Here's the list of products that I reviewed. More details in the video description. DREO: amzn.to/46lEtbU Amazon Basics: amzn.to/3zWKWho Simple Deluxe: amzn.to/46iRFy8 Hurricane: amzn.to/4fi4L2D Pelonis: amzn.to/46lEFb8 Seasons Comfort: amzn.to/46nMNYO Holmes: amzn.to/3Yd2AaI Black+Decker: amzn.to/46hBOzO Aigostar: amzn.to/3WmaBaG Vornado: amzn.to/4dgo62I Lasko: amzn.to/4dd1fVC Comfort Zone: amzn.to/4dgfwAR
Which one would you recommend woozoo globe or vornado 660. woozoo globe currently is AUD $74.99, and vornado 660 is AUD $179.99 in Australia. Vornado 660 is pretty much 2.5 times more expensive than woozoo.
After doing a lot of research for my own personal needs, i can say the world needs a Project Farm video for dehumidifiers Edit: there's some real dumb in the replies, feast upon it those who come later
The designs and durability of dehumidifiers have changed over the last 25 years. Currently I use a Medea brand and regularly clean it with a mix of soapy water and vinegar when the filter light blinks . Longest lasting one so far and I drain directly into a 5 gallon bucket
I bought one of those mini dehumidifiers (Amazon) because of a leak I had in a carpeted closet that also holds my water heater. I needed it after getting all the water I could out with our carpet cleaner machine. The biggest issue was the heat it put in the closet. It collected the moisture out of the air & carpet but with the closet door closed, the temperature in there was 5 to 10 deg hotter than just outside the closet. You may say it was the water heater heating up the closet but it wasn't. For example, I have a weather station set up with the sensor in the closet and it says inside and outside the closet are the same temp in normal situations. Dehumidifier is not running of course.
I’ve absolutely no need for a fan. And yet there’s something soothing about watching on Sunday morning. Just good objective data. No one trying to sell me something. Your videos are comfy to watch. Thank you very much.
I believe if the EPA did this test the budget would be 10 Million just to design the tests. Project Farm is budget friendly and gets 5.5 stars out or 5.
I’m always amazed as to how you figure out to test all these different items. Your channel is like a better consumer reports. I always look here before I buy an item. I have a suggestion for a future product to test and that is camping chairs For 250 pound plus individuals with bad backs. Thanks and keep up the good work!
I really love how you always give your pick for the best of the best no matter how expensive but then also give the best of the rest that’s more affordable for the average person.
Just a heads-up for those looking to buy the Hurricane: it seems the model of Hurricane in this video is no longer made or sold. The new model (which looks exactly the same as the one in this video) has different air flow, velocity, power, adjustable height, and oscillation specs. Overall, the new model appears to be weaker than the old one, though it does state that it uses less power. The link in the description goes to the new model, not the one in this video.
I have had that exact Lasko fan for about 10 years. I bought it on a whim because at the time I was living in an apartment with no a/c. Without exaggeration, it has run every night of those 10 years helping sleep either by cooling or providing white noise. Thats over 29 thousand hours, all I've ever done is clean the dust off the blades a few times a year.
Thank you for being one of the only people on UA-cam to give the distance you placed the sound meter from the sound source! Most people don't know how quickly sound drops off in the first 6 feet. We can now accurately compare how loud our fans are compared to the ones you tested.
@@bryanmathew2079 Vornado also makes 24V DC fans that have similar power use characteristics (their "Energy Smart" line) which are less expensive than Dreo.
The previous owner of our house left behind a dehumidifier which died after about five years (about 2000). Fortunately it had a standard fan that worked with the compressor removed. I build it into a simple wooden frame and metal grid and put it on some old rubber feet from a washing machine. That fan will not die-I love it!
I know the Vornado didn't finish very high here, but I still would buy another if my ever breaks down. I have owned some of the cheaper ones, and they do not last as long as my Vornado.
In Georgia they are selling a WooZoo dual oscillation globe fan for $39. That would be nice to test. It has a 5 year warranty and has performed well for me so far.
I had a Vornado tower fan from Walmart that failed within the warranty period after nightly use. Something happened with the speed controls. Luckily they are easy to work with for warranty, but they'll ask you to cut the cord on the old unit. I rewired the old unit after sending them the pic of the cord cut and tried to fix the speed controls but couldn't.
I want to add, I had a Vornado fan break after a month. I called the company and they replaced it for free. I got it in a couple of days and their customer service is second to none.
I had one stop after two years. I believe they have a five year warranty. I contacted them. They had me upload a picture of the power cord cut right at the unit. A new one arrived three days later. They call them air circulators. I can keep my thermostat two or three degrees warmer and use the Vornado in the room I am in. Also works well in the horizontal position in the winter to circulate warm air. Great company, for sure.
My vornado is still going after 7 years. Using it right now at low it circulates air in room very well. I bought their space heater too, heats my 31' 5th wheel to 65deg with 35 deg outside even on low. I'm sold in their air circulation
The fan I have has been in my family for as long as I can remember (I'm almost 70) it has an Oil Cup I give it a few drops of oil every summer. It has a wooden frame and still works great 👍 thx for the great video, Todd !
There is an Indian brand of fan called Remi-Cool that has bearings lubricated by large oil-retaining felt pads, and it has caps you can remove to uncover tubes through which you can add more oil without needing to disassemble the motor.
As an owner of a dreo fan glad to see my purchase is so highly rated. I can confirm that on the lower settings it is quiet. That was the major factor for purchasing it as i didn't want a noisy fan for calls. I do sit fairly close to it so cfm isn't that big of an issue for me but even on the 3 setting i can feel the air flow on the otherside of the living room about 10-15 feet away.
Maaaaan…get out of my head!!! I’m literally sat here with my dusted up Lasko fan, browsing Amazon looking for a new stand fan for my bedroom…and HERE YOU COME TO SAVE THE DAY! Ordered a new Hurricane fan to keep me cool and stifle my tinnitus.
If your fan is one of those brown or blue bladed vintage units, definitely keep it and get it serviced. It's superior to nearly anything on the market today
We've used a lot of Lasko tower fans over the years. After having a Dreo humidifier, we took a chance on a tower fan the same price as the one you tested, and the wife (who has to sleep with a fan blowing at her) loooves it. The smart feature is a bonus but the fan itself is killer. Sound is hardly noticeable, the auto function acts like wind that speeds up and slows down, has timer, and you can change how much oscillation it has (30,60,90 or 180 degrees). But her favorite feature is the display is ambient, so when the lights are off it's dark instead of glowing in your face all night.
I bought the Amazon Basics one about 6 months ago and have been very happy with it. The remote works well and as we dont run it on high, it is quiet enough that I forget its on. Glad my choice came out so good on your tests.
I got a box fan at Dollar General a few months ago after moving in to a new place.. It was SO slow even on the highest setting. I think they cheaped out on the motor. My neighbor gave me one from the 90's and it pushed tons of air, even though the blade and box were the same size. Not all fans are equal!
There are videos comparing the current Lakewood box fan to the equivalent Lakewood from the 1980s. The new fans are nowhere near as well made. That's the quick summary.
