The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a 60cm built-in gas hob that combines traditional styling with a solid, family-friendly layout. Finished in black enamel with chunky rotary dials and cast iron pan supports, it’s clearly aimed at anyone who wants a more classic look than a standard stainless-steel hob.
With four burners including a powerful wok zone, automatic ignition and built-in flame failure safety, it covers the essentials confidently rather than chasing flashy extras. The price puts it in the premium end of 60cm gas hobs, reflecting the Smeg badge and design-led finish.
Owners rate it highly, with an impressive 4.8 out of 5 from user reviews, suggesting that in real kitchens it’s performing just as well as it looks.
The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is ideal for style-conscious homeowners who want their hob to complement a more traditional or shaker-style kitchen. If you’re pairing it with other Smeg Victoria appliances, it will blend in seamlessly as part of a coordinated set.
With four burners and a dedicated wok burner, it suits small to medium households that cook regularly, from everyday pasta and stir-fries to bigger weekend meals. The burner power range from 1.05 to 3.3 kW gives enough flexibility for gentle simmering as well as fast boiling.
This is a good choice if you value solid build and a premium brand over lots of advanced features. The simple rotary controls and automatic ignition make it very approachable for anyone upgrading from an older gas hob, including first-time renovators.
If you’re on a strict budget or want the latest smart features, timers and touch controls, this probably isn’t the best fit. But if you’d rather pay a bit more for robust cast iron supports, classic looks and dependable performance, it’s right on target.
The standout feature is the dedicated wok burner, delivering quick, intense heat that’s perfect for stir-frying, searing meat or rapidly bringing large pans of water to the boil. It gives the hob a welcome performance boost over basic four-burner layouts.
Sturdy cast iron pan supports give a reassuringly solid feel and help pans sit securely, which is especially useful with heavy cookware and large woks. They also add to the premium, range-style appearance.
Automatic ignition on the controls means no fiddling with matches or separate igniters – you simply turn the dial and the burner lights, making it intuitive for everyday use.
Safety is well covered with flame failure devices and automatic safety shut off, which cut the gas if the flame goes out. For a gas hob in a busy family kitchen, that’s a big plus.
The 4.8/5 user rating backed by multiple reviews suggests that reliability, build quality and overall satisfaction are strong.
For a 60cm hob at a premium price, the feature set is relatively straightforward. There’s no timer, no control panel lock and no advanced functions such as automatic simmer settings or digital displays, which some similarly priced hobs now offer.
The enamel surface, while in keeping with the traditional look, can be a little more prone to visible marks and may require more careful cleaning than glass or some brushed steel designs.
Controls are front-mounted rather than side-mounted, which some parents might prefer to be further away from little hands. And while the two-year warranty is decent, some rivals in this price bracket offer longer cover.
Finally, the hob still requires both an electrician to connect the power and a Gas Safe engineer for the gas connection (with the hose not included), so installation costs will add to the overall spend.
Day to day, the Smeg Victoria SR964NGH feels straightforward and reassuringly solid. The front-mounted rotary dials are chunky and clearly laid out, so choosing the right burner and adjusting the flame becomes second nature after a couple of uses.
Automatic ignition built into each control means lighting the hob is quick and fuss-free – just a twist and press. The powerful wok burner brings pans up to temperature rapidly, which is noticeable when boiling water or flash-frying.
The cast iron pan supports create a stable cooking surface across the whole hob, so moving pans from one burner to another feels smooth and safe. Their weight does mean lifting them off for cleaning takes a bit more effort, but they stay put during cooking and give that sturdy, range-style feel.
At only 3 cm high and 59.5 cm wide, it sits neatly into a standard 60cm cut-out without dominating the worktop. The black enamel finish and simple layout help it blend into both modern and more traditional kitchens, especially when paired with matching Smeg appliances.
Performance-wise, the SR964NGH covers typical family cooking very well. The burner power range of 1.05 to 3.3 kW gives you a good spread from low, controlled heat for simmering sauces to much higher output on the ultra-rapid burner for stir-fries and fast boiling.
The inclusion of a dedicated wok burner is a real asset. It delivers concentrated, intense heat that standard burners struggle to match, so you can achieve better searing and keep ingredients moving quickly in a large pan.
Cast iron pan supports are a hallmark of higher-end hobs. On this model they not only look the part but also provide a robust, continuous surface. That’s especially useful when using heavy casserole dishes or large stockpots.
Safety features are strong. The flame failure device ensures gas is cut if a flame blows out, and the automatic safety shut off adds an extra layer of protection if something goes wrong. Combined with automatic ignition, it strikes a good balance between traditional operation and modern safety.
While there’s no timer, control lock or touch controls, the basic feature set is executed well. For many home cooks, the clear layout, consistent flame control and fast heat where it matters will be more important than extra bells and whistles.
This is positioned as a premium 60cm gas hob, and you’re clearly paying for the Smeg badge, the Victoria styling and the superior feel of cast iron supports rather than an extensive list of smart features.
If your priority is the lowest possible price, there are cheaper four-burner hobs that will still handle everyday cooking. But they’re unlikely to match the combination of design, build quality and brand heritage you get here.
Given its strong 4.8/5 owner rating and the inclusion of a powerful wok burner, automatic ignition and solid safety systems, the SR964NGH offers good value for buyers who care about both looks and long-term durability. It’s best seen as an investment piece for a styled kitchen rather than a budget workhorse.
The Smeg Victoria SR964NGH is a well-executed traditional gas hob with modern safety and a useful performance boost from its wok burner. It feels robust, looks the part in classic and country-style kitchens, and is backed up by excellent user feedback.
It won’t appeal to everyone. If you want touch controls, timers and smart features, or you’re working to a tight budget, there are more advanced or more affordable options around. But for those who value design, solid cast iron supports and simple, reliable controls, it delivers exactly what you’d hope for from a Smeg Victoria appliance.
If you’re upgrading a kitchen where style and substance matter equally, and you’re happy with a traditional gas layout, this hob is a very strong contender.
