VIVOSUN R6 6 in Inline Fan
#3 in 6 inFull review
A low-cost 6 in fan for bathroom, basement or tent exhaust when running cost and filter performance matter less than price.
Amazon $63.99$63.99
The VIVOSUN R6 6 in Inline Fan is the better inline duct fan overall, rated 3.2 to 3.1. The VIVOSUN R6 6 in Inline Fan leads on noise and value. The Hon&Guan 6 in EC Inline Fan HI-150EC wins on airflow. The VIVOSUN R6 6 in Inline Fan costs $36 less ($63.99 vs $99.99).
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Hon&Guan 6 in EC Inline Fan HI-150EC
#5 in 6 inFull review
A high-output 6 in fan for long duct runs or a big filter where noise is not a concern.
Amazon $99.99$99.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the VIVOSUN R6 6 in Inline Fan for noise (34 dBA at full speed vs 55 dBA at full speed) and value ($16.41 per 100 CFM ($63.99, 390 CFM) vs $21.32 per 100 CFM ($99.99, 469 CFM)).
- Choose the Hon&Guan 6 in EC Inline Fan HI-150EC for airflow (469 CFM through 6 in duct vs 390 CFM through 6 in duct).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 6 in inline duct fan; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | VIVOSUN R6 6 in Inline Fan | Hon&Guan 6 in EC Inline Fan HI-150EC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 91 $16.41 per 100 CFM ($63.99, 390 CFM) | 64 $21.32 per 100 CFM ($99.99, 469 CFM) |
| Efficiency 25% | 0 power draw not published, scored as the lowest | 34 6.1 CFM per watt (469 CFM, 77 W) |
| Airflow 15% | 70 390 CFM through 6 in duct | 100 469 CFM through 6 in duct |
| Noise 15% | 74 34 dBA at full speed | 14 55 dBA at full speed |
| Controls 10% | 40 speed controller included | 40 speed controller included |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| VIVOSUN R6 6 in Inline Fan | Hon&Guan 6 in EC Inline Fan HI-150EC | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Duct size | 6 in | 6 in |
| Rated airflow | 390 CFM | 469 CFM |
| Power at full speed | - | 77 W |
| Power figure | - | Rated power |
| Airflow per watt | - | 6.1 CFM/W |
| Price per 100 CFM | $16.41 | $21.32 |
| Noise at full speed | 34 dBA | 55 dBA |
| Top speed | 2,450 RPM | 4,300 RPM |
| Controls | ||
| Motor | - | EC |
| Controller | Stepless speed controller | Variable speed controller |
| Speeds | Stepless | Stepless |
| Temperature and humidity control | No | No |
| Phone app | No | No |
| Timer or cycle modes | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Housing | Plastic | Plastic |
| Ingress rating | - | IP44 |
| Voltage | - | 100-120 V |