A few years ago my grandparents gave me an old metal bladed box fan they had bought brand new at K-mart back in 1971, and that thing is an absolute powerhouse! It even has little spouts to add oil to the motor because believe it or not products used to be designed with repair in mind
@@alexsmith5584 If I could, all of the appliances I own would be older and built to be maintained instead of thrown away. It's so hard to find good old stuff nowadays though
My 280ss has a manufacture date of 1999. I still use it every summer. Only thing Ive had to do was fix the cord a couple years ago, but still running strong. I also have a newer 633DC and love the DC fan motors. Having an adjustable power knob is so much better than being limited to 3 speeds, and turned all the way down its so quiet you have to be close to it to hear it at all.
Amazon Basics. Had it for 3 years and I love it. Best remote with every option you need. Nice heavy base. Metal enclosure. Only flaw...I wish it had an easy release fan cover. i like to give it a good cleaning every year. GREAT fan GREAT price. Glad to see it did so well in this review.
I've had mine running almost every single our of the day for over 2 years. Still works great. I refuse to believe Amazon Basics fan is better than Vornado.
@@Janzer_My teenage son has run his pretty much nonstop for a similar length of time. They have a five yr warranty. Had one fail after 2 yrs. Contacted them. They requested I upload a picture of the circulator with the power cord cut right at the unit. A new one showed up 3 days later.
@@sonicmastersword8080 probably a customer return. Retails stores throw away lots of perfectly usable stuff that's not worth the hassle for them to process/ship/resell. I've also started checking dumpsters and found several things with only minor or cosmetic issues.
To keep inline with the fan testing, you should test blower fans as well. Growing up in Florida, whenever we lose power bc of a hurricane, my wife son and I each keep corded blower near us to keep the hot humid air moving around us. They're not quiet, but they do a great job keeping us comfortable and don't have a high amperage draw on the genetator.
Not just effectiveness but cost. Tide works great, for example, but costs a lot. I use Ariel detergent which is basically the same Tide powder formula in a cheap bag. The stuff is crazy good and cheap as can be. I have gallons of Costco liquid paid for but it just can't compare for effectiveness or cost.
@@ProjectFarm Please include unscented laundry detergents. Also detergents without brighteners, which are forbidden for military use (they glow like crazy under night vision+IR). I guess maybe that's two separate classes: 1) regular detergent 2) unscented & no-brightener detergent. Who knew washing suds could be so interesting? Project Farm rocks 💎
I started buying Vornado desk and room fans back in 1987 after burning out the motors on several cheaper brands. I had no AC in the house in San Antonio in the summer, so I lived with the fan blowing 24/7. The Vornado never melted down. Back then they were easier to clean than today's models, but I still get them when they are on sale.
Todd thanks for all the product testing and comparison you do for everyone. Back in 2015 I purchased a 16" oscillating fan from CVS $19.99 and it's still going strong. I clean it twice a year. Price wise things have changed, a lot. Keep up the good work..
I bought a Pelonis in 2017 and it's still going strong. We've been using the fan almost every day/night even in the winter. we love the white noise and the powerful breeze it provides. No hiccups but they do need cleaning like all products and lube if you want it to last.
Need to do a box fan showdown. Add the Air King 9723 to the list. It’s not the quietest, but the sound it makes has the best low hum - great for sleepers who like to sleep with a fan.
In my opinion this is exactly what youtube is for, you can't really find it anywhere else. I can't even describe how grateful I am this channel exists :)
My tinnitus agrees with you. I've had great luck with the Vornado. 5 yr warranty and great customer service. Had one go out after 2 yrs. They requested I cut the power cord at the unit and upload that picture. 3 days later I received a new air circulator.
I bought the Amazon basics fan based off your test Todd, and have used it now a for a few days. Absolutely thrilled with my purchase! I wanted a fan that moved a lot of air but was quiet and this ticked both of those boxes. Thank you for all the hard work you put into testing all these products, as it has saved me countless hours of research.
My mom bought 2 small Vornado fans about 20 years ago. One of them died about 9 years later. I inherited the other and it is running right now. Not only does it have the best air speed, you can direct it with precision. If you don't want it to blow at you, it can blow near you without disturbing your documents.
I have the Amazon fan, worked great for about a year until it decided to start oscillating all on its own and there was no turning it off. Even when you powered off the fan, it just kept oscillating. I even unplugged it waited like 30 minutes and as soon as I plugged it back in it started oscillating and I haven't turned it on yet. I ended up disconnecting the oscillating motor since it was obviously separate from the fan motor unlike the manual ones. The fan features still work and I still use it for now.
I have both Dreo and Vornado fans. For the price, Dreo has made me happy with their smaller oscillating fans on low speed, but for higher CFM, I really like the more energy efficient Vornado "Energy Smart" line that allows you to control the speed with about 100 different levels of power. The Dreos we have are super easy to clean, Vornado a bit more of a pain.
My Vornado ran on high 7 years straight before starting to squeek to where I couldn't repair it. Vornado gave me a discount on my new one. 3 years on high into my new vornado and its going strong!
My Lasko fan has been running for dang near 10 years now without turning it off. 😂 The trick is to keep the fan from accumulating dust on the motor and rear.
Just for your information, most fans use a shaded pole motor and they vary the phase angle thus achieving different RPM under load. This is why you see mostly the same power usage on low and on high. The strator produces the same amount of magnetic field (thus requiring the same amount of power) but if the phase angle is too high it will have less torque. Less torque means lower achievable RPM under load. As an experiment you can remove the fan blade, and the measured RPM in all speed setting will be the same. The DREO one running from DC and it most likely has a BLDC motor + inverter.
If it helps anyone, we have a 7 year old Pelonis on a screened in porch. It stays there 365 days per year (including winter). I can have a phone conversation with it right behind me on the low setting, and the only thing the person I'm talking to can hear is the sound of the air passing by. Now, if they could just make them like the 74 year old fan I have in my home workshop. That will probably outlast me by years. Thanks as always.
Pelonis makes an excellent 20” Box fan! I use several in my workshop, with filters attached; A poor man’s air filtration system! 😆 Filters help the fans last longer. They have been up for over three years now, and run 24/7/365!
*Longeivity props to Lasko 1843: Purchased $45 July 2017 for the garage, used daily year around. Estimated 14 thousand hours later, still works like a champ!*
Same! I have a Lasko that runs in my bedroom nearly 24/7 and has for YEARS now. I couldnt tell you my purchase date, but it's been at least 4 years for sure.
I remember the old metal blade box fans that we put in the windows when we were kids. Didn’t have any A/C and those fans murdered anything that came in their reach!
I still have one of those things! I just give it a bit of 3-in-1 electric motor oil every year and it probably moves at least twice as much air as the new stuff (and it’s actually quieter too lol)
I"m a "fan" of the Honeywell HF910C 18" fan. It doesn't come with a stand (also can't tip over) but it really delivers. It moves a ton of air, is relatively quiet (CFM per dB) and has what I consider a "medium" price. On a hot day I use it to rapidly cool the house after the sun goes down by sticking it in front of a screen door.
