Vornado 683DC Energy Smart Medium Pedestal Air Circulator Fan with Variable Speed Control (White)

This has been a really great fan, and it works differently than the traditional box or oscillating fans I have used in the past.The biggest difference is how it moves air. Instead of just blowing a breeze directly in one spot or sweeping back and forth, the Vornado pushes a strong, focused stream of air that is meant to bounce off a wall or ceiling and circulate throughout the room. When it is positioned that way, the whole space feels more comfortable, not just the area directly in front of the fan.I do think it cools and circulates a room better than any traditional fan I have used. The air feels like it is moving through the room more evenly, which has made a noticeable difference for me. I liked it enough that I purchased a second one.I personally sleep with a fan and prefer one that has some sound to it, as long as it runs smoothly and does not make odd clinking, rattling, buzzing, or humming noises. This fan has been great for that. On the highest setting, it is definitely on the louder side, but the sound is smooth and works well as white noise for me. On the lower settings, it is much quieter.Right now, I am using it during the day in early June with a window open, and it has kept the room comfortable enough that I have not needed to turn the air conditioning on.What I like:• Circulates air through the whole room when positioned correctly• More effective than traditional box or oscillating fans I have used• Strong, focused airflow• Smooth sound without rattling or buzzing• Great white noise on higher settings• Quieter on lower settings• I liked it enough to buy a second oneThings to be aware of:• It works best when aimed toward a wall or ceiling so the air can circulate• It can be loud on the highest setting• Not the same as a traditional oscillating fan• If fan noise bothers you, this may not be the best fit on higher speedsOverall:This is one of the best fans I have used for keeping a room comfortable. It is designed more for whole-room circulation than just blowing air directly at you, and when positioned correctly, it makes the space feel noticeably cooler and more comfortable.

Bought 1 of which I had for best part of a year, on everyday and on through the night, hence buying this one. My last one was black (which I believe is in its 4th year in daily function/service all year round - 3 set speeds) and this one white. (Smart and variable speed)I too bought two desk ones as well as being that impressed with the brand, the product.I will continue to invest in to this brand.

Es excelente para una área de aproximadamente 4x5, lo malo es que pensé que giraba.No hace nada de ruido cuando está en nivel medio a bajo, en lo máximo es un ruido como 3/4 del ruido que hace un ventilador normal.También leyendo las instrucciones se tiene que colocar mínimo de 1 metro de distancia de algún mueble o pared que no tape la parte de atrás del circulador de aire.

Terrific fan. This is the first Vornado I got. I now have 4 total (various types). The size for this is decent for one room. I initially had it spreading the cold air from the AC down a hallway. I have since switched it for a larger fan. We have since been using it in the bedroom, we maintain the power at about the 3/4 mark and it is quiet.The power brick does become a little warm (nothing alarming) when used at full power for long amounts of time.

It looks small, but if I'd looked at a tape measure, I would have known exactly what to expect. It does a good job of quietly moving air at low speeds, which was critical to staying comfortable this past summer. The variable speed control allows me to get lower speeds than with most conventional 3- or 4-speed fans, and this is what helped keep it nice and quiet! At maximum speed, it's quite loud, but it also moves a lot of air. I don't usually need to turn it up that high. Construction looks nice and sturdy (it hasn't failed in the last several months), but it could take years to find out how well built it really is.