Hey Jeff. Thanks for the great video!! I had some other questions. Was there an option to reverse the direction of the fan? If the light burnt out was there a way to replace it?
@@doughankins3996 I doubt it can be reversed. The motor has to spin opposite the direction of the motion to screw it into the socket, or the torque from the fan could loosen it and cause the fan to fall out of the socket. As it is, it should instead tighten into the socket as a result. And since the blades cannot be flipped, the flow can't be reversed by doing so, either. Which is unfortunate, because an option to flip the blades to draw air up instead would be good. That said, it's possible to perhaps put this into the top of a tall floor lamp. In which case it could then pull air upward instead of blowing it downward. But, it would be a bit janky to do so. And he said in the video that there's no way to replace the LEDs inside it. Which, for me is the real problem. 50 bucks, and it's worthless once the LEDs go out? Either they'd best be some decades-long bulbs, or there'd better be a hell of a warranty. If that were the case, then it might actually be worth it.
Maybe be good in a bedroom or apartment that doesn’t have central AC. Maybe even a patio - I have four lights on my patio ceiling that this would be nice for summer
Just went to Walmart and bought one based on this video. It's for the house's "craft room", what was meant to be the formal living room. The highest fan speed is actually pretty darn high. If it lasts a few years, it'll be worth it.
right? I'd pay 75 for one that was made with parts that last/are replaceable. This beats a "real" ceiling fan in installation and cost. You make it last and it's a win win for something like a rental house/apartment.
@@cavitycreep Does that include adding structural support to your ceiling to hold a real ceiling fan? And what about if you're in an apartment or rental home and can't add that support?
@@lookileftpooponyourpage5604 Yep. Unless you're replacing an existing fan that already has support in place, it's a giant pain in the arse. Especially if you have minimal carpentry skills like me.
Me and my sister actually saw this at the store recently. But it is fairly expensive, and we didn't know if it was junk. I told her I'd look it up, and then completely forgot... So its cool that I stumbled across this review.
I have a small storeroom off the carport, maybe 7x21 with two doors and two light fixtures. After watching your video I think they might be the perfect solution for lighting and cooling. There are the same type of sockets in the attic in which these would be handy on those infrequent trips up there during the summer.
I like this. When you consider the current price of a new 16" pedestal fan (which doesn't include lighting) the $50 price tag on this item really doesn't seem that bad. Id definitely buy one priced at $35 to $40. A version that's safe to use outside, say on a covered porch would be even better.
I just saw this on a display at walmart and thought it would be perfect for my stairwell going to the 2nd floor.. Confirmed I want one! The remote is perfect.. I can barely reach to screw a bulb in so I wondered how it would be controlled.
Got one of these for our laundry room and I'm impressed with it. It puts out great airflow and the light isn't bad at all. Good and bright. Def worth it, our laundry room stays pretty hot and then add the dryer going, it can feel like a sauna in there.
What's the noise level at the different fan speeds? Maybe not an issue in the laundry room, but if it was noisy in a room where I am hanging out and reading or watching tv, I probably don't want to be under an helo that's waiting to take off. Thanks.
@@bikeny I don't really hear noise, think more a silent running fan running high. Its nothing annoying at all. Think of a mini desktop fan and that sound.
We just put one in our small quest bedroom. Love it. $50 on Amazon and is same one advertised on tv. Lowe’s sells them on line too but didn’t have one in store. 3 settings on the light and fan cools very well. It is also in my sewing room so adds so much more light than old ceiling light.
Just bought 2 and got them today and installed them just now. The truth they are really awesome and actually has a good light and blows alot of air for how tiny it is. The Remote is a plus and game changer. I recommend this product to anyone.
This would be useful in our laundry room. Our laundry room had a ceramic light socket on the ceiling, and it's the farthest room from the AC, so it gets pretty warm in the summer. It would be nice if the fan would just "come on" when the wall switch is flipped on, as we are only in the laundry room briefly.
Cute little gadget. It seems to preform good for it’s compact size. At under 2 pounds it shouldn’t rip poorly mounted ceiling boxes loose. My only concern are the two tiny screws or rivets that attach the threaded part into the lamp holder. Something that must be inspected when first installing one of these. Thanks for showing this unit. 👍🏻
I'm impressed that you went through the effort to show how to screw in a light bulb. Although I think that anyone that doesn't already know how to do that, probably shouldn't be trusted with this fanlight, or anything else
@@Warp3326 well its kind of hard to find standard size light sockets on fan kits now days, most of them are those tiny candle light sockets which blow regularly, leading to more bulb purchaces
@@Down_Pat OHHH on fan sockets. Yeah thats true. We have like 2 fans in our house that still have normal sized sockets and they are like 15 years old (probably less but just guessing) and they are super good. We got new fans with those tiny sockets and the bulbs go out so fast on them
I think it is a pretty solid product. For $50, you get an led light, fan, remote control, extension piece, and it has great safety settings. As long as it lasts for a year or two, I think you’ve got your money’s worth.
I think it's a really cool product especially if your renting because you can just unscrew it and go to the next place. The $50 price seems a little high but NO complicated installation is required or wiring needed to add a fan to a room - some people do NOT want to try to install a full ceiling fan due to the wiring. The other thing missing from this product is the reverse feature that every standard ceiling fan offers for winter time air circulation! Still overall I think it's a good product based on this video.
That is really neat :) For what it is, I don't think the price is all that bad. Certainly cheaper than a full-on ceiling fan. Especially when you consider that you have to swap in a proper electrical box to install it, which most people would pay an electrician to do.
I think I could use this with a portable/plug-in socket, for when I need to work on something and to stay cool. But for $50... yeah, they'll have to come down some, first. Thanks for the review!
I'm waiting for something like a 15-20% off coupon for Home Depot (where I first saw this). They send those out a couple of times a year if you have their credit card. I'd pay $40 if it works.