I must say that I'm a fan of this channel. I'm blown away by the quality of the content. A breath of fresh air as opposed to the mindless drivel of lesser product reviewers. Curious about smaller 10" - 12" fans. The more compact type without the stands and oscillating parts. The sound of a fan is a soothing thing to me at night. Summer, Winter, I don't care, I NEED that sound. So the super quiet ones are not what I would go for. Pedestals and oscillation are not high priorities for me either. What I really look for is that is should not make any loud 60hz hums or if it rattles. Any kind of ticking, pinging or rattling and the summbich might go out the window. Another thing is resonance. Mains power is not perfectly smooth and can peak or dip. At any point in the fans speed range, whether by setting or fluctuations in power supply, if it resonates or begins any kind of throbbing sound, it too stands a chance at a 2 story, one-way ticket to the lawn. I like metal fans (wait, I AM a Metal fan..🤘🎸) But they risk being the worst at the resonant vibrations, since the blades can actually start singing or ringing out a steady, annoying tone akin to a tuning fork. As well as the metal parts of the shroud and grille tinging and rattling if not solidly fastened together. Good fan: Manual control with real switches/knobs. Smooth operation. Compact. Steady white noise. NO rattles, hums, tings, or ringing. Switch accessible on the front is a bonus. Metal construction is a bonus. Bad fan: Shaky, vibrates the table or vibrates itself off the table. Digital crapola. So weak that it blows nothing. Rattles, rings, hums etc. But that's my opinion.
I only use Vornado, 10 year warranty is awesome, I had one break after 9 year, bought a new one, thought of repairing the old one, so contacted office in USA about sending new motor, I would pay for ofc, but they said I had warranty and sent me a brand new one, lol, so now I have 2 fans with warranty to 2034
Excellent comparison! All I ever get for new fans are Vornados. I keep a DC circulator and a Transom window fan on pretty much 24/7 for the dogs. Electric bill is easily under $100 and they also have excellent customer service/warranty people. Their space heaters are nice too, heats up the room quite fast.
The whole house stopped what they were doing to come watch the lastest Project Farm vid. Way more in depth than i thought fan reviews could be. Results were very different than what i was expecting. Amazing vid, keep up the great work!
5yr warranty, 10yr I believe on some of the new eco models. Great customer service. Had issues with one after two years. Contacted them.They had me cut the power cord right at the unit and upload that picture. I received a new one 3 days later. Can't beat that.
I have a lasko standing fan, have had for about 2 years now, and it has ran essentially 24/7 every single day. Still going strong! No wobble or squeaking sounds like most fans I have had. Doesn’t have a remote, timer, wifi, or anything fancy… but I’ve never needed any other features. The main thing is periodically taking the cover apart and cleaning all the dust off the blades and front and back covers. Had so much dust on it I barely felt any air movement, but after cleaning it was back running just as great as it was 2 years ago.
Another excellent review and timely - my 10+ yo Lasko oscillating fan died last week, and I was frustrated reading reviews on Amazon. Packaging is the most common frustration. Your data is always very helpful and appreciated 👍👊🇺🇸🤘
My Hurricane oscillating fan arrived today. Surprised they (Amazon) ship in the raw retail box, but arrived in decent shape. Nut/bolt for attaching head unit onto post was loose in the box, and nearly missed/lost, which I think you also mentioned. Happy so far, and appreciate your perspective 👍👊🇺🇸🤘
Always enjoy your videos. I have a couple of old Patton fans. They are about 18 to 20 inch in size. They are all metal even the blades. No frills to them and not the quietest but these fans move a lot of air even on the low setting.
For a better part of the power consumption tests, the power monitor was switched to milliamp setting and you were reading it off as watts? You would have to multiply the milliamp reading by the voltage to get the wattage? At 120 volts: Amazon Basic 411 mA 49.32 W 518 mA 62.16 W Lasko 610 mA 73.2 W 818 mA 98.16 W Aigostar 459 mA 55.08 W 500 mA 60W Simple Deluxe 386 mA 46.32 W 410 mA 49.2 W Pelonis 524 mA 62.88 W 668 mA 80.16 W Dreo 49 mA 5.88 W 322 mA 38.64 W Vornado 584 mA 70.08 W 959 mA 115.08 W
I noticed this as well. But without a actual volts measurement these corrected calculations could be off by 20%. hopefully PF has the voltage recorded at time of testing or can retest the fans were affected.
I live in Las Vegas and fans are a necessity . I have 9 inch personal fans for the office and kitchen, 18 inch stand fans for the bedroom and living room, and commercial fans to cool the house down, they are run between 2-8 hours a day during the warm months. I have Duracraft, Sunbeam, Lasko , Vornado and Honeywell fans, they have all lasted over a decade with minimal maintenance . Annual cleanings and lubricating the front bearing keeps them running well . I have not had any of the fans wear out.
From the headline, I thought you were testing the biggest fans of the 'Project Farm' channel, and I was offended for not being included in the test! 😀Another great video, thank you so much. It would have been interesting to see a Dyson fan in the mix.
Same. We’ve had a Pelonis DC motor fan for about a year (different model from the one in the video) and only use it in the summer. The fan itself is ultra quiet at low speeds but when oscillating, in the past few months it’s started to rattle and clunk - maybe I wouldn’t notice if the motor was louder. I tried tightening up everything but it didn’t help.
@F0XD1E I don't think I ever been in a situation where I disassemble a fan and found anything other than plastic gears. And for all I know, this saves pennies.
Purchased the WOOZOO globe fan from Costco and it is the best one I’ve used. Huge upgrade from Vornado. Very quiet and powerful, oscillates U+D & L+R, and it’s fallen off of my bed once or twice without any damage. Bought three at $40 CAD.
@@_RiseAgainstbases on a mixed reviews, I agree it's a bit difficult to choose the brand. The DEKA battery I mentioned, as for now is in my Mazda Protege 5, been about 3 yrs, I ski all my life and visit high elevation areas in winter season (had 2 front Toyo winter tires). Mornings about 10 degrees this battery cranks up the car without a hesitation, also to note, I use this car on my part time gig delivery work, many stops and go scenarios here, speaking about the facts, I recently tested my battery with specific tester before the long trip and still showed 95% total capacity with a good cranking. Would put DEKA on the list to buy, hope this helps ✌️ P.S make sure your serpentine belt is in good shape, no cracks and adjustments is within a specs...
Great reviews as always! I have the Lasko and maybe I have a dud, but it's not only noisy, the noise CARRIES. It transmits the sounds through the floor, so I can hear this irritating noise when it's on upstairs, even if the room door is closed!
I think a fused plug is an important safety feature for a fan. Might stop a fire if the fan over-amps. I chose the Lasko AirFlex 2-in-1 20" box fan, which mounts an easily removable 20x20x1 HVAC filter right on the fan. The extra deep feet limit its usefulness as a window fan, but it looks better than a bungie holding a filter on a regular 20" box fan (which I also have) - plus the motor is designed for reduced air flow (when the filter is in place). Thanks for another thoughtful and useful video! Always look forward to what goodies you have in store this week. :)
~~Satisfied w/Pelonis 40" tower fan goin on 3yrs now&cost less than one you tested. When tested it was like 425cfm on low. Cleaning is bit more intricate than normal fans though. KEEP DOING WHAT YOU DO SIR.
Very useful. I have a Comfort Zone ($17) that has operated all night every night for six years and counting. I had another identical unit that smoked and died after 20 minutes. (!) I have two 18" Holmes, both of which slowed down considerably after two seasons, and required disassembly to clean and lubricate the bearings to restore their work ethic to original.
