Best Bathroom Exhaust Fans
Top bathroom exhaust fans ranked by transparent trust scores.
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9.4
Excellent
Panasonic FV-0511VQ1 WhisperCeiling DC
Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
#1
9.4
Excellent
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Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Nearly silent sub-0.3-sone operation
- Selectable CFM in one unit
- DC motor rated for continuous duty
Cons
- Premium price
- Housing depth needs joist clearance
Don't buy this if…
- Do not judge any fan by CFM alone without duct sizing, since 110 CFM through a 3-inch duct is a kazoo.
#2
9.2
Excellent
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Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Automatic humidity and motion operation
- Family-proof mold prevention
- Whisper-quiet DC motor
Cons
- Sensors add cost over the base model
- Sensitivity tuning takes experimentation
Don't buy this if…
- Skip sensor models if your switch wiring lacks constant hot, because the sensors need standby power.
#3
9.0
Excellent
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Ranked #3 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Humidity sensing at a value price
- Efficient DC motor
- Light 4-inch duct install
Cons
- 0.8 sones is quiet but not Panasonic-quiet
- Fixed 80 CFM only
Don't buy this if…
- Do not buy 80 CFM for bathrooms over 80 square feet, since undersized fans run forever and still lose to mirror fog.
#4
8.7
Excellent
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Ranked #4 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Bright integrated dimmable LED
- No-attic-access installation
- 110 CFM for full baths
Cons
- 1.0 sone is audible
- Light and fan share one switch leg by default
Don't buy this if…
- Avoid it if you want silent operation, since 1.0 sone is noticeable in a quiet house.
#5
8.5
Excellent
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Ranked #5 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Shallow housing for retrofits
- Selectable CFM
- Panasonic DC reliability
Cons
- 0.3-1.0 sones depending on speed
- Grille styling is plain
Don't buy this if…
- Do not assume duct match on retrofits, since older 3-inch ducting chokes a fan rated for 4-inch.
#6
8.3
Good
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Ranked #6 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Bluetooth speaker novelty that gets used
- LED light included
- Simple 4-inch install
Cons
- 1.5 sones before the music starts
- Speaker quality is modest
Don't buy this if…
- Skip the gimmick if silence is your goal, because the speaker housing costs acoustic performance.
#7
8.1
Good
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Ranked #7 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Fits shallow 2x4 construction
- Sips 11 watts
- Strong value from a reliable motor brand
Cons
- 70 CFM suits small rooms only
- 2.0-sone rating at full tilt
Don't buy this if…
- Do not put 70 CFM over a soaking tub or big shower, since steam volume will outrun it.
#8
7.9
Good
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Ranked #8 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Rock-bottom price
- Wall or ceiling mounting
- Universally available parts
Cons
- Loud 4.0-sone operation
- Bare-minimum airflow
Don't buy this if…
- Avoid it anywhere noise matters, because 4 sones sounds like a small aircraft taxiing.
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