Cooper Lighting Portfolio Strip Light Box Hood
Cooper Lighting's Portfolio Strip Light Box Hood targets spec-driven projects that require flexible lumen packages, accessories and control integration within a rectangular box hood form factor for LED strip fixtures. It strikes a balance between the high-efficiency LBL4 and the economy SNF by offering mid-range pricing, strong modularity and native support for sensors and controls that reduce downstream wiring and commissioning time.
Soft glare control
Retrofit-ready fit
Soft glare control
Retrofit-ready fit
Review Summary
"Buyers report the Cooper Portfolio strip hoods deliver good optics and a professional finish with reliable long-term performance, but they can be pricier and require attention to compatibility."
Designer-friendly wink
Designed as a box hood accessory to reduce glare and improve shielding for Portfolio strip lights.
Designer-friendly wink
Designed as a box hood accessory to reduce glare and improve shielding for Portfolio strip lights.
Time-Saving Convenience
Increased Safety & Security
Cooper Lighting's Portfolio Strip Light Box Hood targets spec-driven projects that require flexible lumen packages, accessories and control integration within a rectangular box hood form factor for LED strip fixtures. It strikes a balance between the high-efficiency LBL4 and the economy SNF by offering mid-range pricing, strong modularity and native support for sensors and controls that reduce downstream wiring and commissioning time.
Soft glare control
Retrofit-ready fit
Designer-friendly wink
Designed as a box hood accessory to reduce glare and improve shielding for Portfolio strip lights.
Simple retrofit design that fits existing Cooper Lighting strip fixtures with minimal modification.
Soft glare control
Retrofit-ready fit
Designer-friendly wink
Designed as a box hood accessory to reduce glare and improve shielding for Portfolio strip lights.
Simple retrofit design that fits existing Cooper Lighting strip fixtures with minimal modification.
$90-240 USD
Lithonia Lighting CPX Parabolic Hood
The CPX Parabolic Hood is best-in-class for rectangular box hood applications where tight optical control and minimal glare are priorities; its deep parabolic louvers deliver superior cutoff and uniformity compared with soft-diffuse comfort hoods. Backed by Lithonia/Acuity's scale and broad panel compatibility, it offers strong value for commercial specifiers who need predictable photometrics and reduced fixture spill light relative to simpler hood kits.
Parabolic glare-buster
Quick tool-less install
Parabolic glare-buster
Quick tool-less install
Review Summary
"Users praise the CPX parabolic hood for sturdy construction and effective glare control, noting easy installation in standard Lithonia fixtures; some mention it can be pricier than generic hoods."
Sturdy commercial-grade
Parabolic blade design reduces direct glare and improves visual comfort
Sturdy commercial-grade
Parabolic blade design reduces direct glare and improves visual comfort
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The CPX Parabolic Hood is best-in-class for rectangular box hood applications where tight optical control and minimal glare are priorities; its deep parabolic louvers deliver superior cutoff and uniformity compared with soft-diffuse comfort hoods. Backed by Lithonia/Acuity's scale and broad panel compatibility, it offers strong value for commercial specifiers who need predictable photometrics and reduced fixture spill light relative to simpler hood kits.
Parabolic glare-buster
Quick tool-less install
Sturdy commercial-grade
Parabolic blade design reduces direct glare and improves visual comfort
Compatible with common rectangular LED panel fixtures and simple to mount
Parabolic glare-buster
Quick tool-less install
Sturdy commercial-grade
Parabolic blade design reduces direct glare and improves visual comfort
Compatible with common rectangular LED panel fixtures and simple to mount
$60-120 USD
Axis Lighting Beam 2 LED Pendant
Recognized as a market leader for beam control in pendant luminaires, the Axis Beam 2 uses advanced reflector geometry and optics to achieve very tight, controllable distributions ideal for accenting within rectangular suspended hoods. While typically commanding a premium price relative to the other entries, its superior optical precision and glare control outpace more economy-focused options, making it the go-to where targeted illumination and specification-grade performance are required.
Tight beam, theater flair
High efficacy, energy-sipper
Tight beam, theater flair
High efficacy, energy-sipper
Review Summary
"Reviewers consistently highlight precise optics, excellent visual comfort and durable construction; a few mention higher cost and limited off-the-shelf finishes. Specification-grade performance and consistent long-term output receive strong marks from lighting designers."
Modular lengths, mix-match
Slim-profile pendant engineered for precise beam control using integrated reflectors.
Modular lengths, mix-match
Slim-profile pendant engineered for precise beam control using integrated reflectors.
Recreational Enjoyment
Increased Safety & Security
Recognized as a market leader for beam control in pendant luminaires, the Axis Beam 2 uses advanced reflector geometry and optics to achieve very tight, controllable distributions ideal for accenting within rectangular suspended hoods. While typically commanding a premium price relative to the other entries, its superior optical precision and glare control outpace more economy-focused options, making it the go-to where targeted illumination and specification-grade performance are required.
Tight beam, theater flair
High efficacy, energy-sipper
Modular lengths, mix-match
Slim-profile pendant engineered for precise beam control using integrated reflectors.
Multiple optical distributions and lumen outputs for focused task or accent lighting.
Tight beam, theater flair
High efficacy, energy-sipper
Modular lengths, mix-match
Slim-profile pendant engineered for precise beam control using integrated reflectors.
Multiple optical distributions and lumen outputs for focused task or accent lighting.
$800-1400 USD
Current USA Orbit Marine IC PRO
The Current USA Orbit Marine IC PRO offers a feature-rich, sealed rectangular hood with integrated programmable controls and marine-focused spectrum at a more accessible price than top-tier fixtures, providing excellent value for hobbyists who want control without the highest cost. Its smart controller and efficient LEDs make it more flexible and modern than many traditional sealed hoods, while still undercutting premium offerings like Fluval on cost. For aquarists seeking a balance of technical capability and affordability in a sealed marine hood, this unit is a strong market leader.
