertainly, and the switch has to be held for a long time, otherwise the fire goes out. This is not the rule, but this is not uncommon. Sometimes it is doubtful that the gas control is working.

According to reviews of the majority of real buyers, this model can be recommended for giving or as a temporary option due to the price.

Prices: 6930 - 9870 rubles.

Rating of the best gas hobs in the middle price segment

We now turn to the review of gas hobs of the average price range. expert.bigbadmole.com/en/ experts suggest paying attention to such models as Bosch PCP615M90E, Fornelli PGA 60 Ardente BL, Electrolux EGT 56142 NK and MAUNFELD MGHG 64 17RIG. All of them, like the previous group of inexpensive cooktops, are equipped with electric ignition and gas control, so we omit the description of these functions in each model separately.

Bosch PCP615M90E

Rating: 4.9

Bosch German gas hobs PCP615M90E are produced in Spain. This technique is distinguished by exquisite design, reliability and durability. But some cons are still there, and about them below.

The dimensions of the hob - 5.2x58.2x52 cm. Surface material - stainless steel. The control panel is located in the front center. The switches are plastic coated "under the metal", and this is the first drawback, since many buyers note a rather fast peeling of the coating. For not the cheapest plate brand Bosch is quite strange.

The model contains 4 rings: “express”, powerful, medium power and auxiliary. It is completed with two cast iron grids and nozzles for liquefied gas. Despite the factory installation of natural gas (20 mbar), some burners may produce a whistling sound unpleasant for the ear.

The great advantage of this model is the presence on the control panel of the main switch, which serves as protection against children.

Prices: 18,500 rubles.

Fornelli PGA 60 Ardente BL

Rating: 4.9

Above, we have already described problems with branding of “Italian” Fornelli equipment, but still the quality of these products is quite decent, and our cooker’s own cooking panel, Fornelli PGA 60 Ardente BL, is now in the middle price segment.

The dimensions of the unit are 58x51 cm, and weight - 12.2 kg. Like the budget Fornelli PGA 45 Fiero WH, this model is equipped with Italian hot plates of the well-known company Sabaf. All other materials and assembly - Chinese. There are four burners in total, one of which is a productive “three flames” burner with a power of 3800 W. To it comes bundled adapter for WOK-dishes. The panel is also equipped with two cast-iron grilles and nozzles for liquefied gas.

The surface is made of tempered glass, and according to numerous reviews, it is very easy to clean. Available Fornelli PGA 60 Ardente BL in two colors - black and white. A pattern in the form of crosses is applied to the surface, and in general the plate has a presentable appearance.

Real buyers mark the location of the big ring on the first line as an advantage of this model. Of the minuses - a gap of 3 mm between the panel and the table top. Included is a special foam rubber tape to fill this gap, but according to the same reviews, it fits loosely.

Electrolux EGT 56142 NK

Rating: 4.8

The hob produced by Sweden Electrolux EGT 56142 NK has linear dimensions of 4x58x51 cm and is distinguished by its elegant, presentable design. Surface material - washable tempered glass. However, according to user reviews, the surface is quite brand, and it is often necessary to wash it from the slightest spray.

The panel contains 4 burners, of which one is “express” with a capacity of 2700 W. It is completed with four cast-iron gratings of compact size and non-standard form, which came to the liking of the majority of users. Also included is a kit for gas conversion (for liquefied gas). The control panel is located on the side to the right. Regulators are made of stainless steel, which is also marked by users as an advantage.

Assembling hobs Electrolux EGT 56142 NK is carried out in Italy. Official warranty from the manufacturer - 12 months.

MAUNFELD MGHG 64 17RIG

Rating: 4.7

Another example of manipulating the origin of the brand, as mentioned above, only in the case of the MAUNFELD MGHG 64 17RIG hob is extremely difficult to find pronounced quality drawdowns or engineering flaws, so the trademark holder can be forgiven.

