Broan XB50vsDayton 3DPE2
Side-by-side ventilating fan comparison
Broan XB50
Airflow
50CFM
Efficacy
11.8CFM/W
Sound Level
0.3sones
Type
Bathroom/Utility Room
Dayton 3DPE2
Airflow
63CFM
Efficacy
4CFM/W
Sound Level
0.4sones
Type
Bathroom/Utility Room
Key differences
Broan XB50 is 66% more efficient at 11.8 CFM/W versus 4.0 CFM/W for the Dayton 3DPE2. The Dayton 3DPE2 is larger at 63 CFM versus 50 CFM. Overall, the Broan XB50 sits higher in the category, ranking above 90% of certified ventilating fans.
Performance
| Spec | Broan | Dayton |
|---|---|---|
| Airflow(CFM) | 50 | 63 |
| Efficacy(CFM/W) | 11.8 | 4 |
| Sound Level(sones) | 0.3 | 0.4 |
| Number of Speeds | 1 | 1 |
Installation
| Spec | Broan | Dayton |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Type | Bathroom/Utility Room | Bathroom/Utility Room |
| Duct Size | 6 inch diameter | 6.0 inch diameter |
| Airflow at 0.25 in w.g.(CFM) | 57.8 | — |
| Sound at 0.25 in w.g.(sones) | — | 1.1 |
Lighting
| Spec | Broan | Dayton |
|---|---|---|
| Includes Lighting | No | No |
| Ships with ENERGY STAR Lamp | No | No |