The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a 60cm built-in gas hob that blends traditional styling with modern safety features. Finished in black enamel with chunky cast iron pan supports, it is clearly aimed at homeowners who want their hob to look as good as it cooks.
With four burners including a powerful wok zone and automatic ignition, it covers the needs of most households that prefer the responsiveness of gas. At this price it sits in the more premium end of 60cm gas hobs, but the strong 4.8 out of 5 owner rating suggests buyers feel they’re getting what they pay for.
If you’re updating a classic-style kitchen or pairing with other Smeg Victoria appliances, this model is designed to be a feature piece as well as a functional everyday hob.
The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is ideal for small to medium households that cook most days and want the instant control of gas without a huge, five or six-burner footprint. At 60cm wide it will drop into a standard hob cut-out, making it a straightforward upgrade for most kitchens.
Its design and price point make it best suited to buyers looking for a premium, more traditional aesthetic rather than the cheapest possible option. If you’re putting together a coordinated Smeg or period-style kitchen, the enamel top and front-mounted rotary controls will fit right in.
Keen home cooks will appreciate the ultra-rapid wok burner, which delivers quick, intense heat for stir-fries, searing and large pans. At the same time, the lower-powered burners cater for gentler tasks like simmering sauces or boiling vegetables, so it works well as an all-rounder rather than a specialist hob.
If you mainly reheat ready meals or rarely use more than one pan at a time, this hob may be more than you strictly need, but it will still appeal if you prioritise looks and solid build quality.
Four burners with three different sizes give good flexibility for everything from small saucepans to large stockpots, without wasting energy on oversized flames.
The dedicated wok (ultra rapid) burner is a real strong point, providing up to 3.3 kW of heat for fast stir-frying, quick boiling and effective searing when you need serious power.
Sturdy cast iron pan supports offer a stable, durable platform for your cookware and add to the premium look. They feel more substantial than basic wire supports and help pans sit level across the surface.
Automatic ignition and simple rotary dials make it very intuitive to use. There’s no separate ignition button to press, so you can get a flame going with one hand while holding a pan in the other.
Safety is well covered with flame failure devices and automatic safety shut off, so gas is cut if a flame goes out unexpectedly. For families or busy kitchens, that extra peace of mind matters.
The hob is LPG compatible and supplied with a conversion kit, which is a big plus if your home runs on bottled gas or you’re fitting it in a countryside property or holiday home.
There’s no built-in timer or control panel lock, so you’ll need to rely on your oven timer or a separate device, and households with very young children may miss a lock function on the dials.
The enamel surface looks smart but can show marks and burnt-on spills more readily than some modern glass or stainless finishes, meaning you may need to be a bit more diligent with cleaning to keep it looking its best.
As a premium branded 60cm hob, it is likely to sit above entry-level prices for gas hobs that offer a similar basic burner layout. You’re paying partly for styling and build quality rather than an especially advanced feature set.
While the two-year warranty is reasonable, some rivals in this price bracket offer longer cover, so long-term peace of mind is good rather than outstanding.
Day to day, the Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is built to feel familiar and fuss-free. The front-mounted rotary dials are easy to reach, so you don’t need to lean over hot pans to adjust the heat. Each burner lights with automatic ignition as you turn the knob, which quickly becomes second nature.
The four-burner layout is well spaced for a 60cm hob, and the cast iron pan supports create an even, flush surface so you can slide pans across without them catching. Heavier pots feel secure and stable, which is particularly reassuring when using the powerful wok burner at full blast.
Because it’s an enamel surface with cast iron supports, you’ll get the best results if you let the hob cool and then wipe spills reasonably promptly. The pan supports are removable, so you can lift them off for a more thorough clean, though they are weightier than basic supports so it’s worth taking a little care when handling them.
Installation will need both a Gas Safe engineer for the gas connection and an electrician to attach the necessary plug or cable, but once fitted there’s very little to manage beyond occasional cleaning and the usual gas safety checks.
Performance-wise, this hob covers the key bases well. The burner power range runs from 1.05 kW up to a punchy 3.3 kW, so you can move from a gentle simmer to a rapid boil without difficulty. The ultra rapid burner is particularly effective for big pans, woks and deep frying, where maintaining high, consistent heat is important.
Having three different burner sizes across the four zones makes it easier to match pan size to flame size, which helps with both cooking results and energy use. You can keep delicate sauces ticking over on the smaller burner while using the larger zones for pasta, potatoes or stir-fries.
Safety features are comprehensive for a traditional gas hob. Flame failure devices automatically cut the gas if a flame is blown out, and automatic safety shut off provides an extra backstop if something isn’t right. Combined with automatic ignition, this keeps operation simple while reducing risk.
The enamelled surface gives the hob its classic look and is tougher than it appears, resisting the everyday knocks of home cooking. The cast iron supports not only feel robust but also hold heat, which can help keep food warm in the pan when you turn the flame down low.
Flexibility at installation is another plus. The hob is LPG compatible and comes with a conversion kit included, so your installer can set it up for either mains gas or bottled LPG without needing extra parts. For rural homes or annexes that don’t have a mains gas connection, that makes this model a more practical choice.
This Smeg Victoria hob sits in the premium camp for a 60cm four-burner gas model, reflecting both the brand and its design-led approach. You can certainly find cheaper hobs with four burners and cast iron supports, but they’re unlikely to match the aesthetic, perceived solidity and heritage feel of this range.
Where it justifies its price is in the combination of strong real-world performance, reassuring safety features and an attractive, coordinated look that pairs well with other Smeg appliances. The inclusion of an LPG conversion kit also saves an extra purchase for those who need it.
The high 4.8 out of 5 user rating, backed by a healthy number of reviews, suggests owners generally feel they’ve had good value for their money. If you’re purely spec-hunting on a tight budget there are more basic options, but for a stylish, reliable gas hob that feels a step up from entry-level, it offers solid value.
The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a well-made, attractive 60cm gas hob that focuses on classic looks and solid everyday usability rather than flashy extras. With four well-judged burners, a powerful wok zone and robust cast iron supports, it has all the essentials for confident home cooking.
Its strengths lie in its design, build quality and sensible safety features. Automatic ignition and flame failure protection make it straightforward and reassuring to use, while LPG compatibility broadens where it can be installed.
You do pay a premium for the Smeg name and styling, and the feature set remains fairly traditional – there’s no timer, lock or smart functions. If you’re after the most advanced hob tech, you may want to look elsewhere. But if you want a dependable, great-looking gas hob that fits a classic or country-style kitchen and has an excellent owner track record, this model is a very strong contender.
