The ERV to pick for a large or tight home that needs more than 150 cfm, with easy self balancing setup. Smaller homes will be oversized by it.
Amazon $1,519The Broan AI Series B210E75RS ERV and the ACiQ AERV150EC ERV are evenly matched, rated 3.9 and 3.9. The Broan AI Series B210E75RS ERV leads on heat recovery. The ACiQ AERV150EC ERV wins on value. The ACiQ AERV150EC ERV costs $620 less ($899 vs $1,519).
The value pick for a mid size home: HVI certified airflow and recovery at a lower price than the Broan, with a long warranty if registered.
Amazon $899Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Broan AI Series B210E75RS ERV for heat recovery (81% sensible recovery vs 77% sensible recovery).
- Choose the ACiQ AERV150EC ERV for value ($6.33 per cfm ($899, 142 cfm) vs $7.37 per cfm ($1,519, 206 cfm)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every whole-house ERV ERV or HRV; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Broan AI Series B210E75RS ERV | ACiQ AERV150EC ERV |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Heat recovery 25% | 87 81% sensible recovery | 73 77% sensible recovery |
| Efficiency 15% | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) | 52 1.4 cfm per watt (142 cfm, 104 W) |
| Value 25% | 72 $7.37 per cfm ($1,519, 206 cfm) | 83 $6.33 per cfm ($899, 142 cfm) |
| Quiet 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 67 5-year warranty | 67 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Broan AI Series B210E75RS ERV | ACiQ AERV150EC ERV | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Core | ERV (heat and moisture) | ERV (heat and moisture) |
| Install | Ducted, whole house | Ducted, whole house |
| Airflow | 206 cfm | 142 cfm |
| Sensible recovery | 81% | 77% |
| Power draw | - | 104 W |
| Build | ||
| Frost protection | Yes | Yes |
| Filter | MERV 8 | MERV 8 |
| ENERGY STAR | No | - |
| HVI certified | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
