Fantech HERO 150H
The heat recovery pick for a mid size home in a cold climate, backed by long core and motor warranties. It draws more power at full airflow than the Broan and ACiQ units.
Amazon $1,190$1,190
The Fantech HERO 150H is the better ERV or HRV overall, rated 3.7 to 3.4. The Fantech HERO 150H leads on warranty and efficiency. The Vents BRIG HRV 200 wins on heat recovery. The Fantech HERO 150H costs $46.75 less ($1,190 vs $1,236.75).
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Vents BRIG HRV 200
A high airflow HRV with strong heat recovery for a large home in a cold climate. Its AC motors make it expensive to run around the clock.
Amazon $1,236.75$1,236.75
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Fantech HERO 150H for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and efficiency (1 cfm per watt (150 cfm, 150 W) vs 0.8 cfm per watt (173 cfm, 212 W)).
- Choose the Vents BRIG HRV 200 for heat recovery (85% sensible recovery vs 80% 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 | Fantech HERO 150H | Vents BRIG HRV 200 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Heat recovery 25% | 83 80% sensible recovery | 100 85% sensible recovery |
| Efficiency 15% | 28 1 cfm per watt (150 cfm, 150 W) | 12 0.8 cfm per watt (173 cfm, 212 W) |
| Value 25% | 67 $7.93 per cfm ($1,190, 150 cfm) | 74 $7.15 per cfm ($1,236.75, 173 cfm) |
| Quiet 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 67 5-year warranty | 17 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Fantech HERO 150H | Vents BRIG HRV 200 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Core | HRV (heat only) | HRV (heat only) |
| Install | Ducted, whole house | Ducted, whole house |
| Airflow | 150 cfm | 173 cfm |
| Sensible recovery | 80% | 85% |
| Power draw | 150 W | 212 W |
| Build | ||
| Frost protection | Yes | Yes |
| Filter | - | MERV 6 |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes | - |
| HVI certified | Yes | No |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |