BRANO Range Hood Insert 30 Inch
- Range Hood
- 900 cu ft
- 230 watts
- Stainless Steel
Strong airflow and a genuinely useful ductless option, but go in expecting the voice control to be hit-or-miss and support to be slow if something goes wrong.
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How it ranks among the 93 range hoods we track
4.3★ across 104 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
104 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
A 30-inch insert-style range hood from BRANO rated to 900 CFM, with voice, gesture, and touch control plus a convertible ducted or ductless setup using a charcoal filter. Designed to be built into existing cabinetry rather than mounted as a standalone hood.
The voice control is the headline feature, but reviews are mixed on how reliably it hears commands, especially for the fan compared to the lights. Being convertible means it works without ducting if you fit the included carbon filter, which is useful for kitchens that can't run a vent line. Support after purchase is a real concern: at least one buyer describes being unable to reach the manufacturer by phone.
- 900 CFM across 4 speed settings
- Voice, gesture, and touch control
- Dishwasher-safe baffle filters
- 5-year after-sale service claimed by BRANO
Who it's for
Good for kitchens wanting a built-in insert hood with hands-free control and the flexibility to run ducted or ductless. Skip it if you need dependable phone support after purchase, since contact appears to be email-only and unresponsive for at least one buyer.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers are largely positive on suction strength and how quiet it runs relative to the CFM rating, and several call out the gesture control as reliable. The consistent complaint is that voice control is unreliable, and one buyer reports the manufacturer does not respond to support emails about the ductless venting setup.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Convertible ducted or ductless with carbon filter
- Gesture control works reliably per multiple owners
- Strong suction with relatively low fan noise
- Voice control ("Hello Andy") is inconsistent
- Manufacturer support is email-only and reportedly slow
- Ductless venting setup left one buyer unsure about grease buildup
Specifications
| Brand | BRANO |
|---|---|
| Model | QRED-115C-30'' |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 28.16 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 27.8 × 11 × 11.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Air Flow Capacity | 900 cu ft |
| Number of Speeds | 4 |
| Noise | 65 Decibels |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 230 watts |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Finish Types | Brushed |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Insert Mount |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Range hood *1&Oil Cup*1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 5 years |
| Other details | |
| Filter Type | Baffle |
| Ventilation Type | Convertible |
| Control Type | Touch, Voice |
| Vent Hood Design | Range Insert Hood |
| Specification Met | ETL |
| Item Type Name | range hoods |
| Additional Features | Delay Shutdown, Gesture Sensing, Powerful Airflow, Touch Control, Voice Control |
| Light Source | LED |
| Item Form | Rectangular |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in range hoods.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRANO Range Hood Insert 30 InchThis product | 4.3 / 5 | 104 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Broan-NuTone 413001 Non-Ducted Ductless Range Hood with Lights Exhaust Fan for Under…Broan-NuTone | 4.6 / 5 | 20,414 | 4.7 / 5 |
| COSMO COS-668ICS750 30 in. Lumin Collection 380 CFM Ducted Island Range HoodCOSMO | 4.4 / 5 | 2,369 | 4.3 / 5 |
| ZLINE 30" Convertible Vent Wall Mount Range Hood in Stainless SteelZLINE Kitchen and Bath | 4.4 / 5 | 956 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Wall Mount Range Hood 30 inch with Soft Touch Control in Stainless Steel & Tempered GlassCIARRA | 4.4 / 5 | 3,100 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the BRANO QRED-115C-30''
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can the BRANO QRED-115C-30 run without ducting?
Yes, it converts to ductless operation using the included replaceable activated carbon filter.
Does the voice control work reliably?
Reviews are mixed; several owners say the gesture control works well but the 'Hello Andy' voice command misses commands, especially for the fan.
What is the maximum CFM of the BRANO QRED-115C-30?
It's rated up to 900 CFM across 4 speed settings.