The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a 60cm built-in gas hob with four burners, finished in black enamel with chunky cast iron supports and retro-inspired controls. It’s designed to bring Smeg’s classic styling into a standard-sized kitchen cut-out.
With automatic ignition, a powerful wok burner and solid pan supports, it focuses on dependable everyday cooking rather than flashy smart features. The price sits in the premium bracket for a 60cm gas hob, which reflects both the Smeg badge and the traditional Victoria design.
Owners clearly rate it highly: an average score of 4.8 out of 5 from multiple reviews suggests it’s performing well in real kitchens, with very few complaints about reliability or usability.
The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is ideal for anyone upgrading a built-in 60cm hob and wanting something that looks as good as it cooks. If you’re creating a traditional or country-style kitchen and don’t want a flat, ultra-modern glass hob, this enamel and cast iron combination will fit in beautifully.
It suits keen home cooks who like to juggle a few pans at once and occasionally cook with a wok. The inclusion of a dedicated high-power wok burner makes quick stir-fries and searing much easier than on basic four-burner hobs.
Budget-wise, this is more of a premium choice than a cheap-and-cheerful replacement, so it’s best for buyers who are happy to pay a bit more for build quality and design. It’s also a good option for households on mains gas or LPG, as a conversion kit is included.
If you want lots of digital timers, touch controls or Wi-Fi features, this isn’t aimed at you. But if you prefer straightforward rotary dials and the instant response of gas, it fits the bill.
Four burners in a compact 60cm width give enough space for everyday family cooking without needing to alter standard worktop cut-outs.
The dedicated wok burner delivers quick, intense heat up to 3.3kW, making it much easier to stir-fry, sear meat or bring large pots to the boil compared with regular burners.
Sturdy cast iron pan supports provide a stable, level surface and feel far more substantial than lightweight enamel trivets. They also help pots slide between burners without lifting.
Automatic ignition built into the rotary controls means you can light each burner with one hand – no need for separate ignition buttons or matches.
Safety is well covered with flame failure devices and automatic safety shut-off, reducing the risk if a pan boils over or a flame is accidentally blown out.
LPG compatibility with a supplied conversion kit makes it suitable for homes without mains gas, including some rural properties and holiday homes.
For a 60cm hob with four burners, the price is on the high side, largely due to the Smeg name and styling rather than a long list of advanced features.
The enamel surface, while attractive, can mark or chip more easily than some stainless or glass alternatives if you’re not careful with heavy pans.
There’s no integrated timer or control panel lock, so you rely on your oven timer or a separate device to track cooking times, and families with small children may miss the extra reassurance of a lock.
Cast iron supports are robust but relatively heavy, so lifting them off for cleaning can feel a bit cumbersome compared with lighter pan supports.
Day to day, the Smeg Victoria SR964NGH feels reassuringly solid. The front-mounted rotary dials are easy to reach, with automatic ignition sparking as you turn, so you can control each burner precisely with one hand. There’s no learning curve – if you’ve used a gas hob before, you’ll be comfortable straight away.
The layout of the four burners, with three different sizes, works well for typical UK cooking, from simmering sauces to boiling pasta. The powerful ultra-rapid burner comes into its own when you need serious heat quickly, and the cast iron pan supports give a stable base even for larger pots.
Cleaning is straightforward but not completely fuss-free. The enamel surface can be wiped down once cool, and the pan supports lift off for a deeper clean in the sink. Because they’re solid cast iron, they’re weighty and a little awkward to manoeuvre, so you’ll want to take care not to knock the enamel.
Installation is typical for a gas hob: it needs both an electrician to connect the power for ignition and a Gas Safe engineer to make the gas connection. Once fitted, it becomes a simple, dependable piece of kit you don’t have to think about.
Performance-wise, the SR964NGH covers the core essentials very well. With a burner power range from 1.05kW up to 3.3kW, it offers gentle heat for simmering as well as serious output for fast boiling and wok cooking. The gas response is instant, so you can dial in the flame size with precision.
The standout feature is the ultra-rapid wok burner. It provides concentrated high heat that keeps stir-fries lively and helps you sear meat quickly, which is often where cheaper four-burner hobs fall short. If you regularly cook in a wok or use large pans, this makes a noticeable difference.
Build quality feels strong, thanks to the cast iron pan supports and the enamelled surface. The supports create a continuous grid, so sliding pans between burners is easy and safer than lifting heavy pots. The enamel top brings a classic look that pairs nicely with other Smeg Victoria appliances and traditional kitchen units.
On the safety front, the hob includes automatic safety shut-off and flame failure devices. If a flame goes out unexpectedly, the gas is cut automatically, which is particularly reassuring in busy family kitchens.
What you don’t get are digital extras: there’s no built-in timer, no touch controls and no smart connectivity. Within the busy gas hob market, this model distinguishes itself more by its style, build and strong basic performance than by advanced technology.
As a four-burner 60cm gas hob, the Smeg Victoria SR964NGH sits toward the premium end of the price spectrum. You are paying partly for the Smeg badge and the distinctive Victoria styling, rather than a long list of high-tech features.
That said, the key fundamentals are all there: a powerful wok burner, robust cast iron supports, flame failure safety, automatic ignition and LPG compatibility with a supplied kit. For many buyers, those attributes, combined with the classic design, justify the extra spend over a more basic, anonymous hob.
The strong user rating of 4.8 out of 5 from a solid number of reviews suggests owners feel they’ve got their money’s worth in everyday use and reliability. If you’re simply after the cheapest functional hob, you’ll find lower-priced options. But if you want something that feels substantial, looks the part and should last, the value proposition is still reasonable.
The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a stylish, well-built 60cm gas hob that focuses on doing the basics exceptionally well. It delivers strong, responsive heat, a genuinely useful wok burner and reassuring safety features, all wrapped in a classic enamel and cast iron design that will complement a traditional or premium kitchen.
It’s not the right choice if your priority is a low price or a raft of digital features like timers and touch controls. You’re paying a premium for the Smeg name and the Victoria aesthetic, and the enamel surface demands a bit of care.
If you’re happy to invest a little more in a hob that looks good, feels solid and has been warmly received by owners, the SR964NGH is a very attractive option. For style-conscious cooks who value gas responsiveness and a powerful wok burner, it’s easy to recommend.
