Can-Fan Max-Fan 10 in
#6 in 8 in and upFull review
A 10 in fan for grow rooms that costs less than EC rivals its size, if you add your own speed controller.
Amazon $194.95$194.95
The Can-Fan Max-Fan 10 in is the better inline duct fan overall, rated 2.8 to 2.6. The Can-Fan Max-Fan 10 in leads on warranty and value. The AC Infinity CLOUDLINE S12 wins on efficiency, airflow and controls. The Can-Fan Max-Fan 10 in costs $184.05 less ($194.95 vs $379).
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AC Infinity CLOUDLINE S12
#9 in 8 in and upFull review
The largest CLOUDLINE, moving 1,604 CFM for big rooms and multiple tents. It is loud at full speed, so most owners run it lower.
Amazon $379$379
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Can-Fan Max-Fan 10 in for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and value ($19.13 per 100 CFM ($194.95, 1,019 CFM) vs $23.63 per 100 CFM ($379, 1,604 CFM)).
- Choose the AC Infinity CLOUDLINE S12 for efficiency (6.4 CFM per watt (1,604 CFM, 250 W) vs 4.5 CFM per watt (1,019 CFM, 228 W)), airflow (1,604 CFM through 12 in duct vs 1,019 CFM through 10 in duct) and controls (speed controller included vs no controller included).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 8 in and up inline duct fan; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Can-Fan Max-Fan 10 in | AC Infinity CLOUDLINE S12 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 41 $19.13 per 100 CFM ($194.95, 1,019 CFM) | 22 $23.63 per 100 CFM ($379, 1,604 CFM) |
| Efficiency 25% | 16 4.5 CFM per watt (1,019 CFM, 228 W) | 38 6.4 CFM per watt (1,604 CFM, 250 W) |
| Airflow 15% | 44 1,019 CFM through 10 in duct | 72 1,604 CFM through 12 in duct |
| Noise 15% | 50 full-speed noise not published (neutral score used) | 0 62 dBA at full speed |
| Controls 10% | 0 no controller included | 40 speed controller included |
| Warranty 10% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Can-Fan Max-Fan 10 in | AC Infinity CLOUDLINE S12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Duct size | 10 in | 12 in |
| Rated airflow | 1,019 CFM | 1,604 CFM |
| Static pressure (not scored) | - | 818 Pa |
| Power at full speed | 228 W | 250 W |
| Power figure | Max power draw | Max power draw |
| Average power (not scored) | - | 139 W |
| Airflow per watt | 4.5 CFM/W | 6.4 CFM/W |
| Price per 100 CFM | $19.13 | $23.63 |
| Noise at full speed | - | 62 dBA |
| Top speed | 2,990 RPM | - |
| Controls | ||
| Motor | - | EC |
| Controller | None included | 10-speed controller |
| Speeds | - | 10 |
| Temperature and humidity control | No | No |
| Phone app | No | No |
| Timer or cycle modes | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Housing | - | Plastic |
| Ingress rating | - | IP44 |
| Voltage | - | 100-240 V |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |