Panasonic WhisperValue Ceiling/Wall Mount Bathroom Exhaust Fan, 50-80-100 CFM, FV-0510VS1

This product was a great purchase. It was easy to install and when turned on, it is very quiet.

It's very quiet and easy to install, if you follow instructions you can find on YouTube. Separate the electrical by removing one screw and releasing the clips, then install it first to the side of the opening in the ceiling, then insert the fan box. The paper insert is useless.

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.

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.

Great product. Flexible ways to install. Compact compared to some other fans. Three fan speeds to choose how much noise is generated. On the lowest (50 cfm) it's almost undetectable. Med (85 cfm) is very quiet. 100 is a bit noisier but still very quiet. Especially compared to those cheap fans at the hardware store.Even though the output is oval shaped you can directly connect 4 inch round hose to the oval opening. The oval just allows for mounting in a 2 x 4 wall.

Easy to install, and very quiet.

great product. fast shipping. great price.I sold Panasonic for years so I know it's a good product...I'll be installing this week

Panasonic WhisperValue fans are my go to fans for bathroom vent. Having adjustable CFM via a switch is very handy.Unfortunately because of the way the electrical hook up is located, I haven't been able to figure out how to install these in a retro fit without access through the attic. I haven't been able to use them on the main floor bathrooms where I had to settle for a lesser brand.This slim profile model specifically (the 3rd one I have installed in my homes) is extra annoying with the oval shaped duct, it feels like it is an extra annoyance during the install trying to shape the duct. Try to use the regular shaped Panasonic fans if you don't need the slim fit. Otherwise it is still good and quiet and a great fan, just more gimmicky than the regular one.