Product review (3 stars): Looks nice, but not very powerful
I bought the 30" range hood to replace an over-the-range microwave which has a recirculating option. This range hood looks very stylish and has useful LED lights, but ultimately isn't a great range hood to me because it's not powerful enough. The variable speed options sound nice in theory, but I have to run it at the highest setting practically because at any lower speed, it doesn't suck out much of the cooking oil/smoke. I bought this as a cheaper alternative to the Broans, and it may be worth it if you aren't picky about how functional it works, but if I could do it again, I'd pay more for a more powerful unit. I have this connected to a 4" duct with one 90 degree bend which vents outside my house.