If you have pets or humans in the house who regularly knock things over, you might consider a sturdier option that’s closer to the ground, like a floor fan. The Vornado 683 is both small and short, making it a better fit when space is at a premium. However, it’s also the only one without an oscillating function, and must be spun by hand to point the direction you desire.
Three whisper-quiet speeds offer an array of cooling options and the programmable, electronic timer can be set for energy-efficient, nighttime cooling. Widespread oscillation helps cool the largest home spaces and best of all, these features can be easily accessed using the handy remote control. Lasko 18 inch Adjustable Pedestal Fan has a multi-function remote control and a stylish, elegant grill design that blends into the surrounding decor. Pedestal fan has three powerful speed settings, a fan head with adjustable tilt and a wide oscillation sweep that cools even the large areas.
Here we break down the metrics we evaluated and the tests we used to pinpoint the best ones for specific jobs. I found that I stayed the coolest when I had the fan pointed at me as directly as possible. I tried using it at different heights and preferred to keep it at a shorter height so it could fan directly on me as I was laying down. When it was up higher, I could still feel the airflow but didn’t feel like I was staying as cool.
Lasko® 30″ Industrial grade pedestal fan has optional oscillations with three pull-cord controlled powerhouse speeds. Just about every pedestal fan we tested oscillates roughly 90 degrees with the exception of the Vornado 683 which doesn’t oscillate at all but can be twisted on its stand to face any direction. However, the Vornado offers one of the widest pivot ranges, at nearly 90 degrees, whereas most others are closer to degrees at most.
Overall, however, we found this to be a useful fan with a fair range of features and good power for less money than many others, making it a great value option. The powerful Vornado fan I usually use sits comfortably on top of my dresser to avoid taking up floor space. Adding the Lasko pedestal fan into my room was a tight squeeze and did block some of the walking space in my room. A major perk to this Lasko pedestal fan is how customizable it is for any space. Depending on where you need it aimed, it can stand as tall as 4 and a half feet. In no event will Free Delivery benefits be available to you if reside outside the delivery service area of a Participating Beta Test Program Retailer.
If your home includes excitable pets, clumsy children, or ungraceful adults, it’s important to have a sturdy fan that’s less likely to take a fall when bumped. We evaluated fans on their center of balance, weightiness, sturdiness, and other features that help to hold them in place, like rubber feet. Since many of these come with a tiny Lasko Box Fan remote, we also considered extra features as a bonus in this metric. Unfortunately, this heavy gizmo is one of the most wobbly models we tested, literally blowing itself into a backbend at high speeds. For a futuristic-looking fan, it still has the old-school oscillation knob on the unit, with no button to control it remotely.
Despite its small size, the Vornado packs some serious power into its three speeds and works well to circulate air throughout the room. Keep your space at the perfect temperature all day with the optional thermostat function of this Lasko. This Honeywell is a solid fan that’s easy to love, in no small part because of the more-than-fair price point.