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HotpointTB3977BBF

Induction
4 cooking zones
77cm

£365View retailers

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The 77cm-wide Hotpoint TB3977BBF is wider than a typical induction hob, yet it only has four cooking zones marked on its glass base. These aren’t laid out symmetrically, so it certainly stands out from the crowd – but will the way it cooks grab your attention? Our in-depth review explains whether this induction hob deserves a place in your kitchen.

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What is it?
How fast is it?
Is it any good at simmering?
What's it like at frying?
How easy is it to use and clean?
Is there anything else I need to know?
Should I buy it?

KEY TEST RESULTS
Speed
Simmering
Ease of cleaning

Dec 2021Last checked by Which?
Dec 2021First reviewed by Which?

The overall Which? test score is made up of the following star ratings, all determined by our rigorous lab tests.

How we test hobs

11 Apr 2025

Speed

How we test speed

We measure how long the hob takes to heat 1.5 litres of water to 90°C on the middle-sized burner. The quickest (excellent) hobs take less than six minutes; the slowest take more than ten minutes.

All zones speed

Simmering

How we test simmering

We assess how well the hob can maintain a very low temperature. We aim to keep baked beans just-warm, and check to see if the hob manages this or causes the beans to dry out or harden.

Heat distribution

How we test heat distribution

We measure how evenly heat is distributed across the burner/cooking zone. This is important when you are cooking something you cannot stir, such as a pancake. Some hobs have noticeable hotter and cooler spots that we measure using an infra-red camera.

Temperature overshoot

How we test temperature overshoot

We record how quickly the hob responds when it's turned off. Some hobs - especially electric ceramic hobs - hold onto heat for a long time, whereas others cool down quickly.

Ease of use

How we test ease of use

We assess how easy the controls are to use and how easy the programmable features are to set.

Ease of cleaning

How we test ease of cleaning

We assess how easy it is to clean the surface of the hob and around the dials. Gas hobs are usually trickier to keep clean because of the burners and pan supports.

Energy efficiency

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General
Hob type	Induction
Width	77cm
Depth	51cm
Colour	Black
Cooking zones	4
Cooking zones	4 cooking zones
Supplied with a 13 A plug	No

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