In commercial kitchens, warehouses, and factories, stale air doesn't just feel unpleasant-it slows work and makes heat, smoke, and cooking odors linger. An upblast roof exhaust fan solves that by pulling contaminated air up and away through a rooftop duct. Garvee's two upblast models in the ventilation ducting air distribution category carry the same direct-drive layout, but they split on airflow capacity and listed price. The real decision is whether your space needs steady, lower-cost ventilation or a higher-capacity exhaust for heavy smoke and heat.
Quick verdict
Choose the Garvee 1400 CFM unit if you want the lower listed price and your air-exchange needs are moderate. Choose the Garvee 2400 CFM unit if your rooftop fan has to clear heavy heat, smoke, and cooking odors on a regular basis.
At a glance
| Feature | Garvee 1400 CFM Upblast Roof Exhaust Fan | Garvee 2400 CFM Upblast Roof Exhaust Fan |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | USD 309.69 | USD 341.99 |
| Airflow | 1400 cfm | 2400 CFM |
| Drive | Direct drive | Direct drive |
| Motor | Upgraded motor | Upgraded motor |
| Color | Silver | Silver |
| Condition | New | New |
| Weight | 35.6 lbs | 35.6 lbs |
| Warranty | 5 Years | 5 Years |
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Where each fan wins
- Lower listed price: The smaller-capacity model takes the lower-priced slot in this head-to-head while still covering standard commercial ventilation tasks.
- Higher airflow: The higher-capacity model brings noticeably more exhaust capacity, which is what you want when smoke and heat build quickly.
- Shared foundation: Both fans share direct-drive operation and a 5-year manufacturer warranty.
Garvee 1400 CFM Upblast Roof Exhaust Fan
At USD 309.69, this is the lower-priced path into the Garvee upblast family. Its 1400 cfm rating suits a workspace that needs consistent air movement without the heavy-duty capacity of a larger rooftop exhaust. The description highlights quiet operation, a practical benefit in a restaurant or factory where noise adds to fatigue. The silver finish matches the rest of the pair, so you get the same visual consistency at a lower listed price. The limitation is sizing: if your equipment generates persistent smoke or heat, 1400 cfm may not clear the space quickly enough, and you would be better served by the 2400 CFM version.
Garvee 2400 CFM Upblast Roof Exhaust Fan
This model carries a USD 341.99 listed price, or $32.30 more than the 1400 CFM unit, and it adds 1,000 CFM of airflow. The description points to a spun aluminum hood and skirt, giving it a weather-resistant profile for rooftop installation in low-duct commercial settings. It pairs that capacity with an upgraded motor, and the 35.6 lb weight stays the same. The trade-off is capacity versus cost: if 1400 CFM already handles the space, the extra airflow won't change your comfort level, but if smoke and heat linger, the higher capacity is the reason to choose this unit.
Final choice by use case
For a restaurant, warehouse, or factory where air-exchange needs are moderate and the listed price matters, the lower-CFM Garvee model is the straightforward pick. For a restaurant kitchen with heavy cooking loads, a factory with heat-generating machines, or any space where smoke and odors build fast, the higher-CFM Garvee model earns its higher listed price through the extra rooftop exhaust capacity.
