Natural Light SAF48 Solar Attic Fan
#5 in Roof mountFull review
For a larger attic where the owner wants a lifetime warranty and a big panel. Buyers who need night running should look at hybrid fans.
Amazon $729.70$729.70
The Natural Light SAF48 Solar Attic Fan is the better solar attic fan overall, rated 3.6 to 3.4. The Natural Light SAF48 Solar Attic Fan leads on panel. The HGinline 40W Solar Attic Fan wins on features. The HGinline 40W Solar Attic Fan costs $429.71 less ($299.99 vs $729.70).
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HGinline 40W Solar Attic Fan
#8 in Roof mountFull review
A flexible hybrid fan with speed control for a buyer who wants night running on a budget. The lack of a stated warranty is the main risk.
Amazon $299.99$299.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Natural Light SAF48 Solar Attic Fan for panel (48 W panel vs 40 W panel).
- Choose the HGinline 40W Solar Attic Fan for features (thermostat, AC backup, separate or tilting panel vs separate or tilting panel).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every roof mount solar attic fan; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Natural Light SAF48 Solar Attic Fan | HGinline 40W Solar Attic Fan |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 24 $0.39 per CFM ($729.70, 1,881 CFM) | 71 $0.17 per CFM ($299.99, 1,800 CFM credited of 2,000 claimed (45 per panel watt)) |
| Airflow 15% | 67 1,881 CFM | 63 1,800 CFM credited of 2,000 claimed (45 per panel watt) |
| Panel 20% | 76 48 W panel | 60 40 W panel |
| Features 15% | 30 separate or tilting panel | 100 thermostat, AC backup, separate or tilting panel |
| Warranty 25% | 100 lifetime warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Natural Light SAF48 Solar Attic Fan | HGinline 40W Solar Attic Fan | |
|---|---|---|
| Airflow | ||
| Mount | Roof | Roof |
| Airflow | 1,881 CFM | 2,000 CFM |
| Attic area | 2,825 sq ft | 2,500 sq ft |
| Fan | - | 12 in |
| Motor | DC | brushless DC |
| Power | ||
| Panel | 48 W | 40 W |
| Separate or tilting panel | Yes | Yes |
| Thermostat | No | Yes |
| AC backup | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 26.5 lb |
| Warranty | Lifetime | - |