9 Best Hob Cleaners 2024 | UK Chef Reviewed

The smell of cleaning products can overpower a room, even long after you've finished the housework, so it's worth looking into a product like this that has a lovely, lemony scent. The formula contains chemicals to fight dirt but only gentle ones, which makes it safer to use. 

It also helps to fight invisible bacteria in addition to obvious food marks and stains. Astonish cleaning products are hugely popular and with good reason, they are excellent at getting the job done and they're affordable too. This cleaner really will do it all – it's even suitable for microwaves! 

This luxurious product is as good as it looks. The front label clearly tells you everything you need to know: this is a product that is eco-friendly but most definitely packs a cleaning punch. 

All of the ingredients are plant-derived and you won't find any nasty bleaches or any other overly strong cleaning products. Because they aren't tested on animals, Delphis products are suitable for vegans. The plastic bottles are made from recycled plastic and are themselves recyclable. 

If you're worried about scratching and damaging your hob, do not fear, because this cleaner is specially designed to treat induction, electric and ceramic hobs, all of which are more prone to picking up scratches. 

After use, you'll notice the glorious shine that is left, and the powerful formula means you get 40 uses from this small container. Because of the large number of hazardous ingredients, though, you'll have to make sure you wear protective gear when using it. 

Cleaning your hob is about more than just getting it looking as good as new – it is also about keeping your family safe by removing dangerous bacteria. This cleaner from Hob Brite kills 99% of bacteria so you can keep your surfaces as hygienic as possible. 

This product is loved by professional cleaners for its ability to remove burnt-on food that has built up after daily use. It also helps to protect against future staining and potential bacteria growth.  

You might well be looking for a spray option that uses chemicals, but not ones that damage the planet in the process. Ecover has created all sorts of wonderful products that all have an eco-friendly ethos but don't sacrifice their cleaning power. 

The cleaner uses natural ingredients to make something that will efficiently clean both the hob and oven but won't be unsafe, and these ingredients also make this spray smell really nice. And once you're done with it, the bottle is recyclable too! 

This hob cleaner not only gets rid of dirt in the first place, but it also helps to stop it from building up in the future. The spray cap makes it easy to apply evenly so you can get to work with the scrubbing and wiping. 

This cleaner is suitable to use on a wide variety of hobs, but especially on those that are electric and ceramic. Anionic surfactants are included, which makes it a powerful cleaner, but it also means that it's more likely to cause irritation. Don't forget the gloves! 

This set has more to offer than most hob cleaners. Not only does it have a powerful solution that provides a chemical way of cleaning, but it also has a scraper to assist with the really tricky stuff. 

And, once you're done, there's a polishing cloth that will leave any glass or stainless steel patches looking spotless. This set is specifically for ceramic hobs, so won't be as versatile as some, but it does mean you'll get a really good, specialised clean if that's what you're looking for. 

Safe and fresh-smelling, you don't have to worry about this spray-on product leaving any nasty residue. Because the chemicals aren't too strong but still get to work instantly, this cleaner can be used daily. 

Designed to be used quickly, this cleaner is only able to get rid of mild scale. If you have anything tougher staining your hob, you'll want to get your hands on a product that is a bit more powerful. 

Want to get your hobs sparkling but don't want to use lots of harsh chemicals to do it? These cloths are specially designed to wipe away grime with the help of just some water. They use clever microfibre technology to pick up specs of dirt without a hard abrasive harsh abrasive, so you don't need to worry about scratches. 

These cloths can do a lot with a little, but they might struggle to shift dirt that is really burnt onto the hob. A good choice if you want to go for something eco-friendly, but not if you want a really deep clean.