Elica NikolaTesla Fit RAW NT-FIT-RAW-70 72cm Vented Induction Hob in Matt Black Glass Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Elica NIKOLATESLA FIT RAW BR/A/72 vented induction hob combines a 72cm four-zone induction surface with an integrated extractor, making it a practical alternative to installing a separate hob and hood. Its left-hand bridge zone supports larger cookware, while slider controls, automatic extraction and selectable power limiting add useful everyday flexibility.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ A left-hand bridge function for large or oval cookware
- ✓ Automatic extraction adjusts airflow to the cooking activity
- ✓ Different electrical installations
- ✓ A strong feature set
Worth considering
- Duct-out extraction peaks at 620m³/h on Boost, so it is not aimed at buyers prioritising maximum extraction throughput
- Noise reaches 61dB(A) in duct-out mode and 68dB(A) in filtering mode at the upper settings
- The 7.4kW total absorption and multiple connection options require more electrical planning than a basic hob
- The 72cm appliance and 56 x 49cm cut-out need a suitably planned worktop, even though the unit is designed to fit above a 60cm base cabinet
Key Specifications
- Depth
- 51.5cm
- Width
- 72cm
- Finish
- Matt black glass
- Height
- 25cm
- Weight
- 17.4kg
- Autocapture
- Automatic extraction adjustment
- Product type
- Induction hob with integrated extractor
- Cooking zones
- 4
- Bridge function
- 1 left-hand bridge zone
- Voltage options
- 220–240V / 380–415V 2N / 380–415V 3N
- Cooking controls
- 9 power levels plus Boost
- Power limitation
- 3.1kW or 4.5kW
- Required cut-out
- 56 x 49cm
- Total absorption
- 7.4kW
- Extraction controls
- 4 extraction speeds plus Boost
- Duct-out noise level
- 43–61dB(A)
- Extractor absorption
- 160W
- Filtering noise level
- 44–68dB(A)
- Boost duct-out airflow
- 620m³/h
- Extractor energy class
- A
- Filtering Boost airflow
- 520m³/h
- Extraction configuration
- Compatible with duct-out or filtering installation
- Maximum duct-out airflow
- 500m³/h
- Minimum duct-out airflow
- 220m³/h
- Manufacturer product code
- PRF0202501
- Maximum filtering airflow
- 420m³/h
- Minimum filtering airflow
- 135m³/h
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ A strong fit for open-plan kitchens where an integrated extractor is preferred over a separate hood.
- ✓ Suitable for smaller kitchens because the appliance is designed to fit a 60cm kitchen base unit despite its 72cm width.
- ✓ Well suited to cooks who regularly use large or oval pans, thanks to the left-hand bridge zone.
- ✓ A good choice for buyers wanting induction cooking, automatic extraction and selectable power limiting in one appliance.
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the retailer’s supplied information quotes 850m³/h for duct-out extraction, while Elica's official technical sheet specifies 620m³/h on Boost. The manufacturer figure is used.
Cooking layout and controls
The Elica NIKOLATESLA FIT RAW BR/A/72 induction hob provides four cooking zones, with two left-hand zones that can be combined through the bridge function for larger or oval cookware. The remaining zones are a 16cm front-right zone and a 20cm rear-right zone, giving a useful spread for everyday pans.
Separate slider touch controls provide nine cooking power levels plus Boost, while extraction has four speeds plus Boost. The design also includes automatic extraction adjustment, Stop&Go, warming and child-lock functions.
Integrated extraction
The integrated extractor can be used in duct-out or filtering mode, allowing the appliance to suit different kitchen layouts. In duct-out mode, Elica rates airflow at 220m³/h minimum, 500m³/h maximum and 620m³/h on Boost.
Automatic extraction adjusts the airflow to the cooking activity, while Comfort Silence is intended to reduce intrusive noise. Official noise figures range from 43 to 61dB(A) in aspiration mode and from 44 to 68dB(A) in filtering mode.
Installation and maintenance
The Elica NIKOLATESLA FIT RAW BR/A/72 induction hob measures 72 x 51.5 x 25cm and requires a 56 x 49cm cut-out. Although it is designed to fit above a 60cm kitchen base unit, the wider appliance still needs a suitably sized worktop and careful planning around the extraction route.
The 7.4kW total absorption can be limited to either 3.1kW or 4.5kW, which helps accommodate different electrical installations. Elica also provides removable odour-filter options and a drainage valve for accidental liquid spills in the extraction system.
Verdict
This is a well-equipped vented induction hob for shoppers who want cooking and extraction combined without adding a separate hood. Its strongest points are the bridge zone, automatic extraction and compact base-unit compatibility.
The main compromises are its installation complexity, four-zone limit and moderate maximum duct-out airflow. It is best suited to a planned kitchen installation rather than a simple like-for-like hob replacement.
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.