AEG 59cm Exclusiv Series 7000 Bevelled Edge 4 Zone Induction Hob SI64IB1BFB Black Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The AEG SI64IB1BFB induction hob delivers fast, precise four-zone cooking with PowerBoost, SenseBoil, individual timers and a two-zone bridge for larger pans. Hob2Hood adds automatic extractor control when paired with a compatible hood, while the child lock and automatic switch-off improve everyday practicality. The main trade-offs are the hardwired 7,350W installation, the limited two-zone bridge and the lack of a fifth cooking zone. AEG does not list an A-G energy class for this hob, so efficiency is assessed from its induction technology and SenseBoil function rather than a label rating.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ SenseBoil detects rising bubbles and reduces heat to a controlled simmer, helping prevent boil-overs
- ✓ PowerBoost delivers rapid additional heat for quicker boiling and cooking
- ✓ Four zones have individual touch controls, nine power levels and separate timers
- ✓ The bridge function creates a larger cooking area from two adjacent zones
- ✓ Hob2Hood can automatically adjust a compatible hood's fan speed
Worth considering
- Hardwired connection only with a 7, 350W total load, so it is not a plug-in replacement and the electrical installation needs planning
- Hob2Hood requires a compatible cooker hood before its automatic extractor control can be used
- The bridge combines two zones rather than creating one joined cooking area across all four
- Four cooking zones provide less simultaneous pan capacity than five-zone alternatives
Key Specifications
- Series
- 7000
- Hob type
- Induction
- Hob2Hood
- Yes
- Warranty
- 5 years with registration, subject to AEG terms
- Child lock
- Yes
- Frame type
- Bevelled two sides
- Net weight
- 10.92kg
- PowerBoost
- Yes
- Main colour
- Black
- Control type
- Touch
- Power levels
- 9
- Minute minder
- Yes
- Left rear zone
- 2,300W / 3,200W boost / 210mm
- Pause function
- Yes
- Left front zone
- 2,300W / 3,200W boost / 210mm
- Right rear zone
- 1,800W / 2,800W boost / 180mm
- Right front zone
- 1,400W / 2,500W boost / 145mm
- Built-in dimensions
- 44 x 560 x 490mm
- External dimensions
- 590 x 520mm
- Automatic switch-off
- Yes
- Electrical connection
- Hardwired connection only
- Flexible bridge zones
- Yes
- SenseBoil boil sensor
- Yes
- Individual zone timers
- Yes
- Number of cooking zones
- 4
- Total electrical loading
- 7,350W
- Manufacturer product code
- 949598723
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Home cooks who want fast, responsive induction heating with boil-sensing assistance.
- ✓ Kitchens with a 60cm built-in hob space and a suitable hardwired electrical supply.
- ✓ Users who regularly cook with larger pans and can make use of the two-zone bridge.
- ✓ Households with a compatible cooker hood that can use automatic Hob2Hood control.
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Fast, flexible cooking
The AEG SI64IB1BFB induction hob combines four cooking zones with nine power levels, giving good control for simmering, frying and boiling. The two left-hand zones share a bridge function, creating a larger cooking area for suitable cookware.
PowerBoost provides a rapid burst of heat, while the SenseBoil function detects rising bubbles and reduces the temperature to a controlled simmer. This is a useful combination for busy kitchens because it reduces supervision when boiling water and speeds up high-heat tasks.
Useful controls and automation
Touch controls provide separate operation for all four zones, with individual zone timers, a minute minder and pause functionality. Automatic switch-off and a child lock add practical safety features for everyday family use.
Hob2Hood can automatically adjust the fan speed on a compatible cooker hood as cooking intensity changes. It is a worthwhile convenience feature, but its usefulness depends on having compatible extraction equipment.
Installation and design
The black hob has two bevelled edges and measures 590mm wide by 520mm deep. The stated cut-out size is 560mm wide by 490mm deep with a 44mm installation height, so the dimensions are clear for kitchen planning.
This is a hardwired appliance with a total electrical loading of 7,350W rather than a plug-in model. Installation therefore needs an appropriate electrical supply and should be planned before replacing an existing hob.
Efficiency and ownership
Induction heating transfers heat directly to suitable cookware, and AEG states that SenseBoil can help save time and energy by reducing the heat once boiling is detected. AEG does not publish an A-G energy class for this hob on the product page, so the efficiency assessment is based on the induction system and the verified SenseBoil function rather than an energy-label band.
The exact model is included in AEG's published five-year extended-warranty programme, subject to registration and the applicable terms.
Verdict
The AEG SI64IB1BFB induction hob is a strong four-zone option for buyers who value fast heating, useful automation and a flexible bridge area without moving to a wider hob. Its main compromises are the high-load hardwired installation, the need for a compatible hood to use Hob2Hood, and the fact that only two zones can be bridged.
Research note: this BestBuysUK assessment is based on the manufacturer's published specifications and other reputable technical sources. Specifications and retailer availability can change, so verify critical details before purchase.