I'm a shift worker, and a noisy fan helps my sleep, so looks like the Pelonis is a great fit for me. Thanks for the test we didn't think we needed, but grateful you did!
I used a Vornado for 8 years without issue, constantly on high every night for white noise. Replaced with another Vornado and it's doing the same thing for another 8+ years. Best fans I've had.
Sitting outside in Houston, TX on July 30th, I had three fans blowing on me. Since fans inevitably get replaced, you better believe I paid close attention to this review. Great job!
I absolutely love your channel. It has proved to be very useful when I'm looking for a product that you've taken the time to test. Thank you for your efforts to find the best product for all of the jobs around the house and barn. 🙂
We bought many budget fans over the years, and they kept breaking. Now we have 4 Vornado 660s that mostly run 24/7. Our oldest at 5 years old. We have 2 heavy duty Vornados for outdoors. If any of the budget fans break you can trust Vornado, as they back it up with their 5 year warranty.
I have a Dreo tower fan very quiet and chilly enough, wish you could also check some tower fans since they're usually more quiet than normal fans to see how they compare to the traditional round fans ^^ great video thank you very much!
I suggested this! Yay! Although the vornado I have is different and has a remote. But I bought it for the noise and air movement and it rated high on both of those! Exactly what I wanted! Thank you so much! Plus it has a 5year warranty! How about small dehumidifiers? I need to get one for my bathroom. With so many available I’d like to make a good investment.
Can't wait to see the results! Project Farms=BEST consumer channel out there with on point top-notch testing! And what a super cool guy! I bet he'd be an awesome next door neighbor!❤❤
strong second for a video on dehumidifiers. maybe also window AC units while you're at it - you could even make the latter two different ones, for window units and then 'portable' units (the ones with the hose). love your stuff mate.
First off very good and informative video. I have a few older American made fans. They run great, they’re energy efficient, they are quiet and they far exceed these in airflow power. Their greatest feature is that they were made in the USA. Believe it or not there are quite a few vendors out there that make original style wiring that is completely safe and modern inside.
Here's the list of products that I reviewed. More details in the video description.
DREO: amzn.to/46lEtbU
Amazon Basics: amzn.to/3zWKWho
Simple Deluxe: amzn.to/46iRFy8
Hurricane: amzn.to/4fi4L2D
Pelonis: amzn.to/46lEFb8
Seasons Comfort: amzn.to/46nMNYO
Holmes: amzn.to/3Yd2AaI
Black+Decker: amzn.to/46hBOzO
Aigostar: amzn.to/3WmaBaG
Vornado: amzn.to/4dgo62I
Lasko: amzn.to/4dd1fVC
Comfort Zone: amzn.to/4dgfwAR
How did you choose which fans to test?
Which one would you recommend woozoo globe or vornado 660. woozoo globe currently is AUD $74.99, and vornado 660 is AUD $179.99 in Australia. Vornado 660 is pretty much 2.5 times more expensive than woozoo.
After doing a lot of research for my own personal needs, i can say the world needs a Project Farm video for dehumidifiers
Edit: there's some real dumb in the replies, feast upon it those who come later
Thanks for the suggestion.
The designs and durability of dehumidifiers have changed over the last 25 years. Currently I use a Medea brand and regularly clean it with a mix of soapy water and vinegar when the filter light blinks .
Longest lasting one so far and I drain directly into a 5 gallon bucket
Oh, you mean that 'newfound technology that turns air into water' technologies that news articles LOVE to try and clickbait people with? 🤣
I bought one of those mini dehumidifiers (Amazon) because of a leak I had in a carpeted closet that also holds my water heater. I needed it after getting all the water I could out with our carpet cleaner machine. The biggest issue was the heat it put in the closet. It collected the moisture out of the air & carpet but with the closet door closed, the temperature in there was 5 to 10 deg hotter than just outside the closet. You may say it was the water heater heating up the closet but it wasn't. For example, I have a weather station set up with the sensor in the closet and it says inside and outside the closet are the same temp in normal situations. Dehumidifier is not running of course.
Second this
I’ve absolutely no need for a fan. And yet there’s something soothing about watching on Sunday morning. Just good objective data. No one trying to sell me something. Your videos are comfy to watch. Thank you very much.
My pleasure!
Me either but take it away from my girl and the world would seem like it's coming to a end😂
@@BloopTube Main thing most fans die from long-term is the bearings wear out (usually sleeve). Had to tear down quite a few and clean and lubricate.
I don't even live in the US, still watching him is a pleasure.
I believe if the EPA did this test the budget would be 10 Million just to design the tests. Project Farm is budget friendly and gets 5.5 stars out or 5.
We're all YOUR fans! 😎✌️
Thank you very much!
Boooooo! Take your like.
Gay
Hey Gus, You beat me to it! 👍
@@131313user Are You, well, it is Ok, no worries
I’m always amazed as to how you figure out to test all these different items. Your channel is like a better consumer reports. I always look here before I buy an item. I have a suggestion for a future product to test and that is camping chairs For 250 pound plus individuals with bad backs. Thanks and keep up the good work!
Thanks, will do! Thanks for the suggestion.
Box fans next please. Thank you so much for all your hard work, you are literally a national treasure.
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
Or the round guy that sit on the floor!!
@@cm.5023 i love my box fan! Use it in my window or for background noise! Cools my room off fairly well!
I also really want to see box and other window fans. They're right you are an incredible resource for people.@@ProjectFarm
Literally?
I really love how you always give your pick for the best of the best no matter how expensive but then also give the best of the rest that’s more affordable for the average person.
Thanks!
you mean the best of the few he picked (out of 1000s of kinds sold probably)
@@RefugeeOfModernity bro you really expect him to buy 100s of different fans that are just slightly different?
@@fetusman2248 or at least give an in depth explanation as to why he picks the fans he does choose to test (and advertise...)
Just a heads-up for those looking to buy the Hurricane: it seems the model of Hurricane in this video is no longer made or sold. The new model (which looks exactly the same as the one in this video) has different air flow, velocity, power, adjustable height, and oscillation specs. Overall, the new model appears to be weaker than the old one, though it does state that it uses less power. The link in the description goes to the new model, not the one in this video.
Ah the ol bait and switch.
Appreciated thanks
"Oh no! Project Farm's got his hands on one, we better take that model off the markets, just in case"
@@cocodojo 🤣🤣
@@cocodojo More like bait and switch criminals. Give 'em the chair!
I have had that exact Lasko fan for about 10 years. I bought it on a whim because at the time I was living in an apartment with no a/c. Without exaggeration, it has run every night of those 10 years helping sleep either by cooling or providing white noise. Thats over 29 thousand hours, all I've ever done is clean the dust off the blades a few times a year.
Thanks for sharing!
I've had Vornado's for years. They basically last forever. Definitely worth it over cheap Walmart specials.
Great information! Thank you
I dunno, vacmaster. My little el cheapo Walmart box fan has served me reliably for well over three years now, and I keep it running during the summer.
@@ProjectFarm no problem
@cavalierliberty6838 Most of my Vornado fans are 7 to 10 years old. They've been on road trips, fallen of dressers, and keep going
@@VacMaster1991that's the brand of humidifier I have and it's made in the US
Thank you for being one of the only people on UA-cam to give the distance you placed the sound meter from the sound source! Most people don't know how quickly sound drops off in the first 6 feet. We can now accurately compare how loud our fans are compared to the ones you tested.
