The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a 60cm built-in gas hob aimed at anyone who wants traditional gas cooking wrapped in classic styling. With four burners, including a powerful wok zone, it covers most everyday cooking needs in a compact footprint.
Smeg sits firmly in the premium camp, and this hob follows suit with its enamel surface and chunky cast iron pan supports. It’s not trying to be the cheapest option, but to feel a cut above the standard stainless steel four-burner.
Owners clearly rate it highly: a 4.8 out of 5 score from multiple reviews suggests strong satisfaction with both build and day-to-day performance.
The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH suits households that cook regularly but don’t need a large, five- or six-burner surface. Its standard 60cm width makes it a straightforward replacement for most existing hobs, ideal for typical UK kitchens and flats.
If you enjoy proper pan work – searing steaks, fast stir-fries or big one-pan suppers – the dedicated wok/ultra-rapid burner will appeal. It delivers much more intense heat than a standard burner, so keen home cooks will get more control and speed.
Budget-wise, this sits in the mid to upper bracket for a four-burner hob. It’s a good fit if you’re willing to pay a bit more for design, Italian build and sturdier components rather than chasing the absolute lowest price.
It’s also well suited to people who prefer straightforward, tactile controls. There are no complicated touch panels or timers here – just front-mounted rotary knobs and automatic ignition, making it a safe bet for families and anyone upgrading from an older gas hob.
The standout feature is the ultra-rapid wok burner, offering quick, intense heat that makes stir-fries, boiling large pans of water and searing meat noticeably faster and more responsive than on a basic hob.
Sturdy cast iron pan supports give it a premium feel and keep pans particularly stable, which is reassuring when you’re moving heavy cookware or using larger pots and woks.
Automatic ignition and simple front-mounted rotary dials make it very easy to use – press, turn and you’re cooking, with no need for separate lighters or fiddly touch controls.
Safety is well covered for a gas hob, with flame failure devices and automatic safety shut-off helping cut the gas if a flame goes out, which is especially important in busy family kitchens.
It’s LPG compatible and comes with a conversion kit, so it’s a strong choice for homes running on bottled gas or off-grid properties.
There’s no timer or control panel lock, so you miss out on some of the extra convenience and child-safety features now found on certain modern hobs.
The enamel surface, while attractive, can show scratches and burnt-on marks more readily than some higher-end glass or stainless finishes, so it may need a bit more care to keep looking pristine.
Installation isn’t plug-and-play: you’ll need a Gas Safe engineer and an electrician to connect it, and the gas hose is not included, so factor in those extra costs if you’re upgrading on a tight budget.
The two-year warranty is decent but not exceptional at this price point, and some shoppers may expect a longer cover period from a premium brand.
Day to day, the Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is designed to be fuss-free. The automatic ignition means burners light with a press and twist of the front-mounted knobs, which are easy to reach without leaning over hot pans.
The layout of four burners with three different sizes gives enough flexibility for a typical meal: a large pan on the wok burner, a medium saucepan simmering at the back and a smaller pan upfront. Cast iron supports form a solid, level grid, so sliding pans between zones feels smooth and secure.
At just 3cm high and 59.5cm wide, it sits virtually flush with the worktop and doesn’t dominate the kitchen. Cleaning is straightforward: lift off the pan supports and burner caps, then wipe down the enamel surface. It will reward regular wiping; leaving spills to bake on can make cleaning more effort.
The lack of digital controls or extra functions means very little to learn. Anyone used to a traditional gas hob will feel at home within minutes, which is especially helpful in busy households where several people cook.
Performance centres on the four gas burners, with a power range between 1.05 kW and 3.3 kW. That spread gives you genuine flexibility, from gentle simmering on the smaller burner to rapid boiling and wok cooking on the ultra-rapid zone.
The dedicated wok burner is the main performance highlight. It delivers a strong, focused flame that responds instantly when you turn the control, making it easier to keep food moving and prevent overcooking. It also doubles nicely as a general high-output burner for big stockpots and pasta pans.
The hob surface is enamelled, which contributes to its classic, slightly retro look and keeps the price below some glass-ceramic alternatives. Paired with the heavy cast iron pan supports, it feels substantial and well anchored, with a reassuring weight when you set pans down.
On the safety front, the flame failure safety device automatically shuts off the gas if a flame is accidentally extinguished, reducing the risk of gas build-up. Automatic safety shut-off adds another layer of protection, which is welcome when cooking with open flames.
There are no smart features, sensors or electronic timers, but that simplicity will appeal if you value reliability and mechanical controls over touchscreens and beeps. LPG compatibility and the included conversion kit further broaden its appeal to homes not running on mains gas.
At £379, the Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is priced above many entry-level four-burner gas hobs, reflecting its premium branding and more solid construction. You’re paying for design, cast iron supports and the stronger wok burner rather than a long list of advanced electronics.
For buyers who simply want the cheapest way to cook with gas, there are more basic models that will undercut it. However, if you want a hob that looks the part in a stylish kitchen and feels built to last, the extra outlay is easier to justify.
The strong 4.8/5 user rating backs up the impression that owners feel they’re getting good value for their money. Given the safety features, LPG flexibility and overall build quality, it represents solid mid- to upper-range value, especially for those upgrading from a flimsy, older hob.
The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a well-made, attractive 60cm gas hob that delivers reliable everyday performance with a welcome boost of power from its wok burner. It’s clearly aimed at households that cook often and want something that feels a step up from the most basic options.
Its strengths lie in its sturdy cast iron supports, simple rotary controls, strong safety credentials and LPG compatibility. The enamel surface and classic styling will suit both modern and more traditional kitchens.
You don’t get digital timers or locks, and the price is higher than many plain four-burner hobs, but if you value build quality and design over bells and whistles, this is an excellent choice. Keen home cooks and style-conscious renovators in particular will find it a very satisfying upgrade.