Interesting gizmo. It could probably help with circulating central heat and air around a room. For anyone reading this, its not particularly hard to install a ceiling fan if you already have a light fixture this would work on. Pretty straightforward, don't let it intimidate you. I'm sure there are plenty of videos that can walk you through an install.
Thank you for doing this review! I’m definitely buying a few of these. The size, for where I’d want it to be, is perfect. The smallest ceiling fans were too big! And, I got plenty of sockets that I had only light bulbs screwed into that are installed on the ceiling already so it’s almost too good to be true that someone e actually came up with making these! Again, thank you for your review. It was simple, easy to follow and to the point.
Terri Lynn Webb, They are fantastic for small spaces, I have the original one from 35 years ago the only difference is that mine does not have a light. So I'm getting this one for the bathroom because it gets very hot in the summer.
Thanks for doing the review. I would use it. I am with you, thought it should cost less too. Wonder why it couldn't be used in the carport, and be left out there?
Thank you for the thorough review! I am considering hanging this from an anchor point of a drop ceiling tile in a rented room. (Steel wire, caribeaner, zip ties and a light socket on a cord..... Like I said, considering it. lol) The information here has been very helpful.
Hi Jeff the fan blades have a sharp pitch to them so they don't have to be so big they pull more air. 👍🏻✨ actually it is a good fan for the price it cost $50 because it's well-built and it'll last a long time so it actually is worth the $50
These actually look pretty nice and super convenient for people who live in apartments and can't just change fixtures to install a regular ceiling fan.
This is awesome is exactly what I’m looking for. I live in an apartment now that has two ceiling fans, but I am moving to an apartment that has no ceiling fans. This is going to be perfect. Thank you.
They had something similar back in the late 80's called a socket fan. Was just a small three bladed fan that screwed into a light socket just like this fan. And it was only $5.00. Nice to see this come back with a light, but the price is way too high for what it is. I think you are right, about $25 - $30 is a fair price. Not $50- $60
This thing is great for small bedrooms, especially older houses that you don’t wanna do any extra work to or rewire anything to screw it into the old socket and turn it on
Perfect for Bathroom, laundry room, walk in closet. Keep in mind a regular 16" fan is already $25+, so for this including a remote, lighting the room brightly , saving you floor space, saving you can installation, allowing a fan in a tough install location, etc, $50 I think is fair, and Jeff even says he's surprised with both the light and air this produces.
I bought 2 of them and in bedroom it works fine fan blows really hard and light is really bright and I like both of them !! They really impressed me on how good it move air in the rooms really great so ya I would get 3 more for other rooms thanks for the hock up with them !!!!!💯👍👍
Your use was perfect. Maybe for a small space attic ,pantry walk in closets etc or cheaper then an electrician if you don't want to convert light to a fan
This is more like circulation for the ac air in the house. Helps with spread the cold air throughout. Without putting to much of a work load on the ac unit.
I wish I had seen this before I installed the fanlight in my kitchen. It would have been the perfect size. And it looks like it produces the light level I was looking for. What I put in is still inadequate. I have fanlights in every room. The next time one goes out, this will be my choice. I would pay $50 for this. It provides all the functionality I need, and you can't beat the ease of installation. A single socket is much easier to install than a traditional fanlight.
I could see this product in a storage shed. I have a 20x12 shed out back and there are sockets in the ceiling, but with the pitch theres not a lot of room for long fan blades. this would be a great way to get air flow if you were outside looking for something in storage and it was the middle of summer.
That is cool, would have been nice to have this over ten years ago, when i had housing with no air conditioner, although i may have not been able to afford it back then. Thank you for sharing your review, i think it is a cool gadget and no doubt will help people.
I've been looking at this for use in my small shed. I'm using one of those uber-bright LED lights now, so it needs to both move air plus be bright enough to replace that bright light. (My shed would be considered "inside" but not A/C controlled)
I’m interested in this because my Son plays his “gaming” system in his room and his room is always hot as heck! Gonna try this out! FANTASTIC COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW! Thank you 😊
Well hope your son didn't spend all his time in the gaming room.. hope he gets outside interact with people instead of possibly being recluse in home.. the good idea to go out get some air unless it's super hot outside
this is a nice idea but For $50 you could get a basic ceiling fan that would last for years have better build quality and you wouldn’t have to deal with losing the remote.. also this product is most likely cheaply made and would only last a year or so considering the fan and light have no ventilation ports a fan definitely needs ventilation for it’s motor . If it were priced lower I would consider getting it as a novelty but you can still get a cheep desk fan with a light for around $20
Bell and Howell makes some really good stuff I’ve never seen this before until now I’m now wondering where I would be able to use one it’s definitely cool
Jeff, thank you for introducing me to this fan. Just bought one and it is 'fan'tastic! You helped me solve a problem I've been trying to resolve for 14 years! Installed it in the upstairs hallway where all the hot air is in the summer. Thanks so much again.
I think the longer the the blades the more the flutter of the fan.. it probably might unsrew itself from the socket. Hopefully the blades are spinning in the opposite direction to tighten itself into the socket. Find find out Jeff thanks
I actually like it. Even for the house. It would help with keeping you light bill down running the air conditioner. It wouldn't have to work as hard. The price isn't really all that bad not really. I'd buy it. Good for people who know nothing about installing fans too ,like myself lol. Much respect.
I saw a different model similar to this fan at Menards, and was considering it. Im hesitating at buying one, because the unit i saw, requires a fixture that can support 300 watts or higher, as it requires a fixture that is equivalent to 300 watts. For traditional incandescent light bulbs, the highest i saw for regular fixtures was a 3 way bulb, with 150 watts at the highest setting. 2 of my floor lamps are 3 way fixtues, and support at the highest setting, 150 watts. Thats what is preventing me from buying one right now.
that 150 watt rating is for heat that an old fashion bulb might create. The wiring behind that socket will handle quite a bit more and the circuit will be at least 15 amps.
