Let me start by saying this: the IKTCH 30-inch range hood is a BEAST when it comes to suction power. I’ve been using it for months now, and it’s transformed my kitchen from a smoky mess to a breathable space—even when I’m searing steaks or frying bacon.

The Good:

- 900 CFM is no joke. This thing sucks harder than my last relationship. Smoke, grease, and odors disappear almost instantly. I only need the highest setting when I really mess up (hello, burnt garlic!).

- Gesture control is fun… when it works. Waving my hand to turn it on feels futuristic, but after a few months, the sensors got flaky. Now I mostly use the touch controls (which are still convenient).

- LED lights are chefs-kiss bright. The dimmable feature took me a minute to figure out (hold the button!), but now I love adjusting them for late-night snack raids.

The Not-So-Good:

- Installation was a workout. This hood weighs a ton! I had to reinforce my cabinets and wrestle with ductwork. Pro tip: hire help if you’re not handy.

- The remote is basically useless. It needs direct line-of-sight, so unless you’re standing awkwardly in front of your stove holding it like a TV clicker… just use the panel.

- Airflow gets confused sometimes. With filters in, air blows out the front weirdly. Still troubleshooting this quirk.

Real Talk:

The stainless steel filters are razor-sharp—I learned that the hard way (RIP my dish gloves). But they clean up beautifully in the dishwasher. Customer service surprised me—they shipped replacement parts fast when my LED flickered and even sent an extra remote “just in case.” For under $500? This hood outperforms models twice its price… as long as you can live with its personality quirks!