The Elica SHY-BLK-60 is a 60cm angled chimney cooker hood in sleek black glass, designed to sit above a standard hob and give a contemporary look to your kitchen. Elica is well known for stylish, design-led hoods, and this model follows that template with touch controls and discreet LED lighting.
With a maximum extraction rate of 650 m³/h and an A energy rating, it’s built to cope with the steam and smells from a medium-sized kitchen without being overly power-hungry. Owner ratings sit in the mid-range, suggesting a generally decent experience with some compromises you’ll want to be aware of.
At around the £200 mark, it falls into the mid-range for chimney hoods, offering a good mix of performance and design without straying into premium pricing.
This 60cm model is ideal if you have a standard-sized hob and a medium-sized kitchen where everyday cooking creates a fair amount of steam and odour. The 650 m³/h extraction rate is more than enough for typical family cooking, especially in open-plan or busy spaces.
It suits homeowners who care about how their kitchen looks as much as how it works. The angled black glass design feels more like a feature than a boxy appliance, and it’s a strong match for modern gloss cabinets and black or dark hobs.
Budget-wise, it’s a solid mid-range choice. You’re paying a bit more than a very basic hood, but you gain better efficiency, more extraction power and nicer touches like LED lighting, touch controls and a timer. It’s well suited to someone upgrading from a dated hood rather than fitting the absolute cheapest option.
It’s also a good fit if you’re comfortable arranging professional installation. It doesn’t come with a plug attached and will need an electrician to connect it safely, particularly if you’re venting externally.
The standout strength here is the 650 m³/h maximum extraction rate, which is strong for a 60cm hood and should clear steam and cooking smells quickly in most medium-sized kitchens.
The angled black glass design is both practical and stylish: it gives you more headroom over the hob compared with a traditional flat hood and adds a sleek, minimalist look. Touch controls keep the front clean and easy to wipe down.
Energy efficiency is very good, with an A rating and just 47 kWh annual energy consumption, so it should be cheap to run day-to-day. LED lighting also uses less power while giving a bright, focused light over your pans.
Maintenance is straightforward thanks to the washable grease filters. You can remove them and clean them with warm soapy water instead of having to buy replacements regularly, which helps keep running costs down.
The built-in timer function is a handy extra. You can leave the hood running to clear lingering odours after you finish cooking and let it switch off automatically.
Grease filtering performance is only rated class D, which means more of the cooking residue may escape the filters compared with higher-rated models, so you may find yourself cleaning surrounding surfaces a little more often.
The maximum noise level of 65 dB is fairly typical for this type of hood, but it won’t be whisper-quiet on the highest speed. If you cook a lot while entertaining or in a very open-plan space, you may notice it.
If you plan to use it in recirculating mode, you’ll need to buy separate carbon filters, and external venting will require a ducting kit – neither is included. That adds a bit to the overall cost. It also doesn’t come with a plug attached, so you’ll need an electrician to wire it in.
Finally, while features like boost mode and a timer are welcome, there’s nothing particularly smart or connected here. If you’re looking for app control or hob-to-hood connectivity, you’ll need to look at more advanced – and more expensive – models.
Day to day, the Elica SHY-BLK-60 should feel straightforward and fuss-free. The touch controls are simple enough to understand at a glance, with three speeds plus a boost mode for more intense cooking sessions. Touch panels are also easy to wipe clean, which matters on a glass front.
The angled design gives better headroom over the hob, so you’re less likely to bump your head when checking pots at the back. Its compact 36cm height and 59.8cm width mean it fits neatly above a standard hob without dominating the space.
LED lighting provides a bright, cool light over your cooking area, making it easier to see what you’re doing without having to rely on overhead kitchen lights. With two lights, coverage should be even across the width of the hob.
Maintenance is relatively painless: the grease filters lift out and can be washed in warm soapy water. If you opt for recirculation, you will need to remember to replace the carbon filters periodically, but that’s standard for this type of hood.
Installation will require a bit more planning. There’s no plug attached, and external ducting isn’t included, so you’ll need an electrician and possibly a fitter if you’re not comfortable handling the chimney and ductwork yourself.
On performance, the SHY-BLK-60 does well for a 60cm chimney hood. The 650 m³/h maximum extraction rate is more than adequate for a medium-sized kitchen and should tackle steam from boiling, frying and simmering without much fuss, especially when you use the higher speed settings.
It offers three main speeds plus a boost mode, giving you flexibility to match the fan power to what you’re cooking. Lighter tasks can use a lower setting to keep noise down, while the boost is there when you’re searing, stir-frying or cooking with multiple pans at once.
Energy performance is a strong point. With an A energy rating and fan efficiency class A, it’s designed to move a lot of air for relatively little power draw. The LED lighting also carries an A class rating, so the overall running costs should stay low.
In terms of features, the hood includes a timer function that lets you run it on after cooking to clear residual smells and then switch off automatically. The LED lights brighten your hob without glare, and touch controls give the front a clean look with no protruding switches.
The washable grease filters are another practical feature. Instead of throwing filters away, you can clean and reuse them, which is better for both your wallet and the environment. Just bear in mind that, with a D grease filtering efficiency rating, you may want to clean them reasonably often to maintain performance.
Flexibility in installation is useful too: it can be ducted to the outside for best odour removal or set up in recirculating mode if external venting isn’t possible, though you’ll need to budget for carbon filters and any ducting kit required.
At around £208, the Elica SHY-BLK-60 sits comfortably in mid-range territory for a 60cm chimney hood. You’re not paying premium-brand prices, but you do get more style and performance than with entry-level models.
The combination of a strong 650 m³/h extraction rate, A-rated energy efficiency, LED lighting and a modern angled glass design makes the price feel reasonable. Washable grease filters also help keep ongoing costs in check.
Owner ratings around 3.7 out of 5 suggest that while most buyers are satisfied, there are some reservations – likely around aspects such as noise, grease capture or installation complexity. That keeps it from being an outright bargain, but it still represents fair value if design and decent performance are your priorities.
If you are particularly price sensitive and don’t mind a plainer design or slightly lower extraction power, you can find cheaper options. For those wanting a good-looking, efficient hood without venturing into designer prices, this model lands in a sensible sweet spot.
The Elica SHY-BLK-60 is a stylish, mid-range cooker hood that pairs strong extraction performance with a contemporary angled black glass design. It’s well suited to medium-sized kitchens and everyday family cooking, with enough power in reserve for more demanding tasks when you use the higher speeds and boost.
Energy efficiency, LED lighting and washable grease filters all play in its favour, keeping running costs low and maintenance manageable. The timer and touch controls are welcome convenience touches, and the ability to duct or recirculate gives you flexibility during installation.
It’s not perfect: grease filtering could be better, installation needs a bit of planning and the noise level at full power won’t suit everyone. But if you want your cooker hood to look the part, perform reliably and stay reasonably efficient without breaking the bank, the SHY-BLK-60 is a strong contender worth shortlisting.