You are welcome!
16 minutes of nothing but the high quality unbiased comparisons and relevant information. Thank you sir!
Thanks and you are welcome!
Thanks THANKS!!, 4 *Say😮ing Sorta Save $$ a Buy The 5-watt @Low Dreo & 😅Lavish the QuaLity Of Purchase iS my Thinking, bye
@@bryanmathew2079what kind of code is this huh ?
@@ThatSharkGirl 5watts@ Low Speed @ the $120.00 Fan iS The onLy "Nomad" Approved; aka Coded Fan. ps Enough Said Lol
@@bryanmathew2079 Vornado also makes 24V DC fans that have similar power use characteristics (their "Energy Smart" line) which are less expensive than Dreo.
The previous owner of our house left behind a dehumidifier which died after about five years (about 2000). Fortunately it had a standard fan that worked with the compressor removed. I build it into a simple wooden frame and metal grid and put it on some old rubber feet from a washing machine. That fan will not die-I love it!
Thanks for sharing.
Costco sells a $50 vornado that I have used and abused for years and it has been relentlessly reliable and durable.
Thanks for sharing!
Same, it's a beast. Mine has 3 speeds though and it's about 120 watts on high.
I know the Vornado didn't finish very high here, but I still would buy another if my ever breaks down. I have owned some of the cheaper ones, and they do not last as long as my Vornado.
In Georgia they are selling a WooZoo dual oscillation globe fan for $39. That would be nice to test. It has a 5 year warranty and has performed well for me so far.
I had a Vornado tower fan from Walmart that failed within the warranty period after nightly use. Something happened with the speed controls. Luckily they are easy to work with for warranty, but they'll ask you to cut the cord on the old unit. I rewired the old unit after sending them the pic of the cord cut and tried to fix the speed controls but couldn't.
I want to add, I had a Vornado fan break after a month. I called the company and they replaced it for free. I got it in a couple of days and their customer service is second to none.
I had one stop after two years. I believe they have a five year warranty. I contacted them. They had me upload a picture of the power cord cut right at the unit. A new one arrived three days later. They call them air circulators. I can keep my thermostat two or three degrees warmer and use the Vornado in the room I am in. Also works well in the horizontal position in the winter to circulate warm air. Great company, for sure.
Thanks for sharing.
My vornado is still going after 7 years. Using it right now at low it circulates air in room very well. I bought their space heater too, heats my 31' 5th wheel to 65deg with 35 deg outside even on low.
I'm sold in their air circulation
Nice ad there bot
Can you imagine if Project Farm tested customer service? He'd age faster than a president.
The fan I have has been in my family for as long as I can remember (I'm almost 70) it has an Oil Cup I give it a few drops of oil every summer. It has a wooden frame and still works great 👍 thx for the great video, Todd !
There is an Indian brand of fan called Remi-Cool that has bearings lubricated by large oil-retaining felt pads, and it has caps you can remove to uncover tubes through which you can add more oil without needing to disassemble the motor.
Nice! You are welcome!
I libe my fans every summer. they never broke
Back when there was American quality and pride in workmanship.
As an owner of a dreo fan glad to see my purchase is so highly rated. I can confirm that on the lower settings it is quiet. That was the major factor for purchasing it as i didn't want a noisy fan for calls. I do sit fairly close to it so cfm isn't that big of an issue for me but even on the 3 setting i can feel the air flow on the otherside of the living room about 10-15 feet away.
Thanks for the feedback.
Maaaaan…get out of my head!!! I’m literally sat here with my dusted up Lasko fan, browsing Amazon looking for a new stand fan for my bedroom…and HERE YOU COME TO SAVE THE DAY! Ordered a new Hurricane fan to keep me cool and stifle my tinnitus.
Lol! Glad to help
WHAT, I can't hear you.
If your fan is one of those brown or blue bladed vintage units, definitely keep it and get it serviced. It's superior to nearly anything on the market today
@@TheMatsushitaMan it isn’t. It’s a cheapo $29.97 “walmart” Lasko fan.
@@TheMatsushitaMan totally agreed!
We've used a lot of Lasko tower fans over the years. After having a Dreo humidifier, we took a chance on a tower fan the same price as the one you tested, and the wife (who has to sleep with a fan blowing at her) loooves it. The smart feature is a bonus but the fan itself is killer. Sound is hardly noticeable, the auto function acts like wind that speeds up and slows down, has timer, and you can change how much oscillation it has (30,60,90 or 180 degrees). But her favorite feature is the display is ambient, so when the lights are off it's dark instead of glowing in your face all night.
Thanks for sharing.
Maybe the best fans were all the subscribers you earned along the way. Thanks PF!
Such an underrated comment.
❤
That is a brilliant comment!
The only reason I came to the comment section was for a fan pun.... Congratulations you're the only one I saw. 😅
I bought the Amazon Basics one about 6 months ago and have been very happy with it. The remote works well and as we dont run it on high, it is quiet enough that I forget its on. Glad my choice came out so good on your tests.
Thanks for the feedback.
I got a box fan at Dollar General a few months ago after moving in to a new place.. It was SO slow even on the highest setting. I think they cheaped out on the motor. My neighbor gave me one from the 90's and it pushed tons of air, even though the blade and box were the same size. Not all fans are equal!
Thanks for sharing!
There are videos comparing the current Lakewood box fan to the equivalent Lakewood from the 1980s. The new fans are nowhere near as well made. That's the quick summary.
@@LatitudeSky completely agreed. I should've known when it weighed absolutely nothing
A few years ago my grandparents gave me an old metal bladed box fan they had bought brand new at K-mart back in 1971, and that thing is an absolute powerhouse! It even has little spouts to add oil to the motor because believe it or not products used to be designed with repair in mind
@@alexsmith5584 If I could, all of the appliances I own would be older and built to be maintained instead of thrown away. It's so hard to find good old stuff nowadays though
Just ordered a dreo yesterday! Glad it came out on top
I love my Vornado fan. Been working for over 10 years and runs almost constantly. No issues.
Was not cheap, though.
Thanks for sharing!
My 280ss has a manufacture date of 1999. I still use it every summer. Only thing Ive had to do was fix the cord a couple years ago, but still running strong. I also have a newer 633DC and love the DC fan motors. Having an adjustable power knob is so much better than being limited to 3 speeds, and turned all the way down its so quiet you have to be close to it to hear it at all.
Vornado does engineering design in Andover Kansas. SO they at least give lots of attention to overall design and long life.
@@Inbal_Feuchtwanger Yeah I have been told newer models arent quite as good but the classics were well designed and built to last.
Amazon Basics. Had it for 3 years and I love it. Best remote with every option you need. Nice heavy base. Metal enclosure. Only flaw...I wish it had an easy release fan cover. i like to give it a good cleaning every year. GREAT fan GREAT price. Glad to see it did so well in this review.
Thanks for sharing.
I got a brand new Vornado out of a Bed Bath and Beyond dumpster during Covid. Best fan I've ever owned.
I've had mine running almost every single our of the day for over 2 years. Still works great. I refuse to believe Amazon Basics fan is better than Vornado.
Vornado does engineering design in Andover Kansas. SO they at least give lots of attention to overall design and long life.
