Elica NT-SWH-EVO-WH Switch EVO 83cm Vented Induction Hob in Ice White Grey Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Elica NikolaTesla Switch EVO WH/A/83 induction hob is a sophisticated cooking-and-extraction appliance for buyers who want a clean, hood-free kitchen design without giving up four full-sized induction zones. Its two bridge zones, automatic Airmatic extraction, Warming Mode and broad control set make it highly capable for everyday cooking. The trade-offs are its 83cm footprint, 7.4kW electrical demand and the extra planning required for ducting or filtering installation.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Large, elongated or oval cookware
- ✓ Airmatic automatically adjusts extraction to vapour levels and cooking type
- ✓ Strong duct-out performance with up to 620m³/h boost airflow
- ✓ Removable filters, a drain valve and a smooth glass surface simplify routine maintenance
- ✓ Includes practical functions such as Warming Mode, Stop&Go, Child Lock, Delay Switch Off and Recall
Worth considering
- The 83cm width and 80.7 x 49.2cm cut-out require more worktop space than a standard 60cm hob
- The 7.4kW total load and permanent electrical connection make installation more demanding than a lower-powered hob
- Filtering operation is rated up to 71dB(A), compared with up to 67dB(A) in duct-out mode
- Recirculating installation needs a compatible filtering arrangement and careful planning below the worktop rather than a simple plug-and-play setup
Key Specifications
- Finish
- White glass ice grey finish
- Weight
- 20.5kg
- Dimensions
- 83 x 51.5 x 21 cm
- Bridge zones
- 2
- Key features
- Bridge Zone, Airmatic, Warming Mode, Delay Switch Off, Child Lock, Stop&Go, Recall and Timer
- Product type
- Built-in induction hob with integrated downdraft extractor
- Suction speed
- 5.1m/s
- Voltage options
- 220–240V / 380–415V 2N / 380–415V 3N
- Cooking controls
- 9P+B touch-control direct slider
- Duct-out airflow
- 130–525m³/h
- Power limitation
- 3.1–4.5kW
- Required cut-out
- 80.7 x 49.2 cm
- Total absorption
- 7.4kW
- Filtering airflow
- 130–580m³/h
- Cooking zone power
- 2.1kW / 3kW boost per zone
- Extraction controls
- 9S+B slider touch control
- Duct-out noise level
- 34–67dB(A)
- Filtering noise level
- 38–71dB(A)
- Duct-out boost airflow
- 620m³/h
- Cooking zone dimensions
- 21 x 19.1cm per zone
- Extraction energy class
- A++
- Induction cooking zones
- 4
- Manufacturer product code
- PRF0196330
- Filtering intensive airflow
- 600m³/h
- Odour, grease and moisture filter life
- Up to 3 years
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Homeowners wanting induction cooking and integrated extraction in one appliance
- ✓ Large kitchens, islands or open-plan layouts where a separate hood would be visually intrusive
- ✓ Cooks who regularly use large pans, griddles or oval cookware and can use the two bridge zones
- ✓ Buyers able to accommodate an 83cm appliance, a large cut-out and a high-power electrical installation
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Noise depends on installation mode: Elica rates the appliance at up to 67dB(A) in duct-out mode and up to 71dB(A) in filtering mode.
Cooking performance and flexibility
The Elica NikolaTesla Switch EVO WH/A/83 hob provides four induction zones, each measuring 21 x 19.1cm and rated at up to 3kW with boost. This gives a generous layout for everyday multi-pan cooking, while the two bridge zones can combine neighbouring areas for larger or elongated cookware.
The direct slider controls provide separate adjustment for the cooking zones, with power limitation settings from 3.1kW to 4.5kW. Warming Mode, pot detection, timer controls and Recall add useful control for slow cooking, holding food warm and recovering settings after an accidental switch-off.
Integrated extraction
The Elica NikolaTesla Switch EVO WH/A/83 hob combines induction cooking with a concealed downdraft extractor, avoiding the need for a separate wall-mounted hood. In duct-out mode, airflow ranges from 130 to 525m³/h, rising to 620m³/h on boost, with a stated suction speed of 5.1m/s.
Airmatic automatically adjusts extraction according to vapour quantity and cooking type, then gradually reduces extraction after cooking. The combined filter system handles grease, odours and moisture, while the manufacturer states that the filters can last for up to three years.
Installation requirements
This is a substantial 83cm appliance measuring 83 x 51.5 x 21cm, with an 80.7 x 49.2cm cut-out. It therefore needs more worktop space than a standard 60cm hob and should be treated as a planned installation rather than a straightforward replacement.
The stated total absorption is 7.4kW, and the manual specifies permanent electrical connection by a qualified installer. The appliance can be used in duct-out or filtering mode, but filtering installations require the appropriate compatible arrangement and sufficient space below the worktop.
Controls, cleaning and day-to-day use
The smooth glass surface leaves the extraction area concealed when it is not in use, and the touch-slider interface controls both cooking and extraction. Bridge Zone, Stop&Go, Child Lock, Delay Switch Off and Recall give the hob a broad set of practical functions without adding separate controls around the cooking surface.
Elica provides removable filters and a drain valve for dealing with spills entering the extraction area. Duct-out operation is rated at 34–67dB(A), while filtering operation is rated at 38–71dB(A), so the quieter result depends on how the appliance is installed.
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.