Hunter Newsome 42-inch
Score: 85/100
Hunter Low Profile IV 42-inch
Score: 75/100Rankings
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 Low Profile IV 42-inch is a minimalist, light-free ceiling fan designed for small indoor spaces with low ceilings. It offers strong, quiet airflow and reversible blades but lacks modern conveniences like remote control or integrated lighting. It is ideal for users who prioritize basic, reliable air circulation in small rooms like bedrooms or mudrooms.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,697 CFM | 2,926 CFMbest | |
42 inchesbest | 42 inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 14.29 inches | 8.8 inchesbest |
1,600 lumensbest | 0 lumens | |
3best | 3best | |
| ↓ lower better | 47 watts | 29 wattsbest |
12.5 degrees | 13 degreesbest |
Click an attribute name to sort · Green = best, red = worst (relative to this comparison)
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Controls(1) | ||
Control Method | pull_chain | Pull Chain |
Lighting(2) | ||
Light Lumens (lumens) | 1600 lumens | 0 lumens |
Dimmable | true | false |
Performance(3) | ||
Airflow (CFM) | 2697 CFM | 2926 CFM |
Noise Level (dB) | low dB | Quiet dB |
Motor Type | ac | WhisperWind AC |
Features(1) | ||
Indoor/Outdoor Rating | indoor | Indoor |
Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (watts) | 47 watts | 29 watts |
Design & Dimensions(4) | ||
Height (inches) | 14.29 inches | 8.8 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 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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”
No direct professional reviews or editor quotes were found in the search results. Product pages emphasize quiet performance, low-profile fit for small/low-ceiling rooms, and reliable Hunter engineering (140 years experience, limited lifetime motor warranty).
Search results contain no user reviews, ratings, or testimonials. Common themes cannot be identified from available data.
