Fisher & Paykel CI905DTTB1 Series 9 90cm 5 Zone Induction Hob In Black Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Fisher & Paykel CI905DTTB1 induction hob is a wide five-zone model aimed at ambitious home cooks and modular kitchen designs. Its two SmartZones, strong PowerBoost settings, 6-inch touchscreen, SmartHQ connectivity and included wireless temperature sensor give it a broad feature set. The large footprint, specialist electrical installation and touchscreen-only interface mean it is best suited to planned high-specification kitchens rather than straightforward hob replacements.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Generous cooking capacity for larger households and entertaining
- ✓ Two SmartZones link cooking areas for large pans, griddles and elongated cookware
- ✓ Centralised control and supports compatible modular Fisher & Paykel products
- ✓ PowerBoost reaches up to 5, 500W on the centre zone and 3, 700W on the other zones
- ✓ Add useful control beyond basic induction cooking
Worth considering
- The 900mm width and 862mm cutout make it unsuitable for compact kitchens or standard 600mm hob replacements
- The 48A service requirement and terminal-block connection require a suitable fixed electrical installation rather than a simple plug-in arrangement
- No physical dials for cooks who prefer tactile controls
- Using a SmartZone joins two zones and controls them as one, reducing the number of independently controlled cooking areas while the flexible zone is active
Key Specifications
- Depth
- 530mm
- Timer
- Minute timer
- Width
- 900mm / 90cm
- Finish
- Black glass
- Height
- 62mm
- Controls
- 6-inch touchscreen
- Hob type
- Induction
- PowerBoost
- Yes
- SmartZones
- 2
- Power supply
- 220-240V, 50/60Hz
- Cooking zones
- 5
- Safety features
- Keylock, pan detection, safety time-out and surface-hot indicators
- Cleaning surface
- Flat easy-clean glass surface
- Centre zone rating
- 1,850/2,600W; PowerBoost 3,000/5,500W
- Included accessory
- Wireless temperature sensor included
- Installation format
- Primary or standalone modular hob
- Service requirement
- 48A
- SmartHQ connectivity
- Yes
- Electrical connection
- Terminal block, 1N or 3N
- Left-rear zone rating
- 2,100W; PowerBoost 3,700W
- Left-front zone rating
- 2,100W; PowerBoost 3,700W
- Right-rear zone rating
- 2,100W; PowerBoost 3,700W
- Right-front zone rating
- 2,100W; PowerBoost 3,700W
- Display language support
- Multi-language display
- Flush-installation cutout
- 862mm wide x 509mm deep
- Manufacturer product code
- CI905DTTB1
- Proud-installation cutout
- 862mm wide x 507mm deep
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Large kitchens needing a wide five-zone induction hob with room for multiple pans.
- ✓ Cooks who regularly use large pans, griddles or elongated cookware with the two SmartZones.
- ✓ Users who want touchscreen operation, app connectivity and an included wireless temperature sensor.
- ✓ Buyers planning a Fisher & Paykel modular cooking layout or wanting a primary hob that can also operate standalone.
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Cooking performance and flexibility
The Fisher & Paykel induction hob provides five cooking zones, with two SmartZones that link pairs of zones for larger pans and griddles. This gives it more flexibility than a conventional five-zone layout, particularly when cooking elongated foods or using oversized cookware.
PowerBoost is available on every zone. The centre zone is rated at up to 5,500W on its highest PowerBoost setting, while the four surrounding zones can reach 3,700W, giving the hob substantial high-heat capability when the electrical installation supports it.
Controls and connected features
A central 6-inch touchscreen replaces physical dials and provides unified control of the hob. It also acts as the control point for compatible Fisher & Paykel modular hobs and ventilation products, making the design well suited to a coordinated cooking area.
SmartHQ connectivity allows users to monitor active zones, power levels, timers and wireless temperature-sensor readings from a smartphone. The included wireless temperature sensor adds useful control for temperature-sensitive tasks such as poaching, sous-vide cooking and monitoring proteins.
Installation and kitchen planning
At 900mm wide, this is a substantial built-in hob intended for larger worktops rather than compact kitchens. The manufacturer specifies an 862mm-wide cutout, with different depth requirements for proud and flush installation, so accurate planning is important.
The hob uses a terminal-block connection and has a 48A service requirement. It therefore needs a suitable fixed electrical installation and professional kitchen planning rather than a simple plug-in setup.
Cleaning and safety
The flat glass surface is designed for straightforward wiping after cooking, with no physical knobs around which food can collect. The minimalist black finish also suits flush-mounted contemporary kitchen designs.
Pan detection, a keylock, safety time-out and surface-hot indicators provide useful everyday protection. The minute timer and multi-language touchscreen display add further control without adding separate controls to the worktop.
Overall assessment
The Fisher & Paykel induction hob combines strong boost performance, flexible SmartZone cooking and unusually comprehensive touchscreen and connected features. Its included temperature sensor and ability to control compatible modular products help distinguish it from simpler five-zone induction hobs.
The main compromises are the large installation footprint, high-current electrical requirement and touchscreen-only operation. It is best suited to buyers planning a high-specification kitchen who will make regular use of its modular and smart features.
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.