The Smeg Concert SUK61MX9 is a 60cm single oven dual fuel cooker that pairs a roomy multifunction electric oven with a responsive gas hob, all wrapped in Smeg’s trademark stainless steel styling. It’s designed for cooks who want the precision of gas on top and the even, reliable heat of an electric oven below.
With a 70-litre main cavity, fan assistance and Smeg’s Circulaire technology to keep flavours from mingling, it’s well suited to family cooking and regular batch baking. The built-in Vapour Clean steam function and easy-clean enamel help keep maintenance manageable.
Owners rate it highly, with an average score of 4.7 out of 5 from nearly 400 reviews, which suggests that beyond the glossy looks, it performs reliably in real kitchens.
The Smeg Concert SUK61MX9 is ideal for households that cook most days and want a reliable, good-looking centrepiece rather than a basic utility cooker. The 70-litre oven capacity, fan assistance and multiple functions make it a strong fit for families or keen home bakers who often have more than one dish on the go.
If you prefer the control and instant response of gas burners for frying, searing and stir-fries, the four-burner gas hob with an ultra-rapid burner will appeal. The included LPG conversion kit also makes it a sensible option if you’re on bottled gas rather than mains.
This is very much a premium-leaning model rather than an entry-level choice. The price reflects the Smeg badge, stainless steel build and feature set, so it will suit buyers who are willing to pay more for design and brand reputation rather than simply chasing the cheapest 60cm cooker.
However, if you want the functionality of a range cooker but only have space for 60cm, this single-oven design offers generous capacity and flexibility in a standard footprint, making it a good compromise for smaller and medium-sized kitchens.
The 70-litre multifunction oven gives you proper flexibility, with fan assistance, conventional top-and-bottom heat and a dedicated defrost setting, so you can switch between crispy roasts, even bakes and gentle warming as needed.
Smeg’s Circulaire technology circulates hot air around the cavity to minimise flavour transfer, so you can cook a main and dessert together without one picking up smells from the other. It also helps food cook more evenly across multiple shelves.
On the hob, you get four gas burners with cast iron pan supports and an ultra-rapid burner that’s ideal for fast boiling or using a large pan or wok. Automatic ignition and a flame failure safety device add welcome convenience and peace of mind.
Cleaning is relatively straightforward for a non-pyrolytic oven. The easy-clean enamel interior and Vapour Clean steam function loosen grease, so you usually only need a quick wipe-down rather than heavy scrubbing, and the removable inner door glass makes it easier to keep the door looking fresh.
The triple-glazed door helps keep heat in and the exterior cooler to the touch, and the built-in storage compartment is a practical touch for trays and pans in compact kitchens.
Despite the premium price and strong spec, there are a few compromises to be aware of. You only get one oven shelf as standard in a 70-litre cavity, which feels a bit stingy for a cooker aimed at keen home cooks and may mean budgeting for extra shelves.
There’s no interior light listed for the main cavity, which is unusual these days and makes it harder to check on food without opening the door and losing heat.
Cleaning, while helped by Vapour Clean and enamel, is still not as effortless as a full pyrolytic self-cleaning oven, so heavy users will need to put in some manual effort. There’s also no child lock on the controls, which families with very young children might miss.
Finally, it doesn’t come with a plug or gas hose, and it requires both an electrician and a Gas Safe engineer for installation, so you’ll need to factor professional fitting costs into your budget.
Day to day, the Smeg Concert SUK61MX9 behaves like a solid, dependable cooker. The buttons and dial controls are straightforward, and the LED display with electronic programmable timer makes it simple to set cooking times or plan around mealtimes.
The gas hob is responsive and easy to live with. Automatic ignition means no fumbling for matches, while the cast iron pan supports feel sturdy and secure under heavier pans. The burner power range from 1 to 3.5 kW gives you enough fine control for simmering sauces as well as rapid boiling.
In the oven, fan-assisted modes help dishes cook evenly without constant rotating of trays. The Circulaire function is particularly handy when you’re making a full Sunday lunch or baking multiple trays of biscuits. Closed-door grilling feels safer and more efficient, as hot air stays inside the cavity.
Cleaning routines are relatively hassle-free. Trigger the Vapour Clean function, add a little water and the steam helps soften baked-on splashes so they wipe away more easily from the enamel interior. Being able to remove the inner door glass is a boon when you want to give the door a proper deep clean.
The only real usability niggles are the absence of an interior light and control panel lock, which would have made checking progress and keeping little hands away that bit easier.
Performance-wise, the SUK61MX9 is well equipped for everything from midweek meals to more ambitious weekend cooking. The large 70-litre main cavity is rated A for energy efficiency, with fan energy consumption of 0.8 kWh, which is reasonable for an oven of this size.
The multifunction oven offers six functions, including fan assistance, conventional top-and-bottom heat and defrost. This mix covers most cooking tasks well, whether you’re after crisp pizzas, evenly risen cakes or slow roasts. The closed-door electric grill is useful for browning and finishing dishes without heating up the whole kitchen.
Smeg’s Circulaire system stands out as a genuinely useful feature. By circulating air around the cavity, it reduces hot and cold spots and helps ensure that food on different shelves cooks at a similar rate. It also helps limit flavour transfer, so sweet and savoury dishes can share the oven when you’re short of time.
On the hob, four gas zones with three different sizes cater to various pan diameters. The ultra-rapid burner is particularly strong for searing, stir-frying or getting a big pot of water up to the boil quickly. Stainless steel hob surfaces and cast iron pan supports give it a robust, professional feel, though they’ll show spills more readily than enamel.
Safety and convenience features are sensibly covered: automatic safety shut-off, flame failure devices on the burners, triple-glazed door, automatic ignition and a storage compartment. The inclusion of LPG compatibility with a conversion kit in the box widens its appeal to homes without mains gas.
At around £999, the Smeg Concert SUK61MX9 sits firmly in the premium end of the 60cm dual fuel market. You’re paying for the Smeg brand, stainless steel finish and a well-rounded spec rather than a bargain-basement price.
That said, the combination of a large 70-litre multifunction oven, efficient fan performance, Circulaire technology and a robust gas hob with an ultra-rapid burner gives it more substance than some style-focused rivals. Features like Vapour Clean, easy-clean enamel and LPG compatibility add further value in day-to-day use.
The strong owner feedback – a 4.7/5 rating from 389 reviews – suggests that buyers generally feel they’ve had their money’s worth, with no widespread reliability concerns apparent from the data provided. The 2-year manufacturer warranty is decent, if not class-leading, for an appliance at this price point.
If you simply want a basic cooker for occasional use, this will feel expensive. But if you’re upgrading a main kitchen and want a dependable, good-looking dual fuel cooker with genuinely useful features, the price is justifiable.
The Smeg Concert SUK61MX9 is a stylish, capable dual fuel cooker that backs up its premium badge with strong real-world performance. The generous 70-litre multifunction oven, effective Circulaire fan system and powerful gas hob make it well suited to busy family kitchens and keen home cooks.
Cleaning aids such as Vapour Clean and easy-clean enamel, plus sensible safety features and LPG compatibility, make it a practical choice as well as an attractive one. Owner ratings are reassuringly high, indicating that most users are very happy with both its cooking performance and day-to-day reliability.
It’s not perfect: the lack of an interior light, only one supplied shelf and the need for professional installation slightly take the shine off, especially at this price. But if you’re after a premium-feeling 60cm dual fuel cooker that looks the part and cooks consistently well, the Smeg Concert SUK61MX9 deserves a spot on your shortlist.
