Broan-NuTone PM300SS Custom Power Pack Range Hood Insert with 2-Speed Exhaust Fan and…
- Range Hood
- 300 cu ft
- Stainless Steel
- Built-In Mount
- Better rated than 55%
- More reviewed than 64%
A straightforward insert for reviving an existing hood shell, with strong airflow on high but only two speed settings and no middle ground.
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How it ranks among the 93 range hoods we track
4.4★ across 226 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
226 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
300+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
This 21-inch insert is the fan-and-light mechanism that slides into an existing range hood shell or custom cabinet, not a standalone hood, running a two-speed 300 CFM blower with EZ1 clips for solo installation.
Buyers should read this as a component swap rather than a full appliance purchase: it slides inside a hood shell or cabinet cavity you already have. The stainless liner extends to fit cabinets up to 13 inches deep out of the box, with separately sold extensions stretching that to 15 inches, so depth is worth measuring before ordering. Reviewers who used it to swap out old exhaust motors found the EZ1 clips made a solo install realistic.
- 300 max blower CFM, two-speed control
- Stainless liner fits cabinets up to 13 inches deep (extensions to 15 inches)
- LED cooktop lighting
- ADA-compliant wall remote sold separately
Who it's for
Fits homeowners replacing a worn-out fan and light unit inside an existing range hood shell or custom cabinet, especially anyone doing the swap themselves. Not for someone who needs a complete standalone range hood with its own housing.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers who used this to replace old exhaust motors found installation straightforward, several finishing the swap themselves in an afternoon, and multiple buyers called the LED lighting bright. The recurring complaint is noise on the high setting, with a few wishing for a middle speed between the quiet low and the loud high, and one ductless installer said added insulation didn't meaningfully quiet the fan.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- EZ1 clips make solo installation manageable
- Low speed quiet enough for normal cooking
- High speed moves air strongly for smoke or odor
- Dishwasher-safe mesh filters simplify cleanup
- Only two fan speeds, no middle setting
- High speed reported as loud by multiple buyers
- Ductless setups may stay noisy despite added insulation
Performance notes
A rocker switch controls two fan speeds on this insert, rated at 300 max CFM and about 3 sones on paper, though several buyers describe the high setting as noticeably louder in practice. Low speed pulls enough air for everyday cooking while staying quiet, and high speed is meant for clearing smoke or heavy odor fast. A single LED light illuminates the cooktop, and the aluminum mesh grease filters are dishwasher safe.
Specifications
| Brand | Broan-NuTone |
|---|---|
| Model | PM300SS |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 7.15 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 11.4 × 21.4 × 2.8 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Air Flow Capacity | 300 cu ft |
| Number of Speeds | 2 |
| Noise | 3 Sones |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Finish Types | Polished |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Built-In Mount |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Range Hood Power Pack |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Filter Type | Mesh |
| Ventilation Type | exhaust |
| Control Type | Remote |
| Vent Hood Design | Range Insert Hood |
| Specification Met | ADA |
| Item Type Name | Built-In |
| Additional Features | Stainless Steel,Led Lighting,Integrated |
| Light Source | LED |
| Item Form | insert |
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How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|
| Broan-NuTone PM300SS Custom Power Pack Range Hood Insert with 2-Speed Exhaust Fan and…This product | 4.4 / 5 | 226 | 4.0 / 5 |
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| 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 |
| Hauslane Range Hood Under Cabinet 30 InchHauslane | 4.3 / 5 | 2,100 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the Broan-NuTone PM300SS
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Broan-NuTone PM300SS include the outer hood housing?
No, it's a power pack insert designed to slide into an existing hood shell or custom cabinet, not a standalone hood with its own housing.
How deep a cabinet does the PM300SS fit?
The stainless liner extension accommodates cabinets up to 13 inches deep as included, with separately sold extensions stretching that to 15 inches.
Is the PM300SS quiet enough for everyday cooking?
Reviewers describe the low speed as quiet enough to hold a conversation over, though the high speed runs noticeably louder.