The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a 60cm built-in gas hob finished in black, aimed at cooks who like traditional styling but still want modern safety and control. With four burners, including a powerful wok burner, it’s designed to handle everything from everyday pasta to weekend stir-fries.
Smeg sits firmly in the premium camp, and this model reflects that with its cast iron pan supports and Italian build. It’s not the cheapest 60cm gas hob you can buy, but the specification is more considered than basic entry-level options.
Owner feedback is very strong, with an average 4.8 out of 5 from a solid number of reviews, suggesting people are impressed with how it looks, feels and performs once it’s installed.
The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is well suited to small and medium-sized households that cook most days and want a dependable, good-looking hob rather than the cheapest option available. The four burners cover standard family needs comfortably, and the 60cm width makes it an easy swap for most existing cut-outs.
It’s a strong choice if you appreciate classic design. The black enamel surface and chunky rotary dials fit well in traditional or shaker-style kitchens, or alongside other Smeg Victoria appliances where a coordinated look matters.
Keen home cooks who regularly use a wok or large pans will particularly appreciate the ultra-rapid burner. It delivers intense heat quickly, so it’s ideal for searing, stir-fries and big pots of boiling water.
If you’re on a strict budget or want the latest induction technology with touch controls and timers on every zone, this isn’t the right fit. But if you prefer the responsiveness of gas, want something that feels solid and premium, and are happy with a straightforward feature set, it’s a very good match.
The standout feature is the dedicated wok burner, which delivers quick, powerful heat for fast cooking and large pots – something many cheaper hobs lack. It makes a real difference when you’re trying to bring big pans to the boil or keep a stir-fry properly sizzling.
Sturdy cast iron pan supports give the hob a premium, professional feel. They hold pans securely, cope well with heavy cookware and span the surface so you can slide pans across without lifting.
Everyday usability is strong thanks to simple front-mounted rotary dials and automatic ignition. You can see and reach the controls easily, and lighting a burner is as simple as turning the knob.
Safety is well covered with flame failure devices and automatic safety shut off, cutting the gas if a flame goes out. Combined with LPG compatibility and an included conversion kit, it’s a flexible and reassuring option for a range of homes.
The 4.8/5 user rating suggests owners are very happy with both performance and build quality, which backs up the on-paper specification.
Despite the premium branding, the surface is enamel rather than glass, which can take a bit more effort to keep looking pristine, especially around the burners.
There’s no built-in timer or control panel lock, so you don’t get the extra convenience or peace of mind some modern hobs offer, particularly in homes with curious children.
The 2-year manufacturer warranty is reasonable but not exceptional in this price bracket, where some rivals stretch to longer cover.
Finally, while performance is strong for a 60cm gas hob, the feature set is deliberately traditional. If you’re looking for touch controls, flexible cooking zones or smart connectivity, you’ll need to look at induction or more advanced gas models.
Day to day, the Smeg Victoria SR964NGH feels straightforward and reassuringly solid. The front-mounted rotary dials fall easily to hand, so you don’t have to lean over hot pans to change the heat. Automatic ignition means each burner lights with a simple twist, without juggling a separate lighter.
The four burners are arranged to give you a good spread of sizes, so you can simmer a sauce on a smaller burner while using the ultra-rapid zone for a frying pan or wok. With three different burner sizes, it’s easy to match the flame to the diameter of your cookware.
Cast iron pan supports create a level, continuous surface. Heavy pots sit securely without wobbling, and you can shuffle pans around as needed. The trade-off is that these supports are weightier than basic enamel grids, so lifting them off for cleaning takes a little more effort.
The enamel hob surface should wipe clean reasonably well with a soft cloth, but as with any enamel gas hob, spills around the burners are best dealt with quickly to avoid baked-on marks. There are no overly complex features to set up or learn, so once it’s installed by a Gas Safe engineer and plugged in by an electrician, it’s essentially a case of turn-and-cook.
For a 60cm gas hob, the SR964NGH covers the fundamentals very well. The burner power ranges from 1.05 kW for gentler tasks up to 3.3 kW on the ultra-rapid burner, giving you precise control whether you’re gently melting chocolate or fast-boiling a large pan of water. Having three different burner sizes makes it easier to avoid flames licking up the sides of smaller pans.
The dedicated wok burner is the performance highlight. It delivers intense, focused heat that’s ideal for Asian-style cooking, fast searing and reducing sauces quickly. This is a feature you tend to see on more capable mid-range and premium hobs, and it adds real versatility.
From a safety point of view, the inclusion of a flame failure safety device and automatic safety shut off is important. If a pan boils over or a draught blows the flame out, the gas supply is cut automatically, which is especially reassuring in busy family kitchens.
The enamel surface and cast iron pan supports are chosen more for durability and style than outright ease of cleaning, but they suit the Victoria range’s retro-inspired look and stand up well to daily use. Automatic ignition on all burners saves time and makes the hob feel more modern than its classic appearance might suggest.
Installation features are sensibly thought through: it’s LPG compatible with a conversion kit included, and the power requirement is modest at 3 amps, though you will need both a Gas Safe engineer and an electrician to connect it properly. The 60cm width means it will slot into most standard hob cut-outs without drama.
At around £379, the Smeg Victoria SR964NGH sits in the mid-to-upper price bracket for a 60cm gas hob. You’re paying a premium over basic models, but you’re getting more than just a badge – there’s a solid specification, quality materials and a cohesive design that matches other Smeg Victoria appliances.
The presence of a powerful wok burner, heavy-duty cast iron supports and comprehensive safety features helps justify the price. Cheaper hobs often compromise on at least one of those areas. The Italian build and classic styling will also appeal if you’re investing in the overall look of your kitchen rather than simply replacing a worn-out appliance as cheaply as possible.
The strong 4.8/5 user rating suggests owners feel they’ve had good value from the hob in real-world use. If you’re purely cost-driven and just want gas rings at the lowest possible price, there are more basic options. But if you want something that looks and feels premium without venturing into very high-end territory, the value proposition here is attractive.
The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a well-executed 60cm gas hob that mixes traditional design with genuinely useful performance. The standout wok burner, sturdy cast iron pan supports and simple front controls make everyday cooking easy and enjoyable, while safety features such as flame failure protection add welcome peace of mind.
It’s not the most feature-packed hob on the market and doesn’t try to compete with induction for clever functions, nor is the enamel surface the lowest-maintenance option. The warranty could also be longer at this price. But those are relatively small compromises if you value classic looks, solid build and responsive gas power.
If you’re upgrading a standard 60cm gas hob and want something that feels a step up in quality without becoming complex to use, the Victoria SR964NGH is a strong choice. Style-conscious home cooks and Smeg fans in particular will find a lot to like here.