@@Janzer_My teenage son has run his pretty much nonstop for a similar length of time. They have a five yr warranty. Had one fail after 2 yrs. Contacted them. They requested I upload a picture of the circulator with the power cord cut right at the unit. A new one showed up 3 days later.
Why would they throw that out?
@@sonicmastersword8080 probably a customer return. Retails stores throw away lots of perfectly usable stuff that's not worth the hassle for them to process/ship/resell. I've also started checking dumpsters and found several things with only minor or cosmetic issues.
To keep inline with the fan testing, you should test blower fans as well. Growing up in Florida, whenever we lose power bc of a hurricane, my wife son and I each keep corded blower near us to keep the hot humid air moving around us. They're not quiet, but they do a great job keeping us comfortable and don't have a high amperage draw on the genetator.
Please do a video on the effectiveness of different laundry detergents!
Thank you for the video idea!
Yes Iv been using the detergent sheets I love them.
Thats a good one.
Not just effectiveness but cost. Tide works great, for example, but costs a lot. I use Ariel detergent which is basically the same Tide powder formula in a cheap bag. The stuff is crazy good and cheap as can be. I have gallons of Costco liquid paid for but it just can't compare for effectiveness or cost.
@@ProjectFarm Please include unscented laundry detergents. Also detergents without brighteners, which are forbidden for military use (they glow like crazy under night vision+IR). I guess maybe that's two separate classes: 1) regular detergent 2) unscented & no-brightener detergent.
Who knew washing suds could be so interesting?
Project Farm rocks 💎
I started buying Vornado desk and room fans back in 1987 after burning out the motors on several cheaper brands. I had no AC in the house in San Antonio in the summer, so I lived with the fan blowing 24/7. The Vornado never melted down. Back then they were easier to clean than today's models, but I still get them when they are on sale.
Thanks for sharing.
I have a Holmes oscillating fan I bought in 1994 for $27 at KMart. On high, it moves a lot of air but is loud! 30 years old and still going strong.
Thanks for sharing!
Don't ever throw it away.
I can't come up with stuff to test. I'm so glad your viewers are so much smarter than I am. Thanks for all you do
My pleasure! Thanks for supporting the channel!
@ProjectFarm worth every penny
Todd thanks for all the product testing and comparison you do for everyone. Back in 2015 I purchased a 16" oscillating fan from CVS $19.99 and it's still going strong. I clean it twice a year. Price wise things have changed, a lot.
Keep up the good work..
Thank you!
I bought a Pelonis in 2017 and it's still going strong. We've been using the fan almost every day/night even in the winter. we love the white noise and the powerful breeze it provides. No hiccups but they do need cleaning like all products and lube if you want it to last.
Thanks for sharing.
Need to do a box fan showdown.
Add the Air King 9723 to the list. It’s not the quietest, but the sound it makes has the best low hum - great for sleepers who like to sleep with a fan.
We need a folding hand fan showdown also
I just got an airking wall mount with a 1/6hp motor in my bedroom. It does the job! It says for commercial or industrial use only on the back. 😅
Would also love to see a box fan showdown 😊
Should also include the DIY box fan air purifier (with a MERV13 filter) vs actual HEPA air purifiers.
@@fartman10284I attach a 20" furnace filter to the back of my box fans. Give it a spritz of waxy furniture polish to improve filtering.
In my opinion this is exactly what youtube is for, you can't really find it anywhere else. I can't even describe how grateful I am this channel exists :)
Thanks so much!
For me, I want a loud fan for white noise. For a loud fan I think I’m going to go with the Pelonis.
Thanks for the test.
My tinnitus agrees with you. I've had great luck with the Vornado. 5 yr warranty and great customer service. Had one go out after 2 yrs. They requested I cut the power cord at the unit and upload that picture. 3 days later I received a new air circulator.
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
I want white-noise AND a roaring breeze; Hurricane for me.
I bought the Amazon basics fan based off your test Todd, and have used it now a for a few days. Absolutely thrilled with my purchase! I wanted a fan that moved a lot of air but was quiet and this ticked both of those boxes. Thank you for all the hard work you put into testing all these products, as it has saved me countless hours of research.
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
My mom bought 2 small Vornado fans about 20 years ago. One of them died about 9 years later. I inherited the other and it is running right now. Not only does it have the best air speed, you can direct it with precision. If you don't want it to blow at you, it can blow near you without disturbing your documents.
I bought mine and unfortunately it died after a first hot summer here in 2023. Smelled like something burn
Thanks for sharing!
I have the Amazon fan, worked great for about a year until it decided to start oscillating all on its own and there was no turning it off. Even when you powered off the fan, it just kept oscillating. I even unplugged it waited like 30 minutes and as soon as I plugged it back in it started oscillating and I haven't turned it on yet. I ended up disconnecting the oscillating motor since it was obviously separate from the fan motor unlike the manual ones. The fan features still work and I still use it for now.
I have both Dreo and Vornado fans. For the price, Dreo has made me happy with their smaller oscillating fans on low speed, but for higher CFM, I really like the more energy efficient Vornado "Energy Smart" line that allows you to control the speed with about 100 different levels of power. The Dreos we have are super easy to clean, Vornado a bit more of a pain.
Thanks for sharing!
My Vornado ran on high 7 years straight before starting to squeek to where I couldn't repair it. Vornado gave me a discount on my new one. 3 years on high into my new vornado and its going strong!
Thanks for sharing.
My Lasko fan has been running for dang near 10 years now without turning it off. 😂 The trick is to keep the fan from accumulating dust on the motor and rear.
Thanks for the feedback.
And keeping the cage and blades clean of dust makes a huge difference.
Just for your information, most fans use a shaded pole motor and they vary the phase angle thus achieving different RPM under load. This is why you see mostly the same power usage on low and on high. The strator produces the same amount of magnetic field (thus requiring the same amount of power) but if the phase angle is too high it will have less torque. Less torque means lower achievable RPM under load. As an experiment you can remove the fan blade, and the measured RPM in all speed setting will be the same.
The DREO one running from DC and it most likely has a BLDC motor + inverter.
If it helps anyone, we have a 7 year old Pelonis on a screened in porch. It stays there 365 days per year (including winter). I can have a phone conversation with it right behind me on the low setting, and the only thing the person I'm talking to can hear is the sound of the air passing by. Now, if they could just make them like the 74 year old fan I have in my home workshop. That will probably outlast me by years. Thanks as always.
You are welcome!
Pelonis makes an excellent 20” Box fan! I use several in my workshop, with filters attached; A poor man’s air filtration system! 😆 Filters help the fans last longer. They have been up for over three years now, and run 24/7/365!
We have a Pelonis DC oscillating fan. It’s super quiet but the oscillation mechanism started to rattle after less than a year of use.
@@Sashazur Great fan because it’s so quiet
*Longeivity props to Lasko 1843: Purchased $45 July 2017 for the garage, used daily year around. Estimated 14 thousand hours later, still works like a champ!*
Same! I have a Lasko that runs in my bedroom nearly 24/7 and has for YEARS now. I couldnt tell you my purchase date, but it's been at least 4 years for sure.
Nice! Thanks for sharing.
I remember the old metal blade box fans that we put in the windows when we were kids. Didn’t have any A/C and those fans murdered anything that came in their reach!
