As a renter, I couldn’t perform major renovations for a ducted vent system, and this 36-inch convertible range hood solved all my problems. I run it in ductless mode with the CACF006 carbon filter, and the 300CFM suction effectively clears stir-fry smoke and cooking smells before they spread to my living room. The three fan speeds are super practical: low speed for simmering soups on weeknights, high power handles heavy cooking for Thanksgiving gatherings perfectly. It runs surprisingly quietly, so talking or watching TV while cooking won’t be disturbed at all. The ultra-slim under-cabinet design doesn’t occupy extra storage space, and the neutral tone matches my farmhouse kitchen cabinets perfectly. The 5-layer aluminum mesh filters catch grease really well, I just rinse them in the dishwasher regularly instead of repeatedly buying expensive disposable filters, saving me lots of long-term expenses.