Hunter Newsome 42-inch
Score: 85/100
Hunter Dempsey 44-inch
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Hunter 51082 Newsome is a 42-inch low-profile indoor ceiling fan featuring a Premier Bronze finish and WhisperWind reversible motor. It provides quiet airflow up to 2697 CFM and integrated dimmable LED lighting, making it ideal for small rooms with low ceilings. While it lacks remote control functionality, its energy efficiency and brand reliability make it a solid choice for dry indoor spaces.
The Hunter Dempsey 50400 is a 44-inch low-profile ceiling fan offering impressive 4711 CFM airflow with SureSpeed technology. It features integrated LED lighting and reversible airflow, making it suitable for small indoor spaces with low ceilings. However, the lighting is not dimmable, and there are conflicting reports regarding its remote control functionality and indoor/outdoor rating.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,697 CFM | 4,711 CFMbest | |
42 inches | 44 inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 14.29 inches | 12.31 inchesbest |
1,600 lumensbest | 1,200 lumens | |
3best | 3best | |
| ↓ lower better | 47 watts | 34 wattsbest |
12.5 degrees | 13 degreesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Controls(1) | ||
Control Method | pull_chain | Remote Control |
Lighting(2) | ||
Light Lumens (lumens) | 1600 lumens | 1200 lumens |
Dimmable | true | false |
Performance(3) | ||
Airflow (CFM) | 2697 CFM | 4711 CFM |
Noise Level (dB) | low dB | Quiet dB |
Motor Type | ac | WhisperWind AC |
Features(1) | ||
Indoor/Outdoor Rating | indoor | Indoor/Outdoor Damp |
Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (watts) | 47 watts | 34 watts |
Design & Dimensions(5) | ||
Diameter (inches) | 42 inches | 44 inches |
Height (inches) | 14.29 inches | 12.31 inches |
Blade Material | mdf | MDF |
Blade Pitch (degrees) | 12.5 degrees | 13 degrees |
Mount Type | low_profile | Low Profile |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | lifetime_motor_1_year_parts years | Lifetime years |
Professional sources and editors praise the Hunter Newsome for its casual charm, whisper-quiet performance, and suitability for low ceilings. The 3-speed motor is noted for delivering superior performance without noise, while the light kit provides ideal ambiance.
Everyday consumers commonly praise the easy installation, quiet motor, and stylish low-profile design for bedrooms and small living rooms. Recurring themes include reliable daily lighting and good air circulation. However, complaints focus on the basic pull chain controls lacking a remote, occasional wobbling if not balanced perfectly, and the light kit not being bright enough for larger rooms.
“reliable daily lighting”
“superior performance”
Professional reviewers and editors praise the Hunter 44-inch fan for its optimized cooling capabilities and quiet WhisperWind motor, noting its suitability for small spaces like bedrooms and home offices. The clean lines and low-profile design are highlighted as aesthetically pleasing for modern interiors, with specific emphasis on the 13-degree blade pitch contributing to peak efficiency.
Everyday users generally appreciate the easy installation, bright LED lighting, and strong airflow for small rooms. However, recurring themes in feedback highlight dissatisfaction with the lack of remote control functionality, the inability to dim the lights, and the limitation to indoor use only.
