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Air Vent 24 in. Direct Drive Whole House Fan (54301) vs Master Flow WHFS24M Direct Drive Whole House Fan

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Master Flow WHFS24M Direct Drive Whole House Fan is cheaper at $379.99. Every spec and price links to its source.

Full spec sheet

marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.

Spec Air Vent 24 in. Direct Drive Whole House Fan (54301) Master Flow WHFS24M Direct Drive Whole House Fan
US price $379.99
BrandAir VentMaster Flow
Released
Airflow (CFM) 3,500 CFM 4,500 CFM
Coverage (sq ft) up to 1,500 sq ft up to 2,000 sq ft
Speed settings 2
Drive type direct_drive direct_drive
Insulated damper No No
Remote or app control No No
Sound level note
Motor warranty years 10

Sources — Air Vent 24 in. Direct Drive Whole House Fan (54301): sutherlands.com (verified 2026-08-16). Master Flow WHFS24M Direct Drive Whole House Fan: thelumberyard.com (verified 2026-08-16).

What's the difference between the Air Vent 24 in. Direct Drive Whole House Fan (54301) and Master Flow WHFS24M Direct Drive Whole House Fan?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (2 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Airflow (CFM): Air Vent 24 in. Direct Drive Whole House Fan (54301) 3,500 CFM vs Master Flow WHFS24M Direct Drive Whole House Fan 4,500 CFM
  • Coverage (sq ft): Air Vent 24 in. Direct Drive Whole House Fan (54301) up to 1,500 sq ft vs Master Flow WHFS24M Direct Drive Whole House Fan up to 2,000 sq ft

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