This model belongs to the class "gas on glass", and the surface of tempered glass has a matte texture. This is a huge advantage in terms of appearance preservation - many types of dirt on this surface are simply not visible. The panel contains 4 burners, and one of them is “three flames” with a WOK adapter included. In this regard, MAUNFELD MGHG 64 17RIG echoes the Fornelli plates described above. Italian burners themselves are made by SABAF.The power of the triple WOK-ring is 2500 watts.

The control panel of the hob is frontal, a group of knobs is located on the right side of the panel. Control knobs - all-metal, full-bodied, golden brown. The panel is completed with two cast-iron grilles and four nozzles for liquefied gas. The dimensions of the unit are 60x51 cm.

Prices: 18682 - 20100 rub.

Top premium gas hobs rating

Finally, we turn to the deluxe gas hob rating - the most expensive price segment. Our experts, analyzing the current market conditions, identified two of the most notable models: Smeg SR775RA and Asko HG1145AB. Let us analyze their capabilities and determine whether they are worth their money.

Smeg SR775RA

Rating: 5.0

The Smeg SR775RA hob is designed and manufactured in Italy. Only the design and materials of the “facade” directly indicate that this model belongs to the class of luxury home appliances. Copper, polished copper and nickel prevail here - direct references to steampunk. Unfortunately, the only disadvantage of this model is hidden in the nickel-plated rings of the burners. According to user reviews, the burned fat on the nickel-plated surface is extremely difficult to remove without the use of abrasives, which inevitably damage this coating.

Panel dimensions are 3.2x68.5x50 cm. It contains as many as five burners, the largest of which - the “double flame” - is located in the center. The power of the central burner is impressive - as much as 5 kW. Moreover, this is the total power of two rings, which have independent control. The stove is completed with three sections of cast-iron gratings, a cast-iron adapter for WOK dishes, cast-iron grill and jets for liquefied gas G30.

The control panel is frontal, located in the center. Switches are rotary, made of polished copper. Users often complain about the lack of child protection features in the Smeg SR775RA, which for luxury cookers should be a standard rather than an option.

Prices: 38072 - 44790 rub.

Asko HG1145AB

Rating: 4.9

Swedish gas hob Asko HG1145AB - this is perhaps the most non-standard model from those present in our review. And it is non-standard for almost everyone:

1. proportions - dimensions are 4.6 × 111.4 × 41.2 cm;

2. weighing 22.8 kg;

3. presence at once of two most powerful rings with a triple flame;

4. the presence of an electronic timer for each burner;

5. compact cast iron grates.

But the most non-standard in this model is its cost, which is absolutely beyond the limit, as for a device of this type.

In general, about Asko HG1145AB you can only say good. Two burners Fusion Volcano Wok, with a capacity of 6 kW each, are located on the sides and have three contours of the flame on three tiers under an inclination. The internal A + burners are also quite powerful - 2 kW each. Cast iron grates are very compact, they can be washed just in the dishwasher. The surface of glass-ceramics, which is undoubtedly a plus, but a little upsets its markiness.

The plate is completed with a set for re-equipment under the liquefied gas. From the factory, the plates come out, tuned to natural gas G20 - 20 mbar.

Prices: 139900 rub.

The best glass-ceramic hobs

Separately pay attention to gas hobs with glass-ceramic as the main coating. Glass ceramics have a lot of advantages, but special tools are needed to care for such a surface. Fortunately, you can freely buy them at almost any hardware store. There are several interesting models on the market, and some of them are described above. If we talk about the best, then experts of expert.bigbadmole.com/en/en/ distinguish two models: Kaiser KCG 6972 N and Siemens ER626PB70R. Consider them in more detail.

Kaiser KCG 6972 N

Rating: 4.7

The Kaiser KCG 6972 N cooktop is a pseudo-German unit that is manufactured in Poland and has nothing to do with Germany, except where the brand is registered. However, the quality of the plate is quite decent, so it was decided to include it in this review.

Panel dimensions are 4x58x51 cm. It contains 4 burners, of which one is a full-fledged “express” with a capacity of 3500 watts. With her, according to users, there are some problems. It is located on the second line, rather close to the very edge, and if the hob is installed close to the wall, the heat from the flame will inevitably have a strong effect on the wall. Therefore, the cladding material behind the slab must be strictly non-flammable and resistant to extreme temperatures.

