Elica NikolaTesla Switch Lux NT-SW-LUX EVO 83cm Vented Induction Hob in Black Glass Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Elica NIKOLATESLA SWITCH LUX EVO BL/A/83 vented induction hob combines four powerful induction zones with two bridge zones and a built-in extractor. Its direct sliders, booster settings and dedicated automatic cooking modes make it versatile for both everyday meals and larger cookware.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Four induction zones with 3.7kW booster power on each zone
- ✓ Useful flexibility for large pans and griddles
- ✓ Airmatic automatic extraction with up to 620m³/h duct-out boost airflow
- ✓ A++ extraction energy class, long-life filters and a spill-drain valve
Worth considering
- The 83cm body and 80.7 x 49.2cm cut-out require substantially more worktop space than a standard 60cm hob
- Maximum extraction noise reaches 67dB(A) in duct-out mode and 71dB(A) in filtering mode
- The duct-out and filtering configurations are separate manufacturer variants, so installation planning and accessory selection need to be handled carefully
Key Specifications
- Type
- Induction hob with integrated extractor
- Width
- 83cm
- Finish
- Black glass with stainless-steel details
- Weight
- 21.4kg
- Voltage
- 220–240V / 380–415V 2N / 380–415V 3N
- Filter life
- Up to three years
- Bridge zones
- 2
- Booster power
- 3.7kW per zone
- Cooking zones
- 4
- Suction speed
- 5.1m/s
- Cooking control
- 9 levels plus booster
- Cooking controls
- Direct touch slider
- Duct-out airflow
- 130–525m³/h normal duct-out airflow; 620m³/h boost
- Extraction noise
- 34–67dB(A) duct-out; 38–71dB(A) filtering
- Power limitation
- 4.5kW
- Required cut-out
- 80.7 x 49.2cm
- Total absorption
- 7.4kW
- Cooking zone size
- 22 x 18.4cm each
- Filtering airflow
- 130–580m³/h normal filtering airflow; 600m³/h maximum filtering airflow
- Extraction control
- 9 speeds plus booster
- Product dimensions
- 83 x 51.5 x 21cm
- Standard zone power
- 2.1kW per zone
- Extractor absorption
- 175W
- Automatic cooking modes
- Melting, warming, simmering and fast boiling
- Extraction energy class
- A++
- Manufacturer product code
- PRF0201565
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ A strong fit for kitchens needing an induction hob and extractor in one integrated appliance.
- ✓ Well suited to cooks who regularly use large pans, griddles or roasting dishes and can make use of the two bridge zones.
- ✓ Useful for households wanting automatic extraction, direct slider controls and dedicated melting, warming, simmering and fast-boiling modes.
- ✓ Best suited to installations with enough worktop space for an 83cm hob and the correct duct-out or filtering arrangement.
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|---|---|---|---|
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The manufacturer separates duct-out and filtering versions of this appliance. Confirm the required ventilation configuration and any installation accessories before ordering.
Cooking flexibility
The Elica NIKOLATESLA SWITCH LUX EVO BL/A/83 vented induction hob provides four OCTA cooking zones, each rated at 2.1kW with a 3.7kW booster. Each zone measures 22 x 18.4cm, giving a consistent layout for everyday pans.
Two bridge zones can combine adjacent areas for larger cookware. The direct slider gives nine cooking levels plus booster, while dedicated melting, warming, simmering and fast-boiling modes add useful control for delicate or longer cooking tasks.
Integrated extraction
The built-in extractor has nine speeds plus booster and uses Airmatic automatic control to adjust extraction according to cooking vapours and odours. In duct-out installation, airflow reaches 620m³/h on boost.
The published noise range is 34–67dB(A) in duct-out mode and 38–71dB(A) in filtering mode. That makes the low-speed figures respectable, although extraction becomes clearly more audible at higher settings.
Installation and controls
At 83cm wide, the Elica NIKOLATESLA SWITCH LUX EVO BL/A/83 hob needs an 80.7 x 49.2cm cut-out, so it requires more worktop space than a standard 60cm hob. Its total absorption is listed as 7.4kW, with a published power-limitation setting of 4.5kW.
The appliance supports direct touch-slider controls for both cooking and extraction. Buyers should match the ventilation configuration, ducting or recirculation accessories to the version being installed before ordering.
Cleaning and efficiency
The smooth black-glass surface is easy to wipe around the cooking area, while Elica specifies removable anti-odour, anti-grease and anti-humidity filters designed to last up to three years. An integrated valve helps drain accidental spills from the extraction system.
The extractor carries an A++ energy class and uses 175W for extraction. The combination of automatic airflow control and long-life filtration should help reduce routine intervention compared with a conventional hood and separate hob arrangement.
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.