Aprilaire 8145vsBest HBN536212SS
Side-by-side ventilating fan comparison
Aprilaire 8145
Airflow
190CFM
Efficacy
4.4CFM/W
Type
In-line (single-port)
Best HBN536212SS
Airflow
200CFM
Efficacy
16.6CFM/W
Sound Level
0sones
Type
Range Hood
Key differences
Best HBN536212SS is 73% more efficient at 16.6 CFM/W versus 4.4 CFM/W for the Aprilaire 8145. The Best HBN536212SS is larger at 200 CFM versus 190 CFM.
Performance
| Spec | Aprilaire | Best |
|---|---|---|
| Airflow(CFM) | 190 | 200 |
| Efficacy(CFM/W) | 4.4 | 16.6 |
| Sound Level(sones) | — | 0 |
| Number of Speeds | 1 | 2 |
Installation
| Spec | Aprilaire | Best |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Type | In-line (single-port) | Range Hood |
| Duct Size | 6.00 inch diameter | 10.00 inch diameter |
Lighting
| Spec | Aprilaire | Best |
|---|---|---|
| Includes Lighting | No | Yes |
| Ships with ENERGY STAR Lamp | No | No |