Interesting product. As an electrician, since there doesn't appear to be any way to "secure" the device, other than by tightening it in the screw shell of the socket, my only concern would be the possibility that vibration over time may cause the fan and or the extension to in fact unscrew itself from the keyless socket or the like. Surely, the directions warn the buyer to periodically check the tightness of the fan stem, especially at higher ceiling applications. Nothing like having a whirling 2 pound anvil come flying out of the ceiling. 😮 Ouch!
I wonder if they make something like this for houses that don't have overhead light sockets. Some houses actually don't have overhead lighting and you have to use lamps in every room. It would have to have a mounting hook to attach it to the ceiling and a very long cord to plug it into a wall outlet. Does anything like that exist?
The problem is that most home ceiling light bulbs are set sideways inside of the globe, so this won't work for many people, unfortunately, despite it being a great idea.
This thing looks so handy for our basement! It's not finished and all of the lights are just bare bulbs in ceiling sockets. This would be perfect down there!!!
About 25 years ago I picked up my contractor who I worked with. He threw out one of these when we finish the project will be doing.. It worked it I small about 6inch blade it was vibrating a little too much, l feared it could probably losen enough to fly out of the socket.. some sockets are connected to the end of a say 3" hollow tube with threads at the end to screw into the base of the square junction box in the ceiling. . there are other single light sockets that are grommented to a 1 1/4 wide cross bar that gets screwed into the junction box in the ceiling we're all the bx cable wires go into it from the sides and then comes down in the on the Square junction where you can connect a single socket for multiple light fixture.. hoping this Bell & Howell fan is screwed in the opposite direction to where the fan will be spinning thick with the vibration it might very well unscrew itself from the socket. If that happens will be an identified flying object coming down on you. Jeff could your test this and see if the fan is spinnning in the same direction where's unscrew itself?
Perfect item. For people that can’t put a fan in a room without tearing everything up, nice. I think with the remote and the tech in it, no way you’d get it for $20. Will grab one soon
I think a person with a 3D printer would make a killing printing much larger blades; assuming you don’t overwhelm the motor. Also in a work room or home gym room would be a huge blessing.
I think the big issue is overwhelming the socket. This is likely only possible because LEDs have left unused capacity in sockets designed for more energy intensive light bulbs.
@@obits3 There should be no limit besides your circuit load, which in a home is typically 1500W. _Obviously_ disregarding heat from a light or something, there's a reason they tell you not to put more than a 60W bulb in there. And this tiny thing is what 27 watts?
I have four recessed lights that I absolutely hate in my bedroom and it’s the hottest room in the house. I’d much rather have these little ceiling fans, so I may just given them a try! :)
There seems to be 2 versions of this. The one you have with a 3500 kelvin LED bulb at $50.00..? Your amazon link goes to one that is a 5000 kelvin LED bulb at $79.95
It would be nice to have one in my hall. It doesn't have good air conditioning and it has the laundry area in a "closet" off it. This would be perfect for the area. Thanks for reviewing this product - in fact introducing me to it.
Really this is great for attics and stuff tbh maybe a laundry room too or a small enclosed porch. It has some use honestly. I love the idea. I want to see bigger ones or 3D printed bigger blades lol
At first I was disappointed with the size but after thinking about the various locations I don't mind it as much. Lol. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
This is actually a really ingenious idea! This will be perfect to keep the air flowing in my basement (no forced air furnace in the house) Thanks for reviewing this! One question, how loud was it on high?
Great review 👏! I think I definitely need 1 of these for my side of the bed because I am entering menopause and the hot flashes are killing me 😂 I've paid around $50 for regular fans so I will wait for this one to be on sale or at least a better price before I get it 👎
I have 2 of them screwed into the ceiling in my garage. It has That type of fixtures in it.. I could use them in my kitchen because my kitchen has recess lighting. The lights were actually brighter than I expected they would be. I have no electricity in my storage building so I got the bright idea of taking one of those outlets that will turn your wall socket into a screw in. Light bulb and put it on an extension cord. It actually worked for a little while if you can find a good made one. The one I bought was rather cheap and it fell apart and my fan hit the floor it still works but the blade was broke so i took the others off because it threw it off kilter if you don't and i use it for mainly light and a little air over. An area but it still works lessen learned the other 2. I got I just hung in my garage.. I can still use the light in it though so I can use it out in my shed so it is what it is 50 bucks is a little steep. I would like to see 2035 at the most. Over all I don't have any issues with it
It puts out as much breeze as a $20 family dollar desk fan, and just as loud, the family dollar dont have a light and you cant put it on the ceiling, but the family dollar desk fan oscilates back and forth.
Buying one right now off of eBay $43.99. I was making my bed and I have a low ceiling and my blanket got caught on the fan blade and broke it right off so I figured I would give it a to try based on your review. Thank you.!!
I love this for people that want a ceiling fan but don't know how to install it or can't because they rent. However I completely agree that it's way overpriced. My gosh you can practically get a real one for the same price. 💕
@@Jeffreviews4u don’t Answer ! You’re avoiding the Problem ! This product is Gouging people’s Pocketbook for these Times of High inflation ! Also can’t be used in high hat Socket at night If have more than one high hat in the room ! So you’re not Saving money on electricity ?
They have plenty of these fans on sites like temu 410 to $12 in different designs as well at that price point you can't lose especially for an office situation or Workshop
I'm a fan collector, and believe it or not this company i believe has been around since the 80s (but probably much older), back then they made a screw in light socket fan that is considerably rare nowadays
Late comment. Locally I can buy a tower fan for $60. So I agree, $50 is high, specially if there is no warranty outside of receipt/return window. $20 is definitely being cheap about it (sorry). $35 would be ideal price point. Do love that safety feature.
