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Thanks for all the responses. This is the space I am working with. There is no hope of a hood. The path up is blocked by another room above. The only choices I see are down draft, recirculating or no vent. I am just amazed at the difference in price between a stovetop with a vent and without. I also don't love the idea of giving up what small space I have for a vent. I have to be honest: I never use the draft I currently have. I rarely use oil in a quantity that it splashes out of the pan. I do cook everyday: breakfast, lunch and dinner (stay at home mom). My kitchen has 5 windows that can be opened to air out any smells. Thanks again for all the responses.