KOBE INX2930SQBF-500-1
While some range hoods contain an incorporated blower, other options are created for aesthetics and then furnished with a range hood insert to offer the function needed for adequate airflow over your cooktop. The KOBE INX2930SQBF-500-1 insert fits 30- and 36-inch range hoods and provides 550 CFM of air flow at top speed. If you're performing light cooking, though, the low fan speed, which operates at just 2.0 sones, is the quietest. This is the noise level of a library or a professional office—in other words, it won't interfere with normal conversation or television viewing. The baffles and aluminum mesh inserts of this range hood addition are dishwasher safe, making maintenance a breeze.
In addition to removing smoke and aromas from your cooktop, this KOBE range hood insert illuminates your cooking surface. A pair of 3W LED lightbulbs cast a bright, white glow that makes it simple to see what you're cooking. If there's anything to criticize about the KOBE INX2930SQBF-500-1, it's that the included bulbs are too bright for certain cooks' tastes. Mechanical push buttons on the face of the range hood insert control the light and fan functions, which are buried out of sight once the item is mounted beneath your kitchen hood.
Specifications:
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 27.75 x 14.75 inches
- Mount Type: Insert
- Vent Type: Ducted
- Maximum Air Flow Capacity: 550 CFM
- Number of Fan Speeds: 3
- Price: $285 ( at Amazon)
Pros:
- Powerful CFM
- Bright LED lighting
- Dishwasher-safe baffles
Cons:
- Only available for ducted installation
- Noisy on higher fan speeds
