Anyone renovating without an overhead hood
You want to free up the space above the hob and can design the base unit around the integrated extractor.
Who is this option suitable for?
Projects without a confirmed outlet to the outside
Before settling on a setup, you’ll need to consider recirculation, the space required for its air outlets and filter maintenance.
Anyone who values storage beneath the hob
If drawers or the base unit are important to you, compare the remaining storage space with a venting hob and a separate extractor.
What should you check before choosing?
When renovating a kitchen without a hood above the hob, first choose a layout that works with your unit and the airflow route. Then compare maintenance requirements and the specific considerations of induction cooking.
| Criteria | What to check | Who should consider it? |
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| Airflow route | Check whether a dedicated duct to the outside is possible or where the air outlets will be for recirculation, according to the model’s instructions. | If I haven’t confirmed a route to the outside, I want to choose a feasible extraction mode before planning the unit. Around 34% of consumers make feasibility their top priority. |
| Space beneath the worktop | Compare the installation diagram, the clearance beneath the worktop and the position of the ducts with the planned unit and drawers. | If my drawers are essential, I want to know how much space the extractor will actually leave beneath the hob. Preserving the base unit comes first for around 33% of consumers. |
| Maintenance and noise | Check the filter-care instructions and compare the stated noise levels in the same operating mode. | If I choose recirculation, I want to maintain the filters without compromising everyday comfort. These considerations are the top priority for around 20% of consumers. |
| Induction cooking | Check that your existing cookware is compatible and compare the dimensions of the cooking zones on the model you’re considering. | With my current pans or larger pots, I want to be sure I can cook as planned. Around 13% of consumers put this compatibility first. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Measuring only the visible width of the hob
The integrated extractor also takes up space beneath the worktop. The dimensions required vary by model and setup.
Ask for the installation diagram for the exact model before fixing the units in place. Check the cut-out, depth, height and duct route.
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Planning extraction around an existing duct
In France, the Order of 24 March 1982 on ventilation in dwellings rules out connecting an individual cooker hood fitted with a fan to a shared air outlet system.
Have the ventilation system identified and check whether a dedicated duct to the outside is possible before choosing a vented setup. If not, consider a recirculation configuration.
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Forgetting the filters in recirculation mode
In recirculation mode, air passes through an odour filter before returning to the kitchen. Maintaining the filter is part of using the appliance.
Check which filters are compatible and follow the care or replacement instructions for your chosen model.
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Choosing the extractor without checking the hob
An induction hob requires compatible cookware, as UFC-Que Choisir points out.
Check your saucepans and frying pans, as well as the dimensions of the cooking zones, before choosing an induction venting hob.
You’ll need to replace any incompatible cookware if you want to use it on this hob.
Brands to consider for your project
BORA
BORA offers induction venting hobs in recirculation and extraction versions.
- The product pages for the X Pure Rough PUXU2R and Pure PURA2 list their dimensions and respective extraction modes.
- These measurements don’t replace the installation diagram for the specific model you’re considering.
Electrolux
Electrolux offers venting hobs and provides instructions for some models.
- The instructions for your chosen model can help you check the unit and plan the installation.
- Confirm which accessories you’ll need for your chosen setup, particularly filters or ducting.
AEG
AEG lists recirculation and extraction modes for some of its induction venting hobs.
- The product page for the TH84CC23CB lists both modes, helping you explore the available setups.
- For the model you choose, check the filters, maintenance requirements and conditions for each mode.
Siemens
Siemens offers induction hobs with integrated extraction.
- The product page for the EX80BHL26E gives appliance dimensions of 227 × 792 × 512 mm, which are a useful starting point when assessing the space required.
- The appliance dimensions alone aren’t enough to confirm the cut-out, clearances or airflow route through your unit.
Venting hobs available on Joybuy
These two induction hobs combine cooking and extraction for a kitchen without an overhead hood. Before choosing either one, check the instructions to confirm the available extraction mode and how it will fit into your unit.
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Ciarra ONE CBBEH594BBFF, 59 cm venting hob
Worth considering if you want to combine induction cooking and extraction in a 59 cm hob.
The product name indicates that it has four cooking zones. Check the instructions for the extraction mode, installation dimensions and required accessories, including the CBEHKIT kit listed with this model.
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AEG CCE84543CB, 80 cm black glass venting hob
Worth considering for a project that includes an 80 cm induction hob with integrated extraction.
Before finalising your layout, check the instructions for the installation dimensions, space beneath the worktop and permitted extraction setups. Ask a professional to check that the electrical supply is compatible with the model.
Frequently asked questions
Does a venting hob replace the home’s ventilation system?
No. In France, the Order of 24 March 1982 on ventilation in dwellings requires ventilation to be capable of operating throughout the home on a continuous basis. Extracting cooking fumes must not therefore involve disabling the existing ventilation system.
Can the extractor be connected to a shared mechanical ventilation system?
Not if it’s a shared air outlet system. In France, the Order of 24 March 1982 rules out connecting an individual mechanical device, such as a fan-equipped cooker hood, to this system. Ask a professional to assess a dedicated duct to the outside or a recirculation setup that’s compatible with the model.
Does a recirculating venting hob need maintenance?
Yes. In recirculation mode, air passes through an odour filter before returning to the room. Check the instructions for your chosen hob to find out which filters are compatible and how to maintain or replace them.
Should you have the electrical installation checked before choosing a hob?
Yes, particularly when renovating a kitchen or installing a hob for the first time. Ask a professional to check that the electrical supply required in the model’s instructions is compatible with the planned installation in your home.