We recommend recirculating wall canopy rangehoods with a CHOICE Expert Rating of at least 80% and a noise score of at least 55%. Undermount, downdraft and retractable models are generally less effective at removing steam; they need a CHOICE Expert Rating of at least 70% and a noise score of at least 55%.

This overall score in recirculating mode is made up of performance (60%), noise (30%) and ease of use (10%).

We test in both ducted and recirculating modes. These are our recirculating results. If you're after the results of this model in ducted mode, you can access our ducted results from the rangehoods landing page.

How well the rangehood extracts steam in both low and high fan settings, and how much escapes from the front and sides. Water is boiled using two then four saucepans, and the more steam that escapes, the lower the steam removal score.

How easily the mesh filter, exterior surface and controls can be cleaned, plus the intensity of the overhead light (if applicable).

Noise is measured at each fan setting using a noise level meter 500mm from the front edge of the hood. We don't recommend wall canopies with a noise score below 55% and undermount/downdraft/retractable with a noise score below 46%.

Noise in recirculating mode is measured at each fan setting using a noise level meter 500mm from the front edge of the hood.

'Tested model' refers to rangehoods that are currently available in shops and online. 'Discontinued model' refers to rangehoods that are no longer available in shops, but may be available second-hand.

This is the manufacturer's recommended retail price at the time of purchase.

Estimated annual price of carbon filters, if the manufacturer's recommended replacement schedule is followed. Actual frequency of replacement depends on what/how often you cook. For models where a replacement schedule is not stated, we multiply by three. Our prices are based on what we paid in 2022 so prices may have changed. You may also find filters cheaper elsewhere.

Based on operating the unit with the lights on for 50 hours on low and 50 hours on high at 40c/kWh. Running costs with the lights off are usually very similar.

Based on operating the unit without the lights on for 50 hours on low and 50 hours on high at 40c/kWh.

Measured width of the rangehood. A rangehood should be larger than your cooktop area for maximum performance.

Dimensions are measured for the exposed part of the rangehood (what you would see when installed), not the part of the rangehood that's inside the cabinetry.

Most rangehoods use LEDs these days.

This is based on the manufacturer's recommended replacement schedule, as mentioned in the instruction manual. Actual replacement frequency depends on what you cook and how much you cook.

Some rangehoods require more than one carbon filter.

This is to help you order a carbon filter for your recirculating rangehood.

Applies to wall, retracting and undermount models. As per the manufacturer's specification.

Applies to wall, retracting and undermount models. As per the manufacturer's specification.

This is generally more relevant for ducted rangehoods. A one-way exhaust valve (or flap) inside a ducted rangehood can help keep hot air inside during winter or cold air inside during summer, instead of escaping through the duct to the outside. Some rangehoods have these built in, and some have them as optional extras.

It can be handy to place the grease filter into the dishwasher.