Bosch angled hoods mount on the wall above the hob and have a sloping glass front, all in black or black glass. Because the front slopes, there is more headroom over your pans than a boxy hood gives you, and the glass looks smart in a modern kitchen. The range covers Bosch Series 2, Series 4, Series 6 and Series 8, in 60 cm, 80 cm and 90 cm widths. Most shoppers start by matching the hood to the width of their hob.

Every model with full details listed can either vent air outside through ducting or recirculate it through filters. Recirculation helps when there is no outside wall nearby. Some models can also take Bosch's optional CleanAir Plus recirculation kit, whose odour filter is designed to remove most cooking smells. Most hoods add a booster setting, a short burst of extra power for searing or stir-frying. The Series 8 model has two booster levels and the strongest extraction here, while one Series 4 model keeps to three speeds without a booster.

Several Series 4 and Series 6 models are internet-connected appliances. The 80 cm Series 6 and the Series 8 also run especially quietly on their lowest setting, which is worth considering for an open-plan kitchen. Energy ratings range from B to A+, and most models are rated A+.

To narrow the choice, start with width, then decide how often you need booster power and whether app connection matters to you. To compare other styles, browse all Bosch cooker hoods, the boxier Bosch chimney cooker hoods, or Bosch integrated cooker hoods that hide inside your cabinets.