Solatube EPS Ultra
A ducted EC fan for homes of 2,000 to 3,200 sq ft at a low price from Solatube’s own store; the 5-year motor warranty is the trade-off.
Amazon $985 Solatube $885$885
3.7/5
A low-cost ducted fan with an R-5 damper for a typical home; the ECM motor and three speeds cut running costs.
- 3,209 CFMAirflow
- 491 WPower
- 51 dBANoise
- R-5 insulatedDamper
Check price at Amazon$1,299Check price at Centric Air$1,197
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Ducted design keeps the motor away from the ceiling for quieter running
- Three speeds, with a 246 W low setting for overnight use
- R-5 insulated damper standard, R-13 available
- Remote or wall control included
Cons
- Costs more than Centric Air’s QA-Deluxe fans of similar airflow
The Centric Air QA-Deluxe family
Every Centric Air QA-Deluxe model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Airflow | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centric Air QA-Deluxe 3300 | 2,425 CFM | 3.6/5 | $849 |
| Centric Air QA-Deluxe 4800 ECM (this one) | 3,209 CFM | 3.7/5 | $1,197 |
| Centric Air QA-Deluxe 5500 | 3,945 CFM | 3.8/5 | $1,049 |
| Centric Air QA-Deluxe 6500 | 4,478 CFM | 3.9/5 | $1,149 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | QA-Deluxe 4800 ECM |
|---|---|
| Airflow | |
| Airflow, high speed | 3,209 CFM |
| Power, high speed | 491 W |
| Efficiency | 6.5 CFM/W |
| Speeds | 3 |
| Noise | 51 dBA |
| Install | |
| Mount | Ducted |
| Damper | R-5 insulated |
| Ceiling opening | 14 x 28 in |
| Attic vent area needed | 4.5 sq ft |
| Voltage | 120 V |
| Remote or wall control | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty | 10 years |
Alternatives in this size
QuietCool Classic CL-4700 RF
A ducted Classic fan with a 10-year warranty for a typical home. It costs less up front than the Energy Saver but draws more power.
Amazon $1,109$1,109
Centric Air 4.0
An efficient ducted fan with a 15-year motor warranty for a typical home.
Amazon $1,788 Centric Air $1,649$1,649
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