For multi settings on the light and fan, $50 isnt that egregious. I think a great scenario would be if you are renting and dont want to install in someone else's property.
The only way this could be useful is if it had a reverse mode. If you use this during warm weather, you want the cool air to be drawn up to the ceiling. What this fan does is blown the warmest air down at you.
You want to run fans in reverse in the winter to draw warm air up ( updraft) and send it back down the walls. In the summer, you want to run it regular to create a windchill effect
I was thinking about the reverse feature, possibly it wasn't included so the light wouldn't loosen in the socket. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
@@Jeffreviews4u i guess they could make the blade ring itself reversible, as in you would take the housing apart flip the blade section over and put it back together. fan spins the same direction but the blade angle would be reversed.
This, I would actually use this actively in my mobile home. This product would be extremely useful due to the fact that I actually have ZERO ceiling fans, and have wanted a ceiling fan but doesn't want to tear up my home to reroute wiring for additional fan switches + no geniune power setups for accessory stuff such as fan motors. literally the only power source in my lights are just for 2 bulbs that share 1 circuit.
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i like it alot. it's simple genius. soo many ideas spawned in my mind from this
My fan has a single socket, double up fan!
@@erukaseven lol. That's awesome!
Hey Jeff. Thanks for the great video!! I had some other questions.
Was there an option to reverse the direction of the fan?
If the light burnt out was there a way to replace it?
@@doughankins3996 I doubt it can be reversed. The motor has to spin opposite the direction of the motion to screw it into the socket, or the torque from the fan could loosen it and cause the fan to fall out of the socket. As it is, it should instead tighten into the socket as a result. And since the blades cannot be flipped, the flow can't be reversed by doing so, either. Which is unfortunate, because an option to flip the blades to draw air up instead would be good.
That said, it's possible to perhaps put this into the top of a tall floor lamp. In which case it could then pull air upward instead of blowing it downward. But, it would be a bit janky to do so.
And he said in the video that there's no way to replace the LEDs inside it. Which, for me is the real problem. 50 bucks, and it's worthless once the LEDs go out? Either they'd best be some decades-long bulbs, or there'd better be a hell of a warranty. If that were the case, then it might actually be worth it.
Imagine putting 4 or 5 of those into the light sockets of a ceiling fan. You could have fans to go with your fans.
yeah, imagine your roof flying away :D
Multi Gooseneck floor lamp.
This was the first thing my Jackass brain thought of 🤣
Yo dawg, I heard you like fans
It would be a drone pssh lol
I can not see this for house, but in the shed or work shop sounds good.
I agree, it's great for the basement. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
Maybe be good in a bedroom or apartment that doesn’t have central AC. Maybe even a patio - I have four lights on my patio ceiling that this would be nice for summer
I wonder if it would be good down my hall..I have two lights and a very long hall
Or garage..
Philly row homes got small rooms upstairs it would probably work ok
Just went to Walmart and bought one based on this video. It's for the house's "craft room", what was meant to be the formal living room. The highest fan speed is actually pretty darn high. If it lasts a few years, it'll be worth it.
Is it quiet enough to sleep under it
@@aguiristante it would be for me. It's much quieter than the 'Vornado' fan. No problem hearing a conversation or television in the same room.
Can you change out the light bulb? I thought he said in the video that you can't. Thanks.
@@annwithaplan9766 Its LED so it should last for years and years.
@@annwithaplan9766 Nope. And the light burned out before the year was out.
From time to time there actually is a useful „as seen on TV“ product.
Nice review.
Lol... this is true. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
this is not the one, this is a broken light socket waiting to happen
If it lasts, $50 is totally worth it. If it goes out after a few months, then not worth it. Would love to see a long term review on it!
right? I'd pay 75 for one that was made with parts that last/are replaceable. This beats a "real" ceiling fan in installation and cost. You make it last and it's a win win for something like a rental house/apartment.
You can get a real ceiling fan for that price
@@cavitycreep Does that include adding structural support to your ceiling to hold a real ceiling fan? And what about if you're in an apartment or rental home and can't add that support?
@@lookileftpooponyourpage5604 Yep. Unless you're replacing an existing fan that already has support in place, it's a giant pain in the arse. Especially if you have minimal carpentry skills like me.
Some Reviews on Amazon say it lasted couple months then died.
Me and my sister actually saw this at the store recently. But it is fairly expensive, and we didn't know if it was junk. I told her I'd look it up, and then completely forgot... So its cool that I stumbled across this review.
Cool that you get along with your sister
Yeah, I was interested until I saw the price. Figured i had better do a little research first.
Remember to thank the algorithm. It’s always listening so it knows what to recommend you next. 🙏
@@UltraGamma25 why would they not get along with their sister? not everyone comes from a dysfunctional family. 🤨
I’m pretty sure that your phone heard your conversation about this fan, put this in your algorithm….
They’ are always listening ..:-)
1984 I wanted to build this !!! Ceiling fans were all the rage back then and a lot of homes still had a basic light socket in the ceiling.
I had this idea too! It was in the 90s though.
I want to buy one, make it fall out and sue the company.
Yeah i dont think houses have light sockets any more like that
@Janelle__R many have recessed can lights, with the extension piece it makes a good fit. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 🙂
I have a small storeroom off the carport, maybe 7x21 with two doors and two light fixtures. After watching your video I think they might be the perfect solution for lighting and cooling. There are the same type of sockets in the attic in which these would be handy on those infrequent trips up there during the summer.
I like this. When you consider the current price of a new 16" pedestal fan (which doesn't include lighting) the $50 price tag on this item really doesn't seem that bad. Id definitely buy one priced at $35 to $40. A version that's safe to use outside, say on a covered porch would be even better.
