Best Roof Vent Fan For Van Life and RV Living


We’ve reviewed the best roof vent fans for vanlife and RV enthusiasts. Each of the fans we’ve reviewed run off 12V DC power and fits into a standard 14”x14” opening in the roof.

While all vent fans are going to make a difference in the amount of cooling in your vehicle, there are two brands that stand out among the rest: Maxxair and Fantasitc fan. Both have stellar reviews on Amazon.com and are the most popular fans on the market.

In our opinion, Maxxair edges out Fantastic. But there are quite a few models to compare. Check out the chart below to see features of the Maxxfan Deluxe.


Our Pick ↠ Best Roof Vent Fan For Van Life: Maxxair 6200K

When it comes to vent fans, the Maxxair 6200k is the top-of the line manual model and comes with all the bells and whistles. The biggest difference between the Maxxair fan and the Fan-tastic line is the built-in rain cover preventing any moisture from getting inside.

The Maxxair line has 10 speed settings that can be adjusted via dial on the unit. With so many speeds, the fan runs quieter than others at the lowest speed. The highest setting will draw up to 5Amps of power with the lowest going down to 0.2Amps. It also has two lever arms that crank into position keeping the unit stable even in high winds.

The technology of the Maxxair is supreme with a temperature sensor that can be set to kick the fan on at a set temp and directional blade. The multi-directional blades are a big bonus for anyone doing high-intensity activities inside the van such as cooking because it will suck the moisture, smells and fumes right out.

Finally, Maxxair is a sleek, low-profile fan. You can expect this product to add 5” to the height of your vehicle when shut, and 9.3” when fully opened.

There are not many complaints that can be found about the Maxxair vent fan models. Aside from the high price, one downside often repeated is the remote control (IR repeater) can sometimes get out of sync with the fan. This is especially noticeable if you are running a TV or another device that also uses an IR repeater remote.

That being said, Maxxair has been praised for its easily installation and well-built construction.

Best Bang For The Buck: Fan-tastic Fan 2250

The Fan-tastic vent fan 2250 has been a go-to fan for many van lifers because of its lower cost, durability and outstanding customer service. Although this fan does not have a built-in rain cover, Fantastic has many adaptor options for this purpose that can be added later if necessary.

Some of the other key differences between this model and the Maxxair are that this fan only has one crank arm holding it open which makes the fan more prone to rattling at high winds. It also only has 3 speed settings. The lowest speed of the Fan-tastic fan will be a bit louder than the lowest speed of the Maxxair for this reason.

The Fan-tastic fan does have a temperature sensor allowing it to be automatically switched on and off depending on the temperature. The controls for this are directly on the device as it does not come with a remote control.

This fan is easy to install and will add about 4.5” of height to a vehicle when fully closed. Fan-tastic has a great warranty system, and the customer service is highly-rated.

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  1. AnonymousApril 29, 2019 at 2:22 AM

    The information you provided is extremely useful and i will try these roof vent fans. commercial van shelving

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