An induction hob with an integrated extractor can do away with an overhead hood, provided your cabinetry can accommodate the appliance and its extraction system. A dedicated external duct may make extraction possible; without a suitable outlet, recirculation requires a compatible model, kit and filtration system. If there isn’t enough room beneath the worktop, compare this option with a standard hob and separate extractor hood.
You’d like to remove the overhead hood, but there’s no suitable duct leading outside. You’ll need to check that the model supports recirculation, and make sure there’s room in the cabinet and plinth for its filter kit.
You want to clear the space above the hob and could install a dedicated duct. The route it takes, the space available in the cabinet and any permissions you may need will determine whether an extraction model is right for you.
If you want to keep the drawers beneath the hob, check the installation height, cabinet width and airflow route before choosing an integrated solution.
Start by checking the space beneath the worktop and the possible route for the air. These two factors determine which installation options are worth considering.
Consider this if: a dedicated duct to the outside can be installed and is permitted in your property.
Things to bear in mind: the appliance takes up space beneath the worktop, and the duct must be installed according to the model’s instructions.
Consider this if: there’s no suitable external outlet, provided the model supports the required kit and filtered-air outlet.
Things to bear in mind: the air is returned to the room, and the filters need to be maintained as specified for your chosen set-up.
Consider this if: you’d like to preserve more space beneath the hob or replace the cooking and extraction appliances separately.
Things to bear in mind: you’ll need to find a place for the hood elsewhere in your kitchen, and check its extraction options separately.
| Factor | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Space and electrical supply | Compare the installation template with the cabinet dimensions, drawers and airflow route; have the specified electrical connection checked. | I want to keep my storage space and avoid finding out too late that the hob or its connection won’t work in my kitchen. Around 36% of consumers prioritise this integration. |
| Recirculation without an external outlet | Confirm that the model supports recirculation, then check which kit, filter and air outlet its instructions require. | Without a suitable duct, I’m looking first and foremost for an installation that will work in my cabinet. This is a priority for around 29% of consumers. |
| Extraction and noise | Compare the specifications or test results for the mode you’ll actually use, taking the noise at your usual settings into account. | If I often cook with steam or strong-smelling ingredients, I want to understand how the system handles them rather than choosing on the basis of a single airflow figure. Around 21% of consumers prioritise extraction and noise. |
| Filters and accessories | Find out which accessories you’ll need and how often the filter compatible with your chosen model needs to be maintained. | I’d rather know what maintenance will be involved after installation before choosing a filtration system. For around 14% of consumers, maintenance and accessories come first. |
Que Choisir says extractor hobs are generally wider and deeper beneath the worktop than standard induction hobs. This may mean modifying the cabinet and its drawers.
Ask for the installation template and instructions for the exact model before approving the cut-out and cabinet.
BORA offers extraction systems integrated into the hob, including the S Pure, which the brand says is designed for 60 cm cabinets.
The NikolaTesla range includes the Fit model, which Elica says is designed for 60 cm cabinets.
In France, Siemens offers extractor hobs as well as separate hobs and extractor hoods.
These two induction hobs combine cooking with integrated extraction, making them options for a kitchen without an overhead hood. Before choosing one, check its instructions to make sure the extraction mode and installation requirements are right for your kitchen.
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An induction hob with an integrated hood to consider if you’d like to clear the space above your cooking area. The product name mentions four cooking zones and CBEHKIT installation accessories, which must be purchased with the hob. Ask your installer to check what the kit includes, the intended extraction mode, installation dimensions and connections.
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This 80 cm hob with integrated extractor is suited to a kitchen where the worktop and cabinet can accommodate this size. Before approving the installation, check the instructions for the cut-out dimensions, extraction mode and required accessories. You should also have the specified electrical connection checked.
Yes, if your chosen model supports recirculation and its filter kit and filtered-air outlet are compatible with your cabinet. The air is then returned to the kitchen, and you’ll need to maintain the filter as instructed.
Promotelec specifies a dedicated 32 A circuit for an electric hob or cooker in the kitchen installation it describes. Before work begins, have an electrician check your existing circuit and the connection required by the model’s instructions.
According to ANIL, work affecting communal areas or the exterior of the building requires approval from the owners’ general meeting. Check the duct route and the building’s rules to find out what steps apply to your project.
Compare results for the mode you plan to install. Que Choisir’s testing method, for example, distinguishes between airflow measured with a carbon filter in recirculation mode and without one in extraction mode. It also assesses how steam or odours are handled in each mode, so a single airflow figure won’t tell you everything.