Current price at home depot on a 42" basic ceiling fan is 30 bucks and 35 bucks for a 42" ceiling fan at walmart.
@@greenspiraldragon depends on where you live, our home dp wants around $100 for a decent 16" fan with no lights.
A covered porch would be considered indoors in this instance I’m sure
@@larsonfamilyhouse it isn’t, humidity is far greater in those places compared to indoors
@@Br1cht it's also outside with like 1 wall lol
I just saw this on a display at walmart and thought it would be perfect for my stairwell going to the 2nd floor.. Confirmed I want one! The remote is perfect.. I can barely reach to screw a bulb in so I wondered how it would be controlled.
Got one of these for our laundry room and I'm impressed with it. It puts out great airflow and the light isn't bad at all. Good and bright. Def worth it, our laundry room stays pretty hot and then add the dryer going, it can feel like a sauna in there.
What's the noise level at the different fan speeds? Maybe not an issue in the laundry room, but if it was noisy in a room where I am hanging out and reading or watching tv, I probably don't want to be under an helo that's waiting to take off. Thanks.
@@bikeny I don't really hear noise, think more a silent running fan running high. Its nothing annoying at all. Think of a mini desktop fan and that sound.
We just put one in our small quest bedroom. Love it. $50 on Amazon and is same one advertised on tv. Lowe’s sells them on line too but didn’t have one in store. 3 settings on the light and fan cools very well. It is also in my sewing room so adds so much more light than old ceiling light.
The fan does not vibrate a lot like my bedroom one so that is great. Highly recommend so far.
Just bought 2 and got them today and installed them just now. The truth they are really awesome and actually has a good light and blows alot of air for how tiny it is. The Remote is a plus and game changer. I recommend this product to anyone.
Very cool. Thanks for sharing your experience! 👍
I bought one off Amazon and it’s probably the best thing I have bought!!! Had it for two years and it’s still Gucci :)
Very cool. Thanks for sharing your experience 😃 👍
This would be useful in our laundry room. Our laundry room had a ceramic light socket on the ceiling, and it's the farthest room from the AC, so it gets pretty warm in the summer.
It would be nice if the fan would just "come on" when the wall switch is flipped on, as we are only in the laundry room briefly.
just install a vent fan close to light fixture to remove the heat $30 total
I LOVE IT. At a lower price point I can think of at least 4 places I’d use it
Ooh wow! Thanks for this comment. I’m need of a new light in my laundry room and I think I might get one of these,
Well that's how the light works. Maybe the fan does too.
It'll at least be easy to turn off.
Cute little gadget. It seems to preform good for it’s compact size. At under 2 pounds it shouldn’t rip poorly mounted ceiling boxes loose. My only concern are the two tiny screws or rivets that attach the threaded part into the lamp holder. Something that must be inspected when first installing one of these. Thanks for showing this unit. 👍🏻
I'm impressed that you went through the effort to show how to screw in a light bulb. Although I think that anyone that doesn't already know how to do that, probably shouldn't be trusted with this fanlight, or anything else
Bro c'mon.
Yeah because e dryo e is an electrician and is comfortable working f with electricity and that is so comparable to this product. /facepalm
@@Gkitchens1 XD
They are out there you wouldn't believe how helpless some are nowdays
If I had sockets like this, I would put it on my wish list.
I put one in my can light. Worked pretty well with the extension. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
Shocks me how many ppl dont have regular bulb sockets. We have a ton in our basement
@@Warp3326 well its kind of hard to find standard size light sockets on fan kits now days, most of them are those tiny candle light sockets which blow regularly, leading to more bulb purchaces
@@Down_Pat OHHH on fan sockets. Yeah thats true. We have like 2 fans in our house that still have normal sized sockets and they are like 15 years old (probably less but just guessing) and they are super good. We got new fans with those tiny sockets and the bulbs go out so fast on them
You open a wormhole to another dimension.
I think it is a pretty solid product. For $50, you get an led light, fan, remote control, extension piece, and it has great safety settings. As long as it lasts for a year or two, I think you’ve got your money’s worth.
$30 seems fair, but $50 is ridiculous.
back when i was growing up, things were built to last a lifetime. its sad that by todays standards we accept a year or 2 as a standard.
Okay but the real question is. What happens when you screw this into a ceiling fan light socket. 🤔
We need answers
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That sounds like a Tik Tok.
Lol...that brings on a whole new level. Funny thing is I tried it in my ceiling fan just for fun. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
@@Jeffreviews4u. WELL????????
I think it's a really cool product especially if your renting because you can just unscrew it and go to the next place. The $50 price seems a little high but NO complicated installation is required or wiring needed to add a fan to a room - some people do NOT want to try to install a full ceiling fan due to the wiring. The other thing missing from this product is the reverse feature that every standard ceiling fan offers for winter time air circulation! Still overall I think it's a good product based on this video.
That is really neat :) For what it is, I don't think the price is all that bad. Certainly cheaper than a full-on ceiling fan. Especially when you consider that you have to swap in a proper electrical box to install it, which most people would pay an electrician to do.
Those ceiling fans also need a stablizing bar put in to keep the darn thing from rocking around and falling from the ceiling.
I think I could use this with a portable/plug-in socket, for when I need to work on something and to stay cool. But for $50... yeah, they'll have to come down some, first. Thanks for the review!
I'm waiting for something like a 15-20% off coupon for Home Depot (where I first saw this). They send those out a couple of times a year if you have their credit card. I'd pay $40 if it works.
Interesting gizmo. It could probably help with circulating central heat and air around a room. For anyone reading this, its not particularly hard to install a ceiling fan if you already have a light fixture this would work on. Pretty straightforward, don't let it intimidate you. I'm sure there are plenty of videos that can walk you through an install.
