Vents Frigate ERV 150
#11 in Whole-house ERVFull review
A low priced, quiet ERV for a mid size home. Its AC motors and modest heat recovery make it cost more to run than the EC models.
Amazon $979$979
The Vents Frigate ERV 150 is the better ERV or HRV overall, rated 3.4 to 3.0. The Vents Frigate ERV 150 leads on value. The Vents BRIG ERV 200 wins on heat recovery. The Vents Frigate ERV 150 costs $381 less ($979 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 Vents Frigate ERV 150 for value ($6.53 per cfm ($979, 150 cfm) vs $7.86 per cfm ($1,360, 173 cfm)).
- Choose the Vents BRIG ERV 200 for heat recovery (79% sensible recovery vs 66% 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 | Vents Frigate ERV 150 | Vents BRIG ERV 200 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Heat recovery 25% | 37 66% sensible recovery | 80 79% sensible recovery |
| Efficiency 15% | 12 0.8 cfm per watt (150 cfm, 185 W) | 12 0.8 cfm per watt (173 cfm, 212 W) |
| Value 25% | 81 $6.53 per cfm ($979, 150 cfm) | 67 $7.86 per cfm ($1,360, 173 cfm) |
| Quiet 10% | 56 1.5 sones | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 67 5-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Vents Frigate ERV 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 | 66% | 79% |
| Power draw | 185 W | 212 W |
| Noise | 1.5 sones | - |
| Build | ||
| Frost protection | Yes | Yes |
| Filter | MERV 6 | MERV 6 |
| HVI certified | Yes | No |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |