Installed the hob only to find that the large ring is continuously igniting. It only stops clicking if you turn it off. Went to the ao website to arrange a replacement only for them to inform me that I need to contact the manufacturer. - in Italy!. I spent a little more that I wanted to with this item because I thought it would be a reliable product. How wrong was I?

We're in love with the switches on this Smeg hob and too be honest, it was one of the main reasons for us buying it! Aside from it looking super cool in our new kitchen, theres plenty of space to cook up a storm!

This is a nice looking hob. I specifically bought the hob with the diamond arrangement of burners, as it was advertised as being more efficient for space. I have to say that it really does not work that way for me, and in fact, I find the arrangement to be not as good as the classic model. So, I am feeling a bit disappointed with the purchase.

Excellent hob, strong burners, quick to heat. Brushed finish makes it difficult to look clean and it holds the wipe marks - I use WD40 to wipe over to clear the smears. Note if you have cabinets right next to your hob and you boil a big pan on the wok burner you may get steam inside your cupboard doors.

The hob is a great design, the separate gas plates are adjusted to give different levels of heat which is far better than my previous job which had to be adjusted manually. I can judge more easily which one to use for a articular task. I am very pleased with its design and function. The one thing I'm finding more tricky is the ignition. It is not immediate on pressing the knob down but takes a couple of seconds. This is minor compared to all the good things about it.

The hob looks good, however one of the rings has suddenly turned a copper colour. Disappointed with AO, they have passed me onto Smeg and am still awaiting a reply? Would like this replacing as it was only installed a few weeks ago

Good product, looks smart, great build quality and works as expected.

We had chosen a 5 ring hob, which arrived but had to return it as the cabinets overhung it. We chose this hob as a replacement and are delighted we did. The arrangement of the rings gives plenty of space for larger pans. So far the only downside is the lowest flame is still too high. But we'll live with it:)