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VENTECHLATION VF-BF-03 noise level
The VENTECHLATION VF-BF-03 is quieter than the category median of 0.7 sones, and its 80 CFM rating makes it suitable for bathrooms up to roughly 80 sq ft.
Full specifications
| Brand | VENTECHLATION |
|---|---|
| Model number | VF-BF-03 |
| Model name | VF |
| Category | Bathroom & Utility Fans |
| Sound level | 0.6 sones (≈33 dBA, approximate) |
| Airflow | 80 CFM |
| Efficiency | 4.5 CFM/W |
| Duct size | 4.00 inch diameter |
| Speeds | 1 |
| Integrated lighting | No |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
| On market since | 2026-09-02 |
| Markets | United States, Canada |
Quieter alternatives with similar airflow
| Model | Sones | ≈ dBA | Airflow | Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broan XB80=XB00HwithXB80F | 0.1 | 7 | 80 CFM | 13.8 CFM/W | specs |
| Greenheck SP-A70 | 0.1 | 7 | 70 CFM | 5.1 CFM/W | specs |
| AUPU BF4-S10CL | 0.1 | 7 | 100 CFM | 9.5 CFM/W | specs |
| AUPU V4-10HF | 0.1 | 7 | 100 CFM | 9.5 CFM/W | specs |
| Broan-Nutone LP510R2 | 0.1 | 7 | 100 CFM | 9.6 CFM/W | specs |
Similar bathroom & utility fans
| Model | Sones | ≈ dBA | Airflow | Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VENTECHLATION VF-BF-11L | 0.6 | 33 | 80 CFM | 4.5 CFM/W | specs |
| Tech Drive TD-BF-04-plus | 0.6 | 33 | 80 CFM | 4.5 CFM/W | specs |
| ACIQ ANP80 | 0.6 | 33 | 80 CFM | 4.9 CFM/W | specs |
| AERO PURE ABF80L5OR | 0.6 | 33 | 80 CFM | 4.4 CFM/W | specs |
| AERO PURE ABF80L5SG | 0.6 | 33 | 80 CFM | 4.4 CFM/W | specs |
Frequently asked questions
How many sones is the VENTECHLATION VF-BF-03?
The VENTECHLATION VF-BF-03 is certified at 0.6 sones in ENERGY STAR lab testing, which is approximately 33 dBA. That is comparable to a quiet modern refrigerator humming in the next room.
Is the VENTECHLATION VF-BF-03 quiet?
At 0.6 sones, the VENTECHLATION VF-BF-03 is quieter than 56% of the 839 certified bathroom & utility fans we track, and quieter than the category median of 0.7 sones.
How powerful is the VENTECHLATION VF-BF-03?
It moves 80 CFM, which is adequate for a bathroom of roughly 80 sq ft under the standard 1-CFM-per-square-foot guideline, at an efficiency of 4.5 CFM per watt.
Data provenance: Sound levels are certified lab measurements (sones) reported in the U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR certified products dataset — not manufacturer marketing claims. Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Ventilating Fans (US EPA), last fetched 2026-09-07. The dBA figure is an approximate conversion from sones — see our methodology.