Deciding on whether to buy a product like BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob or perhaps AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob? You’re in the right place as we’ll take you through all of the specs, features and look at the quality, pricing and reviews of both to help you make the decision on which one to go for.

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BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob vs AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob

BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob specs

BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob
AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob specs

AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob
Type: Built-in electric ceramic hob

Type: Built-in electric induction hob

Fuel type: Electric

Fuel type: Electric

Colour: Black

Colour: Black

CONTROLS

CONTROLS

Control type: Dial

Display type: LED

Control location: Right

Control type: Touch

HOB

Control location: Front

Functions: – Boost
– Pause

Number of zones: 4

HOB

Hob power: – Front right: 2 kW
– Front left: 1.2 kW
– Back right: 1.2 kW
– Back left: 2.2 kW

Power levels: 9

Number of zones: 4

Elements: Ceramic

Hob power: – Front right: 1.4 kW / 2.5 kW
– Front left: 2.3 kW / 3.7 kW
– Back right: 1.8 kW / 2.8 kW
– Back left: 1.8 kW / 2.8 kW

Safety features: Residual heat indicators

Power levels: 14

GENERAL

Elements: Induction

Safety features: – Residual heat indicators
– Hot hob indicators
– Child lock

Electrical installation: This product requires hardwiring to a 16 Amp fuse and should be installed by a qualified engineer, such as one of our Knowhow experts.

Other features: – 3 step residual heat
– Acoustic signal
– Automatic heating-up
– Hob2Hood connection
– Key-lock function
– Sound off

Power supply: 16 Amp (Requires hardwiring to a dedicated circuit)

GENERAL

Box contents: Bosch Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob

Dimensions: 46 x 592 x 522 mm (H x W x D)

Electrical installation: This product requires hardwiring to a 30 Amp fuse and should be installed by a qualified installer, such as one of our Team Knowhow experts in the UK.

Recess dimensions: 46 x 560 x 490 mm (H x W x D)

Power supply: 32 Amp (Requires hardwiring to a dedicated cooker circuit)

Boxed dimensions: 100 x 590 x 750 mm (H x W x D)

Minimum distance required / Minimum clearance above hob: 650 mm

Weight: 7.46 kg

Box contents: AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob

Boxed weight: 8.3 kg

Dimensions: 44 x 590 x 520 mm (H x W x D)

Manufacturer’s guarantee: 2 years

Recess dimensions: 560 x 490 mm (W x D)

Boxed dimensions: 118 x 678 x 600 mm (H x W x D)

Weight: 11.04 kg

Boxed weight: 12.05 kg

Manufacturer’s guarantee: 2 years

Price: £225

Price: £299

Number of Reviews:

Number of Reviews:

Review Score: 9.2 / 10

Review Score: 8.1 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob or AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob, a very important consideration is the price. So we’re going to spend a bit of time looking at the price of both.

To start with, we looked at the price of the 307 products in the same category as BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob, which is the Hobs category. Of these 307 products the average price was £366.87, the most expensive was £1564 and the cheapest was just £77. We then looked at the price of the 307 in the same as the AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob, which of course the average was £366.87, top price was £1564 and cheapest £77.

We then looked specifically at the average price of products from Bosch and AEG, the average was £515.66 for Bosch, £617.54 for AEG. The max for each was £1715/£1399 and minimum was £54.99/£219

Price analysis of BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob

Price analysis of AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob

  • BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob
  • 4.6 x 59.2 x 52.2 cm (H x W x D)
  • 4 zones
  • Dial controls
  • Top features: – Quick-therm hobs heat up quicker, so you can get cooking right away – Variable power settings give you the exact heat you need to cook with precision – Residual heat indicators warn when cooking zones are still hot – Frameless design makes cleaning a breeze Quick-therm hobsMake fast and delicious snacks or get dinner going quickly with Bosch’s Quick-therm technology.Each cooking zone reaches your desired heat in a flash, so they’re ready to go as soon as you’ve prepared your ingredients.Heat beans up for a tasty treat on toast, or sear a steak to perfection; for delicious meals when you want them.Variable power settingsAll four cooking zones feature nine power settings, so you can tailor the heat to suit what you’re cooking.Turn one zone down to its lowest setting to keep your potatoes warm, while you crank up another to finish off the gravy.The easy to use dials are mounted on the right of the hob, too, so they aren’t accidentally knocked when you lean over to tend to your cooking.Residual heat indicatorsOnce you’ve finished using your Bosch Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob, residual heat indicators will remind you that the surface is still hot.This smart safety feature helps to prevent accidental burns, and gives you peace of mind that when the indicators go out the surface is safe to touch again.Frameless designThe ultra-modern frameless glass finish of this hob makes cleaning quick and simple.The flat surface means that you can simply wipe over it with a damp cloth to remove marks and spills, keeping your kitchen looking clean and tidy – even after mealtimes. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION: This product requires professional installation to a dedicated circuit by a qualified installer, such as one of our Team Knowhow experts. Our expert installers may be able to install to a dedicated cooker circuit (identified by a big red cooker switch) if you do not have a 16 Amp supply in your home.
  • Product codes: 4242002936406
  • AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob
  • 4.4 x 59 x 52 cm (H x W x D)
  • 4 zones
  • Touch controls
  • Boost function
  • Top features:- Induction technology makes cooking a breeze – Touch controls for quick and easy adjustments – Easy to clean to save you time and hassle Induction technologyTake control of your cooking with the AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob. Induction technology heats your cookware faster than traditional gas or electric hobs, so that you can enjoy your tasty meals faster than ever.Take advantage of the power booster function for even faster heating. Whether you want to boil water in under two minutes or quickly steam some veggies to put on top of your risotto before it gets cold, the IKB64301FB shortens your waiting time, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more at the table.Touch controlsThis hob is the perfect addition to any modern kitchen thanks to its touch controls. With a simple touch of your finger you can adjust the temperature settings, so that your dish is prepared to perfection.A convenient minute minder helps you to stay on top of your cooking, whether you’re heating pans on the hob or cooking a lasagne in the oven.Easy to cleanConvenience is the name of the game with the AEG IKB64301FB Hob. It’s flat, scratch-resistant surface cools quickly after use, so you can clean up any spills with a simple wipe down.With Hob2Hood technology, you can control your compatible cooker hood automatically from the hob, so you can put all your focus in to your cooking._____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION: This product requires professional installation to a dedicated cooker circuit (identified by a big red cooker switch) by a qualified installer, such as one of our Team Knowhow experts in the UK.
  • Product codes: 7332543593682

What’s better BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob or AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob?

There are obviously a number of differences between BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob and AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob, but there are several things that you can use when comparing the two. The first of these, which we’ve already covered, is price. Make sure you spend a bit of time deciding how much you are willing and able to spend on your product to really get a good idea if the £225 cost of BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob is closer to the expectation you had than the £299 pricep point of AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob.

Once you’ve nailed down everything there is to know on the price of both, the next step is to really study the reviews. Taking the time to read reviews of both will really help you to decide which is a better product between BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob and AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob scores out of 10 from reviews. Whereas AEG IKB64301FB Electric Induction Hob scores out of 10 from reviews.

It’s also really worthwhile spending the time to look at the key differences between the two products. For that you can use our comparison table about which looks at the main features of both products to give you a clear idea of where one product perhaps benefits over another. When comparing the two it’s a really good idea to have an idea in your mind of the key features that you need from your Hobs as this will help you to narrow down the products that do or don’t meet your criteria.



BOSCH Serie 2 PKE611CA1E Electric Ceramic Hob



Rating:
9.07 out of
10