Very stylish looking machine. Takes a while to work out how to use the oven to its full extent with so many options and modes operated by just 2 knobs. Gas hob burners do not always heat the thermocouples quickly, leading to burners going out when the knob is released. After a few days, 2 of the 6 thermocouples stopped working altogether, necessitating a callout for repair under warranty.

Very pleased with our new range cooker. Stylish and a real focal point in the kitchen. The grill function is good and I like having the sliders on the shelf for easy access. Only downside I thought all the shelves came with sliders. Still finding my way around the working of the cooker controls so need to spend some time reading the manual! Expensive item but Up to now I can’t fault it. Would recommend this cooker.

We have replaced a smeg range with the Portofino and i am disappointed… It feels like a showy pumped up version of our old one and not as well made .. The hob knobs feel tacky and plastic ,when you light a gas ring you need to stand back by 1/2 a metre as the flame is huge ..when you need a low heat to simmer ,the lowest setting is still too high . The oven is ok (having only used it 3 times ) it is alot smaller inside as the inner walls are very thick …and it stands off the back wall way too much due to the gas pipe placing !! I was so excited to have another amazing smeg range oven but this one is not the same calibre .

Looks great, but built to a price not to a standard. First one delivered had to be replaced due to chipped enamel inside oven, which AO dealt with efficiently. Not had chance to use all the features yet, but seems to work as it should. Needlessly 'electronic' to operate it and has an annoying loud click in use (sounds like a relay cutting oven element in/out to control temperature). Pleased it has 5yr extended warranty, just in case. Wife loves it of course!