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
The Lifebreath RNC155 HRV is the better ERV or HRV overall, rated 3.4 to 3.2. The Lifebreath RNC155 HRV leads on heat recovery. The Fantech VHR 150 HRV wins on value. The Fantech VHR 150 HRV costs $524.70 less ($1,111.96 vs $1,636.66).
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Fantech VHR 150 HRV
An older, warranty backed HRV for a mid size home in a cold climate. The Fantech HERO 150H recovers much more heat for a little more money.
Amazon $1,111.96$1,111.96
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Lifebreath RNC155 HRV for heat recovery (75% sensible recovery vs 65% sensible recovery).
- Choose the Fantech VHR 150 HRV for value ($8.06 per cfm ($1,111.96, 138 cfm) vs $11.86 per cfm ($1,636.66, 138 cfm)).
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 | Lifebreath RNC155 HRV | Fantech VHR 150 HRV |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Heat recovery 25% | 67 75% sensible recovery | 33 65% sensible recovery |
| Efficiency 15% | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) | 15 0.8 cfm per watt (138 cfm, 163 W) |
| Value 25% | 38 $11.86 per cfm ($1,636.66, 138 cfm) | 66 $8.06 per cfm ($1,111.96, 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
| Lifebreath RNC155 HRV | Fantech VHR 150 HRV | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Core | HRV (heat only) | HRV (heat only) |
| Install | Ducted, whole house | Ducted, whole house |
| Airflow | 138 cfm | 138 cfm |
| Sensible recovery | 75% | 65% |
| Power draw | - | 163 W |
| Build | ||
| Frost protection | Yes | Yes |
| Filter | MERV 6 | - |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes | - |
| HVI certified | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |