Rank #1 in Best Induction Hob 2026: Nine Ranked, and Why 2,800W Keeps Appearing
Russell Hobbs RH60IH413B 4 Zone Induction Hob, 59cm
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The Russell Hobbs RH60IH413B is a 59cm four-zone induction hob in black, listed at £159.00 and rated 4.4 out of 5 from 58 ratings. It takes the top spot in this guide on one figure: a listed total wattage of 7,400 W. That is the number the 13 A hobs here cannot reach — the Karinear, Hobsir and NOXTON models all declare a 2,800 W limit, and one of them lists four burners that add up to 6,400 W. The Russell Hobbs gets past that ceiling because it is hard wired to the fixed installation rather than plugged in, and a reviewer confirms it. The bullets give the zone range as 1,400 W to 2,600 W depending on which zone you use, so the 7,400 W total only means anything on a fixed supply.
One number here does not reconcile. The listing states 58 ratings, but the review histogram on the same listing shows 6 one-star, 9 three-star, 14 four-star and 71 five-star — 100 in total. From the listing alone we cannot say which figure is right. Everything on this page — the price, the rating, the specifications and the reviewer comments — comes from the Amazon listing and not from any testing of our own.
How those 58 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.4 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £159.00 |
|---|---|
| Rating | 4.4 out of 5 from 58 ratings |
| Total wattage | 7,400 W |
| Power source | Hard wired |
| Zone power range | 1,400 W to 2,600 W, depending on the zone |
| Cooking zones | 4 |
| Dimensions | 52D x 59W x 6.2H centimetres |
| Ratings histogram | 100 bars in total (6 one-star, 9 three-star, 14 four-star, 71 five-star) |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“I've never had an induction hob before and chose this one because it was affordable and from a well known brand. I can't speak for the installation procedure as it wasn't done by me (it's hard wired, not plug in) but I'm delighted with it. It looks lovely, is simple to use and heats up really quickly!The only downside is that I've had to buy new pots and pans as they need to be stainless steel or cast iron and mine were aluminium and also you have to use the exact size pan for the ring otherwise it won't work (according to the instructions) but that's induction hobs in general and not specific to this one.Overall, I'm extremely happy with my purchase.”
Verified purchase“Amazing induction hob exact pan sizing had a Samsung before by only two large and two small rings not ideal this Russell hobs has two medium one large and one small brilliant cooks very quickly or simmers nicely excellent heat control and amazing price love it 😻”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Induction Hob 2026: Nine Ranked, and Why 2,800W Keeps Appearing.
Questions people ask
Does the Russell Hobbs RH60IH413B plug into a 13 A socket?
No. The listing gives the power source as Hard Wired and the total wattage as 7,400 W, so it connects to the fixed installation rather than a plug.
How many cooking zones does it have?
Four. The listing describes the four zones as letting you cook for the whole family at one time.
What power settings does it offer?
The listing says 9-stage power levels, ranging from 1,400 W to 2,600 W depending on the zone.
Which pans work on it?
Induction hobs need pans made from magnetic metals such as cast iron or steel, or pans with a magnetic base. The listing suggests testing with a magnet: if it sticks, the pan works.
Does it have a timer and a boost function?
Yes. The bullets mention a timer that reminds you when food needs checking, the specifications list a 99-minute timer, and the special features list a boost function.
Is the Russell Hobbs RH60IH413B's rating count consistent with its review breakdown?
The listing states 58 ratings, while the histogram on the same listing adds up to 100 (6 + 9 + 14 + 71). We cannot reconcile the two from the listing alone.
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