Centric Air 2.7
An efficient ducted fan with a 15-year motor warranty for a small home or one floor.
Amazon $1,249$1,249
The Centric Air 2.7 is the better whole house fan overall, rated 3.9 to 3.1. The Centric Air 2.7 leads on warranty and efficiency. The Solatube EPS Plus wins on value. The Solatube EPS Plus costs $459 less ($790 vs $1,249).
Solatube EPS Plus
A ducted EC fan for homes of 1,000 to 2,200 sq ft at a low price from Solatube’s own store; the 5-year motor warranty is the trade-off.
Amazon $890 Solatube $790$790
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Centric Air 2.7 for warranty (15-year warranty on the motor vs 5-year warranty on the motor) and efficiency (9.4 CFM per watt vs 6.2 CFM per watt).
- Choose the Solatube EPS Plus for value ($345.28 per 1,000 CFM ($790, 2,288 CFM) vs $461.06 per 1,000 CFM ($1,249, 2,709 CFM)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 3,000 CFM whole house fan; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Centric Air 2.7 | Solatube EPS Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 47 $461.06 per 1,000 CFM ($1,249, 2,709 CFM) | 68 $345.28 per 1,000 CFM ($790, 2,288 CFM) |
| Efficiency 20% | 73 9.4 CFM per watt | 20 6.2 CFM per watt |
| Noise 15% | 70 49 dBA at high speed | 50 noise rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Damper 10% | 33 R-5 insulated damper | 40 R-6 insulated damper |
| Warranty 25% | 100 15-year warranty on the motor | 44 5-year warranty on the motor |
Specifications
| Centric Air 2.7 | Solatube EPS Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Airflow | ||
| Airflow, high speed | 2,709 CFM | 2,288 CFM |
| Power, high speed | 288 W | 369 W |
| Efficiency | 9.4 CFM/W | 6.2 CFM/W |
| Speeds | 2 | 7 |
| Noise | 49 dBA | - |
| Install | ||
| Mount | Ducted | Ducted |
| Damper | R-5 insulated | R-6 insulated |
| Ceiling opening | 14 x 24 in | - |
| Attic vent area needed | 3.2 sq ft | 4 sq ft |
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Remote or wall control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 15 years | 5 years |
| Released | - | 2023-06 |