A hob for large utensils, the Samsung NZ63B5046GK

With a maximum power of 7400 watts, the Samsung NZ63B5046GK hob has three cooking zones, the left pair of which can be combined to form a single large heating surface, suitable for large or atypically shaped utensils such as fishmongers. Nevertheless, the right circular hearth is not outdone. Composed of two inductors nested one inside the other, its diameter can range from 21 to 28 cm, which should be enough for a good-sized casserole dish or casserole.

Unlike many Samsung hobs, the NZ63B5046GK lacks the removable wheel available on the NZ63J9770EK or the Virtual Flame system. As a reminder, the latter uses LEDs to simulate the flames licking the lower walls of the pans in order to give the user the impression of using a gas piano.

However, it is not devoid of any sophistication. Thanks to its control panel using sensitive keys, fussy chefs can choose one of the 15 power levels to finely adjust the temperature within the utensils. It should be noted that less advanced hobs are generally content with nine levels. Another advantage of the NZ63B5046GK is that it can communicate via Bluetooth with a compatible extractor hood. The idea is to have only one device to configure and for the hood’s suction performance to be in perfect harmony with the hob settings.

Finally, since we are in 2022 and IT has invaded kitchens, the NZ63B5046GK can be paired via wifi to a smartphone equipped with the SmartThings application to configure the different households, set up a timer or an alarm. It’s a safe bet that notifications can be sent at key moments of cooking or that a digital user manual is provided, as well as simplified access to after-sales service.

Sold in various brands under very similar references, you can get the NZ63B5046GK for 400 € without too much difficulty.