Broan-Nutone BE6vsBroan XB50
Side-by-side ventilating fan comparison
Broan-Nutone BE6
Airflow
60CFM
Efficacy
3.6CFM/W
Sound Level
0.9sones
Type
Bathroom/Utility Room
Broan XB50
Airflow
50CFM
Efficacy
11.8CFM/W
Sound Level
0.3sones
Type
Bathroom/Utility Room
Key differences
Broan XB50 is 69% more efficient at 11.8 CFM/W versus 3.6 CFM/W for the Broan-Nutone BE6. The Broan-Nutone BE6 is larger at 60 CFM versus 50 CFM. Overall, the Broan XB50 sits higher in the category, ranking above 90% of certified ventilating fans.
Performance
| Spec | Broan-Nutone | Broan |
|---|---|---|
| Airflow(CFM) | 60 | 50 |
| Efficacy(CFM/W) | 3.6 | 11.8 |
| Sound Level(sones) | 0.9 | 0.3 |
| Number of Speeds | 1 | 1 |
Installation
| Spec | Broan-Nutone | Broan |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Type | Bathroom/Utility Room | Bathroom/Utility Room |
| Duct Size | 4.00 inch diameter | 6 inch diameter |
| Airflow at 0.25 in w.g.(CFM) | 52.6 | 57.8 |
| Sound at 0.25 in w.g.(sones) | 1.4 | — |
Lighting
| Spec | Broan-Nutone | Broan |
|---|---|---|
| Includes Lighting | No | No |
| Ships with ENERGY STAR Lamp | No | No |