Yeah is the light box fan rated? Or would you like the fan to fall on your head?
Damn. I love products like this because they're so clever, but I hate them because I'm always like, "why didn't I think of this?!"
Lol. I feel the same way sometimes. Haha. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment 🙂 👍
That's where I'm at. I'm almost angry at how obvious this product is lol
Trueeee
I’m just like that when I make avatars or drawings
Socket fans have been around since the 90s. These here really take the concept to an actual product.
Thank you for doing this review! I’m definitely buying a few of these. The size, for where I’d want it to be, is perfect. The smallest ceiling fans were too big! And, I got plenty of sockets that I had only light bulbs screwed into that are installed on the ceiling already so it’s almost too good to be true that someone e actually came up with making these! Again, thank you for your review. It was simple, easy to follow and to the point.
As I have been using it, it is pretty convenient. I have a few other spots I'd like to install one. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
Terri Lynn Webb,
They are fantastic for small spaces, I have the original one from 35 years ago the only difference is that mine does not have a light. So I'm getting this one for the bathroom because it gets very hot in the summer.
Thanks for doing the review. I would use it. I am with you, thought it should cost less too. Wonder why it couldn't be used in the carport, and be left out there?
I want one of these for my shower room to help circulate air after showering! :D
Really nice review! This socket fan is perfect for renters who are not doing electrical work and are going to take the fan with them.
Thank you for the thorough review!
I am considering hanging this from an anchor point of a drop ceiling tile in a rented room. (Steel wire, caribeaner, zip ties and a light socket on a cord..... Like I said, considering it. lol)
The information here has been very helpful.
Hi Jeff the fan blades have a sharp pitch to them so they don't have to be so big they pull more air. 👍🏻✨ actually it is a good fan for the price it cost $50 because it's well-built and it'll last a long time so it actually is worth the $50
I love how you explained everything about the fan. It's great to see someone show how seen on TV items work. I agree it's too much money.
These actually look pretty nice and super convenient for people who live in apartments and can't just change fixtures to install a regular ceiling fan.
This is awesome is exactly what I’m looking for. I live in an apartment now that has two ceiling fans, but I am moving to an apartment that has no ceiling fans. This is going to be perfect. Thank you.
I want to see an outdoor one! That looked like it made a great porch light!
They make big rechargeable fans. They are pretty ugly though.
if its a covered porch then it could be used there. just change back to light for winter if you have winter.
We sell this at Lowes, it's definitely a niche item. I don't have anywhere I could use in my house. But it is kind of cool though.
They had something similar back in the late 80's called a socket fan. Was just a small three bladed fan that screwed into a light socket just like this fan. And it was only $5.00. Nice to see this come back with a light, but the price is way too high for what it is. I think you are right, about $25 - $30 is a fair price. Not $50- $60
This thing is great for small bedrooms, especially older houses that you don’t wanna do any extra work to or rewire anything to screw it into the old socket and turn it on
Perfect for Bathroom, laundry room, walk in closet. Keep in mind a regular 16" fan is already $25+, so for this including a remote, lighting the room brightly , saving you floor space, saving you can installation, allowing a fan in a tough install location, etc, $50 I think is fair, and Jeff even says he's surprised with both the light and air this produces.
I bought 2 of them and in bedroom it works fine fan blows really hard and light is really bright and I like both of them !! They really impressed me on how good it move air in the rooms really great so ya I would get 3 more for other rooms thanks for the hock up with them !!!!!💯👍👍
Great review! This is perfect for a tight spot in my home with poor air circulation. I bought one online from Wal-Mart after watching your review.
Your use was perfect. Maybe for a small space attic ,pantry walk in closets etc or cheaper then an electrician if you don't want to convert light to a fan
I pick one of these up and I'm surprise how much air it moves and how bright it is
This is more like circulation for the ac air in the house. Helps with spread the cold air throughout. Without putting to much of a work load on the ac unit.
I like the security camera that mounts in a light socket too.
I've seen those, haven't had a chance to try one. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
I wish I had seen this before I installed the fanlight in my kitchen. It would have been the perfect size. And it looks like it produces the light level I was looking for. What I put in is still inadequate. I have fanlights in every room. The next time one goes out, this will be my choice.
I would pay $50 for this. It provides all the functionality I need, and you can't beat the ease of installation. A single socket is much easier to install than a traditional fanlight.
Even 35.00 wouldn’t be bad. The remote is pretty cool. (Would buy one.)
I agree. $35 would be a much better price! Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
I could see this product in a storage shed. I have a 20x12 shed out back and there are sockets in the ceiling, but with the pitch theres not a lot of room for long fan blades. this would be a great way to get air flow if you were outside looking for something in storage and it was the middle of summer.
That is cool, would have been nice to have this over ten years ago, when i had housing with no air conditioner, although i may have not been able to afford it back then. Thank you for sharing your review, i think it is a cool gadget and no doubt will help people.
I agree, pretty neat item. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
Looks good for garage or basement. Getting 1 to try out in my workshop. Would be nice to have a fan without giving up any floor or counter space
I've been looking at this for use in my small shed. I'm using one of those uber-bright LED lights now, so it needs to both move air plus be bright enough to replace that bright light. (My shed would be considered "inside" but not A/C controlled)
Actually looks like a decent option for my garage, might have to put one over my work bench.
I’m interested in this because my Son plays his “gaming” system in his room and his room is always hot as heck! Gonna try this out! FANTASTIC COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW! Thank you 😊
Glad you liked it! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment 🙂 👍
Well hope your son didn't spend all his time in the gaming room.. hope he gets outside interact with people instead of possibly being recluse in home.. the good idea to go out get some air unless it's super hot outside
For 50 bucks id say you got a very nice deal. It exceeded way beyond expectation. It was super bright and the wind force was exceptional.
