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 3.4. The Broan AI Series B160H65RS HRV leads on value. The Lifebreath RNC155 HRV wins on heat recovery. The Broan AI Series B160H65RS HRV costs $615.66 less ($1,021 vs $1,636.66).
Lifebreath RNC155 HRV
A cold climate HRV with good heat recovery and a lifetime core warranty. Its price per cfm is high bought online, so compare it with the Broan and Fantech first.
Amazon $1,636.66$1,636.66
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 $11.86 per cfm ($1,636.66, 138 cfm)).
- Choose the Lifebreath RNC155 HRV for heat recovery (75% sensible recovery vs 68% 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 | Lifebreath RNC155 HRV |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Heat recovery 25% | 43 68% sensible recovery | 67 75% 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) | 38 $11.86 per cfm ($1,636.66, 138 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 | Lifebreath RNC155 HRV | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Core | HRV (heat only) | HRV (heat only) |
| Install | Ducted, whole house | Ducted, whole house |
| Airflow | 150 cfm | 138 cfm |
| Sensible recovery | 68% | 75% |
| Build | ||
| Frost protection | Yes | Yes |
| Filter | MERV 8 | MERV 6 |
| ENERGY STAR | No | Yes |
| HVI certified | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |