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AirScape 1.7 (1.7 WHF-XR) vs Cool Attic CX24DDWT Direct Drive 2-Speed Whole House Fan

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. AirScape 1.7 (1.7 WHF-XR) is cheaper at $996. 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 AirScape 1.7 (1.7 WHF-XR) Cool Attic CX24DDWT Direct Drive 2-Speed Whole House Fan
US price $996
BrandAirScapeCool Attic
Released
Airflow (CFM) 1,712 / 1,000 CFM (high/low) 4,600 / 3,200 CFM (high/low)
Coverage (sq ft) up to 1,500 sq ft 1,200-1,800 sq ft
Speed settings 2 2
Drive type direct_drive direct_drive
Insulated damper Yes No
Remote or app control No No
Sound level note 55 dBA high / 44 dBA low, measured at 1 meter
Motor warranty years 3 10

Sources — AirScape 1.7 (1.7 WHF-XR): airscapefans.com (verified 2026-08-16). Cool Attic CX24DDWT Direct Drive 2-Speed Whole House Fan: amazon.com (verified 2026-08-16).

What's the difference between the AirScape 1.7 (1.7 WHF-XR) and Cool Attic CX24DDWT Direct Drive 2-Speed Whole House Fan?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Airflow (CFM): AirScape 1.7 (1.7 WHF-XR) 1,712 / 1,000 CFM (high/low) vs Cool Attic CX24DDWT Direct Drive 2-Speed Whole House Fan 4,600 / 3,200 CFM (high/low)
  • Coverage (sq ft): AirScape 1.7 (1.7 WHF-XR) up to 1,500 sq ft vs Cool Attic CX24DDWT Direct Drive 2-Speed Whole House Fan 1,200-1,800 sq ft
  • Insulated damper: AirScape 1.7 (1.7 WHF-XR) true vs Cool Attic CX24DDWT Direct Drive 2-Speed Whole House Fan false
  • Motor warranty years: AirScape 1.7 (1.7 WHF-XR) 3 vs Cool Attic CX24DDWT Direct Drive 2-Speed Whole House Fan 10

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