I wonder if someone has considered 3D printing some longer blades for this unit. Seems plausible depending upon the wind drag created by running it.
this is a nice idea but For $50 you could get a basic ceiling fan that would last for years have better build quality and you wouldn’t have to deal with losing the remote.. also this product is most likely cheaply made and would only last a year or so considering the fan and light have no ventilation ports a fan definitely needs ventilation for it’s motor . If it were priced lower I would consider getting it as a novelty but you can still get a cheep desk fan with a light for around $20
@@clancuthbertson5860 Burn the motor and reduce wind force lol
Just saw the commercial for this for the first time, excellent idea and invention!!
I agree...pretty neat. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment 🙂 👍
Bell and Howell makes some really good stuff I’ve never seen this before until now I’m now wondering where I would be able to use one it’s definitely cool
Jeff, thank you for introducing me to this fan. Just bought one and it is 'fan'tastic! You helped me solve a problem I've been trying to resolve for 14 years! Installed it in the upstairs hallway where all the hot air is in the summer.
Thanks so much again.
I think the longer the the blades the more the flutter of the fan.. it probably might unsrew itself from the socket. Hopefully the blades are spinning in the opposite direction to tighten itself into the socket. Find find out Jeff thanks
Yea but it can get so tight it strips the threads too
I actually like it. Even for the house. It would help with keeping you light bill down running the air conditioner. It wouldn't have to work as hard. The price isn't really all that bad not really. I'd buy it. Good for people who know nothing about installing fans too ,like myself lol. Much respect.
Thought it was a great idea. The weight was my only concern. Not now. Thanks sir
Happy to help. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
I saw a different model similar to this fan at Menards, and was considering it. Im hesitating at buying one, because the unit i saw, requires a fixture that can support 300 watts or higher, as it requires a fixture that is equivalent to 300 watts. For traditional incandescent light bulbs, the highest i saw for regular fixtures was a 3 way bulb, with 150 watts at the highest setting. 2 of my floor lamps are 3 way fixtues, and support at the highest setting, 150 watts. Thats what is preventing me from buying one right now.
that 150 watt rating is for heat that an old fashion bulb might create. The wiring behind that socket will handle quite a bit more and the circuit will be at least 15 amps.
also the weight rating of the socket matters most. if its well built it should be fine. what i seen on the box it says it requires a E26 socket.
For the price, it looks very good , a big plus is instalation, no need for an Electrian , or special skills
. And it's portability,
This is true... very convenient. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
This is a really clever idea! I like it! I could see putting one in my garage workshop, actually!
Interesting product. As an electrician, since there doesn't appear to be any way to "secure" the device, other than by tightening it in the screw shell of the socket, my only concern would be the possibility that vibration over time may cause the fan and or the extension to in fact unscrew itself from the keyless socket or the like. Surely, the directions warn the buyer to periodically check the tightness of the fan stem, especially at higher ceiling applications. Nothing like having a whirling 2 pound anvil come flying out of the ceiling. 😮 Ouch!
I wonder if they make something like this for houses that don't have overhead light sockets. Some houses actually don't have overhead lighting and you have to use lamps in every room. It would have to have a mounting hook to attach it to the ceiling and a very long cord to plug it into a wall outlet. Does anything like that exist?
Thank you for the review I think I may put a couple of these in my basement just to help with air circulation on those humid days
The problem is that most home ceiling light bulbs are set sideways inside of the globe, so this won't work for many people, unfortunately, despite it being a great idea.
This is the problem I currently have in my kitchen, bathroom and bedroom…all the places I would think of putting this!
You can change the fixture to a single socket.
This thing looks so handy for our basement! It's not finished and all of the lights are just bare bulbs in ceiling sockets. This would be perfect down there!!!
I'm kinda worried that it might damage the light socket. Between the weight and the motion...
About 25 years ago I picked up my contractor who I worked with. He threw out one of these when we finish the project will be doing.. It worked it I small about 6inch blade it was vibrating a little too much, l feared it could probably losen enough to fly out of the socket.. some sockets are connected to the end of a say 3" hollow tube with threads at the end to screw into the base of the square junction box in the ceiling. . there are other single light sockets that are grommented to a 1 1/4 wide cross bar that gets screwed into the junction box in the ceiling we're all the bx cable wires go into it from the sides and then comes down in the on the Square junction where you can connect a single socket for multiple light fixture.. hoping this Bell & Howell fan is screwed in the opposite direction to where the fan will be spinning thick with the vibration it might very well unscrew itself from the socket. If that happens will be an identified flying object coming down on you. Jeff could your test this and see if the fan is spinnning in the same direction where's unscrew itself?
Perfect item. For people that can’t put a fan in a room without tearing everything up, nice. I think with the remote and the tech in it, no way you’d get it for $20. Will grab one soon
I haven't been this impressed since I stepped out of the shower dripping wet. Actually pretty COoL.
Lol. Too funny. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment 🙂 👍
I'd totally use it in my workshop, but OMG not for $50!
I bought one to try it, and it works great no wobble or anything.
I think a person with a 3D printer would make a killing printing much larger blades; assuming you don’t overwhelm the motor. Also in a work room or home gym room would be a huge blessing.
I think the big issue is overwhelming the socket. This is likely only possible because LEDs have left unused capacity in sockets designed for more energy intensive light bulbs.
@@obits3 There should be no limit besides your circuit load, which in a home is typically 1500W. _Obviously_ disregarding heat from a light or something, there's a reason they tell you not to put more than a 60W bulb in there. And this tiny thing is what 27 watts?
Im headed out to buy a few of these..should be great for rv,workshop,well house,barn or garage..im all in!
