Panasonic WhisperValue Ceiling/Wall Mount Bathroom Exhaust Fan with Humidity Sensor, 50-80-100 CFM, FV-0510VSC1

This fan is impressively quiet while still moving a lot of air. It makes a huge difference in clearing steam from the bathroom after showers without being loud or distracting. The slim design made installation straightforward and it fits perfectly even in a smaller space. Build quality feels solid and it runs smoothly without rattling. I am very happy with this purchase and would recommend it to anyone looking for an efficient and nearly silent bathroom fan.

Fan works very nice, fan is quiet.

Very quiet and efficient fan.

This is a great fan and moves air very well with less noise than common fans that have a name starting with "B". A UL Listed fan was an absolute requirement. Lots of low profile fans on the market that do not have a safety certification. However, Panasonic is missing out on ceiling-side installation as a replacement fan. I was able to remove the fan and the section that holds the duct/electrical junction box from the housing. It would have been possible to reconnect the duct/electrical section once the housing was inserted from the ceiling side.....but the attachment point was misaligned by the thickness of the drywall, so I had to install from the attic side anyway. If the housing was 5/8" higher to offset the drywall thickness, the unit would still fit a 3-1/2" low profile space, but would be installed through the ceiling side rather than on the attic side. One review states they were able to install from the ceiling side, but the version I received would not work this way.Also, it would be better to provide a way to secure the fan housing from inside the room rather than the attic. The support arm provided is a challenge to install in tight spaces in an attic. I realize this would require retooling at the factory, but I would have selected a UL Listed low-profile fan that installed on the ceiling side over any others - if it was available. This one works nicely, but could be easier to install with some design changes.

Quiet. Can't hardly tell it is on when you first flip the switch. Takes several seconds before it starts making any noise at all. Power selection switch makes it good for three ranges of room sizes.

I bought this to replace a Braun NuTone that had been installed 15 years ago when we remodeled the bathroom. Generally, this makes removing the unit a real chore as your ceiling sheetrock covers the screws that hold it to the joists. I was able to guess where the screws were and simply drilled out a hole to reveal the screw heads. Yes, I damaged some of the sheetrock removing the old unit, but there's a company that makes custom escutcheons (1800ceiling.com) so I was able to conceal the damage. Unit works well, was easy to install, and has a nice low profile.

As the name implies this fan is relatively quiet. It does take getting use to the fact when you flip the switch it does nothing for longer than you are used to. I had it professionally installed and the workers seemed to like it too. This replaced a fan/nightlight that ran on WI-FI I had it connected the conventional way. I would recommend this fan.

The Panasonic FV-0510VS1 is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a quiet and energy-efficient bathroom ventilation fan. Its WhisperValue technology ensures minimal noise, making it perfect for bathrooms located near bedrooms or other quiet areas. The low-profile design allows for easy installation in standard 2x4 ceilings, although I recommend using a 4-inch vent hose for optimal performance.The fan's Energy Star certification guarantees efficient operation, helping to reduce energy consumption and lower utility bills. Overall, the Panasonic FV-0510VS1 is a reliable and high-quality ventilation fan that provides both quiet performance and energy savings.