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 $1,599.99The Broan AI Series B210E75RS ERV is the better ERV or HRV overall, rated 3.9 to 3.0. The Vents BRIG ERV 200 costs $239.99 less ($1,360 vs $1,599.99).
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A high airflow ERV for a large home at a moderate price. Its AC motors draw about 210 W even at low speed, so running costs are high.
Amazon $1,360Scores 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 | Vents BRIG ERV 200 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Heat recovery 25% | 87 81% sensible recovery | 80 79% sensible recovery |
| Efficiency 15% | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) | 12 0.8 cfm per watt (173 cfm, 212 W) |
| Value 25% | 68 $7.77 per cfm ($1,599.99, 206 cfm) | 67 $7.86 per cfm ($1,360, 173 cfm) |
| Quiet 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 67 5-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Broan AI Series B210E75RS ERV | Vents BRIG ERV 200 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Core | ERV (heat and moisture) | ERV (heat and moisture) |
| Install | Ducted, whole house | Ducted, whole house |
| Airflow | 206 cfm | 173 cfm |
| Sensible recovery | 81% | 79% |
| Power draw | - | 212 W |
| Build | ||
| Frost protection | Yes | Yes |
| Filter | MERV 8 | MERV 6 |
| ENERGY STAR | No | - |
| HVI certified | Yes | No |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |
