I tested it
Built-in · Downdraft
JennAir JIDT730SBL
JennAir is a Whirlpool premium brand, and this is its 30-inch induction downdraft. The flex zone and automatic bridging handle griddles well, and the fan is quiet on low.
My verdict
My verdict: Buy it if you want the best-performing downdraft for a 30-inch island. Skip it if your budget is under a few thousand dollars.
My test results
Steam capture good; skillet smoke capture very good.
| Size | 30 inches |
|---|---|
| Steam from a tall pot | Good |
| Skillet smoke | Very good |
Quick facts
Zones: 4: 8-inch (3,000 watts boost), 7-inch (2,100 watts), two 9 × 9-inch (3,000 watts boost); Flex-Choice XL and automatic bridging · Ventilation: 345 CFM; vented or recirculating; very quiet on level 1 · Controls: Touch sliders; 9 power levels plus boost · Electrical: 120/240 volts, 40 amps (40 amps cord kit sold separately) · Size / cutout: 30 7/8 × 22 1/16 × 7 7/8 in · cutout 28 27/32 × 21 5/32 in · List price: $4,999 at AJ Madison
Pros and cons
What I liked
- It captured smoke and steam best of the 30-inch models.
- It can vent outside or recirculate.
- Its flex zone bridges automatically.
What I didn't like
- It's expensive.
- The power cord kit is sold separately.
My notes
JennAir is a Whirlpool premium brand, and this is its 30-inch induction downdraft. The flex zone and automatic bridging handle griddles well, and the fan is quiet on low. It captured skillet smoke almost completely and did the best job with steam of any 30-inch model.
It’s expensive for a 30-inch cooktop and needs a separately sold cord kit. Check the installation guide for the cabinet space the fan needs below.
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