Deciding on whether to buy a product like BOSCH PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob or perhaps SMEG Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate 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 PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob vs SMEG Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate Hob

BOSCH PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob specs

BOSCH PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob
 SMEG Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate Hob specs

SMEG Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate Hob
Type: Built-in electric solid plate hob

Type: Built-in electric solid plate hob

Fuel type: Electric

Fuel type: Electric

Colour: Black

Colour: Stainless steel

CONTROLS

CONTROLS

Control type: Dials

Control type: Dials

Control location: Side

Control location: Right

HOB

HOB

Number of zones: 4

Number of zones: 4

Hob power: – Front right: 1.5 kW
– Front left: 2 kW
– Back right: 2 kW
– Back left: 1.5 kW

Hob power: – Front right: 1 kW
– Front left: 1.5 kW
– Back right: 2 kW
– Back left: 1.5 kW

Elements: Radiant ring

Power levels: 6

Safety features: Power on indicator

Elements: Sealed plate

GENERAL

Safety features: Hot hob indicator

GENERAL
Electrical installation: This product requires hardwiring to a 32 Amp fuse and should be installed by a qualified installer, such as one of our Team Knowhow experts.

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

Electrical installation: This product requires hardwiring to a 32 Amp fuse and should be installed by a qualified installer, such as one of our Team Knowhow experts.

Electrical power rating: 7 kW

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

Minimum distance required / Minimum clearance above hob: 650 mm

Electrical power rating: 6 kW

Box contents: Bosch PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob

Box contents: – Smeg Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate Hob
– Instruction manual

Dimensions: 45 x 580 x 510 mm (H x W x D)

Dimensions: 40 x 580 x 500 mm (H x W x D)

Recess dimensions: 45 x 560 x 490 mm (H x W x D)

Recess dimensions: 40 x 553 x 473 mm (H x W x D)

Boxed dimensions: 115 x 580 x 650 mm (H x W x D)

Boxed dimensions: 100 x 640 x 550 mm (H x W x D)

Weight: 11 kg

Weight: 10.88 kg

Boxed weight: 12 kg

Boxed weight: 11.76 kg

Manufacturer’s guarantee: 2 years

Manufacturer’s guarantee: 2 year

Price: £171

Price: £169

Number of Reviews: 15

Number of Reviews:

Review Score: 8.2 / 10

Review Score: 9.3 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy BOSCH PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob or SMEG Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate 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 PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate 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 SMEG Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate 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 Smeg, the average was £515.66 for Bosch, £768.00 for Smeg. The max for each was £1715/£4249 and minimum was £54.99/£62

Price analysis of BOSCH PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob

Price analysis of SMEG Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate Hob

  • BOSCH PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob
  • 4.5 x 58 x 51 cm (H x W x D)
  • 4 zones
  • Dial controls
  • Top features:- Durable cast iron supports for pan stability – Side control dials for simple operation Durable cast iron supportsWhether you’re whipping up a stir-fry or boiling vegetables, the cast iron supports offer maximum durability for your pots and pans. Enjoy safer, more reliable cooking every day.Side control dialsIt’s simple to adjust power levels across each zone using the side control dials. Neat and smart, they help make the Bosch PEE686CA1 Electric Hob a great focal point for your kitchen. _____________________________________________________________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.
  • Product codes: 4242002938202
  • SMEG Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate Hob
  • 4 x 58 x 50 cm (H x W x D)
  • 4 zones
  • Dial controls
  • Take the hassle out of home cooking with the Smeg Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate Hob. With simple dial controls accessible on the right of the unit, the Smeg Cucina SE435S is easy to use whether you’re a seasoned chef or new to cooking. Four solid plates in two sizes mean that there’s room to fit both large and small pots, so your dishes aren’t competing for space. If you can’t wait to get home and start cooking your favourite meal, the Smeg Cucina SE435S Hob features two fast plates, meaning they reach cooking temperature even quicker. You’ll be ready to get creative in a matter of minutes. It’s simple to clean, too. The base is made from stainless steel, so whether it’s a few splashes of oil or pasta sauce that’s spilled over, it only takes a quick wipe to return the Smeg Cucina SE435S to sparkling-clean condition. Get creative in the kitchen with the Smeg Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate Hob.___________________________________________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.
  • Product codes: 8017709180850

What’s better BOSCH PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob or SMEG Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate Hob?

There are obviously a number of differences between BOSCH PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob and SMEG Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate 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 £171 cost of BOSCH PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob is closer to the expectation you had than the £169 pricep point of SMEG Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate 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 PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob and SMEG Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate Hob. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that BOSCH PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob scores 8.9 out of 10 from 15 reviews. Whereas SMEG Cucina SE435S Electric Solid Plate 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 PEE686CA1 Electric Solid Plate Hob



Rating:
8.87 out of
10