Choose induction if your cookware has a ferromagnetic base and the model’s cut-out, power supply and permitted dimensions suit your kitchen. A ceramic hob or mixed hob may be a better choice when keeping certain utensils is a priority. In that case, also compare the option of replacing just a few saucepans with the requirements of each technology.
Measure the cut-out in the worktop and check the power, voltage and ventilation requirements in the model’s instructions. A commercial width of 60 cm alone does not confirm that the hob will fit your cut-out. Electrolux France illustrates this with model-specific built-in dimensions.
Before switching to induction, check the ferromagnetic base, flatness and diameter of the frying pans and saucepans you use most often. UFC-Que Choisir and Electrolux France indicate that an unsuitable container may not be detected by an induction hob.
Distinguish routine maintenance from altering the equipment or property. ANIL points out that modifying rented premises or equipment requires the landlord’s written consent. Check your tenancy agreement and inventory before changing the cut-out or the supplied model.
Start with your cookware and the cut-out, then choose the number and shape of cooking zones based on the containers you actually use.
| Priority | What to check | Your needs |
|---|---|---|
| Cookware compatibility | Test whether a magnet sticks; check that the base is flat and that each zone accepts the minimum and maximum permitted diameters. | I want to keep using my saucepans and small frying pans without discovering after installation that they are not detected. |
| Cooking zones | Compare the number of rings, their diameters and whether there is a flexible, Bridge or large-diameter zone. | I sometimes cook with a large casserole, a wide frying pan or a long dish; the shape of the zones matters just as much as their number. |
| Cut-out and power supply | Take the actual cut-out measurements, available depth, total power and voltage stated in the instructions for the exact model. | I am replacing a built-in hob and want to avoid choosing a model that does not fit the worktop or existing connection. |
| Technology chosen | For induction, check that your cookware is compatible; for a ceramic or mixed solution, also read the requirements specific to the model and its installation. | Keeping certain containers that are not compatible with induction may lead me to choose another technology or replace only some of my cookware. |
| Everyday use | Look at the controls, lock, residual-heat indicator and the manufacturer’s care instructions. | I am looking for practical safety features suited to my kitchen, without assuming that a glass surface is immune to scratches or impact. |
A container without a ferromagnetic base may prevent an induction hob from switching on. The permitted diameter and flatness of the base also matter, depending on the zone selected.
Make a list of the saucepans, frying pans and dishes you use each week, test them with a magnet and check the stated diameters in the instructions before ordering.
Four zones do not guarantee that a large casserole, oval dish or plancha will be properly accommodated. Large-diameter, extendable and flexible zones are designed for different uses.
Compare your largest containers with the hob’s layout diagram, and specifically look for a 28 cm zone, a Bridge zone or a flexible zone if your cooking needs require it.
ANIL states that a tenant must not alter rented premises or equipment without the landlord’s written consent. Major repairs, or those related to wear and tear, are generally the landlord’s responsibility.
Record the fault, reread the tenancy agreement and inventory, then request written permission before changing the cut-out, energy supply or supplied model.
Work considered an unauthorised alteration could result in you having to pay to restore the property.
The French range includes induction and ceramic hobs. The PIJ61SBB5F is an example of a 60 cm induction hob with a 28 cm zone, PowerBoost and automatic pan detection; the PKE611FN8E is a four-ring ceramic hob.
The range includes 60 cm induction hobs with adaptable cooking zones. The EIV64453 is an example with four rings, two Bridge zones, a stated total power of 7 350 W and a 560 × 490 mm cut-out.
The French range includes induction hobs from 30 to 90 cm, as well as gas and ceramic categories, allowing you to compare several sizes and technologies within one brand.
The range includes induction hobs in several widths with individual, Flex, PowerFlex or Full Flex zones. The KM 7373 FR is an example of an 806 mm hob with four zones, including one Flex zone.
These Joybuy options include induction hobs and a ceramic hob for a built-in replacement project. Always check the cut-out, power supply, ventilation and compatible cookware for your chosen model.
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An option for cooking several dishes at once with induction-compatible cookware.
Four zones, including two 160 mm zones and two 180 mm zones, with Boost function, timer, child lock and residual-heat indicator.
The stated cut-out is 565 × 495 mm and the power supply is 220–240 V. The cord is supplied without a plug; check the connection and cookware compatibility before buying.
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This hob is suitable for a built-in replacement when magnetic saucepans and the kitchen dimensions are compatible.
Four zones, nine power levels, individual timer, pan detection, child lock and residual-heat indicator.
The product information states a 560 × 490 mm cut-out, a 220–240 V power supply and a total power of 6 000 W. Also check that a suitable 32 A fuse is available for your installation.
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An option to consider for a kitchen requiring an induction hob with integrated extraction and zones suitable for large containers.
Four zones, two Flex zones, nine levels with Boost, pan detection, lock and residual-heat indicator.
The product information states a 560 × 490 mm cut-out, 7 000 W and 220–240 V. CBEHKIT installation accessories are listed as required and sold separately; also check the depth, ventilation and 32 A connection.
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This ceramic option may be worth considering when keeping cookware that is not compatible with induction is a priority.
Four radiant zones measuring 145 or 180 mm, nine levels, timer for each zone, child lock and residual-heat indicator.
The stated cut-out is 560 × 490 mm. Check that the zones suit your large casseroles or long dishes, as well as the power supply and fixed-connection requirements.
Test whether a magnet sticks to the base of each container, then check that the base is as flat as possible. Next, consult the minimum and maximum diameters permitted in the instructions for the specific hob: these vary between zones and models.
No. The external width does not confirm either the cut-out or the clearance available beneath the worktop. For example, Electrolux France states a 560 × 490 mm cut-out for the EIV64453, but these measurements must be compared with your worktop and do not automatically apply to another model.
Yes, provided you select a zone suited to the shape and size of your containers: a large round zone, extendable zone, Bridge zone or flexible zone. UFC-Que Choisir assesses extendable zones using a rectangular grill, demonstrating the value of choosing this feature based on the dishes you use.
First check the tenancy agreement, inventory and nature of the work. ANIL points out that a tenant must not alter rented premises or equipment without the landlord’s written consent. Do not assume that changing the model or modifying the cut-out counts as routine maintenance.
Follow the care instructions in the manual for your chosen model and take the residual-heat indicator into account where provided. Do not assume from the technology that the surface is resistant to scratches or impact.