Saw this infomercial today, the price is now for $80. You got a deal! Lol
See if you can find it at Walmart... they still have it for $50. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
@@Jeffreviews4usounds like a walmart affiliate link opportunity
I have four recessed lights that I absolutely hate in my bedroom and it’s the hottest room in the house. I’d much rather have these little ceiling fans, so I may just given them a try! :)
There seems to be 2 versions of this. The one you have with a 3500 kelvin LED bulb at $50.00..?
Your amazon link goes to one that is a 5000 kelvin LED bulb at $79.95
Looks like Amazon sells both versions at the same price, I was able to get mine at Walmart for $50. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
It would be nice to have one in my hall. It doesn't have good air conditioning and it has the laundry area in a "closet" off it. This would be perfect for the area. Thanks for reviewing this product - in fact introducing me to it.
Really this is great for attics and stuff tbh maybe a laundry room too or a small enclosed porch. It has some use honestly. I love the idea. I want to see bigger ones or 3D printed bigger blades lol
At first I was disappointed with the size but after thinking about the various locations I don't mind it as much. Lol. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
Needed this 10 years ago😢
Lol. I agree. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 🙂
This is actually a really ingenious idea! This will be perfect to keep the air flowing in my basement (no forced air furnace in the house)
Thanks for reviewing this!
One question, how loud was it on high?
I found it amusing when you said it was over priced, I thought the exact opposite!
Lol...I guess I'm cheap. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
Great review 👏! I think I definitely need 1 of these for my side of the bed because I am entering menopause and the hot flashes are killing me 😂 I've paid around $50 for regular fans so I will wait for this one to be on sale or at least a better price before I get it 👎
Try a neck air conditioner, they really work. It cools you where you really need it, your neck and head.
Just get a desk fan that isn't exposed blades they are like 25$
I have 2 of them screwed into the ceiling in my garage. It has That type of fixtures in it..
I could use them in my kitchen because my kitchen has recess lighting. The lights were actually brighter than I expected they would be.
I have no electricity in my storage building so I got the bright idea of taking one of those outlets that will turn your wall socket into a screw in. Light bulb and put it on an extension cord. It actually worked for a little while if you can find a good made one. The one I bought was rather cheap and it fell apart and my fan hit the floor it still works but the blade was broke so i took the others off because it threw it off kilter if you don't and i use it for mainly light and a little air over. An area but it still works lessen learned the other 2. I got I just hung in my garage.. I can still use the light in it though so I can use it out in my shed so it is what it is 50 bucks is a little steep. I would like to see 2035 at the most. Over all I don't have any issues with it
It puts out as much breeze as a $20 family dollar desk fan, and just as loud, the family dollar dont have a light and you cant put it on the ceiling, but the family dollar desk fan oscilates back and forth.
Buying one right now off of eBay $43.99. I was making my bed and I have a low ceiling and my blanket got caught on the fan blade and broke it right off so I figured I would give it a to try based on your review. Thank you.!!
I love this for people that want a ceiling fan but don't know how to install it or can't because they rent. However I completely agree that it's way overpriced. My gosh you can practically get a real one for the same price. 💕
I agree, it is pretty convenient! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment 🙂 👍
@@Jeffreviews4u don’t Answer ! You’re avoiding the Problem ! This product is Gouging people’s Pocketbook for these Times of High inflation ! Also can’t be used in high hat Socket at night If have more than one high hat in the room ! So you’re not Saving money on electricity ?
Ebay is your friend. 44.00 on there.
Usually a new product that comes out on the market is priced high but will come down eventually
@@ironmartysharpe8293 ... wait a year and late night TV will have a "buy one, get one free" deal.
They have plenty of these fans on sites like temu 410 to $12 in different designs as well at that price point you can't lose especially for an office situation or Workshop
I'm wondering what the noise level on that fan is like. Normally fans with small blades that spin fast to make a lot of wind are also pretty noisy.
I was wondering the same thing. Can't believe you didn't get an answer.
I'm a fan collector, and believe it or not this company i believe has been around since the 80s (but probably much older), back then they made a screw in light socket fan that is considerably rare nowadays
They really need to make an outdoor rated version as well
Thats slick, i might pickup a few of these for the basement just to circulate the air.
If you have the lights off does the fan works specially in a room to cool off the room at night when you don’t have any lights on does it works
The switch needs to be on, and you can manually (with the remote) turn off the light and just have the fan on. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
Late comment. Locally I can buy a tower fan for $60. So I agree, $50 is high, specially if there is no warranty outside of receipt/return window. $20 is definitely being cheap about it (sorry). $35 would be ideal price point. Do love that safety feature.
For multi settings on the light and fan, $50 isnt that egregious. I think a great scenario would be if you are renting and dont want to install in someone else's property.
Depending on how much air that thing moves and the longevity of it maybe worth it tho a lowered price is always appreciated.
The only way this could be useful is if it had a reverse mode. If you use this during warm weather, you want the cool air to be drawn up to the ceiling. What this fan does is blown the warmest air down at you.
You want to run fans in reverse in the winter to draw warm air up ( updraft) and send it back down the walls. In the summer, you want to run it regular to create a windchill effect
Living in Florida, nobody would want the fan to run in reverse. And with this fan having a screwed in fan work in reverse wouldn't be a good idea.
I was thinking about the reverse feature, possibly it wasn't included so the light wouldn't loosen in the socket. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍
Reverse mode would probable make it come unscrewed from the socket.
@@Jeffreviews4u i guess they could make the blade ring itself reversible, as in you would take the housing apart flip the blade section over and put it back together. fan spins the same direction but the blade angle would be reversed.
This, I would actually use this actively in my mobile home. This product would be extremely useful due to the fact that I actually have ZERO ceiling fans, and have wanted a ceiling fan but doesn't want to tear up my home to reroute wiring for additional fan switches + no geniune power setups for accessory stuff such as fan motors. literally the only power source in my lights are just for 2 bulbs that share 1 circuit.