Neff vs Smeg Hobs

Shoppers weighing Neff against Smeg will find similar price territory, and both brands have a gas hob at exactly £349. Neff's range includes the T26PIP4S0 gas hob at £309, the T26CIP8N0 stainless gas hob at £349, the T26CB49S0 at £419 and the T56FHS1L0 four-zone smart induction hob at £549. Smeg's range includes the PX364L 60cm stainless gas hob at £349, the SI2641DUK induction hob at £389, the 75cm SI2741DUK at £479 and the SI2741D at £579.

Neff's features include FlexInduction zones, TwistPad Fire Control and PowerTransfer, which moves settings with a pan between zones. The T56FHS1L0 adds combi zone and Multitouch+ control. Smeg's induction models use Digi touch controls, an ultra-low profile and automatic switch-off on the SI2641DUK, and the SI2741D adds nine power levels with boost. Smeg also offers SmegConnect app support and zone sizes from 14cm to 30cm. Neff's gas models use FlameSelect, and its warranty is two years.

Neff suits households that want flexible zones and a smart induction option, with the T56FHS1L0 offering combi zone and Multitouch+ control at £549. Smeg suits buyers who want design and a slim induction profile, such as the SI2641DUK, or a compact 60cm gas hob like the PX364L. Smeg's induction models typically need a 32-amp circuit, which may affect installation cost compared with Neff's gas options. Both brands offer models in the 60cm size most UK kitchens use, so the choice often comes down to controls, colour and the level of smart features wanted.

Bottom line: choose Neff if you want the T26CIP8N0 gas hob at £349 with FlameSelect, or the T56FHS1L0 smart induction hob at £549. Choose Smeg if you want the slimline SI2641DUK at £389, or the SI2741DUK at £479 for a 75cm induction surface.