Broan-NuTone 678 Ventilation Fan and Light Combo for
Original price was: $54.00.$49.00Current price is: $49.00.
Product Overview
The Broan-NuTone 678 Ventilation Fan and Light Combo is a ceiling-mounted unit designed to improve indoor air quality in bathrooms and other small rooms. Ideal for homeowners, renters, or DIY enthusiasts, this combo unit combines efficient ventilation with integrated lighting to help reduce moisture, odors, and humidity. With a clean white grille and simple installation design, it blends seamlessly into modern home décor while delivering reliable performance. The fan operates quietly at just 2.5 Sones and is suitable for spaces up to 45 square feet, making it a practical choice for bathrooms, powder rooms, or laundry areas. Its durable construction and user-friendly features ensure long-lasting functionality without the need for complex setup.
Key Features
- Exhaust Fan and Light Combo: Designed to remove stale air, excess moisture, and unpleasant odors from small rooms such as bathrooms. The built-in light helps brighten the space while the fan runs, improving both comfort and visibility.
- Bright 100-Watt Lighting: Equipped with a high-output incandescent bulb capacity (bulb sold separately), the unit provides ample illumination for daily use. The shatter-resistant light-diffusing lens ensures safe, even light distribution and enhances durability.
- Quiet and Efficient Operation: Runs at only 2.5 Sones and delivers 50 CFM (cubic feet per minute) of airflow—ideal for effective ventilation without excessive noise. This makes it suitable for continuous or intermittent use throughout the day.
- Easy Installation: Features key-holed mounting brackets and a tapered polymeric duct fitting that simplifies wall or ceiling mounting. The included backdraft damper prevents outside air from re-entering, and the plug-in motor is permanently lubricated for low maintenance.
- Decorative White Grille: A designer-style white polymeric grille complements most bathroom decors, offering a clean, finished look that enhances the room’s aesthetic appeal.
- Shatter-Resistant Lens: The non-shatter material used in the light diffuser improves safety and longevity, especially in humid environments like bathrooms.
- GFCI Circuit Compatibility: Recommended for connection to a GFCI-protected branch circuit when installed above bathtubs or showers, ensuring electrical safety in wet locations.
Technical Specifications
- Power: 100 watts (light bulb not included)
- Airflow Rate: 50 CFM (cubic feet per minute)
- Sound Rating: 2.5 Sones
- Mounting Type: Ceiling-mount
- Grill Material: White polymeric
- Duct Connection: Tapered polymeric duct fitting with backdraft damper
- Light Bulb Type: Incandescent (sold separately)
- Room Coverage: Up to 45 square feet
- Installation Brackets: Key-holed mounting system
- Motor: Plug-in, permanently lubricated
Benefits & Use Cases
This ventilation fan and light combo is best suited for bathrooms, powder rooms, or compact home areas where moisture control and air circulation are important. It effectively removes humidity generated during showers or baths, helping prevent mold and mildew growth on walls and ceilings. The quiet operation allows for comfortable use without disruptive noise, making it ideal for morning routines or late-night visits to the bathroom. The inclusion of both lighting and ventilation in one unit saves space and simplifies installation compared to using separate fixtures. Because it covers rooms up to 45 square feet, it’s well-suited for standard-sized bathrooms but may not be adequate for larger spaces. Always ensure proper ducting to maximize efficiency and prevent airflow resistance.
Important Notes
The Broan-NuTone 678 is intended for use over bathtubs and showers when connected to a GFCI-protected circuit, as required by electrical codes in many regions. It must not be used over cooking surfaces. A 100-watt incandescent light bulb is required for operation (not included). The installation process includes standard electrical wiring and ductwork; users should follow the provided installation guide, which can be found above the product reviews on the listing page. The unit comes with all necessary hardware, including polymeric duct connectors and key-holed mounting brackets for secure and straightforward mounting. For best performance, ensure the duct run is unobstructed and properly sized. Regular cleaning of the grille and lens area is recommended to maintain airflow and light clarity.
