BRANO Wall Mount Range Hood 36 Inch
- Range Hood
- 1000 cu ft
- 135 watts
- Stainless Steel
- Better rated than 55%
Strong suction and a genuinely quiet motor by most accounts, though at least one buyer found it loud even on the lowest setting, so expectations on noise should stay realistic.
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How it ranks among the 93 range hoods we track
4.4★ across 10 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Overview
A 36 inch wall mount range hood rated at 1000 CFM, with a brushless DC motor, six fan speeds, voice/gesture/touch control, and a convertible ducted or ductless setup. Built for kitchens that need strong suction over a wide cooktop without a mounted control panel.
BRANO pitches this as a smart hood: voice commands, gesture sensing near the panel, and a touch interface all sit alongside the physical controls. The DC motor is the more meaningful engineering choice here, since it typically runs quieter and more efficiently than the AC motors found in cheaper hoods at this CFM. Stainless steel baffle filters are dishwasher safe, which matters more for day to day upkeep than the smart features do.
- 36 inch wall mount design
- 6 adjustable fan speeds
- LED lighting over the cooktop
- Voice, gesture, and touch control options
Who it's for
Fits a kitchen with a 36 inch cooktop or range where wall space allows mounting rather than under cabinet installation. Suits a cook who wants real suction for searing and wok cooking and does not mind adjusting a hood by touch or gesture instead of only a pull cord.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers highlight strong suction on wok and stir-fry cooking, easy voice and gesture operation with messy hands, and simple installation with included parts. Cleaning the stainless baffle filters got specific praise. One reviewer flagged the fan as very loud even on the lowest speed, a contrast to others who described it as quiet.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Strong suction for heavy stir-fry and searing smoke
- Dishwasher-safe stainless steel baffle filters
- Ducted or ductless installation for different kitchens
- Voice and gesture control for hands-free use while cooking
- One buyer found fan noise loud even on the lowest setting
Performance notes
The 1000 CFM rating and 6-speed fan are meant to handle heavy smoke from searing and stir-frying, with the DC motor design aimed at cutting vibration and mechanical noise compared to a standard AC motor. The ducted/ductless convertible setup lets it vent outside or recirculate through charcoal filters, useful for apartments or condos without external venting.
Specifications
| Brand | BRANO |
|---|---|
| Model | DC05B-E36-FBM |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 19.7 × 35.4 × 41.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Air Flow Capacity | 1000 cu ft |
| Number of Speeds | 6 |
| Noise | 60 Decibels |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 135 watts |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Finish Types | Brushed |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 36" Baffle Filters *2 & Charcoal Filter*1, Duct Adapter*1 & 6" Transition*1, Screw & User manual*1, wall mount range hood*1 |
| Other details | |
| Filter Type | Baffle |
| Ventilation Type | Ducted/Ductless Convertible |
| Control Type | Voice, Touch |
| Vent Hood Design | Wall Mounted Canopy Hood |
| Specification Met | ETL, cETL |
| Additional Features | 6-Speed, DC Motor Ventilation, Gesture Sensing, Noise Reduction, Voice Control |
| Light Source | LED |
| Item Form | Angled |
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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 Wall Mount Range Hood 36 InchThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 10 | 2.7 / 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 DC05B-E36-FBM
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How many fan speeds does the BRANO DC05B-E36-FBM have?
Six speed levels, from a low simmer setting up to the full 1000 CFM for heavy cooking.
Can this range hood be installed without external ducting?
Yes, it converts between ducted mode for outside venting and ductless recirculating mode using charcoal filters.
Are the filters dishwasher safe?
Yes, the stainless steel baffle filters slide out and can go in the dishwasher.