I still have one of those things! I just give it a bit of 3-in-1 electric motor oil every year and it probably moves at least twice as much air as the new stuff (and it’s actually quieter too lol)
Yeah they would not die we got one out of a dump . Took it home oil it up new cord worked for years in the garage. Till it got crushed.
I had one that ran 24/7 behind my wood stove in the winter. Lost track of how many times I revived it with compressed air and some oil.
As I type this right handed with 3 fingers ..... I totally agree with you !! 😏👍🏻
HA yep
I haven't seen the video yet but I'm already a huge FAN. And it comes at a great time
Thank you very much!
I"m a "fan" of the Honeywell HF910C 18" fan. It doesn't come with a stand (also can't tip over) but it really delivers. It moves a ton of air, is relatively quiet (CFM per dB) and has what I consider a "medium" price. On a hot day I use it to rapidly cool the house after the sun goes down by sticking it in front of a screen door.
ISWYDT 😉👍
I must say that I'm a fan of this channel. I'm blown away by the quality of the content. A breath of fresh air as opposed to the mindless drivel of lesser product reviewers.
Curious about smaller 10" - 12" fans. The more compact type without the stands and oscillating parts. The sound of a fan is a soothing thing to me at night. Summer, Winter, I don't care, I NEED that sound. So the super quiet ones are not what I would go for. Pedestals and oscillation are not high priorities for me either. What I really look for is that is should not make any loud 60hz hums or if it rattles. Any kind of ticking, pinging or rattling and the summbich might go out the window. Another thing is resonance. Mains power is not perfectly smooth and can peak or dip. At any point in the fans speed range, whether by setting or fluctuations in power supply, if it resonates or begins any kind of throbbing sound, it too stands a chance at a 2 story, one-way ticket to the lawn. I like metal fans (wait, I AM a Metal fan..🤘🎸) But they risk being the worst at the resonant vibrations, since the blades can actually start singing or ringing out a steady, annoying tone akin to a tuning fork. As well as the metal parts of the shroud and grille tinging and rattling if not solidly fastened together.
Good fan: Manual control with real switches/knobs. Smooth operation. Compact. Steady white noise. NO rattles, hums, tings, or ringing. Switch accessible on the front is a bonus. Metal construction is a bonus.
Bad fan: Shaky, vibrates the table or vibrates itself off the table. Digital crapola. So weak that it blows nothing. Rattles, rings, hums etc.
But that's my opinion.
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
After testing all those fans, Todd is definitely now the coolest guy on the farm!
Thanks! Lol
I only use Vornado, 10 year warranty is awesome, I had one break after 9 year, bought a new one, thought of repairing the old one, so contacted office in USA about sending new motor, I would pay for ofc, but they said I had warranty and sent me a brand new one, lol, so now I have 2 fans with warranty to 2034
Thanks for sharing.
Happy to see your video on only fans is still the quality content we rely on. Thanks Todd!
I see what you did there lol - underrated comment!
Excellent comparison! All I ever get for new fans are Vornados. I keep a DC circulator and a Transom window fan on pretty much 24/7 for the dogs. Electric bill is easily under $100 and they also have excellent customer service/warranty people. Their space heaters are nice too, heats up the room quite fast.
Ive been in the market for a fan for a while, thanks for your videos!
You're welcome!!
The whole house stopped what they were doing to come watch the lastest Project Farm vid. Way more in depth than i thought fan reviews could be. Results were very different than what i was expecting. Amazing vid, keep up the great work!
Thanks!
We have several Vornados. Some we've had for many years and none have disappointed.
Thanks for sharing!
Vornado does engineering design in Andover Kansas. SO they at least give lots of attention to overall design and long life.
5yr warranty, 10yr I believe on some of the new eco models. Great customer service. Had issues with one after two years. Contacted them.They had me cut the power cord right at the unit and upload that picture. I received a new one 3 days later. Can't beat that.
I have a lasko standing fan, have had for about 2 years now, and it has ran essentially 24/7 every single day. Still going strong!
No wobble or squeaking sounds like most fans I have had. Doesn’t have a remote, timer, wifi, or anything fancy… but I’ve never needed any other features.
The main thing is periodically taking the cover apart and cleaning all the dust off the blades and front and back covers. Had so much dust on it I barely felt any air movement, but after cleaning it was back running just as great as it was 2 years ago.
Nice!
Another excellent review and timely - my 10+ yo Lasko oscillating fan died last week, and I was frustrated reading reviews on Amazon. Packaging is the most common frustration. Your data is always very helpful and appreciated 👍👊🇺🇸🤘
My Hurricane oscillating fan arrived today. Surprised they (Amazon) ship in the raw retail box, but arrived in decent shape. Nut/bolt for attaching head unit onto post was loose in the box, and nearly missed/lost, which I think you also mentioned. Happy so far, and appreciate your perspective 👍👊🇺🇸🤘
Thank you! 🙏 Your channel needs to be in the Hall of Fame!
Thanks and you are welcome!
Finally Project Farm mad everyone happy Making a Only fan's Video! I shall see myself out!
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YES!! Worth the wait todd! So happy to see you do this at last!
Thank you very much!
The test we neeeded !
Thank you very much!
Yeah maybe a bit late though
unfortunately, 3 weeks late. but it's closer to the right time than most would be.
Prefect timing... now i can go buy one.
Thanks for sharing!
Always enjoy your videos. I have a couple of old Patton fans. They are about 18 to 20 inch in size. They are all metal even the blades. No frills to them and not the quietest but these fans move a lot of air even on the low setting.
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
quite ironic, my wife just burned out the motors on two of ours back to back in a bad outlet less than a week ago, thanks for the legwork!
You are welcome!
I've had fans, but now I only buy blower fans, specifically lasko blower fan. Moves air so well.
Thanks for sharing!
LASKO cyclones are the best!!
Been using a Lasko tower fan for well over a decade, it just won't quit!
For a better part of the power consumption tests, the power monitor was switched to milliamp setting and you were reading it off as watts? You would have to multiply the milliamp reading by the voltage to get the wattage?
At 120 volts:
Amazon Basic
411 mA
49.32 W
518 mA
62.16 W
Lasko
610 mA
73.2 W
818 mA
98.16 W
Aigostar
459 mA
55.08 W
500 mA
60W
Simple Deluxe
386 mA
46.32 W
410 mA
49.2 W
Pelonis
524 mA
62.88 W
668 mA
80.16 W
Dreo
49 mA
5.88 W
322 mA
38.64 W
Vornado
584 mA
70.08 W
959 mA
115.08 W
I noticed this as well. But without a actual volts measurement these corrected calculations could be off by 20%. hopefully PF has the voltage recorded at time of testing or can retest the fans were affected.
I live in Las Vegas and fans are a necessity . I have 9 inch personal fans for the office and kitchen, 18 inch stand fans for the bedroom and living room, and commercial fans to cool the house down, they are run between 2-8 hours a day during the warm months. I have Duracraft, Sunbeam, Lasko , Vornado and Honeywell fans, they have all lasted over a decade with minimal maintenance . Annual cleanings and lubricating the front bearing keeps them running well . I have not had any of the fans wear out.
A project farm video to enhance the sunday evening? Its like christmas mornin'!
Thank you very much!
From the headline, I thought you were testing the biggest fans of the 'Project Farm' channel, and I was offended for not being included in the test! 😀Another great video, thank you so much. It would have been interesting to see a Dyson fan in the mix.
