Broan AI Series B230H75RT HRV
The HRV for a large home in a cold climate, with the most airflow here and easy commissioning. Smaller homes don’t need its capacity or its price.
Amazon $1,690$1,690
3.7/5
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.
- 150 cfmAirflow
- 80%Sensible recovery
- 150 WPower draw
Check price at Amazon$1,175
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- 80% heat recovery from a counterflow core, the best of the HRVs here
- Lifetime core and 7 year motor warranties
- Plugs into a standard outlet
- Defrost recirculates indoor air, so it doesn’t depressurize the house
Cons
- Draws about 150 W at full airflow, high for 150 cfm
- Filter rating not published
- No published noise rating
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 | 99401 |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Core | HRV (heat only) |
| Install | Ducted, whole house |
| Airflow | 150 cfm |
| Sensible recovery | 80% |
| Power draw | 150 W |
| Build | |
| Frost protection | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| HVI certified | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Alternatives in this type
Broan AI Series B160H65RS HRV
An affordable, self balancing HRV for a mid size home in a cold climate. Pay more for the B230H75RT or Fantech HERO if heat recovery matters most.
Amazon $1,021$1,021
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.
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