Hobs are one of the most essential kitchen appliances that help in cooking and preparing scrumptious meals. However, there are several synonyms for this word, which includes cooktops, stovetops, hotplates, ranges, and burners. Cooktops are typical in modern kitchens and can be electric, gas, induction or dual-fuel. Stovetops are another term for cooktops that typically refers to the gas or electric stovetop/oven combinations. Hotplates or Portable Hotplates are a compact, portable and reasonably priced alternative that can be useful for studio kitchens, RV travelers, and people who are living in small spaces. The term ranges refers to a combination of cooktops, ovens, and sometimes broilers or griddles all in one appliance. Burners are used to describe gas or electric stovetop elements where pots and pans are placed.