Hotpoint vs Miele Cooker Hoods

Hotpoint and Miele are separated by a clear price gap. Hotpoint's four chimney hoods run from £219 for the PHGC94FLMX curved glass model to £319 for the PHBS68FLTIX1 70cm chimney. Miele's two models sit well above that, with the DAW1620EDST active stainless steel hood at £675 and the DAPUR68W 600mm wall-mounted hood at £787. The gap between Hotpoint's dearest hood and Miele's cheapest is £356. Hotpoint's cheapest hood costs less than a third of Miele's dearest model.

Miele's differentiator is connectivity and filtration. The Con@ctivity 3.0 function lets the hood adjust extraction to a Miele hob, and its 10-layer stainless steel grease filters are dishwasher-safe. Both Miele models offer strong boost capacity, with 650m³/h on the DAPUR68W and 640m³/h on the DAW1620EDST. Hotpoint focuses on speed control and boost instead: the PHGC94FLMX offers a booster option with four speeds and two LEDs, while the PHVP62FLMK adds a touch display and booster mode. Miele's DAW1620EDST has electronic control and LED illumination, giving it a polished look for a dedicated cooking space.

Hotpoint suits a household that wants boost and touch controls without paying for a premium brand. The PHC77FLBIX 700mm chimney, with its boost and silent function, works well for a mid-sized family kitchen. Miele suits a buyer who wants a long-term fixture, with spare parts guaranteed for at least 15 years after a model is discontinued, and who will run the hood with an automatic hob link. Hotpoint's PHVP62FLMK with its touch display suits a kitchen where controls should look modern.

Bottom line: choose Hotpoint if you want boost and touch controls for between £219 and £319. Choose Miele if you want automatic hob connectivity and a premium build, and can justify spending from £675.