The cost of a ceramic hob


Meanwhile, ceramic fields in almost all kitchens are a matter of course. This was accompanied by a decline in the cost of the once exorbitantly expensive ceramic fields. However, there are still significant differences in the price of a glass ceramic hob today. These costs for a ceramic hob depend, in addition to a few special factors, above all on the heating technology used.

Difference between ceramic hob and ceramic hob also in the price

Before we can better describe the costs of a ceramic hob, we first have to clarify the meaning of the word "ceramic hob", which it has in particular for the consumer. Basically, the Ceranfeld defines the branded glass ceramic hob of Schott AG, which had significantly developed this new hob technology in the 1970s. For the consumer, however, the term "Ceranfeld" has explicitly been established according to the heating technology used:

  • Ceramic hob with halogen lamps (also infrared)
  • Ceran field with heating resistor

In both ceramic fields, the technology can be seen because the activated hob immediately red lights and quickly gets hot. Devices with halogen spotlights usually have expandable cooking zones (for example for pots or roasters of different sizes).

Other technologies with ceramic hob

But cooktops with other heating technologies will also be equipped with a Ceran field from Schott AG:

  • Ceran field with induction hobs
  • Ceramic hob with gas burners (gas on glass, gas under glass, liquid and natural gas)

Price factors for glass ceramic hobs

Now, the price of a glass ceramic field depends on a few fundamental factors:

  • used or new hob
  • with the new hob, reject or regular goods
  • current new development (new design) or old inventory
  • Size of the hob
  • Number of hobs
  • used technology (induction, halogen, infrared, heating resistor, gas)
  • Remember or noname product

The cost of glass ceramic hobs according to the technology

Even with devices of the same model group of different manufacturers, it comes first to virgin material on the dimensions of the ceramic hob. Then, however, the technology used explicitly determines the most significant difference in the cost of a ceramic hob. Roughly, the following statement can be made, starting from the price of a glass-ceramic cooktop with heating resistors:

  • Ceranfeld with heating resistors the cheapest
  • Glass ceramic panels with halogen spotlights or infrared around 10 to 15 percent more expensive
  • Ceramic hobs with induction hobs, about 30 to 50 percent more expensive
  • Glass ceramic hob with gas on glass, prices similar to induction and up to 20 percent above
  • Glass ceramic hobs with gas under glass, around 50 to 70 percent more than an induction hob.

It is currently noticeable that, in particular, prices for induction hobs are slowly falling, while those with "gas under glass" remain at a very high level.

Tips & Tricks

So if you want to change your ceramic hob, you should think twice about which technology is most beneficial for you. However, it can be stated that the trend is clearly for retrofitting an induction hob. Ceran fields with gas, on the other hand, are in demand above all in the gastronomy sector due to their high efficiency and efficiency.
The cost of a ceramic hob

FAQ - 💬

❓ What are the disadvantages of a ceramic hob?

👉 # Cons of Ceramic Hobs

  • They are easily scratched by sliding pans.
  • Can be broken by falling objects.
  • They are costly when repairing.
  • Spilt syrup corrodes them.
  • They are only efficient when the correct size pan is used.

❓ What is the difference between an electric hob and a ceramic hob?

👉 Ceramic hobs are quicker to heat up than an electric hot plate, but are often quite a bit slower than a gas or induction hob. If you are energy conscious, ceramic hobs are normally not the best choice as the entire cooking zone is heated.

❓ Which is better induction or ceramic hob?

👉 An induction cooktop is faster, safer, and more energy-efficient than a ceramic model. The advantage of a ceramic cooktop is that you don't need special pans for cooking.

❓ What's the difference between a ceramic hob and a glass hob?

👉 The main difference between glass ceramic and induction hob is that induction hobs are more energy efficient and cook faster than glass ceramic hobs. Glass ceramic hobs and induction hobs have several advantages over traditional gas cookers. They use electricity for cooking food and do not possess a naked flame.

❓ How long does ceramic hob last?

👉 Miele induction hobs are tested for 20 years of use. Other brands test their induction hobs to 10 years. So, a good induction hob is likely to last between 10 to 15 years, depending on the manufacturer.

❓ Are ceramic hobs expensive to run?

👉 Keep in mind however, that although ceramic hobs are cheaper, they are less energy efficient and more expensive in the long run. Because heat needs to first pass through the heating elements and then heat the full surface of the ring, it takes a while to heat up and then cool down. This means residual heat is wasted.

❓ Are ceramic hobs worth it?

👉 Ceramic hob: advantages Ceramic hobs are generally cheap to buy while looking good. You can use any type of cookware on them – they're just electric heat, after all. Like their induction equivalent, ceramic hobs are a cinch to clean, though you will have to wait for the surface to cool first.

❓ Do ceramic hobs use more electricity?

👉 Keep in mind however, that although ceramic hobs are cheaper, they are less energy efficient and more expensive in the long run. Because heat needs to first pass through the heating elements and then heat the full surface of the ring, it takes a while to heat up and then cool down. This means residual heat is wasted.

❓ Do I need special pans for a ceramic hob?

👉 Pans for ceramic hobs Stone, glass and ceramic pans are not suitable to use on a ceramic hob because they do not conduct heat well. Aluminium, stainless steel and copper pans will work, but they do tend to leave marks on the glass, however because of the easy to wipe surface it should be quick to get rid of.

❓ What is the best type of hob to buy?

👉 Induction hobs tend to be the most energy efficient as all their power goes straight into heating the pan, no energy is wasted heating the surface. Gas hobs are also considered energy efficient as they tend to provide the lowest annual running cost, since gas is cheaper than electricity.

❓ Do ceramic hobs break easily?

👉 It is extremely unusual for a ceramic hob to crack on its own; most of the time, glass cooktops break because of improper use. Ceramic hobs are made using 'glass-ceramic'. Ceramic is a strong material, but it is quite brittle, and it cannot be heat treated for additional strength.

❓ Which is the cheapest ceramic hob to buy?

👉 The LCHOBTC16 ceramic hob is a popular product from Currys’ own brand Logik. It’s one of the cheapest ceramic hobs on the market, and could be a good choice if you’re on a budget. It has four cooking zones with nine power settings, operated by touch controls.

❓ Are ceramic hobs induction hobs?

👉 However, not all ceramic hobs are induction hobs. Induction hobs create a magnetic field between the hob and the pan. They are more efficient because they only heat the pan, not the hob itself. However, they only work with certain types of pan.

❓ What type of glass is used for hobs?

👉 Ceramic hobs use a special type of ceramic glass, hence the name of ceramic hobs, that is very expensive to produce and almost all seem to be supplied by either Schott or Ceran Ceramics, people often ask us for spare parts for these brands but all they make is the glass itself, not the hob.

❓ How much does an induction hob cost?

👉 At the moment, an average ceramic hob costs between £200 and £300. An induction hob with similar facilities can cost twice as much. Why pay so much more for an induction hob when it won’t add to the aesthetic appearance of your kitchen? Many people might hesitate to invest more than they need to in a hob.


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