The panel is completed with two cast-iron grates. Rotary metal switches have a frontal location, and quite original - two switches from the left and right edges, and the center is free. Many users mark this location as very convenient.

Prices: 35490 rub.

Siemens ER626PB70R

Rating: 4.6

Siemens Siemens gas hobs ER626PB70R are manufactured at the Siemens plant in Spain. The stove of this model has a stylish design, slightly non-standard due to the sloping front. The meaning of this decision is not quite obvious, but many buyers point this out as an advantage.

Panel dimensions are 59.4x51.6 cm. It contains 4 burners. The express burner with one circle of flame impresses with its power - as much as 4 kW. At least one more circuit and a WOK adapter are “asking” for such a burner, but, unfortunately, in Siemens ER626PB70R there is nothing of the kind, and users qualify this as a drawback.

The stove is completed with composite cast-iron gratings, which are disassembled into elements that fit into the dishwasher. Also included are burners for converting panels to bottled gas. A group of metal rotary switches located in the front center.

Best Stainless Steel Gas Cooktop

And at the end of our review, we will consider a hob with a stainless steel surface, which experts of expert.bigbadmole.com/en/en/ considered best in its class in terms of price / quality / functionality.

Hansa BHGI63112025

Rating: 4.8

The model of the Hansa BHGI63112025 hob is produced in Poland, as described above by Hansa BHGI63100018. The shiny metallic surface and the overall futuristic design will fit well into the high-tech interior.

The dimensions of the plate are 4x58x50 cm, and the weight is 9.54 kg. The panel contains 4 burners, of which one is a full three-flame WOK burner with a power of 3.5 kW. The stove is completed with two cast-iron gratings and a set for conversion to liquefied gas. The location of the switches side, right. This many qualify precisely in this model as an advantage, since the control panel does not interfere with putting and removing large dishes.

Some users have noted problems with flame retention during ignition, but such reviews are vanishingly rare, which can be attributed to isolated cases of factory defects.After replacing the thermocouple and valve, the problem disappeared completely.

Prices: 12320 - 14110 rubles.

What gas hob to choose

Now we can summarize and determine on which of the gas hobs of the above chose.

1. Of the budget models in terms of functionality out of competition - Fornelli PGA 45 Fiero WH. If the minimum price is crucial for you, and you can donate functionality, then the choice is obvious - this is GEFEST CH 1211. Indesit PAA 642 BK is ideal for you if you don’t want to spend a large amount, but really want the famous brand to be in the kitchen. Hansa BHGI63100018, like the GEFEST CH 1211, is very tempting in terms of price, but along with other models it looks rather weak.

2. In the middle price segment, the Fornelli PGA 60 Ardente BL and MAUNFELD MGHG 64 17RIG gas cooking panels have the highest functionality. Only they have triple flame burners and WOK adapters. If it is extremely important for you to protect equipment from ubiquitous children, choose Bosch PCP615M90E - protection from children is available in this segment only in this model. Electrolux EGT 56142 NK - just a good, high-quality stove. It makes sense to choose it if you are extremely “lazy” to wash the grates by hand, and you need them to fit in the dishwasher.

3. From the elite technology you can safely choose Smeg SR775RA, if you are a creative, original personality. This is a real steampunk - the design is simply inimitable and incredibly effective. The functionality, of course, is also up to par. Asko HG1145AB is a beautiful, high-quality and functional model that is ideal for rich originals. It is almost flawless, but very expensive.

4. As for plates with glass-ceramic coating, if at least in theory you will need to use bottled gas (for example, in the country), definitely choose Siemens ER626PB70R, since Kaiser KCG 6972 N is only suitable for natural gas. In addition, Siemens' integral gratings can be washed in a dishwasher.

5. Finally, if you prefer a strictly stainless steel surface, the best solution for you is Hansa BHGI63112025. It is relatively inexpensive, and in its price category the best.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.