Fans: Reviews

The Vornado Compact 530 is small enough to use as a tabletop or desk fan, yet reviewers say it's powerful enough to circulate air throughout a whole room. The fan features Vornado's signature "vortex action," which… expanddirects air along a spiral-shaped path for better air circulation. Users say it is quiet -- at least on the lower speed settings -- and produces excellent airflow. It has three speeds and can be tilted to direct the stream of air. The Vornado Compact 530 measures roughly 13 by 10 by 12 inches, weighs 4 pounds and is made of black plastic. It is backed by a five-year warranty. collapse

Floor fans circulate air throughout a home or larger space. Reviewers say the Lasko 3300 produces very good airflow and is easy to use. The noise level is a problem for some, but others find it useful for drowning out… expandambient noise. The fan has a white plastic housing, which some users say can crack easily if the fan is dropped. Another caveat is that it can't be taken apart for cleaning. Still, most users consider this floor fan a great value. This Lasko fan measures roughly 26 inches by 7.5 inches by 23 inches, weighs about 10 pounds and comes with a one-year limited warranty. collapse

The Lasko 1825 18-inch fan has three speeds, and the oscillating fan head can be tilted to direct the airflow. It's made of white plastic, and the grille measures 18 inches in diameter. This pedestal fan can be adjusted… expandso that the fan head is anywhere between about 2 feet and 4.5 feet above the ground, and most users find it easy to assemble. However, several report that the pole assembly has a tendency to collapse to its shortest length without some extra support. Aside from that, reviews say it has plenty of power and is a good value. collapse

The slim, vertical design of a tower fan allows it to fit into tight spaces. A tower fan is less likely to tip over than a top-heavy pedestal fan, and the smaller grates make it safer for use around children and pets. The… expandLasko 2517 Wind Tower Fan comes with a nice set of features, including a seven-hour timer, three fan speeds, a multifunction remote control and wide-angle oscillation. It is 36 inches tall, weighs about 11.5 pounds, and comes with a one-year limited warranty. Most owners say this fan produces a strong breeze and has a stylish, space-saving design, though a few find it a bit underpowered for its price. collapse

Experts say a window fan can help keep your home comfortable by pulling in cooler air from outside (especially at night) or expelling warm air from inside. Unlike most window fans, the Lasko 2155A has only a single set of… expandblades, so it can't be used for air exchange. However, it is electrically reversible, able to switch from air intake to exhaust with the touch of a switch. Users find this fan very effective for moving air, with some saying it can circulate air throughout a whole house rather than just one room. Most also find it quiet. However, despite this fan's relatively high price tag, it does not seem to be especially durable -- we saw several complaints about its flimsy construction. The Lasko 2155A comes with a one-year limited warranty. collapse