Smeg KBT900BL 90cm Chimney Cooker Hood In Black Review, Prices & Score

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Smeg KBT900BL 90cm Chimney Cooker Hood In Black
85BestBuysUK Score
BestBuysUK 100-point assessment · from 12 verified specifications
Features86
Efficiency82
Ease of Use84
Performance88
Build Quality84
Value for Money80
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Appliance City Retailer partner
£539.00 Last checked 11 Sep
Appliance Superstore Retailer partner
£599.00 Last checked 11 Sep

🏆 Review & price summary

This Smeg KBT900BL cooker hood is a black, T-shaped wall-mounted cooker hood designed for larger hobs and modern kitchens. Its supplied information highlights intensive extraction up to 686m³/h, three speeds, independent LED hob lighting, automatic switch-off and a 24-hour air-refresh function. Installation can be ducted externally or configured for recirculation with optional charcoal filters.

✓ Key strengths

  • ✓ Strong intensive extraction is specified at up to 686m³/h for demanding cooking
  • ✓ Flexibility for different kitchen layouts
  • ✓ Two independent LED lights illuminate the hob area and can be used without the fan
  • ✓ The 24-hour air-refresh function is designed to maintain ventilation with low disruption

Key Specifications

Type
Wall-mounted chimney cooker hood
Width
90cm
Colour
Black
Design
T-shaped
Controls
Straightforward controls with automatic switch-off function
Lighting
Two integrated LED lights
Fan speeds
3
Vent outlet
150mm
Air-refresh function
Operates for 10 minutes every hour over a 24-hour period
Installation options
Ducted or recirculating
Manufacturer product code
KBT900BL
Maximum intensive extraction
Up to 686m³/h

Who Should Buy It?

  • ✓ A good fit for larger kitchens or wide hobs where a 90cm hood is appropriate.
  • ✓ Suitable for buyers who need a choice between external ducting and recirculating operation.
  • ✓ Useful for households that value independent hob lighting and scheduled air refresh.

Extraction and ventilation

The Smeg KBT900BL cooker hood is aimed at larger cooking areas, with intensive extraction stated at up to 686m³/h. Three fan speeds provide a straightforward range of everyday settings, while the intensive mode is intended for stronger cooking odours and heavier steam.

The hood supports both external ducting and recirculating installation. Ducted operation uses a 150mm vent outlet, while recirculating use requires compatible charcoal filters available separately.

Everyday controls and lighting

Two integrated LED lights provide illumination over the cooking area and can be operated independently from the extraction fan. This should make the hood useful both while cooking and when additional ambient lighting is wanted.

Automatic switch-off adds convenience after cooking, and the 24-hour air-refresh function runs for 10 minutes every hour across a 24-hour period. The available product information describes this as a low-energy, low-disruption ventilation feature.

Design and suitability

The black T-shaped chimney design gives the Smeg KBT900BL cooker hood a prominent contemporary appearance above a hob. Its 90cm width makes it most naturally suited to larger hobs and kitchens with enough wall space for a broad wall-mounted appliance.

The available product information does not provide full dimensions, noise figures or energy-rating details, so those points should be checked before installation or purchase.

Research note: this BestBuysUK assessment is based on the manufacturer's published specifications and other reputable technical sources. Specifications and retailer availability can change, so verify critical details before purchase.