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Best small fan
- Good air circulation
- Adjustable-tilt head
- Quiet on low speeds
- Five-year warranty
- Motor noise
- Some durability problems
- Warranty service is inconvenient
The Vornado Compact 530 Air Circulator features Vornado's signature "vortex action," which directs air along a spiral-shaped path to provide better circulation throughout a room. Users seem to consider this feature worthwhile, as many say the fan provides great airflow for a model its size. Owners generally agree that the fan is quiet on its lower speed settings, but we saw some complaints of its noise level at higher speeds, as well as motor noise at any setting. Some users say this fan is very durable, giving years of good service; others complain that theirs broke down within a year. Vornado backs this fan with a five-year warranty, but several users found it difficult to get the fan serviced under warranty, saying the shipping costs exceeded the cost of a new fan. This problem is puzzling, since Vornado claims that it covers all costs for warranty service, including shipping. Other features of the fan include three speed settings and an adjustable-tilt head to direct the flow of air. If you need more airflow than a desktop fan can provide, consider the Lasko 3300 20-Inch Wind Machine (*Est. $40).
We could not find any professional tests of the Vornado Compact 530 Air Circulator. However, it gets very good overall ratings from reviewers on Amazon.com and Walmart.com, as well as on the manufacturer's website.
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Our Sources
1. Amazon.com
More than 75 reviewers on Amazon.com give the Vornado Compact 530 Air Circulator an average rating of 4 stars out of 5. Users like this fan's good airflow, but some complain of noise (especially at high speeds) and durability problems.
Review: Vornado Compact 530 Air Circulator, 3 Speeds, Black, CR1-0073-06, Contributors to Amazon.com
2. Walmart.com
We found more than 35 reviews for the Vornado Compact 530 Air Circulator at Walmart.com. The fan earns a 4.3 average rating out of 5, and about 85 percent of users say they would recommend it. Users like the fan's airflow and noise level, but some find it overpriced.
Review: Vornado Compact Whole Room Air Circulator, Model 530B CR1-0073-06RA, Contributors to Walmart.com
3. Vornado.com
The Vornado Compact 530 Air Circulator receives roughly 25 reviews on the manufacturer's website, earning an average of 4.1 stars out of 5. Owners love the fan's good airflow and quiet operation, but we did see some complaints about durability.
Review: Compact 530, Contributors to Vornado.com
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