Wall-Mounted Range Hoods | Residential/Commercial Kitchens | Exhaust Rate: 18 m³/h (Base) ▲20 m³/h (Advanced) (Industry: 10–15 m³/h) Noise: 43 dBA (Base) ▲40 dBA (Advanced) (Industry: 55 dBA) Tempered Glass Housing (Industry: often stainless steel) | ▲53% higher exhaust than industry, quieter operation (Base: 43 dBA "quieter than a refrigerator hum"), sleek design | Requires wall space, bulkier than under-cabinet models |
Under-Cabinet Range Hoods | Space-Constrained Kitchens | Exhaust Rate: 10–12 m³/h (Industry Standard) Compact Design (Industry: standard for small spaces) | Space-saving, cost-effective | Limited airflow (only 10–12 m³/h), less effective for heavy cooking |
Island-Mounted Range Hoods | Open-Plan Kitchens | Exhaust Rate: 20–25 m³/h (Industry Standard) Modern Aesthetic (Industry: often industrial-style) | High airflow, stylish design | Expensive, requires structural modifications, loud operation (up to 65 dBA) |
Ductless Range Hoods | Apartments Without Ductwork | Exhaust Rate: 10–12 m³/h (Industry Standard) Charcoal Filters (Industry: standard for ductless systems) | No ducting required, easy installation | Ineffective for heavy油烟, frequent filter replacement costs (~$50/year) |
Commercial-Grade Range Hoods | Restaurants/Hotels | Exhaust Rate: 100+ m³/h (Industry Standard) Heavy-Duty Materials (Industry: stainless steel, industrial-grade filters) | Handles high油烟 loads, durable | Extremely loud (70+ dBA), bulky, costly to install and maintain |
Smart/Connected Range Hoods | Tech-Savvy Households | Manual Controls (Base) ▲Wi-Fi/Voice Control (Advanced) (Industry: basic manual controls) Noise: 45 dBA (Industry: 50–60 dBA) | Advanced: Remote control via app, automated settings; Base: Simple operation | Higher cost for Advanced, requires setup, dependency on connectivity |