36 Inch Insert Range Hood with Voice/Gesture/Touch Control
- Range Hood
- 900 cu ft
- 160 watts
- Stainless Steel
- Better rated than 73%
- More reviewed than 55%
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How it ranks among the 93 range hoods we track
4.5★ across 168 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
168 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
A 36-inch insert range hood with 900 CFM suction, operable by voice command, hand gesture, or touchscreen, convertible between ducted and ductless installation.
The hood pulls smoke and odors through a top 6-inch duct outlet, or runs ductless with an optional carbon filter for kitchens without venting. Memory mode saves a preferred fan speed and light setting between uses. Reviewers who installed it describe straightforward setup on a standard 3-prong plug and note the voice assistant, called Andy, talks back when activated.
- 900 CFM suction, up to 95% smoke exhaust efficiency
- Voice, gesture, and touch control options
- Ducted or ductless convertible installation
- Memory mode for fan speed and lighting
Who it's for
Kitchen renovators wanting a 36-inch insert with smart controls and strong suction, in either ducted or ductless setups. Less suited to buyers who want a fully silent hood, since fan noise scales with the 900 CFM output.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers who installed it praise the suction power and say all three control methods work as advertised rather than as novelties. A few note the fan isn't silent at full speed and the voice assistant's spoken confirmations take some getting used to.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 900 CFM clears smoke and steam quickly
- Voice, gesture, and touch controls all work reliably
- Dishwasher-safe stainless steel filters
- Straightforward install on a standard plug
- Fan noise is average for the suction level, not whisper-quiet
- Gesture control needs the hand close to the sensor
- Voice assistant talks back when activated, which some may find chatty
Performance notes
The 900 CFM fan clears steam and pan-searing smoke within seconds according to reviewers, and the dishwasher-safe stainless filters mean grease gets cleaned off the filter rather than scrubbed from the hood surface. Gesture control requires the hand to be close to the sensor, so a moving paper towel works for people who can't reach comfortably. Voice control responds to a wake phrase and confirms activation audibly, which one reviewer found chatty but functional.
Specifications
| Brand | BRANO |
|---|---|
| Model | BU09B-V36 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 18.5 × 34.5 × 12.7 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Air Flow Capacity | 900 cu ft |
| Number of Speeds | 4 |
| Noise | 65 Decibels |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 160 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Finish Types | Brushed |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Insert Mount |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Range hood *1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 5 years |
| Other details | |
| Filter Type | Baffle |
| Ventilation Type | Ducted or Ductless |
| Control Type | Touch, Voice |
| Vent Hood Design | Range Insert Hood |
| Specification Met | ETL |
| Additional Features | Delay Shutdown, Gesture Sensing, Powerful Airflow, Timer, Voice Control |
| Light Source | LED |
| Item Form | Stainless Steel |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in range hoods.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Inch Insert Range Hood with Voice/Gesture/Touch ControlThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 168 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Broan-NuTone 413001 Non-Ducted Ductless Range Hood with Lights Exhaust Fan for Under…Broan-NuTone | 4.6 / 5 | 20,414 | 4.7 / 5 |
| COSMO COS-668ICS750 30 in. Lumin Collection 380 CFM Ducted Island Range HoodCOSMO | 4.4 / 5 | 2,369 | 4.3 / 5 |
| 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 |
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Questions about the BRANO BU09B-V36
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can this hood be installed without ductwork?
Yes, it converts to ductless operation with an optional carbon filter for kitchens without an exterior vent.
How does the voice control work?
It activates on a wake phrase, which reviewers refer to as Andy, and confirms commands audibly.
What size duct outlet does it use?
A top-mounted 6-inch ducted vent when installed in ducted mode.