Broan AI Series B110H65RS HRV
An affordable self balancing HRV for a small home or condo in a cold climate. Bigger homes or buyers who want more heat back should look at the B160H65RS or the Fantech HERO.
Amazon $919$919
100 cfm68%69 W
3.2/5
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.
- 138 cfmAirflow
- 65%Sensible recovery
- 163 WPower draw
Check price at Amazon$1,111.96
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Lifetime core and 7 year motor warranties
- Vertical cabinet fits a closet or utility room
- Defrost keeps it running in cold winters
Cons
- 65% heat recovery is low for an HRV
- Draws about 163 W at full airflow
- Exhaust only defrost briefly depressurizes the house
- Filter rating not published
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | VHR 150 |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Core | HRV (heat only) |
| Install | Ducted, whole house |
| Airflow | 138 cfm |
| Sensible recovery | 65% |
| Power draw | 163 W |
| Build | |
| Frost protection | Yes |
| HVI certified | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Alternatives in this type
Vents BRIG HRV 200
A high airflow HRV with strong heat recovery for a large home in a cold climate. Its AC motors make it expensive to run around the clock.
Amazon $1,236.75$1,236.75
173 cfm85%212 W
Fantech FLEX 100H
An HRV for a condo or apartment where space is the main constraint. Anyone with room for a full size unit gets far better recovery for the money from the Broan or HERO.
Amazon $1,131.63$1,131.63
106 cfm61%
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