Look for something else
cooktop
2/9/2021
We bought the downdraft and cooktop for our new home. Tho we purchased it 2 years ago we only moved in 9 months ago. The fan is very noisy unless it's set on low, but does not remove odors on low. The worst is that the motor totally died, in just 9 months. And, we were told they're on indefinite backorder. >$1500 later, I can't cook in my new kitchen.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
One of the better options out there
Uhoh429
12/18/2020
I'm writing this review from a contractor's perspective, and I recently completed install of this unit for clients of mine. The location is in their kitchen island. They're pleased with the final product, and it functions well.
They originally purchased a different brand downdraft, which would have required cutting out a significant portion of cabinetry, and although this model was double the price, we were able to install it within the 36'' drawer base cabinet without losing any functionality of drawers.
Some points to be aware of:
- The blower motor is not included and must be purchased separately.
-There are many ways to run ducting(Down, side, rear, recirculating) but the Bosch duct fittings are proprietary and very expensive for simple sheet metal.
- Many add-ons are available to facilitate install in virtually any configuration. (wiring harness extensions, for example)
My only major gripe, which cost me and my electrician 4 extra man hours, is that the blower motor flow direction was labeled backwards. We completed the installation, only to discover that the unit was blowing air out of it instead of exhausting it. Had to disassemble and reassemble the entire ducting and wiring, reverse the motor assembly, and reinstall.
All in all, this is still a good, albeit expensive downdraft option, especially considering the alternatives.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Looks good but noisy
Val71
11/7/2020
This unit is very good looking. I bought the external blower to install on the other side of my house's brick wall and the downdraft is really noisy, even on low. If something can be done to change that please tell me
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Downdraft warning
Jason
7/28/2020
Don't assume by the name that when you buy a downdraft unit it actually does what the name implies. When you buy the downdraft unit all it does is go up and down and has no blower to actually suck the air into the unit, you have to buy the blower separately. Whatever you spend on the downdraft unit plan on spending just as much on the blower and accessories to actually make this thing functional. I was told by Famous Tate and Lowes that the downdraft unit does it all and the videos provided by Bosch lead you to believe that when you buy the unit it actually does what it says it is, a downdraft. Nope all this unit will do is go up and down and that's it. What a scam!!!!
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Bosch 800 Series Downdraft Vent.
CGreen
5/20/2020
Gave 4 Stars ..Please be aware that the downdraft vent needs a motor that has to be ordered separately..no one told us this important info..Must say this vent is very quiet..and the telescoping vent variable switch is great..just installed 5/2020
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product