Broan 41000 Series Review: Every Model, One Clear Verdict

The Broan-NuTone 41000 Series is a budget under cabinet range hood family for kitchens with no duct to the outside. Every model recirculates air through a combination grease and charcoal filter, runs a two-speed fan on rocker switches, and takes a single bulb.

You probably know it by model number, usually the white 413001, the stainless 413004, or the fingerprint resistant 4130SF. Broan’s current 41000 lineup runs to eight SKUs across 24, 30, and 36 inch widths, and those numbers change width and finish, never the fan or filter. Over a gas range, any of them leaves moisture and combustion gases in the room.

What matters most to us is that the series has no stated airflow figure and no HVI certification behind any of its numbers, so it earns a place among our top under cabinet range hood picks only for a narrow set of kitchens. The right model for your cabinet is below.

Quick Take: Is the Broan 41000 Series Worth Buying?

Best For: Kitchens with no exterior duct run, a 24, 30, or 36 inch electric cooktop, and simple everyday cooking.

41000 Series Specifications

One table covers all eight current 41000 Series models, since every one shares the same fan, filter, and switch layout. Only the width and finish change from SKU to SKU.

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Design, Build, and Real-World Performance

In our view, cheap, simple, and easy to hang describes the build, and performance ends where recirculation ends.

Plain Shell, Clean Edges

Starting with the outside, a painted or stainless steel shell with mitered sides and a hemmed bottom edge gives the 41000 Series a plain under cabinet profile, with no raw sheet metal corners exposed. Since the mounting height is measured to the bottom of the 6 inch body, your cabinet bottom needs to sit 24 to 30 inches above the cooktop.

Once it is up, the hood reads as a utility fixture rather than a focal point. White and black blend into matching appliance suites, while the PrintGuard Stainless Finish on SF models resists fingerprints. A few owners report dents on arrival, and one described a corner seam gap visible only after peeling off the protective film, so inspect the unit before you mount it.

Two Speeds, Zero Exhaust

Looks aside, recirculation is the whole design here, so the fan pulls air through the filter and pushes it back into your kitchen, trapping grease and some odor but removing no heat, steam, or combustion gases. Standard sizing calls for about 300 CFM over a 30 inch electric cooktop, and the 41000 Series has no stated CFM figure to measure against.

That missing number is where the confusion starts. We came across 160 and 230 CFM figures in our research. Broan’s own 4124SF page lists 230 CFM, yet the 4130SF, 4136SF, and every standard SKU list none, and no 41000 model carries HVI certification. Since 230 CFM is also the rating of the convertible F40000 Series, it points to carried over data rather than a 41000 rating. The ducted 42000 sibling, by contrast, is rated at 190 CFM for the 30 inch 423001.

In daily use, the fan handles eggs, pasta water, and reheating, and sautéed onions leave less odor behind, not none. The complaint that comes up most in owner feedback is weak airflow, with one owner replacing a 40 year old hood saying the new unit recirculates worse. If you are new to how a ductless range hood recirculates air, that gap between filtering and exhausting is the deciding factor.

One Pad Does All the Filtering

With no air leaving the room, the filter becomes the part that matters most. One combination pad does all the filtering, with a grease catching layer facing the burners and activated charcoal behind it. The filter is not washable, despite dishwasher safe claims in some product descriptions, so keep it out of the dishwasher.

The 41F is rated for replacement every 6 months, while older guidance allows up to 12 months with normal use, and we treat 6 as the safer plan. The 41F also fits the 44000, 46000, and F40000 series, but a shared filter does not make those hoods interchangeable with a 41000 unit.

At that pace, ten filters over five years can cost as much as the hood itself, a running cost worth weighing against grease, mesh, and charcoal filter types on other hoods.

Rocker Switches and a Single Bulb

Beyond the filter, the controls are minimal. Two rocker switches run everything, one for the two-speed fan and one for the light, with no delay off, boost, or dimming. Anyone can work it without instructions, but you cannot fine tune airflow the way the three speed Broan BCSQ130SS allows.