Integrated moon disco
Tunable color rays
Integrated moon disco
Tunable color rays
Review Summary
"Well-regarded for flexible spectrum, good PAR for its class and convenient app/IC control; occasional firmware quirks and a minority of reports about longevity lower its otherwise strong reputation."
Easy-program setup
Cloud-connected app with extensive programmable cycles, weather effects and moonlight.
Easy-program setup
Cloud-connected app with extensive programmable cycles, weather effects and moonlight.
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The Current USA Orbit Marine IC PRO offers a feature-rich, sealed rectangular hood with integrated programmable controls and marine-focused spectrum at a more accessible price than top-tier fixtures, providing excellent value for hobbyists who want control without the highest cost. Its smart controller and efficient LEDs make it more flexible and modern than many traditional sealed hoods, while still undercutting premium offerings like Fluval on cost. For aquarists seeking a balance of technical capability and affordability in a sealed marine hood, this unit is a strong market leader.
Integrated moon disco
Tunable color rays
Easy-program setup
Cloud-connected app with extensive programmable cycles, weather effects and moonlight.
Reef-capable LED spectrum with multiple channels for fine-tuned coral lighting.
Integrated moon disco
Tunable color rays
Easy-program setup
Cloud-connected app with extensive programmable cycles, weather effects and moonlight.
Reef-capable LED spectrum with multiple channels for fine-tuned coral lighting.
$200-350 USD
Lithonia Lighting 2RT5R LED Retrofit Kit
Lithonia Lighting’s 2RT5R LED Retrofit Kit is positioned as the market leader for rectangular retrofit hoods because it pairs high lumen efficacy and robust thermal design with a long warranty, delivering the lowest lifecycle cost for fluorescent-to-LED conversions. Compared with the other kits on this list, it trades a slightly higher upfront price for superior long-term energy savings and a broader compatibility matrix with existing hoods and drivers, making it ideal where reliability and minimal maintenance are priorities.
Tool-free swap, effortless
Even, glare-free glow
Tool-free swap, effortless
Even, glare-free glow
Review Summary
"Users commonly praise the Lithonia 2RT5R for its solid build, consistent light output, and straightforward retrofit installation in commercial fixtures; a few note the upfront cost but say long-term energy savings justify it. Overall reliability and quality make it a frequent go-to for contractors. "
Cold-start ready, brisk
Designed to drop into standard 2x4 rectangular troffer hoods for quick fluorescent-to-LED conversions
Cold-start ready, brisk
Designed to drop into standard 2x4 rectangular troffer hoods for quick fluorescent-to-LED conversions
Time-Saving Convenience
Increased Safety & Security
Lithonia Lighting’s 2RT5R LED Retrofit Kit is positioned as the market leader for rectangular retrofit hoods because it pairs high lumen efficacy and robust thermal design with a long warranty, delivering the lowest lifecycle cost for fluorescent-to-LED conversions. Compared with the other kits on this list, it trades a slightly higher upfront price for superior long-term energy savings and a broader compatibility matrix with existing hoods and drivers, making it ideal where reliability and minimal maintenance are priorities.
Tool-free swap, effortless
Even, glare-free glow
Cold-start ready, brisk
Designed to drop into standard 2x4 rectangular troffer hoods for quick fluorescent-to-LED conversions
Integrated LED panel and driver for a low-profile retrofit with simplified wiring
Tool-free swap, effortless
Even, glare-free glow
Cold-start ready, brisk
Designed to drop into standard 2x4 rectangular troffer hoods for quick fluorescent-to-LED conversions
Integrated LED panel and driver for a low-profile retrofit with simplified wiring
$80-140 USD
Appleton Mercmaster III Service Hood
The Mercmaster III is the industrial-grade choice for hazardous or classified areas, with a removable top panel engineered for safe serviceability under stringent electrical and environmental codes; its certified construction commands a higher upfront price but reduces compliance and operational risk on demanding sites. Compared to commercial hoods like Metalux and Lithonia, Appleton sacrifices some cost efficiency for explosion-proof ratings and long-term assurance in heavy industrial environments.
Explosion-rated housing
Removable service cap
Explosion-rated housing
Removable service cap
Review Summary
"Appleton Mercmaster III is consistently praised for industrial-grade construction and safety features, with the removable top panel facilitating maintenance in demanding environments; the main drawbacks are weight and higher cost. Customers report excellent longevity and dependability."
Dances with sparks
Heavy-duty cast construction and finishes available for hazardous-location certifications where required.
Dances with sparks
Heavy-duty cast construction and finishes available for hazardous-location certifications where required.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The Mercmaster III is the industrial-grade choice for hazardous or classified areas, with a removable top panel engineered for safe serviceability under stringent electrical and environmental codes; its certified construction commands a higher upfront price but reduces compliance and operational risk on demanding sites. Compared to commercial hoods like Metalux and Lithonia, Appleton sacrifices some cost efficiency for explosion-proof ratings and long-term assurance in heavy industrial environments.
Explosion-rated housing
Removable service cap
Dances with sparks
Heavy-duty cast construction and finishes available for hazardous-location certifications where required.
Secure removable top panel with tamper-resistant fasteners to maintain enclosure integrity.
Explosion-rated housing
Removable service cap
Dances with sparks
Heavy-duty cast construction and finishes available for hazardous-location certifications where required.
Secure removable top panel with tamper-resistant fasteners to maintain enclosure integrity.
$500-1,200 USD