Smeg SIM3964MB 6 Zone 90cm Induction Hob Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
This Smeg SIM3964MB hob is a 90cm induction hob with six cooking zones, including three flexible MultiZones. Its touch controls, nine power levels, boost function and bridge options provide substantial cooking flexibility, while automatic pan detection, residual heat indicators and control locks add reassurance. The supplied information also lists automatic ventilation adjustment, keep-warm functionality and configurable power consumption.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Generous capacity for busy cooking sessions
- ✓ Three flexible MultiZones and bridge functionality accommodate larger or unusually shaped cookware
- ✓ Rapid, precise heat adjustment
- ✓ Includes child protection, pan detection and residual heat indicators
Key Specifications
- Width
- 90cm
- Finish
- Matt black glass
- Controls
- Touch controls with back-lit white LED
- Hob type
- Induction
- Power levels
- 9
- Cooking zones
- 6
- Boost function
- Boost available on all 6 zones
- Flexible zones
- 3 MultiZones
- Safety features
- Control lock, child safety, automatic switch-off for overheating or overflowing, accidental-start protection and residual heat indicators
- Cooking flexibility
- Bridge option and flexible zones that can be combined or used separately
- Ventilation control
- Auto-Vent 2.0 for automatic adjustment of compatible hood fan speed
- Additional functions
- Automatic pan detection, timer, keep-warm automatic function and grill function
- Power consumption mode
- Limited Power Consumption Mode, configurable from 2400W to 11100W
- Manufacturer product code
- SIM3964MB
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ A strong fit for large households or keen cooks who regularly use several pans at once.
- ✓ Suitable for kitchens where flexible zones are useful for griddles, larger pans or unusual cookware shapes.
- ✓ Worth considering where a 90cm hob can be accommodated and induction-compatible cookware is available.
- ✓ The configurable power limit may suit installations that need controlled electrical demand.
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Cooking capacity and flexibility
Six induction zones give this hob a generous layout for preparing several dishes at the same time. Three MultiZones can be used flexibly, while the bridge option allows smaller zones to be linked for larger cookware.
Nine power levels and boost on all six zones offer a broad range of heat adjustment. Quick-start and rapid level selection are also listed, which should make frequent changes more straightforward.
Controls and everyday functions
The touch-control interface uses back-lit white LED indicators and includes a timer. The supplied information also lists automatic keep-warm functionality and automatic pan detection, helping the hob adapt to different cooking tasks.
Auto-Vent 2.0 is designed to adjust the fan speed of a compatible hood according to the hob’s selected temperature and power. This is a useful connected ventilation feature where the surrounding installation supports it.
Safety and installation considerations
Safety provisions include a control lock, child safety, protection against accidental start-up, automatic switch-off for overheating or overflowing and residual heat indicators. These features are particularly useful in a busy family kitchen.
The hob has a matt black glass finish and an ultra-low profile described as suitable for flush-fit or ultra-low-profile installation. Its configurable Limited Power Consumption Mode spans 2400W to 11100W, so the appropriate installation setting should be considered carefully.
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.