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 is the better ERV or HRV overall, rated 3.9 to 3.7. The Broan AI Series B210E75RS ERV leads on warranty and value. The Panasonic Intelli-Balance Elite 110 wins on heat recovery. The Panasonic Intelli-Balance Elite 110 costs $554.01 less ($964.99 vs $1,519).
A strong whole house ERV for a small to mid size home in a mixed or humid climate, with top tier heat recovery and good filtration. Cold climate buyers should look at an HRV with stronger defrost.
Amazon $964.99Prices 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 warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty) and value ($7.37 per cfm ($1,519, 206 cfm) vs $8.77 per cfm ($964.99, 110 cfm)).
- Choose the Panasonic Intelli-Balance Elite 110 for heat recovery (88% sensible recovery vs 81% sensible recovery).
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 | Panasonic Intelli-Balance Elite 110 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Heat recovery 25% | 87 81% sensible recovery | 100 88% sensible recovery |
| Efficiency 15% | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) | 73 1.8 cfm per watt (110 cfm, 62 W) |
| Value 25% | 72 $7.37 per cfm ($1,519, 206 cfm) | 59 $8.77 per cfm ($964.99, 110 cfm) |
| Quiet 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 67 5-year warranty | 33 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Broan AI Series B210E75RS ERV | Panasonic Intelli-Balance Elite 110 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Core | ERV (heat and moisture) | ERV (heat and moisture) |
| Install | Ducted, whole house | Ducted, whole house |
| Airflow | 206 cfm | 110 cfm |
| Sensible recovery | 81% | 88% |
| Power draw | - | 62 W |
| Build | ||
| Frost protection | Yes | Yes |
| Filter | MERV 8 | MERV 13 |
| ENERGY STAR | No | - |
| HVI certified | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
