ZLINE Range Hoods: Wall, Island and Insert Styles Explained
How ZLINE's wall mount, island and insert range hoods differ, with four models compared on width, CFM and venting options.
- Wall mount: KB24 (24-inch, 400 CFM) and KBCRN30 (30-inch with crown molding, 400 CFM).
- Island mount: KE2I30 (30-inch, 400 CFM).
- Insert: 69834 (34-inch, 700 CFM) for a custom hood cabinet.
- All four use stainless steel baffle filters, LED lighting and an internal blower.
ZLINE range hoods come in three main styles: wall mount hoods for a range against a wall, island hoods that hang from the ceiling over a cooktop in an island, and inserts that hide inside a custom hood cabinet. The right style depends on where your range sits, and the right size depends on how wide it is.
This guide compares four ZLINE range hoods we carry, one of each main style plus a compact 24-inch wall hood, using the specs on each product page.
Our top picks at a glance
Compare them side by sideCompact Wall Hood: ZLINE KB24 24-Inch Wall Mount Range Hood
The KB24 is a 24-inch wall mount hood with 400 CFM, LED lighting, push-button controls and a stainless steel baffle filter. Its title lists convertible venting, and a recirculating kit is sold separately, so it can be set up for kitchens that cannot vent outside. It suits 24-inch ranges and cooktops in apartments and smaller kitchens.
- 24-inch width for compact ranges
- 400 CFM
- Convertible venting with a kit sold separately
- Baffle filter
- Only for 24-inch cooking surfaces
- Lower CFM than the insert
Wall Hood with Crown Molding: ZLINE KBCRN30 30-Inch Wall Mount Range Hood
The KBCRN30 is a 30-inch wall mount hood with crown molding, which gives the chimney a more finished, traditional look where it meets the ceiling. It has 400 CFM, LED lighting and a dishwasher-safe baffle filter, and a recirculating kit is sold separately. It is sized for a standard 30-inch range against a wall.
- Crown molding detail
- 400 CFM
- Dishwasher-safe baffle filter
- Recirculating kit available separately
- Crown molding style may not suit modern kitchens
- Not for island installs
Island Hood: ZLINE KE2I30 30-Inch Island Mount Range Hood
The KE2I30 is a 30-inch island mount hood that hangs from the ceiling over a cooktop or range in a kitchen island. It has 400 CFM, push-button controls, LED lighting and a stainless steel baffle filter. Island hoods are finished on all sides, since they can be seen from every angle.
- Designed for island installation
- 400 CFM
- LED lighting
- Baffle filter
- Ceiling mounting takes more planning
- Not for wall installation
Hood Insert: ZLINE 69834 34-Inch Range Hood Insert
ZLINE 69834 34-inch Range Hood Insert with 700 CFM, LED Lighting and Baffle Filters in Stainless Steel
The 69834 is a 34-inch insert designed to sit inside a custom wood or plaster hood cabinet, so the ventilation is hidden and the hood matches your cabinetry. At 700 CFM it moves the most air of the four models here. It has LED lighting, baffle filters and an internal blower, and it is 14 5/8 inches high by 18 inches deep.
- 700 CFM, the most here
- Hides inside a custom hood
- Baffle filters
- LED lighting
- Requires a custom hood cabinet
- No recirculating kit listed
ZLINE Range Hoods Compared
Wall, Island or Insert
Choose a wall mount hood when your range sits against a wall. The KB24 and KBCRN30 are wall hoods, in 24- and 30-inch widths. If your cooktop is in an island, you need an island mount hood like the KE2I30, which hangs from the ceiling.
An insert like the 69834 is for a custom hood cabinet built by your cabinetmaker or contractor. It keeps the hood hidden and is a common choice in kitchens with a statement hood.
- Range on a wall: wall mount
- Cooktop in an island: island mount
- Custom hood cabinet: insert
Sizing and CFM
Match the hood width to your range or cooktop at a minimum. Many people go a size wider for better capture. The three 400 CFM hoods here suit standard residential ranges, while the 700 CFM 69834 insert gives more airflow for higher-output cooking. For more on sizing, see our range hood buying guide.
How to Choose a ZLINE Range Hood
- 01
Find your mounting styleDecide whether the hood will go on a wall, over an island or inside a custom hood cabinet.
- 02
Match the widthChoose a hood at least as wide as your cooking surface: 24, 30 or 34 inches in this guide.
- 03
Check airflowCompare CFM. The 69834 insert offers 700 CFM, and the other three offer 400 CFM.
- 04
Plan the ventingConfirm whether you can vent outside. The KB24 and KBCRN30 have recirculating kits sold separately.
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Shop ZLINEFrequently Asked Questions
What styles of range hoods does ZLINE make?
This guide covers ZLINE wall mount hoods (KB24 and KBCRN30), an island mount hood (KE2I30) and a range hood insert (69834) for custom hood cabinets.
How many CFM do ZLINE range hoods have?
The KB24, KBCRN30 and KE2I30 in this guide are rated at 400 CFM. The 69834 insert is rated at 700 CFM.
Can ZLINE range hoods be ductless?
The KB24 and KBCRN30 list a recirculating kit sold separately, which lets them run without outside venting. The KE2I30 and 69834 do not list a recirculating kit.
What filters do ZLINE range hoods use?
All four models in this guide use stainless steel baffle filters. The KBCRN30's filter is listed as dishwasher safe.
What is a range hood insert?
An insert is the blower, lights and filters of a hood, built to be installed inside a custom hood cabinet. The ZLINE 69834 is a 34-inch insert.
