Is ROBAM a Good Brand?

Updated October 2026

Yes, ROBAM is a good brand, especially if strong ventilation is your priority. Founded in 1979 and based in Hangzhou, China, ROBAM specializes in range hoods, gas cooktops and steam ovens, and it says it has been the global sales leader in range hoods for 10 consecutive years, according to Euromonitor International. In the U.S., its appliances carry a written limited warranty that includes lifetime coverage on range hood motors.

Below, our team covers what ROBAM does well, which ROBAM appliances we carry, how the warranty works and what to check before you buy.

ROBAM at a Glance

• Company: Hangzhou Robam Appliances Co., Ltd., founded in 1979.
• Focus: kitchen ventilation first, plus gas cooktops, combi steam ovens and built-in ovens.
• Reach: ROBAM says its products are sold in about 40 countries and regions.
• Design recognition: ROBAM products have won international design awards, including the Red Dot Design Award.
• U.S. support: warranty claims and customer service go through ROBAM's U.S. team in City of Industry, California.

ROBAM Range Hoods: The Brand's Core Strength

Range hoods are where ROBAM built its name. The company says it helped draft the IEC international range hood standard, and its current hoods are designed for high-heat cooking such as stir-frying, searing and wok cooking, where a weak hood struggles to keep up.

The ROBAM R-MAX 36-Inch 1300 CFM Range Hood (A679S) is a good example. It pairs a brushless DC (BLDC) motor rated at 1,300 CFM with an angled black tempered glass front and a 3.9 sq. ft. capture area. A gesture sensor lets you switch between four fan speeds with a wave of the hand, so you don't have to touch the hood with greasy fingers mid-recipe. It mounts under a cabinet or on the wall and connects to a 6-inch duct.

Other ROBAM hoods we carry include:

• R-Max3 (53H1S): a 30- or 36-inch convertible under-cabinet hood rated at 1,200 to 1,400 CFM.
• CleanAir A831: a 30-inch, 1,100 CFM stainless steel hood that mounts under a cabinet or on the wall.
• 88H3S: a 36-inch, 1,500 CFM stainless steel wall-mount hood with a dual-vent design.

High-CFM hoods move a lot of air. As a rule of thumb, plan on about 100 CFM per 10,000 BTU of gas cooktop output, and keep in mind that many local codes require make-up air once a hood goes above roughly 400 CFM. Our guide to range hood CFM ratings explains how to size a hood, and wall-mount vs. under-cabinet range hoods covers mounting styles.

ROBAM Gas Cooktops

ROBAM's cooktops are built around strong wok burners. The G-Series 36-inch cooktop (G515) has five brass burners, including a 20,000 BTU wok burner, with continuous cast iron grates and stainless steel panels. The FireCube 30-inch cooktop takes a different approach, with three burners of up to 18,000 BTU set into black tempered glass for a sleek surface that's easy to wipe down. We also carry 30- and 36-inch stainless steel models such as the 7G9H50.

If you'd like the hood and cooktop to match, ROBAM's 2-piece packages pair them for you, such as the A831 hood with the 30-inch G-Series G513 cooktop. Not sure which width you need? See 30 vs. 36-inch cooktops.

ROBAM Combi Steam Ovens

A combi steam oven combines steam with convection heat. Steam keeps food moist, convection browns it, and a combination mode does both at once, which is how bakers get a crisp crust with a soft interior.

The ROBAM 30-Inch Built-In Combi Steam Oven (CQ762) offers European convection, steam, bake and combination modes, with high-temperature steam up to 300°F, built-in recipes and extra functions for fermenting dough, warming, defrosting and descaling. A 24-inch version (CQ760) suits smaller cabinets.

For the countertop, the ROBAM R-Box Combi Steam Oven (CT763) combines steam, convection and air frying in one compact unit, with a 23-quart capacity and an external water tank. It comes in Cream White, Mint Green, Seasalt Blue, Garnet Red and Petal Pink.

ROBAM Warranty in the U.S.

ROBAM's official warranty page lists coverage by product category:

*The 2-year labor term applies to range hoods purchased after September 2024. Hoods bought before then have 1 year of labor coverage.

The warranty covers the original purchaser and isn't transferable. The appliance must be installed following ROBAM's instructions, and coverage ends if it's removed from its original installation. Warranty work must be authorized by ROBAM and use genuine ROBAM parts, and claims must be confirmed in writing by email within six months of the problem appearing. Check ROBAM's page for the full, current terms.

What to Consider Before You Buy

• Ducting: ROBAM's high-CFM hoods work best when ducted to the outdoors. Check your duct size (the A679S uses a 6-inch duct) and your local make-up air rules before you order.
• Gas connections: Have a licensed professional connect any gas cooktop, follow ROBAM's installation instructions and keep your paperwork, since improper installation isn't covered by the warranty.
• Product range: ROBAM's U.S. lineup centers on hoods, cooktops and ovens. We no longer carry ROBAM dishwashers.
• Service: Because repairs must be authorized by ROBAM, contact ROBAM first rather than calling an independent repair shop.

The Bottom Line

ROBAM is a long-established specialist with a clear strength in ventilation, capable gas cooktops and versatile steam ovens. Its written warranty, with 5 years of parts coverage and a lifetime motor warranty on range hoods, is easy to compare against other brands. If you cook with high heat often and want a powerful hood with a matching cooktop, ROBAM deserves a spot on your shortlist.

Browse the full ROBAM collection, or compare options across all range hoods and cooktops. Orders ship free to the contiguous 48 states, and range hoods ship by courier. We don't install, so line up a qualified installer before your delivery arrives.