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barbie –
Works great
Cheaper alternative.. Bright, quieter then most, and powerful. Not huge. Looks nice.. Works great
Todd Self –
Easy to install
This was a breeze to install (replacement). The installation information was concise and very helpful. It actually took longer to remove the broken unit than it did to install the new one. The fan is quiet, the light is bright.
Anthony –
Great !!! Worth it
This thing works like a charm. I just wish I would have got the bigger size. I guess I believe blower to suck out more of the steam in the shower but it could be because I take hot and hot showers. I don’t know but this is a great name brand first off and it’s a good price so you can’t go wrong with this item
Phil –
Functions well
I received the fan ahead of schedule, which was great. It was not hard to install but the way it was setup and the way my house was built required some extra work to make sure it was securely mounted. If it had a way to switch the outlet side the job would have been much easier. It is pretty loud but I can’t complain about the price and it gets the job done efficiently.
Susanna Castro –
Brighten Up & Ventilate with the Broan-NuTone 678 – A 5-Star Upgrade!
I recently installed the Broan-NuTone 678 Ventilation Fan and Light Combo in my bathroom, and I couldnât be happier with the results! This unit is powerful and efficient, with the fan doing a great job at clearing out humidity at 50 CFMâperfect for a small to medium bathroom. The light is bright and distributes evenly, making the space feel well-lit and inviting. Installation was straightforward, and it fits perfectly in my existing space. Plus, it runs quietly, which is a nice bonus. Overall, this fan and light combo is a fantastic value for anyone looking to improve ventilation and lighting in their bathroom! Highly recommended!
John –
Really great for remodeling
Nice quiet fan, bright light, moves a good amount of air. Really liked the install. Everything can be done from inside the bathroom as long as you have access to the exhaust hose and wiring. It all pulls into the housing, then gets installed. It was surprisingly easy to install, and well designed. Instructions are not so good though, they leave some steps out but it’s not too hard to figure out.
Lobeagle –
Runs beautifully, looks great, quiet
This ventilation fan fit nicely where the old one had been. My whole ceiling needed replaced so wet tore out the housing and replaced the whole fan. The old one didnât have a light in it, so it was an upgrade. It works great pulling all the moisture out and is pretty quiet and looks nice. Very reasonable price and the customer service was excellent. I wasnât sure what to get to replace the old one, but they got me set up with the right one and talked me through how to pull out the replaceable part from the housing successfully. It turned out that the tabs were jammed and I never would have been able to get it out without knowing how it was designed. I am very pleased with the whole experience.
Richard Evans –
Great exhaust fan
I installed this exhaust fan as part of our bath remodel. Fan works well and is very quiet. Easy installation instructions. Hope to not have to by again, since the remodel is done but would by this brand again.
MJ –
Excelente calidad!
Brian M –
This was a replacement for a similar fan and heater lamp combo.Didn’t need the heat lamp on the old one but I liked the light as it brightened up the rest of the room.And my old fan sounded like an airplane taking off so this one is a godsend.Its loud enough so that I can hear it running, but not so loud its an annoyance.Excellent purchase!
MarshyFerret –
Venting functions as intented ; installation was relatively easy ( most of the problem is drilling the hole to the outside and running the 4″ tube)Installed in basement washroom that’s underneath a room. you can definitely hear a very faint hum from the bedroom if you listen real closely but not enough to disturb sleep.the “in bathroom” noise is on par with our other nu-tone if only a little bit louder.The Ive installed a 5000k 100w equivalent bulb and it definitely is not enough to light up the whole room, even as it is installed in the middle of the room. so a vanity light and a shower light IS REQUIRED.
RENE CHABOT –
Exactement tel que je l’avais commandé. Bonne qualité vs celui que je dois remplacer avec l’éclairage en plus. C’est la même marque que mon ancien.
owner –
Install to rid of mold for the downstairs shower as no one bothers to air the bathroom after a shower. Very easy to install. Love the fan and light combination. Wiring allow them to run separately.