A strong whole house ERV for a small to mid size home in a mixed or humid climate, with top tier heat recovery and good filtration. Cold climate buyers should look at an HRV with stronger defrost.
Amazon $899
A self balancing whole house ERV for a mid size home that wants better heat recovery than Broan’s 65 series. It pays about $170 more than the B160E65RT for it.
- 133 cfmAirflow
- 81%Sensible recovery
- 108 WPower draw
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- 81% heat recovery at low speed, the best of Broan’s AI Series ERVs
- Balances its own airflow at install, so it delivers its rated air without a contractor tuning it
- Recirculation defrost keeps it running in cold snaps
- Five year warranty on parts and core
- Costs more than the 65 series B160E65RT for slightly less airflow
- Recirculation defrost pauses fresh air while it runs
- No published noise rating
The Broan AI Series ERV family
Every Broan AI Series ERV model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.
| Model | Airflow | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broan AI Series B130E65RS ERV | 119 cfm | 3.4/5 | $1,140.94 |
| Broan AI Series B160E75RT ERV (this one) | 133 cfm | 3.7/5 | $1,293 |
| Broan AI Series B160E65RT ERV | 142 cfm | 3.7/5 | $1,139 |
| Broan AI Series B210E75RS ERV | 206 cfm | 3.9/5 | $1,599.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | B160E75RT |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Core | ERV (heat and moisture) |
| Install | Ducted, whole house |
| Airflow | 133 cfm |
| Sensible recovery | 81% |
| Power draw | 108 W |
| Build | |
| Frost protection | Yes |
| Filter | MERV 8 |
| ENERGY STAR | No |
| HVI certified | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Alternatives in this type
The pick for a larger home that wants Panasonic’s near best heat recovery at 150 cfm. Expect a short parts warranty.
Amazon $1,164.99A self balancing whole house ERV for a mid size home that a homeowner or general contractor can commission without balancing tools. Expect higher power use at full flow than the Panasonic.
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