Which hood to choose: 5 great models

VENTOLUX Italia 60 IX 1000 ST stainless steel

This model is popular due to the combination of price and functionality. At maximum speed, its capacity is up to 1000 m3/h, so it is suitable even for a spacious kitchen.

The hood can operate both in the discharge and recirculation mode. In addition to the metal grease filter, it is possible to install an active carbon filter (it is not included in the delivery package). Practical housewives will appreciate the simplicity of removing the main filter and caring for it: it is enough to rinse the filter under a stream of warm water.

Ventolux Italia 60 BK/IX is equipped with a touch control panel made of black glass. The standard width — 60 cm — makes it easy to integrate it into any design, suitable for both a small kitchen and a fairly spacious one. A nice bonus is the halogen backlight. The model has a non-return valve, which is needed for air circulation in the room when the hood is not working.

Pyramida HEF 22 H black

Compared to the previous model, the Pyramida HEF 22 H-600 hood has a wider functionality. It has 4 speeds, there is a shutdown timer (initially it is set for 15 minutes, but in manual mode the time can be changed from 1 to 99 minutes).

The maximum capacity of the hood is 1200 m3/h. With such power, it can cover a large enough space — it will cope with extraneous odours without problems. For efficient operation, the recommended area of the room by the manufacturer is 20.5-28.5 m2.

The hood is equipped with a grease-trapping aluminium filter, it is also possible to install a carbon filter (not included in the kit), it can work both in the traditional discharge mode and in the recirculation mode.

Constructive plus of the model: a new generation AERO2JET engine with two turbines. The motor is enclosed in a cast aluminium housing, which protects it from the effects of moisture and heat, which means it prolongs its service life.

Some users claim that the hood is quite noisy, especially at high speeds (the manufacturer claims the maximum noise level is 51 dB), but if necessary, urgently clean the air in the room, the hood will do it in a matter of minutes and with a bang.

Pleasant additions — touch control and halogen illumination.

ELEYUS Troy 1000 60 BG

The next model in our review is a stylish inclined hood from Eleyus. Compared with T-shaped models, this design is considered more functional and convenient to operate.

The maximum exhaust capacity is up to 1000 m3/h. Power consumption — 270 watts. The hood has touch control, a grease-trapping aluminium filter with the possibility of installing active carbon, halogen illumination is included.

A nice bonus is the remote control, which is absent in other compared models.

Teka DVT 60

If reliability and design are important to you in addition to power, pay attention to the Teka DVT 60 hood. Its capacity is up to 1200 m3/h, while the noise level at the maximum operating speed is only 45 dB. This is a very good indicator when compared with the previous version.

The hood has all the elements necessary for a modern model: touch control, LCD display, halogen backlight, shutdown timer, the ability to work in the discharge and recirculation mode, as well as a perimeter suction system. The hood can work at 3 speeds + in "turbo" mode.

An anti-return valve is available as an option, but is not included in the delivery package. For complete convenience, the Teka DVT 60 has a filter cleaning indicator.

Cata Selene 600 DT4S stainless steel

In this model, a high power of 1100 m3/h is combined with a low noise level of 35 dB. Considering that it is recommended to turn on any hood while the stove is running + another 15 minutes after, the volume of the hood is a very important indicator. For example, if you have a small child and you cook while he sleeps.

The hood has a perimeter suction system — with it the air is cleaned faster and better. The metal filter can be easily removed and cleaned under running water or in the dishwasher.

In addition to the basic functions, there are other useful features in the hood: touch control, timer, halogen backlight with a smooth brightness control function and an indicator of filter contamination. In addition, the hood is easy to install — home craftsmen will cope with this task without any problems.