Thank you for the video idea!
Funny comment! 👍
a dyson would be nice but he woupd have to compare it with similar fans because obviously its gonna beat all sub 100$ fans by a long shot haha
A problem I've had with newer fans is deterioration of the oscillating function after continuous use over a year
Thanks for sharing!
Same. We’ve had a Pelonis DC motor fan for about a year (different model from the one in the video) and only use it in the summer. The fan itself is ultra quiet at low speeds but when oscillating, in the past few months it’s started to rattle and clunk - maybe I wouldn’t notice if the motor was louder. I tried tightening up everything but it didn’t help.
Probably cheap plastic gears wearing out.
@F0XD1E I don't think I ever been in a situation where I disassemble a fan and found anything other than plastic gears.
And for all I know, this saves pennies.
Purchased the WOOZOO globe fan from
Costco and it is the best one I’ve used. Huge upgrade from Vornado. Very quiet and powerful, oscillates U+D & L+R, and it’s fallen off of my bed once or twice without any damage. Bought three at $40 CAD.
Thanks for sharing.
Best car battery brand! Won't be easy but soo helpful
Was tested on this channel, scroll down vids, I believe a couple years ago ... ✌️More than 10 yrs I use DEKA battery, very reliable, would recommend 👍
Facts@@otarsulava
@@otarsulava just watched it. Only really tested cranking amps and CCA. So I'll reiterate. Best battery brand! Won't be easy but soo helpful.
@@_RiseAgainstbases on a mixed reviews, I agree it's a bit difficult to choose the brand. The DEKA battery I mentioned, as for now is in my Mazda Protege 5, been about 3 yrs, I ski all my life and visit high elevation areas in winter season (had 2 front Toyo winter tires). Mornings about 10 degrees this battery cranks up the car without a hesitation, also to note, I use this car on my part time gig delivery work, many stops and go scenarios here, speaking about the facts, I recently tested my battery with specific tester before the long trip and still showed 95% total capacity with a good cranking. Would put DEKA on the list to buy, hope this helps ✌️ P.S make sure your serpentine belt is in good shape, no cracks and adjustments is within a specs...
Hello there! Have a great Weekend!🙌🏼🙌🏼
Thank you and I wish you a great weekend too!
Does removing the front cover of the fan help air flow @@ProjectFarm
@@ProjectFarmThank you!😁
It's sunday evening here lol
Good morning everyone!!!!!
Good morning!
Morning
Good evening
Shut up baget
Great reviews as always! I have the Lasko and maybe I have a dud, but it's not only noisy, the noise CARRIES. It transmits the sounds through the floor, so I can hear this irritating noise when it's on upstairs, even if the room door is closed!
5:39 slight editing error, you say $61 but on screen it says $31
Can you test out portable air conditioning units.?
Thank you for the video idea! I'll do it if there's enough interest
That would be interesting. I have an idea for the opening line of the video: Most people think these ACs are complete crap - we're going to test that!
@@otrovx Great idea - test TOILETS!
Portable AC would make me so happy. I was looking to get one sometime soon, my apartment has no AC just heating for the winter.
Compare a 50's Vornado fan against these...it will win.
Great point!
I have the shorter version of the Dreo. I absolutely love that thing. The ways in which you can program it are amazing. And it is super quiet......
Thanks for the feedback.
0:44 using a WHAT now?
I kept hearing Pedo tube 😂
I came to the comments just for that, and spit my milk and animal crackers laughing seeing you tag it like that
Lmao
Oh, I love lofi and your channel, surprised I wasn't subbed
Am now!
I'm your biggest.... FAN
Thank you very much!
Hah! You might wanna get in line! 😆👍
inserts biggest fan jokes here pls: 😉
I'm not a fan of this assumption😂
@@awholelotofnothing6456 Fantastic😁
I think a fused plug is an important safety feature for a fan. Might stop a fire if the fan over-amps.
I chose the Lasko AirFlex 2-in-1 20" box fan, which mounts an easily removable 20x20x1 HVAC filter right on the fan. The extra deep feet limit its usefulness as a window fan, but it looks better than a bungie holding a filter on a regular 20" box fan (which I also have) - plus the motor is designed for reduced air flow (when the filter is in place).
Thanks for another thoughtful and useful video! Always look forward to what goodies you have in store this week. :)
Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
~~Satisfied w/Pelonis 40" tower fan goin on 3yrs now&cost less than one you tested. When tested it was like 425cfm on low. Cleaning is bit more intricate than normal fans though.
KEEP DOING WHAT YOU DO SIR.
Thanks, will do!
Very useful. I have a Comfort Zone ($17) that has operated all night every night for six years and counting. I had another identical unit that smoked and died after 20 minutes. (!) I have two 18" Holmes, both of which slowed down considerably after two seasons, and required disassembly to clean and lubricate the bearings to restore their work ethic to original.
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I'm a shift worker, and a noisy fan helps my sleep, so looks like the Pelonis is a great fit for me. Thanks for the test we didn't think we needed, but grateful you did!
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I used a Vornado for 8 years without issue, constantly on high every night for white noise. Replaced with another Vornado and it's doing the same thing for another 8+ years. Best fans I've had.
Thanks for sharing.
Sitting outside in Houston, TX on July 30th, I had three fans blowing on me. Since fans inevitably get replaced, you better believe I paid close attention to this review. Great job!
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I absolutely love your channel. It has proved to be very useful when I'm looking for a product that you've taken the time to test. Thank you for your efforts to find the best product for all of the jobs around the house and barn. 🙂
Fantastic timing - I'm fed up with our noisy fans and am looking for quieter replacements!
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Thank you for including the averages I appreciate that very much
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We bought many budget fans over the years, and they kept breaking. Now we have 4 Vornado 660s that mostly run 24/7. Our oldest at 5 years old. We have 2 heavy duty Vornados for outdoors. If any of the budget fans break you can trust Vornado, as they back it up with their 5 year warranty.
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I have a Dreo tower fan very quiet and chilly enough, wish you could also check some tower fans since they're usually more quiet than normal fans to see how they compare to the traditional round fans ^^ great video thank you very much!
Bought the Pelonis for the air volume. It’s awesome. Thank you for doing this
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I suggested this! Yay! Although the vornado I have is different and has a remote. But I bought it for the noise and air movement and it rated high on both of those! Exactly what I wanted! Thank you so much! Plus it has a 5year warranty! How about small dehumidifiers? I need to get one for my bathroom. With so many available I’d like to make a good investment.
Thanks for suggesting the video idea.Thanks for sharing!
Can't wait to see the results! Project Farms=BEST consumer channel out there with on point top-notch testing! And what a super cool guy! I bet he'd be an awesome next door neighbor!❤❤
strong second for a video on dehumidifiers. maybe also window AC units while you're at it - you could even make the latter two different ones, for window units and then 'portable' units (the ones with the hose). love your stuff mate.
Thanks for the suggestion.
First off very good and informative video.
I have a few older American made fans. They run great, they’re energy efficient, they are quiet and they far exceed these in airflow power.
Their greatest feature is that they were made in the USA. Believe it or not there are quite a few vendors out there that make original style wiring that is completely safe and modern inside.
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Your video reviews are the best Todd. Out of modern fans the Vornados are the best