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Vornado 660 AE Large Whole Room Works with Alexa Air Circulator Fan with 4 Speeds, Black, A Certified for Humans Device

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Brand Vornado
Color Black
Electric fan design Table Fan
Power Source Corded Electric
Style 660 AE - Alexa Enabled
Product Dimensions 11.8"D x 13.5"W x 15"H
Room Type Laundry Room, Dorm Room, Kitchen, Bedroom, Home Office
Special Feature Adjustable Tilt, Alexa Enabled
Noise Level 54 dB
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Floor Mount
Controller Type
voice
Material
Chrome, Plastic
Number of Speeds
4

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  • POWERFUL VORTEX ACTION — Utilizes Vornado's signature Vortex air circulation to more effectively move air throughout the entire room..Wattage: 54.7 watts
  • CERTIFIED FOR HUMANS — Smart home made easy for non-experts. Setup with Alexa is simple.
  • SIMPLE CONTROLS — The 4-speed push-button controls are easy to use and are conveniently located on the top of the circulator. Take control of your home comfort using your voice or your smartphone or tablet via the Alexa app.
  • OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE — Deep-pitched blades paired with an inlet guide cone, enclosed air duct, and spiral grill help move air up to 100 feet, and a stylish chrome glide bar that provides multi-directional airflow.
  • SUPERIOR SUPPORT — When you choose a Vornado fan, you’re investing in superior performance and design that will deliver total satisfaction. If not, we’ll replace it, for 5 years. Supported by a customer service team based in Andover, KS.
  • Built to meet U.S. voltage requirements. Certified, safety-tested, and warrantied for use only in the U.S.
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Vornado 660 AE Air Circulator fan with Alexa

Vornado’s new suite of Alexa enabled products allows you to take control of your home comfort using your voice or your smartphone or tablet via the Alexa app. Contrasting high gloss and textured finishes create a modern, yet understated look that fits a variety of décor. The chrome glide bar is not only chic, but also allows the user full control of the direction of airflow, effortlessly adjusting a full 90º. No more knobs - sleek, unobtrusive push button controls offer low, medium, high and turbo speed settings. The 660 is engineered to be simple to use and maintain.

"Alexa, turn on my Vornado."

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Key Features

Push button controls

Direct the air where you need it.

The 660 AE fluidly tilts between horizontal and vertical airflow positions along a stylish chrome glide bar. Push-button controls allow you to select among four speed settings ranging from whisper-quiet to turbo.

Alexa enabled

Packed with power.

The 660 AE has enough power to keep your home comfortable — and more. Deep-pitched blades paired with an inlet guide cone, enclosed air duct, and spiral grill help move air up to 100 ft.

Lifestyle

Control the fan from anywhere.

Take control of your home comfort using your voice or your smartphone or tablet via the Alexa app. Turn the circulator on/off or adjust the speed settings from wherever you are.

*Echo dot not included.

Vortex action

Circulate all the air in the room.

A Vornado circulator uses special airflow called Vortex Action to circulate all the air in the room — ensuring that everyone is consistently comfortable no matter where they sit. The air flows fast, cool and constant to create a cooling experience unlike any other.

CFH

Certified for humans.

Certified for Humans products are smart devices for non-experts. Stress-free, no patience needed devices. Connecting to Alexa is quick and easy – even the software updates are automatic. All Certified for Humans devices meet a high standard and customers love them because they’re surprisingly simple.

Learn more: www.amazon.com/certifiedforhumans

5 years

Superior support.

When you choose a Vornado fan, you’re investing in superior performance and design that will deliver total satisfaction. If not, we’ll replace it, for 5 years. Supported by a team based in Andover, KS.

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Price $29.99 $49.99 $68.90 $94.85 $106.54
Max Distance 25 ft. 70 ft. 75 ft. 100 ft. 100 ft.
Speed Settings 2 3 4 4 4
Controls Mechanical Knob Mechanical Knob Push-Button Push Button Push Button or Voice
Weight 2.1 lbs 4.3 lbs 6.3 lbs 7.3 lbs 7.3 lbs.
Height 8.6 in. 11.3 in. 13.5 in. 15 in. 15 in.
Width 7.4 in. 9.7 in. 12.1 in. 13.5 in. 13.5 in.
Depth 6.8 in. 8.9 in. 10.3 in. 11.8 in. 11.8 in.
Volts / Hertz 120V / 60HZ 120V / 60HZ 120V / 60HZ 120V / 60HZ 120V / 60HZ
Power Cord Length 6 ft. 6 ft. 6 ft. 6 ft. 6 ft.
Alexa Enabled Voice Control No No No No Yes

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Vornado’s new suite of Alexa enabled products allows you to take control of your home comfort using your voice or your smartphone or tablet via the Alexa app. Contrasting high gloss and textured finishes create a modern, yet understated look that fits a variety of décor. The chrome glide bar is not only chic, but also allows the user full control of the direction of airflow, effortlessly adjusting a full 90º. No more knobs - sleek, unobtrusive push button controls offer low, medium, high and turbo speed settings. The 660 is engineered to be simple to use and maintain. “Alexa, turn on my Vornado.”

