I use a 3 speed pedestal fan all year for the white noise any suggestions on which fan not just this model which I should choose that's not so silent? Thanks
616127
you DON'T want a silent fan? I'm confused. I love this 3 speed as it doesn't just go back and forth. I rotates in a circle. It can be constant or give you a "wind" burst effect. It is quiet but I can still hear it. Sure, white noise. But a noisier one, you got me. I really like this one.
616128
As fans go, it's pretty quiet, but you'll get some white noise and it's a great fan.
1257172
I bought this fan for that same reason. It isn't as big as I wanted, but it makes an okay sound. However, it doesn't cover outside noise as well as I would like, so I would try to get something bigger. Hope my answer didn't come too late!
243937
i have the same fan,,this is not normal,,i would send the fan back,,i have no noise in any speed or operation from this product,,i have been thinking about getting a second one,,,sorry to hear your having problems.
1669408
Not significantly. If you are looking for a quiet solution and are somewhat electrically savvy, try wiring two fans in series and ditch the speed controller. I found this configuration was much quieter (practically silent!) than using the fans on the low setting of the speed controller, and still moved a surprising amount of air. The speed controller is not a very "elegant" design, and causes the fans to emit a buzzing or humming noise at low speed.
2181812
This was the exact reason I bought this fan. I also removed the little plastic square cover to increase sensitivity and adjusted the setting for length of time I wanted it to run. I have it wired to a switch, but leave it in the on position for the motion detector. It creates a negative airflow from the house into the bathroom so the odors do not escape. Panasonic builds one of the quietest fans. I liked it so much that I bought another Panasonic with a built-in heater unit for my master bath. Good Luck!
975301
This fan is actually quite powerful compared to most 16" fans. It is a bit noisy. I like that as I need white noise. I have it in a bedroom about 16'x16' and I keep it on the lowest setting, which is enugh even n a hot humid night. So I would think it would handle a 20'x20' or even a bit bigger easily. If you decide to get this, it's a tad tricky to set up. I very carefully made sure the mounting bracket that screws into the wall was level and plumb. All for naught. When I slid the fan over the bracket and leveled it, the hole in the fan base didn't line up with the hole in the mount bracket to secure the fan. Since I had it about as close to the ceiling as I could get it, I was unable to get my head above it to look down to line up the holes. So I got a small mirror and a small flashlight to help me see to line up the holes. This meant that the fan is slightly askew, not enough to notice. This fan was also the only one that had a remote that I keep by the side of the bed. This way if I want to turn it off in the middle of the night, I don't have to get up and manually do so. Compared to what's out there for a residential wall mount fan this looked like the best. I'm actually thinking about getting another one. Hope this helps. Boudica
2048849
Yes. It's the perfect amount of white noise in my opinion. We've only had it for a few months but it's been an excellent fan.
1845043
Forgot to mention, the case fan is quite loud so I would either replace it with a quiet one or get a simple fan speed controller. This is what i got.
135919
I didn't shut this fan off until just a few weeks ago when it was beginning to cool off. Ran all summer non-stop. Yes, plenty of "white" noise but not disruptive. I would very much recommend this fan. The only issue is, it does move a lot of air. So if you are running this during the winter and your house is cool, you'll have to figure in a wind chill factor! However, I will put it by my wood burning stove to circulate the whole house. Go for it.
1673915
How is it with sound? I may be one of a few, but I like my fans to make noise because it blocks out the irking street sounds of cars going by and loud music. I'd rather have fan noise than that irking noise!
746337
It does make noise but it is not as loud as your other style of pedestal fan. I enjoy the consistent noise of the fan but it's not overly loud even when on high.
1638279
I have had two of these fans for about a year now. I can't speak to the 'improved in motor speed' question. Meaning? I live in Largo, FL and used them a lot. No problems. Slight noise increase from day one.
1187352
There are many white noise settings. Each one is a steady roar at a different pitch. I find the lower pitches comforting but the higher pitches are irritating. I guess it is a matter o personal preference. We use the fan sounds mostly because they sound natural.
1066153
I'll assume the fan is quieter, but in both specs the fan seems to be the same. Old Model (the one I have) is 1700RPM, 29.75 dB(A) with a max airflow of 59.05CFM. This matches the manufactures site specs for the Quiet Edition.
1868118
The fan only has 3 pre-set speeds. I believe Vornado only makes a few models which have 4 speeds. I live in Washington state where it doesn't get that hot, so the first speed is quiet and useful. Most people I think enjoy the 2nd speed (decent amount of air, and noise isn't that bad). Third speed would be considered loud by most users. Although, the fans motor is not loud (the noise is from the curved blades that Vornado uses push air and make extra noise). This is not the most quiet fan on the third setting. Vornado's are a different type of fan (in case you don't know) and really I would label them "air circulators" because they won't push dust around in a shop like other fans of this size would. I wanted to let you know just in case you didn't know, and good luck with your future purchases.
1398488
We leave it on the low white noise setting, which is like being next to a major waterfall and the volume can be turned up quite high, probably more than you would want. Been using it for over a month now and really like it's size. But you only have the white noise, which I imagine as a waterfall and the fan sounds, which I don't like. Hope that helps.
1401866
You can hear it slightly but I've noticed that it only gets really noticeable as the dust collects on the blades. Once you clean those off it's back to quiet. So, if you are looking for silent and wind I don't know what to say, but if you desire quiet and air movement this is a good choice, especially because you can turn all of the fans off except one if noise is the issue when you sleep