Typically, cooktops need a range hood to help with ventilation but not the KitchenAid-KCED600GSS 30" Stainless Steel Smoothtop Electric Cooktop with Downdraft Ventilation. This cooktop comes with a ventilation system embedded in its surface so you can cook and clear the air simultaneously with one unit. The cooking elements on this electric cooktop offer a variety of heat and size variations to accommodate any pot or pan and the preparation of the cuisine of your choice. Three-speed controls are powered by the 300 CFM motor to handle high heat cooking like pan searing and stir-frying. Indicators for when the surface is on or hot adds extra safety precautions.