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IMPORTANT INTERNATIONAL DISCLAIMER: This item is built to meet U.S. voltage requirements and may not function properly when used in conjunction with external devices that alter or convert voltage or frequency of electricity. Improper use or shipping the product outside the U.S. will void all warranties.

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Customers appreciate the electric fan's air volume, power, and effectiveness in cooling the room. They find it circulates the air effectively, lowers the room temperature by a few degrees, and is their go-to companion for hot days. The size is also appreciated. However, opinions differ on noise level, build quality, and value for money.

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1,762 customers mention "Air volume"1,612 positive150 negative

Customers appreciate the fan's air volume. They find it moves air throughout the room effectively, circulating it in multiple directions. The compact and quiet design creates wide air circulation.

"...This one takes the cake and will blow way more air. Noise Levels: Its okay. To say its silent is a stretch but its not loud...." Read more

"...to carry, didn't take too much power and had decent speed and moved good volume of air. After doing some research, this one fit the bill...." Read more

"...This fan does what it is supposed to do; circulating the air ALL around the room. IT SMALL, BUT MIGHTY!..." Read more

"...Vornados are quiet, pusha lot of air and run very efficiently when you take care of them...." Read more

1,521 customers mention "Fan power"1,463 positive58 negative

Customers appreciate the fan's power. They find it a good quality fan that moves air well and is powerful for its size. Many reviewers mention it's an excellent fan for large rooms and innovative cooling solution for small-medium spaces.

"...3. Good power and really moves the air around. We can be up to 10 feet away and still feel the cool air. 4...." Read more

"This is literally the best fan that I’ve ever owned and I am nearly 60 years old (went through a lot of fans in my time)!!!..." Read more

"This is a fantastic fan and I recommend this purchase...." Read more

"...we highly recommend the Vornado circulator to anyone in need of an innovative fan to cool down a small-medium size room. Like our review?..." Read more

1,502 customers mention "Works well"1,200 positive302 negative

Customers appreciate the electric fan's performance. They find it has a powerful blowing force, an excellent build quality, and allows them to set the thermostat to 80F. Some customers have had no issues with it since purchase. The Vornado air circulator design effectively moves air and runs efficiently when properly cared for.

"...However, at $200.00 it works. It gets the job done. I don't feel like I wasted money tbh...." Read more

"...Vornados are quiet, pusha lot of air and run very efficiently when you take care of them...." Read more

"...I'm not kidding, it's very simple and effective...." Read more

"Very good purchase. Compact sizing. Works very well. We chose a black color. A little sound that increases with each increase in speed...." Read more

886 customers mention "Room cooling"812 positive74 negative

Customers appreciate the fan's room cooling. They say it lowers the room temperature by a few degrees and is their go-to companion for hot days. The fan runs quietly in the background and keeps the basement dry even during intense rain.

"...We can be up to 10 feet away and still feel the cool air. 4. The handle is well placed, making it easy to carry and place. 5...." Read more

"...With 4 Vornado 660 fans, I can push around the warm or cold air envelope in our entire space all year round...." Read more

"...circulator to anyone in need of an innovative fan to cool down a small-medium size room. Like our review?..." Read more

"...fan high up on the wall in the corner of the entry way and it cools the entry way and sends air into vaulted living room area and cools it down great..." Read more

544 customers mention "Size"421 positive123 negative

Customers appreciate the compact size of the fan. They find it easy to clean and store anywhere. The wide base provides stability. Customers appreciate the quality craftsmanship and attractive appearance of the product.

"...2. Though not too small, it is tiny enough to be put in a suitcase or a small tote. 3. Good power and really moves the air around...." Read more

"...IT SMALL, BUT MIGHTY! I definitely will purchase more of these in the future for other rooms. Worth every cent!" Read more

"...It's not very loud at all. This compact size allows you to put it in various places and it's adjustable You can put it on the floor and aim it..." Read more

"I love how much air this fan can push for its size and how quietly it does it!..." Read more

2,199 customers mention "Noise level"1,385 positive814 negative

Customers have different views on the noise level of the fan. Some find it quiet and barely make any sound, while others say it's loud and can be heard from the hallway. Bearings start to make noise after use and the fan starts yelling when dirty.

"...Vornados are quiet, pusha lot of air and run very efficiently when you take care of them...." Read more

"...It's got a quiet little hum not too loud just like some background noise type on any speed. It's not very loud at all...." Read more

"...You can totally sleep through it but it is one where you can hear the fans from the hallway so I would say its pretty standard that you would expect..." Read more

"...much comparison shopping, I found the Model 460 to be virtually silent on its lowest speed when the fan was placed on the opposite end of my bedroom...." Read more

783 customers mention "Build quality"543 positive240 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the build quality of the electric fan. Some find it well-built, reliable, and solid with no dings, dents, or cracks. Others mention it's loud but very powerful, made with thin plastic parts, and made of different materials than promised.

