Panasonic Intelli-Balance Elite Plus+ 150
The pick for a larger home that wants Panasonic’s near best heat recovery at 150 cfm. Expect a short parts warranty.
Amazon $1,164.99$1,164.99
The Panasonic Intelli-Balance Elite Plus+ 150 is the better ERV or HRV overall, rated 3.7 to 3.0. The Panasonic Intelli-Balance Elite Plus+ 150 leads on efficiency and heat recovery. The Panasonic Intelli-Balance Elite Plus+ 150 costs $195.01 less ($1,164.99 vs $1,360).
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Vents BRIG ERV 200
#12 in Whole-house ERVFull review
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 $1,360$1,360
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Panasonic Intelli-Balance Elite Plus+ 150 for efficiency (1.4 cfm per watt (150 cfm, 107 W) vs 0.8 cfm per watt (173 cfm, 212 W)) and heat recovery (90% sensible recovery vs 79% 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 | Panasonic Intelli-Balance Elite Plus+ 150 | Vents BRIG ERV 200 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Heat recovery 25% | 100 90% sensible recovery | 80 79% sensible recovery |
| Efficiency 15% | 55 1.4 cfm per watt (150 cfm, 107 W) | 12 0.8 cfm per watt (173 cfm, 212 W) |
| Value 25% | 68 $7.77 per cfm ($1,164.99, 150 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% | 33 3-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Panasonic Intelli-Balance Elite Plus+ 150 | Vents BRIG ERV 200 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Core | ERV (heat and moisture) | ERV (heat and moisture) |
| Install | Ducted, whole house | Ducted, whole house |
| Airflow | 150 cfm | 173 cfm |
| Sensible recovery | 90% | 79% |
| Power draw | 107 W | 212 W |
| Build | ||
| Frost protection | Yes | Yes |
| Filter | MERV 13 | MERV 6 |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes | - |
| HVI certified | Yes | No |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |