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Air King AK110LS noise level
The Air King AK110LS is louder than the category median of 0.7 sones, and its 110 CFM rating makes it suitable for bathrooms up to roughly 110 sq ft.
Full specifications
| Brand | Air King |
|---|---|
| Model number | AK110LS |
| Model name | N/A |
| Category | Bathroom & Utility Fans |
| Sound level | 1.3 sones (≈44 dBA, approximate) |
| Airflow | 110 CFM |
| Efficiency | 3.9 CFM/W |
| Duct size | 4 inch diameter |
| Speeds | 1 |
| Integrated lighting | No |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
| On market since | 2015-09-01 |
| Markets | United States, Canada |
Quieter alternatives with similar airflow
| Model | Sones | ≈ dBA | Airflow | Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic Eco Solutions FV-0811RQ1 | 0.1 | 7 | 110 CFM | 5.1 CFM/W | specs |
| Panasonic Eco Solutions FV-0811RQC1 | 0.1 | 7 | 110 CFM | 4.9 CFM/W | specs |
| Fantech SC50-80-110 (484313) | 0.1 | 7 | 110 CFM | 10.7 CFM/W | specs |
| Fantech SC50-80-110H (494140) | 0.1 | 7 | 110 CFM | 10.7 CFM/W | specs |
| Fantech SC50-80-110L (484314) | 0.1 | 7 | 110 CFM | 10.7 CFM/W | specs |
Similar bathroom & utility fans
| Model | Sones | ≈ dBA | Airflow | Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anzzi EF-AZ102WH | 1.3 | 44 | 110 CFM | 4.3 CFM/W | specs |
| Valu+ BPT14-24TGHS | 1.2 | 43 | 110 CFM | 4.8 CFM/W | specs |
| Broan-Nutone PCPE811K = PCPE811H with PCPE811KF | 1.2 | 43 | 110 CFM | 4.2 CFM/W | specs |
| BV BV-BF-02-PLUS | 1.2 | 43 | 110 CFM | 4.8 CFM/W | specs |
| Nektra 3291028 | 1.2 | 43 | 110 CFM | 4.5 CFM/W | specs |
Frequently asked questions
How many sones is the Air King AK110LS?
The Air King AK110LS is certified at 1.3 sones in ENERGY STAR lab testing, which is approximately 44 dBA. That is noticeable but unobtrusive — quieter than a typical conversation.
Is the Air King AK110LS quiet?
At 1.3 sones, the Air King AK110LS is quieter than 24% of the 811 certified bathroom & utility fans we track, and louder than the category median of 0.7 sones.
How powerful is the Air King AK110LS?
It moves 110 CFM, which is adequate for a bathroom of roughly 110 sq ft under the standard 1-CFM-per-square-foot guideline, at an efficiency of 3.9 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 2026-06-13. The dBA figure is an approximate conversion from sones — see our methodology.