Broan-NuTone Glacier GLA1303SS 30 in vs Firegas FGS-USB13G70AC 30 in Insert

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Firegas FGS-USB13G70AC 30 in Insert rates 3.9 among inserts range hoods; the Broan-NuTone Glacier GLA1303SS 30 in rates 3.1 among under-cabinet ones. The Firegas FGS-USB13G70AC 30 in Insert costs $68.01 less ($155.99 vs $224).

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Broan-NuTone Glacier GLA1303SS 30 in vs Firegas FGS-USB13G70AC 30 in Insert

Scores side by side

These two sit in different type classes (inserts and under-cabinet), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.

Factor weightFiregas FGS-USB13G70AC 30 in InsertBroan-NuTone Glacier GLA1303SS 30 in
Overall rating3.9/53.1/5
Airflow 20%100 600 CFM80 350 CFM
Quiet at full speed 20%90 57 dB40 6.5 sones (about 67 dB)
Quiet at low speed 15%50 noise at low speed not published (neutral score used)46 1.5 sones (about 46 dB)
Features 20%55 dishwasher-safe steel filters, LED lighting, 3 or more speeds, converts to ductless25 LED lighting, converts to ductless
Price 15%81 $155.9965 $224
Warranty 10%0 warranty not published, scored as none0 1-year warranty

Specifications

Firegas FGS-USB13G70AC 30 in InsertBroan-NuTone Glacier GLA1303SS 30 in
Airflow and noise
Max airflow600 CFM350 CFM
HVI-certified airflow (0.1 in.)-240 CFM
Noise at max speed57 dB6.5 sones
Noise at low speed-1.5 sones
Fan speeds32
Installation
MountInsertUnder-cabinet
Width30 in30 in
VentingDucted or ductlessDucted or ductless
Duct connection6 in round3-1/4 x 10 in or 7 in round
PowerPlug-inHardwired
Airflow cap for make-up air codesNoNo
Features
Grease filtersSteel baffleAluminum mesh
LED lightingYesYes
ControlsPush buttonRocker
Delayed shut-off-No
Automatic fan speedNoNo
Build
Weight-19.2 lb
Warranty-1 year

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