Broan Allure QS136SS Range Hood Review (B000R9GCO2)
The Broan Allure QS136SS Hood is a 36 inch range hood that is made of stainless steel. It works very quietly on normal speed and has a high setting at 220 CFM. It is 50% quieter than other range hoods in the market and has a 4 way convertibility. The unit weighs about 25 pounds.
The charcoal filters change colors when it needs to be changed. The unit comes with bright halogen lamps to you can see what you are cooking clearly. The design is easy to clean due to a fully enclosed casing. It has standard sized filters that are dishwasher safe. The halogen lamp feature have two settings but the unit does not come with the bulbs.
It has a 2-speed contour rocker switch and is HVI 2100 certified. It has a 4-way convertibility. The non-ducted Clean Sense filters are purchased separately. The unit includes a 3-1/4” x 10” damper and adapter. It has a clean and sleek look that is also durable with a baked-on polyester finish paint or brushed stainless steel finish. The axial blade provides better performance and less noisy operations.
Pros
A review said that the Broan Allure QS136SS Range Hood works very quietly and is easy to install. Many users say they love the lights which are bright. The large fan is very quiet that you have to see if it is actually working. Another user said his unit was delivered immediately, like the next day after he purchased the hood.
A buyer said that even when the fan is turned to high speed, you can still barely hear the unit running. Other range hoods use incandescent lamps which are not enough for cooks with bad eye sight. The Allure’s light is very bright and is perfect for people who can’t see well.
Cons
One person said that steam goes into the light openings instead of the filters. Another buyer said that although it is a good range hood and works quietly, it takes a bit of knowledge to assemble the unit. Others say that some hardware were missing when their Broan Allure QS136SS Range Hood was delivered, making it impossible to install right away.
Another buyer also complained of poor workmanship on the blades which according to the person is made of cheap plastic. The user feared that this would eventually lead to more noisy performance as the blades deteriorate. More reviews did mention about steam escaping away from the filter and into the light opening and outside the range hood.
Generally, the Allure gives you value for money. The quiet feature alone makes it all worth it. It is affordable, easy to install and is ductless which cuts down on expenses when installing it in your kitchen. The filters are practical because they can be cleaned in the dishwasher. The filters of the Broan Allure QS136SS Range Hood is also easy to remove from the unit. It even conveniently changes colors when it needs to be replaced or cleaned.
Aside from the fantastic lighting system it comes with, it also looks very sleek and modern. It is also reasonably priced at $160. Most other range hoods cost over $200 and look very bulky. This range hood will not make your kitchen look crowded. You will hardly notice that it is there or even working due to its quiet fan.