The lighting is just as basic. The single socket takes an A19 E26 bulb, sold separately, and works best with LED, while incandescent use up to 75 watts requires the S99110437 light guard. Several owners call the light bright, but a couple dislike how low the lens hangs. Next to how hood blowers, switches, and lights work on electronic models, this is as basic as hood controls get.

How Loud It Gets

Noise is the last performance question, and the data behind it is thin. The 41000 Series is rated at 3.5 sones without a named speed, and that figure is a manufacturer claim with no HVI certification behind it. It still sits well under the 6.5 sone rating of the convertible F403601, though some listings leave the sone field blank or at zero, Broan’s own 413601 page among them.

In practice, 3.5 sones sits just under the 4 sone level often compared to normal conversation, so over a 30 to 60 minute cook on high, expect to raise your voice slightly. Owner feedback splits, with several calling low speed quieter than their old hood and a few calling high speed very loud.

Decoding the 41000 Series Model Numbers

With performance settled, the model numbers are the next hurdle, and we find they matter less than they look. Width and finish are the only things a 41000 Series model number changes, since every current model shares the same fan, filter, switches, and 6 inch body.

Once you know the pattern, every SKU reads the same way. The two digits after “41” give the width (24, 30, or 36 inches), and the last two give the finish, with 01 for white, 04 for stainless steel, and 23 for black. Swap those last two digits for SF and you get the fingerprint resistant PrintGuard version, as in the 4130SF.

Every Current 41000 SKU Side by Side

With the code cracked, the current Broan 41000 lineup is easy to scan. As of 2026, it runs to eight SKUs, two at 24 inches, four at 30 inches, and two at 36 inches, and the table below lines up each one by width, finish, and availability so you can match a model to your cabinet at a glance.

SF Models and the 413601

The 4124SF, 4130SF, and 4136SF matter most for stainless buyers, since they carry Broan’s Stainless Finish with PrintGuard, a fingerprint resistant coating, and the 4124SF and 4136SF serve as official replacements for the discontinued 412404 and 413604. All three keep the same non-ducted design and 3.5 sone rating.

The white 413601 is the one caveat in the current lineup. It now carries a discontinued status, with the F403601 named as its replacement, so treat any 413601 you find as remaining retail stock and confirm the seller before you buy.

Keep in mind that the F403601 is not a 41000 hood at all. It belongs to the convertible F40000 Series and is rated at 230 CFM and 6.5 sones with an aluminum mesh filter. Older model numbers, including the 21 and 42 inch sizes, the bisque 02 finish, and the 412404, 413604, and 413623, are no longer sold new, though the 41F filter still fits them.

Which 41000 Model Fits Your Kitchen?

Our advice is simple: buy the width that matches your cabinet opening and cooktop first, then pick a finish from the current SKUs. No 41000 finish or width carries a stronger fan, so choosing an under cabinet hood by width is the real decision.

1. 30-Inch Models: Broan 413001, 413004, 413023, 4130SF

We start with the 30 inch group, since 30 inches is the most common range width and most buyers belong here. The 413001 (white), 413004 (stainless steel), 413023 (black), and 4130SF (Stainless Finish with PrintGuard) differ only in finish. Any Broan 413004 review that credits the stainless model with more power is crediting the finish, since the 413004 and 413001 share the same 3.5 sone rating and 2.0 amp draw.

Within that group, if you came looking for a Broan 413001 review, the white model is the lower cost way into the 30 inch size and suits white appliance suites. The Broan 413023 gives you the same hood in black. If fingerprints on stainless bother you, or the 413004 is out of stock where you shop, the 4130SF is the same hood with a fingerprint resistant stainless finish.

2. 24-Inch Models: Broan 412401, 4124SF

Stepping down a size, if your cabinet opening is 24 inches, the 412401 (white) and 4124SF (Stainless Finish with PrintGuard) are your two current choices, and both suit narrow openings over compact apartment ranges. The 412401 is the plain, lower cost pick for white kitchens.

The 4124SF replaces the older stainless 412404, and it is not a higher performance model because of its finish. It carries a 230 CFM listing where its siblings list none, but it shares the same 3.5 sone rating and 2.0 amp draw, so we read that as a listing quirk rather than a stronger fan.

