The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a 60cm built-in gas hob finished in black enamel, designed to bring traditional styling and solid performance to a modern kitchen. With four burners, chunky cast iron pan supports and a dedicated wok burner, it focuses on dependable, responsive cooking rather than flashy extras.
Smeg sits firmly at the premium end of the market, and this hob follows that pattern: it looks and feels more upmarket than many standard 60cm models. The price reflects that, but you are paying for design and build quality as much as the specification.
An average user rating of 4.8 out of 5 from a healthy number of reviews suggests owners are very happy with how it performs day to day, especially for varied home cooking.
This hob suits households that cook regularly and want reliable, responsive gas rather than induction or ceramic. With four burners and a width of 60cm, it’s ideal for small to medium-sized kitchens where space is tight but you still want enough room to juggle pans for family meals.
It’s a good fit for home cooks who enjoy stir-fries, searing and fast boiling. The ultra-rapid wok burner delivers intense heat, so you can get a pan ripping hot quickly – something you’ll appreciate if you like wok cooking or speedy weeknight pasta.
Budget-wise, this is best viewed as a mid-to-premium choice rather than a bargain buy. You’re paying for Smeg’s retro-inspired Victoria styling, sturdy cast iron supports and Italian build, so it’s suited to buyers upgrading a kitchen or completing a co-ordinated Smeg look rather than kitting out a rental on the cheap.
If you prefer simple, mechanical controls over touch panels and extensive electronics, the front-mounted rotary dials will appeal. First-time buyers and more experienced cooks alike will find the layout intuitive and reassuringly straightforward.
The standout feature is the powerful wok burner, which provides quick, concentrated heat for stir-fries, big pans of boiling water and fast searing. It gives you flexibility that basic four-burner hobs often lack.
Sturdy cast iron pan supports span the hob, creating a stable, continuous surface. They feel solid, help pans sit level and are more durable than flimsier enamelled wire supports, which is reassuring if you use heavy cookware.
Automatic ignition and simple front-mounted rotary dials make getting started effortless – you can turn the flame on and adjust it with one hand while holding a pan with the other.
Safety is well covered with flame failure devices and automatic safety shut-off, so the gas will cut out if a flame goes out unexpectedly. That’s a key reassurance for busy family kitchens.
LPG compatibility, with a conversion kit included, makes it a flexible choice if your home runs on bottled gas or you plan to move and might change supply in future.
There’s no built-in timer or control panel lock, so you miss out on a couple of convenience and safety extras that some more feature-loaded models now offer.
The enamel surface looks smart, but it won’t hide fine marks as well as some glass or stainless-steel tops and can take a bit of effort to keep spotless, especially around the burner caps.
As a four-burner hob with fairly classic controls, it doesn’t offer advanced features like dual-ring burners with fine simmer settings or smart connectivity. If you want cutting-edge tech, this is more traditional.
The 2-year manufacturer warranty is decent, but given the premium positioning, a longer cover would have been welcome for extra peace of mind.
Day to day, the Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is designed to be straightforward. Automatic ignition means you simply press and twist a dial to spark the burner, so there’s no juggling separate ignition buttons or matches. With the controls positioned at the front, you don’t have to reach across hot pans to adjust the flame.
The four burners are arranged to give a good spread of sizes, and the three different burner sizes help you match heat to pan: gentle heat for simmering at one end, and the ultra-rapid wok burner for high-intensity cooking at the other. That makes it easy to have a sauce bubbling away while you boil pasta or flash-fry vegetables.
The continuous cast iron supports make sliding pans around the hob feel stable and secure. They’re weighty but lift off in sections for cleaning, and while cast iron is not the lightest material to handle, it repays you with durability and a more professional feel.
Cleaning is typical of a traditional gas hob. The enamel surface wipes down with a cloth and mild cleaner once the burners have cooled. You’ll need to remove the supports and burner caps to get into the corners, but the fairly open layout helps avoid awkward nooks where spills can collect.
Installation-wise, it’s a built-in model that must be fitted by a Gas Safe engineer, and an electrician will need to connect the ignition supply, so it’s not a DIY job. Once installed, though, everyday operation is pleasingly simple and unfussy.
Core performance is strong for a 60cm gas hob. With a burner power range from 1.05 kW up to 3.3 kW, you get enough low-end control for simmering sauces without scorching, plus a powerful boost on the ultra-rapid burner for quick boiling and wok cooking.
The hob offers three different burner sizes across the four zones, so you can pair each pan with a suitable flame. This not only improves cooking results but also helps avoid wasting gas by running a huge flame under a tiny saucepan.
The wok burner is a particular highlight. Positioned as an ultra-rapid burner, it delivers concentrated, high-intensity heat ideal for stir-fries and large pots. For many home cooks that single burner can transform how quickly meals come together, especially when cooking for a family.
Build and materials are well chosen for everyday use. The enamel surface is tough and heat resistant, while the cast iron pan supports add a sense of solidity you don’t always find on basic models. Together, they give the hob a reassuring, slightly professional feel, especially combined with the classic Victoria design language.
On the feature side, this model keeps things deliberately simple. There are no touch controls, timers or smart features – just automatic ignition, rotary dials and comprehensive gas safety systems including flame failure devices and automatic safety shut-off. For many buyers that simplicity is a plus, reducing the chances of electronics failing and making operation very intuitive.
This Smeg Victoria model sits in the mid-to-premium bracket for 60cm gas hobs. You can certainly find cheaper four-burner options, but they typically compromise on build materials, design and the presence of a genuine high-output wok burner.
Here, you’re paying for a combination of Smeg styling, Italian manufacture, robust cast iron supports and strong safety features, all of which help justify the price if you value quality and aesthetics. The included LPG conversion kit also adds value for households that might switch gas type.
The impressive user rating of 4.8 out of 5 suggests owners feel they’ve had good return on their investment, with few issues reported and plenty of satisfaction with day-to-day performance. If you simply want the cheapest hob, this isn’t it, but if you’re after a well-made, good-looking gas hob that should last, the cost feels reasonable.
Overall, it offers good value for buyers who care about build and design as much as the basic spec sheet and are happy to pay a little extra for a more premium finish.
The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a stylish, well-built 60cm gas hob that focuses on doing the fundamentals very well. Responsive burners, a powerful wok zone and sturdy cast iron supports make it a dependable partner for everyday cooking, from gentle simmering to high-heat stir-fries.
It’s not loaded with advanced features, timers or smart functions, and the enamel surface will need a bit of regular care to keep it looking pristine. But for many households, the simplicity of rotary controls, automatic ignition and solid safety systems will be exactly what they want.
If you’re upgrading a kitchen and want a classic-looking gas hob with premium touches, strong owner satisfaction and flexible LPG compatibility, this Smeg is a very appealing choice. Those on a strict budget or hunting for cutting-edge tech may prefer to look elsewhere, but as a stylish, reliable all-rounder, it’s hard to fault.
