Let me start by saying this little white box has been both a savior and a slight headache in my bathroom. The Broan-NuTone heater looks sleek with its modern grille design—no clunky eyesore here. But aesthetics aside, here’s the real tea.

First, the GOOD: This thing heats FAST. My bathroom goes from 'arctic tundra' to 'cozy sauna' in under 10 minutes on 120V. The adjustable thermostat (yes, it DOES have one—ignore those confused reviews) lets me dial in the perfect warmth without roasting like a turkey. And that fan-delay feature? Genius. No cold blasts—just gradual, toasty air.

Now the NOT-SO-GOOD: The noise. Imagine a distant hairdryer humming in your walls. Not deafening, but noticeable during midnight bathroom trips. Pro tip: I stole a hack from another reviewer and lined the edges with 3M tape—vibration GONE.

Installation was surprisingly easy (even for someone who thinks ‘Romex’ is a dinosaur name). Though fair warning: You’ll need your own screws and connector. Mine fit perfectly where an ancient heater died, but some cutting might be needed for tile walls.

The drama? After 8 months, mine suddenly died—turns out the thermal protector blew (like a fuse). Broan shipped a free replacement pronto under warranty. Crisis averted, but it makes me wonder about long-term durability.

Final verdict? For supplemental heat (emphasis on SUPPLEMENTAL—this isn’t replacing your furnace), it’s solid. Just keep warranty info handy and maybe invest in earplugs if you’re noise-sensitive.