I have been planning to install a kitchen chimney at home for a while now. Summers make the kitchen hot and humid, and using a cooler or fan is not practical as it interferes with cooking. The exhaust fan sits too far and fails to pull out smoke, oil, and heat effectively. A chimney solves this by closely capturing fumes at the source.
SurveyNow, when buying one, you have to consider the key factors like the suction power, ducting setup, noise levels, filter type (baffle or filterless), and ease of maintenance. I did detailed research factoring all these aspects across leading models available under Rs 20,000 on Amazon and Flipkart, and here are the top 90cm chimneys ranked by suction power, in descending order.
Crompton QuietPro Plus
Suction power: 1800 CMH | Ducting: Optional (ductless supported) | Filterless
This model leads the list with the highest suction. It uses a BLDC motor, which helps keep noise low at around 46 dB, much quieter than most rivals. It is a slant chimney, so headroom is better. The unit is filterless, has a built-in oil collector and uses intelligent thermal auto-clean every 30 hours. Smart features include gesture control and auto-on. It can also work ductless: If you can’t make a hole in your wall, the chimney cleans the air through filters and pushes it back into the kitchen.
Price: Rs 19,499 | 10 years warranty on motor & 2 years overall warranty
Whirlpool CGFL PRO 900 BLDC HAC
Suction power: 1600 CMH | Ducting: Mandatory | Filterless
A strong value option with a curved glass design. It offers 9-speed control with an RPM display, which gives better control over airflow. Noise is rated around 58 dB. It is filterless with thermal auto-clean. Gesture controls and digital feedback add to usability. Works best with proper ducting.
Price: Rs 15,990 | 11 years warranty on motor & 5 years comprehensive warranty
Elica SPT MAX FL 900 BLDC HAC LTW MS NERO
Suction power: 1600 CMH | Ducting: Optional | Filterless
This is a T-shaped chimney designed for wider coverage. It requires ducting for optimal performance. Otherwise, it can work ductless using a charcoal filter. It uses a BLDC motor, runs at about 48 dB, and includes motion controls, oil collection tray and a digital RPM display. Filterless design with thermal auto-clean. It also has 2 LED lamps on the surface.
Price: Rs 18,989 | 15 years warranty on motor & 5 years comprehensive warranty
Glen Hood Fabia 90
Suction power: 1600 CMH | Ducting: Optional | Filterless
A curved glass chimney with a BLDC motor. Noise is around 58 dB. It requires ducting and uses filterless technology with thermal auto-clean. Motion sensor controls are included. It can self-clean every 15 hours of usage.
Price: Rs 19,990 | 7 years warranty on motor & 1 year warranty on the product
Livpure Altima
Suction power: 1550 CMH | Ducting: Optional | Double-layer Baffle filter
This one has a double-layer baffle filter. It uses thermal auto-clean (I-Magic) and operates around 58 dB. Touch and gesture controls are standard. The baffle filtration is suitable for heavy frying use.
Price: Rs 16,490 | 10 years warranty on motor & 2.5 years warranty on the product
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Beyond Appliances Eris
Suction power: 1500 CMH | Ducting: Mandatory | Filterless
Eris brings a different approach with a built-in 7-inch Android infotainment screen. It supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and has 5W speakers. Noise is around 58 dB. It is filterless with thermal auto-clean and includes features like LPG alerts, auto chimney cut off. The smart screen is the key differentiator here. It needs ducting.
Price: Rs 19,999 | 10 years warranty on motor & 2 year warranty on the product
Faber Hood Trendy IN BLDC HCSCFL BK 90
Suction power: 1500 CMH | Ducting: Optional | Filterless
A slant chimney with a BLDC motor, offering efficient performance and lower power consumption. Noise is around 58 dB. It is filterless with thermal auto-clean. Touch and gesture controls are included. It also comes with LED lighting and a built-in oil collector. It can work ductless using a charcoal filter.
Price: Rs 19,990 | 12 years warranty on motor & 2 year warranty on the product
Hindware Regina
Suction power: 1300 CMH | Ducting: Mandatory | Filterless
A T-shaped chimney with a BLDC motor. Noise stays under 58 dB. It is filterless and includes thermal auto-clean and an oil collector. Motion sensor and auto louvre features improve ease of use. It requires ducting.
Price: Rs 15,990 | 10 years warranty on motor & 2 year warranty on the product
Kaff KEC 90A
Suction power: 1450 CMH | Ducting: Optional | Filterless
Kaff KEC 90A is a ducted/vented model. It uses dry heat auto-clean and a filterless system. Noise ranges between 58 and 62 dB. Includes gesture control and touch panel. Lower price comes with slightly higher noise and basic motor tech.
Price: Rs 10,990 | 10 years warranty on motor & 2 year warranty on the product
Bosch DWHA98G60I
Suction power: 950 m3/h (IEC rated) | Ducting: Mandatory | Baffle filter
On paper, the suction looks lower, but it follows IEC standards, which measure real-world airflow under duct resistance. It uses baffle filters instead of filterless tech. Noise ranges from 55 to 68 dB. This one also offers an oil collector filter, touch control with LED, self-clean, and a cleaning reminder.
Price: Rs 18,990 | 10 years warranty on motor & 2 year warranty on the product
Closing thoughts
Most chimneys in this segment now offer 1500 CMH or higher suction, so raw power is no longer the main differentiator. BLDC motors, noise levels, and ease of cleaning matter more in daily use. Some of you may prefer the smart features as well.
Check the product’s dimensions with respect to space availability in your kitchen and the ducting requirements of the chimney. You should also consider the warranty and service support offered by the brand before making the purchase decision.
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