3. 36-Inch Models: Broan 413601, 4136SF

At the other end of the lineup, wider coverage is the only thing the 36 inch group adds, and the 4136SF (Stainless Finish with PrintGuard) is the dependable pick here, with the white 413601 now limited to remaining retail stock. Neither 36 inch model carries a stated CFM figure, and this group shares the same 3.5 sone rating as the 30 inch models.

That gap matters most on a 36 inch cooktop, where standard sizing calls for about 360 CFM on electric. Measure the cabinet opening edge to edge before ordering, since a 36 inch hood needs the full 36 inches between side cabinets or walls.

Installation: Screws and Wires, No Duct

Once you have picked a model, installing a 41000 Series hood is a wiring and mounting job with no ductwork, and we rate it manageable for a capable DIYer with a second set of arms.

1. Measure the Cabinet First

Fit comes before anything else. Confirm the cabinet opening matches the hood width and that the cabinet bottom sits between 24 and 30 inches over the cooktop before you buy. The hood mounts with four round head wood screws, two per side, driven into the cabinet bottom, and the job goes best with two installers.

If you are replacing an older Broan hood, expect the mounting holes may not line up, a recurring complaint that leaves owners drilling new pilot holes. Follow Broan’s instructions over general advice, since they govern the UL listing and the warranty, and our walkthrough on installing an under cabinet hood step by step covers the cabinet prep.

2. Hardwire or Plug In

With the hood secured, power is the next step. Every 41000 Series hood ships for hardwiring to a 120 V circuit, and the optional HCK44 cord kit lets it plug into an outlet inside the cabinet. The hood draws 2.0 amps, so it rarely needs a new circuit. If no wiring reaches the cabinet, or local code calls for a licensed electrician, weigh hiring a pro versus doing it yourself before you start.

Since no outdoor duct connection is needed, the wiring is the only connection you make. Shut off the circuit at the panel before you open the wiring box, and follow Broan’s HCK44 cord kit instructions if you go the plug in route.

3. Can the Broan 41000 Series Go Ducted?

No. The standard 41000 Series has no duct connection or damper, and its vent type is non-ducted only.

So if you want outdoor exhaust, you need a different hood. The convertible F40000 Series is rated at 230 CFM in the 36 inch F403601, and our roundup of ducted range hoods worth the duct run recommends stronger options.

Living With It: Filters, Cleaning, Parts

Beyond installation, owning a 41000 Series hood means buying a Broan 41F filter about twice a year and wiping grease off the housing. Replace the filter when its colored side looks noticeably dirty or discolored, and sooner if you fry or sear several times a week.

Cleaning and replacing are separate jobs. Grease film on the underside and fan area wipes off with warm, soapy water, but the charcoal pad cannot be cleaned, and a saturated filter stops absorbing odor even when it looks fine. Genuine parts remain available by model number for every current SKU, and Broan still lists parts for retired models such as the 412101.

For an aging unit, the RHU2 QuicKit pairs a pre-assembled motor, wheel, and bracket with a new 41F filter, and it is compatible with 24 SKUs in the 41000 Series. The kit promises up to 60 percent quieter low speed and up to twice the power on high, but carries no CFM or sone figures.

Who Should Buy the Broan 41000 Series?

In our assessment, the 41000 Series fits your kitchen if no duct can reach the outside and your cooking stays light, and kitchen fit decides this before budget does.

Good fit for

Less suitable for

If you land in the second list but still cannot duct, our guide on what to check before buying ductless can point you toward a stronger recirculating model.

Final Word: Worth It for One Kind of Kitchen

Our assessment is that the Broan-NuTone 41000 Series is worth buying for one kitchen, a ductless spot over a light use electric cooktop where a basic filter and two switches are enough. As a Broan ductless range hood at the brand’s lowest tier, it filters grease and odor and asks for nothing beyond a 120 V connection and four screws.

Its limit does not change with the model number. Recirculation leaves moisture, heat, and combustion gases in your kitchen, and the series carries no airflow figure or HVI certification to suggest otherwise. Paying more for stainless or a wider body buys looks and coverage, not a stronger fan.

Choose your width first, then the finish, then whichever current SKU is in stock at a fair price. Get those three right, and you end up with a hood that does exactly the modest job its specifications describe.