Comfee CVU30W4AST 30 inch Under Cabinet Ducted/Ductless Convertible Slim Vent Durable Stainless Steel Kitchen Reusable Filter, 3 Speed Exhaust Fan and 2 LED Lights Range Hood, 2.0 Version

I'm going to award 5 stars for this hood, but I want to be clear about the trade-offs being made in this purchase. So, let's say you live in a nice house, but you want to upgrade your "builder-grade" under cabinet hood to match your new 36 inch gas stove. When I say, match your stove, I mean your hood has to be able to draw in the gases (fuel+CO), smoke and grease. Without a decent hood, your gas stove is going to be a source of pollutants, irritation to the lungs and even cause asthma (apparently). So a good range hood is essential. Now, I normally think of high quality appliances as being heavy and sturdy, with lightweight appliances being cheap. So, I was disappointed when I first lifted the feather weight package. I thought how can something so light be better than what I have? But, lighter materials allow cheaper shipping, which allows more technology. Frankly, this is the ONLY range hood I have seen with gesture controls, whereby you can simply wave your hand in front of the sensor and change the speed or turn on or off the lights. Wave left or wave right to go up or down in fan speed. For the low price, light weight item you are also getting 3 fan speeds instead of 2 from the big box stores. I use the lowest setting mostly, but if I use multiple burners I need to crank it up. It is relatively quiet and sounds 'smooth' like a fan without obstruction. Surprisingly it is advertised as 450 cfm, that is double the power of most of the similar priced hoods I am seeing. Now, I have no way of proving it is 450 cfm, but the high setting seems to be drawing a lot of air. You also get your choice between ducted (mine) or a ductless filtered system. I advise going ducted if you can, because it is less maintenance and the smells go outside rather than clogging a filter. Now, interestingly, this unit blows the Samsung model out of the water when it comes to actual surface area of the hood that draws air. The Samsung has a 30 inch model with about a 15 inch area that draws air. This one is much wider to (I think) draw more air. So, these factors are why I am giving it a 5 star review. I also saw that Comfee won a consumer award for some appliance, so the manufacturer seems legit. Yet, I still have reservations about the feather weight appliance that enables such great technology. Firstly, I have read the reviews before posting my own. Not one of the 11 reviews mentioned the gesture controls, but instead referred to the touch controls. I assume this is because the gesturing might take time to get used to (waving your hand instead of touching a button). But it might be because it isnt working. Indeed, when I first received my unit I was standing in front of the sensor (do not block the sensor) and my gesturing was inoperable. I ended up getting a replacement because I did not think gesturing worked. And in reality, it seemed to vary according to how fast/hard I waved my hand. And we have to wonder how often the smoke and grease will clog the sensors? I have no idea about that. I also worry about digital controls. How long will they last, as compared to manual controls? With all of this said, for the added technology and the more powerful cfm (which I think is safer as it pulls more exhaust out of the living area) and the wider area for the fan to operate as compared to competitors, I still give it 5 stars. I suppose the worst that could happen is needing to replace it after couple of years (it has a one year warranty). All up, it is kinda cool and a little awesome if you have appropriate expectations.

The **Comfee' CVU30W2AST 30-inch range hood** is an excellent choice for any kitchen. The **stainless steel** design gives it a sleek, modern look while ensuring durability. Installation was straightforward, and it fits perfectly under my cabinet. The **200 CFM exhaust fan** provides strong suction, effectively removing smoke, grease, and odors, keeping my kitchen fresh. The **two-speed settings** allow for flexibility depending on the cooking intensity. I also appreciate the **reusable filter**, which is easy to clean and saves money compared to disposable filters. Whether used in ducted or ductless mode, the performance remains impressive. The operation is **quiet**, and the button controls are simple and responsive. It’s also energy-efficient, which is a great bonus. Overall, this range hood is **a fantastic value for the price**, delivering both style and function. If you're looking for a reliable and efficient under-cabinet range hood, I highly recommend this model.

Functionality is good value for the money was good could have a lot more suction and the LED light is kind of not as bright as I'd like it all in all good product

The Comfee 30-inch under-cabinet range hood has truly transformed my kitchen. It fits perfectly under the cabinets above the stove and replaced my old unit that struggled with smoke removal. The stainless steel finish gives it a premium look, making it feel like a high-end appliance without the steep price tag. While regular cleaning is necessary to maintain its shine, the modern design significantly enhances the overall aesthetic of my kitchen.I opted for the 200 CFM model since I primarily engage in light cooking, and it’s been more than sufficient for my needs. One small detail to note is the recommendation to replace the carbon cotton composite filter every 3-4 months to keep the performance at its best. Although finding the replacement filter may require a bit of extra effort, the impressive performance and stylish design make this range hood a fantastic investment for any home.

First the shipping was horrible. Came in it's factory box which had very bad protection. The package that was supposed to come to my door, went through USPS and the box was destroyed. The Product was damaged and bent in 2 different places. Even the Styrofoam packing material was broken up. The tape sealing the box, sealed nothing and the box was open. Post office said might wanna check and make sure everything is there since it looked like it was put through a crash test procedure.Flimsy is an understatement one bent part I could pretty effortlessly shove back into place with my finger. Got to be the thinnest metal ever used in such a product.The light is a joke and not what is shown as 2 round LED in front it's one rectangle 1x4 inch light that's rectangular in the rear.The fan is hardly whisper silent.The wire in - this is not hard wired, it's a plug in, I must have missed that in the add. I now have to install a junction box and plug and run holes through cabinets to install it.Sometimes cheap is never the best option, move on to a better brand from a Box Store.Says it's 30" - it is not 30" gaps on both sides.

I love itFan on second speed it's fastVery nice qualityI will buy this again.I purchased 2 items