Hunter Newsome 42-inch
Score: 85/100
Portage Bay West Hill
Score: 72/100Rankings
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 Portage Bay 50251 is a 52-inch matte black hugger ceiling fan designed for low ceilings, featuring a reversible motor, dual-finish blades, and an integrated dimmable light kit. It offers a compact 11.5-inch profile suitable for rooms up to 18x18 feet, providing year-round airflow with pull-chain controls. Best suited for users seeking a budget-conscious, traditional style with a strong warranty.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,697 CFM | 3,256 CFMbest | |
42 inches | 52 inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 14.29 inches | 10.65 inchesbest |
1,600 lumensbest | 600 lumens | |
3best | 3best | |
| ↓ lower better | 47 wattsbest | — |
12.5 degreesbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Controls(1) | ||
Control Method | pull_chain | Pull Chain |
Lighting(1) | ||
Light Lumens (lumens) | 1600 lumens | 600 lumens |
Performance(3) | ||
Airflow (CFM) | 2697 CFM | 3256 CFM |
Noise Level (dB) | low dB | dB |
Motor Type | ac | AC |
Features(1) | ||
Indoor/Outdoor Rating | indoor | Indoor |
Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (watts) | 47 watts | watts |
Design & Dimensions(5) | ||
Diameter (inches) | 42 inches | 52 inches |
Height (inches) | 14.29 inches | 10.65 inches |
Blade Material | mdf | Wood |
Blade Pitch (degrees) | 12.5 degrees | degrees |
Mount Type | low_profile | Flush Mount |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | lifetime_motor_1_year_parts years | Lifetime years |
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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 lack dedicated reviews for this specific model, but characterize it as an affordable luxury option for transitional interiors. Editors note that comparable black hugger fans typically feature quiet reversible motors and energy efficiency, positioning this product as a reliable, budget-conscious choice for low-ceiling installations.
Direct user feedback is unavailable in the source data, but product listings emphasize practical benefits such as easy blade reversal and low-profile installation. There are no recurring complaints noted, though potential user dissatisfaction may arise from the lack of remote control convenience compared to modern alternatives.
