Choose a venting hob if keeping the space above the cooking area visually clear is a priority, and if the worktop, base unit and airflow route are compatible with the exact model. Where a suitable external duct is available, extraction is generally more effective; recirculation is suitable when there is no duct, provided you install the required kit and maintain the filters. A hob and separate extractor hood remain an alternative if having a high-level hood is acceptable.
You want to remove a high-level extractor hood, but first need to check the actual cut-out, glass width, depth and the space taken up beneath the worktop. Venting hobs are generally wider and thicker than a conventional induction hob, as UFC-Que Choisir points out.
You want to reduce odours in a living space without creating a duct. A recirculation installation could suit your project if the model supports this mode and you plan for the required kit and filter maintenance.
You want an unobstructed view above the cooking area, particularly on an island. However, the base unit and airflow route must remain compatible with the manufacturer’s installation diagram.
Consider it if: you want to remove the high-level extractor hood and have an opening or external duct compatible with the model.
Plan for: the extractor module and duct take up space beneath the worktop; check the cabinet, drawers and duct route.
Consider it if: you do not have a usable external duct and want to keep the cooking area free of a high-level extractor hood.
Plan for: the odour filter, the kit required for the model and the associated maintenance as part of the installation.
Consider it if: a wall-mounted, built-in or suspended extractor hood is acceptable, or if the base unit cannot accommodate a venting hob.
Accept that: this solution keeps an appliance above the cooking area and also requires you to check the unit or wall where it will be installed.
| Priority | Points to check | Your requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Unit and cut-out | Compare the external and installation dimensions with the existing layout. Check the height beneath the worktop, drawers, crosspieces and airflow route. | I want to replace my hob without losing storage space or having to modify the unit at the last minute. |
| Extraction or recirculation | Confirm that a compatible external outlet exists. For recirculation, check the grease filter, odour filter and the specific kit intended for the reference. | I am looking for a solution suited to my home, with a level of maintenance I can manage. |
| Noise in an open-plan room | Read the noise level in dB at the same speed and with the same installation mode. Where an independent test of the exact model is available, compare it with the extraction data. | I want to be able to cook without the extraction becoming too intrusive during meals or conversations. |
| Filters and maintenance | Identify the grease filters, odour filters, any saturation indicators and the maintenance steps specified in the instructions. | I would rather know in advance what maintenance is involved in recirculation mode. |
A similar glass width does not guarantee that the cut-out, cabinet or drawers will be compatible. According to UFC-Que Choisir, venting hobs are often thicker beneath the worktop and wider than a conventional induction hob.
Measure the unit and cut-out, then have the installation diagram for the exact model approved before removing the old hob.
The project may require adaptations to the worktop, cabinet, drawers or airflow route.
Recirculation relies on odour filters and, depending on the model, a specific kit. Saturated filters or an incomplete system reduce the benefits you are looking for in an open-plan kitchen.
Ask for the recirculation kit reference, filter type, maintenance requirements and replacement interval before comparing models.
The recirculation kit and filters are among the items to plan for alongside the appliance.
Extraction and odour-treatment performance are assessed differently depending on the mode selected. UFC-Que Choisir notably tests recirculation with a charcoal filter and extraction without one.
Compare data and test results using the same installation mode as the one planned for your kitchen.
In France, the decree of 24 March 1982 requires general and permanent ventilation, with air outlets in service rooms, including the kitchen. A venting hob does not replace this system.
Locate the existing ventilation before starting work, and have the project checked by a suitably qualified professional when it affects ventilation networks.
Bosch offers hobs with integrated extractor hoods, including 60 cm formats such as the PVS611B16E, which can be used with extraction or recirculation depending on the configuration and compatible accessories.
Elica offers the NikolaTesla Fit, among other models, designed for 60 cm units and intended to preserve more space in the top drawer.
Electrolux offers induction venting hobs, including 80 cm models such as the KCC8344, with functions and filters linked to the chosen installation mode.
Novy specialises in induction hobs with integrated extractor hoods, offering central, rear or retractable extraction concepts and recirculation options.
These Joybuy options relate to a hob and separate extractor hood solution. They suit projects where a high-level extractor hood remains acceptable or where the base unit cannot accommodate the technical components of an integrated venting hob.
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Worth considering if a wall-mounted extractor hood is acceptable above a separately selected hob.
The product name states four speeds with a booster, a declared maximum extraction rate of 650 m³/h, black aluminium filters and Wi-Fi touch controls.
This solution does not completely clear the view above the cooking area; check the installation height, duct route and the configuration selected for recirculation.
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This option suits a project where a separate high-level extractor hood above the hob is acceptable.
The product is presented with a black glass panel, LED lighting and a dual-airflow system.
Check the installation height, external outlet for extraction and the accessories actually included for recirculation.
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Worth considering if you are looking for a wall-mounted extractor hood for a 60 cm cooking area and are happy with separate extraction.
The product name mentions convertible ventilation and push-button controls.
The hob must be selected separately; check the installation height, extraction duct and filters required for recirculation.
Yes, provided the model is designed for recirculation and the required kit and odour filter are installed. The air is filtered and returned to the room; check which accessories are included and which are needed for the exact reference.
Where a compatible external outlet exists, extraction is generally more effective because the extracted air is expelled outside, according to UFC-Que Choisir. Recirculation remains suitable when there is no duct, but its effectiveness against odours depends on the filter and its maintenance.
No. In France, the decree of 24 March 1982 requires general and permanent ventilation, including air outlets in service rooms such as the kitchen. A venting hob captures cooking fumes, grease and odours, but does not replace the home’s ventilation system.
Measure the width and depth of the existing cut-out, the available thickness beneath the worktop, the position of the drawers and crosspieces, and the airflow route required. The instructions and installation diagram for the exact model take precedence.
No. Compare the noise level using the same mode and speed, then consult an independent test of the exact model where available. Perceived noise also depends on the speed used, the room and your cooking habits.