Broan AI Series B160H65RS HRV
An affordable, self balancing HRV for a mid size home in a cold climate. Pay more for the B230H75RT or Fantech HERO if heat recovery matters most.
Amazon $1,021$1,021
The Broan AI Series B160H65RS HRV is the better ERV or HRV overall, rated 3.6 to 3.1. The Broan AI Series B160H65RS HRV leads on value and heat recovery. The Broan AI Series B160H65RS HRV costs $110.63 less ($1,021 vs $1,131.63).
Fantech FLEX 100H
An HRV for a condo or apartment where space is the main constraint. Anyone with room for a full size unit gets far better recovery for the money from the Broan or HERO.
Amazon $1,131.63$1,131.63
Prices 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 B160H65RS HRV for value ($6.81 per cfm ($1,021, 150 cfm) vs $10.68 per cfm ($1,131.63, 106 cfm)) and heat recovery (68% sensible recovery vs 61% sensible recovery).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every whole-house HRV ERV or HRV; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Broan AI Series B160H65RS HRV | Fantech FLEX 100H |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Heat recovery 25% | 43 68% sensible recovery | 20 61% sensible recovery |
| Efficiency 15% | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Value 25% | 78 $6.81 per cfm ($1,021, 150 cfm) | 45 $10.68 per cfm ($1,131.63, 106 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 B160H65RS HRV | Fantech FLEX 100H | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Core | HRV (heat only) | HRV (heat only) |
| Install | Ducted, whole house | Ducted, whole house |
| Airflow | 150 cfm | 106 cfm |
| Sensible recovery | 68% | 61% |
| Build | ||
| Frost protection | Yes | Yes |
| Filter | MERV 8 | - |
| ENERGY STAR | No | - |
| HVI certified | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |