Broan AI Series B130E65RS ERV
A self balancing ERV for a small to mid size home. Its price sits close to the bigger B160E65RT, which recovers more heat.
Amazon $1,140.94$1,140.94
119 cfm67%73 W
3.4/5
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.
- 150 cfmAirflow
- 66%Sensible recovery
- 185 WPower draw
- 1.5 sonesNoise
Check price at Amazon$979
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- 150 cfm at 0.4 in for under $1,000
- Quiet at 1.5 sones at a typical continuous airflow
- Enthalpic core needs no condensate drain
- Independent supply and exhaust speed from 0 to 100%
Cons
- 66% heat recovery is low for an ERV
- Draws about 185 W at full flow and over 100 W even at low speed
- Basic MERV 6 filters unless you buy the MERV 13 upgrade
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 | Frigate ERV 150 |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Core | ERV (heat and moisture) |
| Install | Ducted, whole house |
| Airflow | 150 cfm |
| Sensible recovery | 66% |
| Power draw | 185 W |
| Noise | 1.5 sones |
| Build | |
| Frost protection | Yes |
| Filter | MERV 6 |
| HVI certified | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years |
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