Which is the best gas hob for your needs?

What is a gas hob and what to look for when buying one? What is the best 5 burner gas hob for your needs? Which gas hob dimensions are available? Is a domino gas hob a good choice? These are all common questions when in the market for a new appliance. We're here to help you find the right one.

When choosing a new gas hob, you'll want to first determine the required size as well as how many burners it should have. Then choose the finish: stainless steel and black tempered glass are popular options. Innovations like FlameSelect provide precise control of the flame and make gas cooking even more enjoyable.

Read on to find out what exactly to look for when buying a new gas hob.

A Bosch 90cm stainless steel gas hob with a ruler below illustrating the size.
A Bosch 75cm stainless steel gas hob with a ruler below as a size indicator.
A Bosch 60cm stainless steel gas hob with a ruler below illustrating the size.
A Bosch 30cm black gas hob with a ruler below illustrating the size.

1. Which gas hob sizes fit my kitchen?

A 90cm gas hob. A 75cm gas hob. A 60cm gas hob. A 30cm gas hob. Our gas hobs come in four different widths to ensure you'll find one that suits your needs and preferences. One benefit of an extra-wide, 5 burner 90cm gas hob: ample space to cook fish, boil pasta and steam broccoli in parallel.

Ultimately, the best gas hob for you depends on factors like your cooking habits and the width of your kitchen worktop.

Pro tip: You can upgrade from a 60cm gas hob to a 75cm gas hob without changing the cutout.

A 75-cm wide, 5-burner black gas hob from Bosch. Dual-flame wok burner in the centre is lit.
A Bosch 60-cm, 4-burner gas hob in black from Series with flames lit on the right burners.
A 3-burner gas hob from Bosch in black tempered glass.

2. How many burners do I need?

A 5-burner, 90cm gas hob with a two-flame wok burner is both beautiful and functional. But a gas hob with either 3 burners or 4 burners might perfectly suit your needs. To determine the right number and types of burners, consider these key factors:

  • Space in your kitchen
  • Your cooking habits
  • Your household size

Pro tip: Want to regularly whip up elaborate meals, and have ample space at your disposal? You won't regret selecting a Bosch 5-ring gas hob.

A black tempered glass gas hob from the Bosch Series 6 range built in to a sleek white island.
Bosch Series 6 black ceramic glass hob with 5 burners in a white island.
A Bosch Series 6 stainless steel gas hob fitted in the centre of a narrow white island.
A white island featuring an elegant Bosch Series 6 gas hob in black stainless steel.
A Bosch Series 2, 4-burner hob in black enamel that's in the centre of a slim white island.
A white enamel Bosch Series 2 gas hob that's built in to a white countertop.

3. Which finish suits my tastes?

Glass on a gas hob is trending. An elegant black gas hob – in tempered glass or ceramic – adds a sophisticated note to the heart of your home. Meanwhile, a clean-cut white gas hob never goes out of style. For an industrial edge, there's stainless steel or black metal.

A hob is the visual centrepiece of your kitchen, so it's crucial to select one with eye appeal. After all, shouldn't your gas hob look as good as it cooks?

Pro tip: Visit a local Bosch retailer to see and touch the surfaces first-hand.

Two Bosch domino gas hobs mixed with an induction surface.
A Bosch Domino burner combines well with other elements.

4. Is a domino gas hob right for me?

What is a domino hob? It's a combination hob, also called a hybrid hob or mixed fuel hob, that provides both gas and electric burners in one hob. Flexibly mix and match a 30cm gas hob that has either one wok burner or two standard burners, with an induction or ceramic domino hob to build a bespoke hob. 

See how Bosch gas hobs with FlameSelect takes cooking with gas to the next level.
See how Bosch gas hobs with FlameSelect takes cooking with gas to the next level.

5. What gas hob innovations are there?

If it's been awhile since you last bought a gas hob, you'll be pleased to discover FlameSelect, which gives you precise control of the flame.

The advantages? A consistently high temperature to sear a steak. Or a consistently low one to cook creamy scrambled eggs. Making ratatouille? Medium heat always yields perfect results.

Available on most of our models, FlameSelect lets you choose from nine pre-defined power levels. So you always know exactly how strong the flame is – even though you can't see it.

Open Bosch dishwasher containing dishwasher-proof pan supports from a gas hob to show easy cleaning.
A Bosch stainless steel gas hob with the a dual pan support set to the side, demonstrating how to clean the hob.
Close-up on a Bosch stainless steel gas hob highlights the smooth surface that is effortless to wipe down.
A mirror-like glass surface exemplifies how easy Bosch tempered glass hobs are to clean.

6. What features make cleaning easier?

Let's be honest: even the world's biggest gas hob fans wish there were an easier way to remove the traces of last night's lip-smacking osso buco. While we can't (yet) offer you a self-cleaning hob, we do have some tips:

  • Look for a hob with dishwasher-proof pan supports. When dirty, simply run them through the dishwasher. Voilà – good as new!
  • After cooking, soak high-quality enamel pan supports in the sink. Then effortlessly wipe off the grime.
  • A glass gas hob with rounded edges is generally easier to clean. Why? Because the dirt has nowhere to collect.

Bear these tips in mind when selecting a new appliance for your kitchen.

Bosch Domino gas hob with a two-flame wok burner. A wok rests on a wok support ring, a Bosch accessory.
Which are your must-have accessories?

7. Which accessories enhance my cooking?

Love making espresso on the hob? What about melting chocolate for a delectable chocolate mousse? Before purchasing a new gas hob, verify that the right accessories are available to maximise your cooking experience.

Pro tip: Bosch's accessory selection leaves you wanting for nothing. From pot supports to special rings, find exactly what you need for your daily kitchen endeavours.

What is the best gas hob for you? Hob Finder.

Ready to choose a new gas hob? Our Hob Finder makes it easy. Just answer a few questions concerning your kitchen space and personal tastes. We'll tell you which gas hobs match perfectly.

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What are the best gas hob brands?

We are confident that Bosch gas hobs are among the best on the market. Like all our home appliances, our German-engineered gas hobs are manufactured according to high quality standards. When you buy our products, you can be sure to get reliable appliances that will serve you well – meal after meal, year after year.

But don't just take our word for it: accolades from independent test institutes are testament to our appliances' exceptional reliability and performance.

Which is better: gas hob vs induction hob?

Still deciding between a gas or induction hob? Browse our broad portfolio of high-quality, high-performance induction hobs for comparison. Whichever type you choose, you'll delight in cooking meal after delicious meal on your new Bosch hob.

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