The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a 60cm built-in gas hob with four burners and traditional front-mounted dials, finished in a smart black enamel. It’s part of Smeg’s retro-inspired Victoria range, so it’s designed to look the part in a more classic or country-style kitchen while still feeling solid and modern in day-to-day use.
This model focuses on straightforward gas cooking rather than flashy extras. You get sturdy cast iron pan supports, automatic ignition and a powerful wok burner for fast, high-heat cooking. With a strong 4.8 out of 5 owner rating from 16 reviews, it’s clearly gone down well with households who’ve already installed it.
At around £379, it sits in the pricier end of the 60cm gas hob market, but you’re paying for design, build quality and that Italian-made Smeg badge as much as the specification.
The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is ideal for anyone upgrading a built-in 60cm hob who wants something that feels more substantial and stylish than a basic stainless-steel model. If you’re giving your kitchen a refresh and like the idea of a more traditional, range-style look without moving to a full cooker, this fits the brief nicely.
With four burners and three different burner sizes, it suits most average UK households who cook regularly but don’t need a sprawling five- or six-burner layout. The inclusion of a high-powered wok burner is a real bonus if you stir-fry often, sear steaks or simply want pasta water to boil more quickly.
Budget-wise, this is a mid-to-premium choice rather than an entry-level buy. It’s best for buyers who are prepared to spend a bit more on design and build, rather than those purely hunting for the cheapest functional hob.
Because the controls are simple rotary dials with automatic ignition, it’s also a good match for people who prefer traditional gas controls to touch panels or complex timers – from confident family cooks to downsizers wanting something intuitive and dependable.
The powerful wok burner is the standout here, delivering quick, intense heat up to 3.3kW. That makes a noticeable difference when you’re stir-frying, reducing sauces or bringing large pans of water to the boil.
Cast iron pan supports give the hob a solid, expensive feel and provide a stable base for heavier cookware. They’re more durable than basic enamel supports and help pans glide smoothly between burners.
Automatic ignition on the dials means you can light each burner with one hand – no separate ignition button or matches to faff with. Front-mounted rotary controls are easy to see and reach, particularly if you’re shorter or have an extractor above.
Safety is decent: you get a flame failure device and automatic safety shut-off, so the gas cuts out if the flame goes out unexpectedly. It’s also LPG compatible and convertible with the kit included, making it a flexible option if you’re on bottled gas.
Overall owner feedback is excellent, with a 4.8/5 rating suggesting strong satisfaction with performance, build and day-to-day usability.
There’s no built-in timer or control panel lock, so you miss out on a couple of convenience and safety touches that are becoming more common, especially if you have young children who like to explore.
The enamel surface looks smart but won’t be quite as forgiving to scratches and scuffs as some higher-end glass or stainless finishes, and it can take a bit more effort to keep looking pristine if spills are left to dry.
With just four burners, heavy multi-pan cooks may find space a little tight compared to larger hobs, particularly if you regularly use big pans alongside the wok burner.
Finally, the price is on the higher side for a fairly straightforward 60cm gas hob without advanced features or smart functions, so value is strongest for those who particularly want the Smeg styling and solid build.
Living with the Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is largely about simple, predictable gas cooking. The automatic ignition makes starting each burner quick – you press and twist a single dial, and the flame is there. With the controls on the front, you don’t have to reach over hot pans to adjust the heat, which feels both safer and more comfortable.
The layout of the four burners, combined with three different burner sizes, gives enough flexibility for typical family meals – a large pan on the wok burner, a medium saucepan and a smaller side pan can all sit comfortably. The cast iron pan supports feel reassuringly heavy, and once in place, they give the hob a seamless cooking surface that makes sliding pans around easy.
Cleaning is what you’d expect from a traditional enamel gas hob. The supports lift off so you can wipe the surface, but you’ll want to tackle spills early to avoid scrubbing. There’s no mention of removable control knobs in the spec, so treat around the dials carefully when wiping down.
Installation needs both an electrician to connect the power for ignition and a Gas Safe engineer for the gas connection, and a hose isn’t included. The hob itself is only 3cm high, so it sits fairly flush and neat in most worktops.
Performance-wise, the SR964NGH focuses on delivering strong, controllable gas heat. The burner power ranges from 1.05kW up to 3.3kW, covering gentle simmering through to intense searing. The ultra-rapid burner doubles as a wok burner, giving you that crucial blast of heat for proper stir-frying or fast boiling.
Three burner sizes across four zones make it easier to match pan size to flame, improving efficiency and control. You can keep a delicate sauce ticking over on the smallest burner while using the medium zones for everyday tasks like boiling vegetables or cooking pasta, and reserve the wok burner for when you really need power.
On the usability front, the hob offers automatic ignition, simple front-mounted rotary dials and an integrated design that sits neatly in a standard 60cm cut-out. The cast iron pan supports are not only robust but also help stabilise taller or heavier pans – useful if you use large stockpots or cast iron cookware.
Safety features include a flame failure device and automatic safety shut-off. These cut the gas if a burner is accidentally extinguished, such as from a boil-over or draught. While there’s no child lock, these protections still provide reassurance in busy family kitchens.
What you don’t get are extras like timers, touch controls, smart connectivity or integrated gas-on-glass styling. This hob is intentionally traditional in approach, leaning on fundamentals – heat, stability and classic design – rather than bells and whistles.
At £379, the Smeg Victoria SR964NGH costs more than many basic 60cm gas hobs, which often undercut it on price. It doesn’t compete on feature count so much as on build quality and design, so it’s best viewed as a mid-to-premium style choice rather than a budget workhorse.
You’re paying for the Smeg name, Italian manufacture, cast iron supports and that distinctive Victoria aesthetic. For households that care about how the hob looks in a more traditional or shaker-style kitchen, that premium can be easier to justify.
The strong 4.8/5 user rating from 16 reviews suggests that most owners feel they’ve had their money’s worth in terms of reliability, performance and everyday satisfaction. If you simply need the cheapest gas hob to fill a space, this won’t be it, but if you want something that feels solid and looks the part, the price is reasonable for what it offers.
The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a well-made, good-looking 60cm gas hob that delivers exactly what most home cooks need: reliable heat, a powerful wok burner and sturdy support for everyday pans. It complements traditional and country-style kitchens particularly well, thanks to its classic black enamel finish and Victoria styling.
It’s not the most feature-packed option at this price, lacking touches like a timer or child lock, and cleaning an enamel surface will require a little care. But the combination of cast iron pan supports, safety cut-offs, LPG compatibility and straightforward controls makes it a dependable, pleasant hob to live with.
If you want a no-nonsense gas hob and value looks and build quality over extra gadgets, this Smeg is an excellent choice. If your priority is squeezing in as many burners and smart features as possible for the least money, you may be better off with a more utilitarian model from another brand.