"...There were no dings or dents or cracks, but one of the fan blade completely broke causing the fan to be imbalanced...." Read more

"...IT SMALL, BUT MIGHTY! I definitely will purchase more of these in the future for other rooms. Worth every cent!" Read more

"...Build Materials [_] This felt like it was made of different materials than promised, and I warn against it. [_]..." Read more

"...crank out some air but you can tell just by picking it up that it's built well. And that goes a long way with me...." Read more

775 customers mention "Value for money"445 positive330 negative

Customers have differing views on the fan's value for money. Some find it worth the price, with a noticeable reduction in air conditioning operating costs. Others mention it's not cheap and is more plastic than older models, but still powerful.

"...Worth every cent!" Read more

"...So what if they are little expensive, but if they have good US based customer support, then so be it." Read more

"...Great product, worth the money." Read more

"...It does do a nice job of cooling down your room. It is worth every penny (even though it is incredibly expensive!)..." Read more

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[UPDATE] – I bought one of the first of this model when it was introduced, before there were any reviews for me to read to see if it was any good or not. Since that time, after living with it for a while, I have some different feelings about it, enough to move it from a 5-star to a 4-star item. It seems the company is having a hard time selling them (duh, at that price?) and they have been giving them away. It’s easy to love when the sting of $57 doesn't come out of your own pocket (they’ve dropped the price since then). I felt then and I feel now that it is overpriced.I left my original review unedited below and here are some new thoughts:1. The rear switch has become a pain. Hard to reach and impossible to see.2. The area around the switch gathers a lot of greasy dust very quickly, which is way too easy to get on your hands when you’re groping for the hard to find switch.3. The up/down tilt slider takes two hands to operate. You have to hold the base while you wiggle the fan into position. For the price I would have expected better fit.4. The noise frequency changes depending on how the fan is tilted. In some positions it vibrates, which makes more noise.5. I’m not as excited about it as when I first bought it. I hope this update has been helpful to you.[ORIGINAL REVIEW]One of the first electric home gadgets was the electric fan, and for good reason. Unlike most small appliances a fan is bought not out of convenience but out of necessity. And fans have changed very little over the years other than cosmetically … the two most popular current styles perform the same basic function as they have since Philip Diehl invented the first electric fan in 1882.For all the differences in size, shape and price when we shop for an electric fan we are choosing based on three factors:1. How much air does it move?2. How much noise does it make?3. How does it look?There are hundreds of brands of electric fans, most of them not brands at all but just nameplates affixed to a generic item. Of the brand names Vornado has a commanding share of the market share despite selling for many times more money than a generic fan you can buy at the local discount department store. Most Vornado fans feature a complex air flow design that differs from most other brands in both how it looks and how it works. The Vornado 460 is one of the newest models, designed as a “personal” model to be used in smaller rooms or offices. I recently went on an epic two week hunt for the “best” fan for my bedroom. This review is presented to share some of what I learned. Some of it is pure infodata and some of it is based on my personal preference. I hope it is helpful to you.DESIGNBefore even getting in to how much air it moves and how much noise it makes my fan shopping trip proved one thing to me – most fans are just plain unattractive. Table fans, no matter how large they are, seem to all share the same basic DNA. Most are either an open metal cage or formed from plastic and most would earn a grade of “utilitarian” in terms how they look as opposed to being even moderately attractive. Open metal cage fans generally move more air because there is little to obstruct the air flow but direct the air least in a particular direction because the air is scattered randomly in the general area toward the front of the device rather than being concentrated. Open metal cage fans (and plastic ones that mimic their design) are well suited to offer an oscillating feature because the air flow is more generalized than pinpointed and it needs to be spread around. Plastic fans often feature a cage design that harnesses the air flow better and localizes it more than metal cage fans. The Vornado models (which were the last models I researched because frankly I didn’t like their somewhat weird design) use a very specifically tuned flow design to maximize air movement in a very pinpointed direction (which makes them better when used as fixed rather than as an oscillating fan). The Model 460 is, in my opinion, one of the first fans I would call attractive, if not beautiful. More on that subject later.AIR FLOWComparing how much air a fan moves is a very inexact science. While there are standardized measurements (CFM) that offer a good reference for the total volume of air that passes through the fan, how it is dispersed is actually much more important in practical terms when choosing which model to buy and dispersion is a function of the design of the blades and fan housing. The shape of both the rear intake fins and the front output fins on a Vornado fan are meant to in a sense accelerate the sensation of air flow directly in front of the unit, which allows a physically smaller fan like the 460 to feel like it is blowing more air than a fan twice its size. In real-life use in my home I sensed a volume of airflow about 10’ directly in front of the Vornado fan to be equal to, if not a little more than, a 16” traditional metal cage table fan that I was replacing.NOISEIf you’ve read the reviews of electric fans from several brands sold here at Amazon you may feel a bit frustrated that some people will claim that one model is very quiet and other people will claim that same model is noisy. That’s because fans are unique in that it’s not so much how loud they are but the frequency/pitch of the sound the blades make as they blow the air. One brand of fan can make relatively little noise but the frequency of the sound can be irritating and annoying which another brand can technically be louder but the sound frequency is more soothing and much more pleasant to listen to. How “pleasant” a fan sounds is 100% a personal decision that can only be decided by actually listening to it. That said, after much comparison shopping, I found the Model 460 to be virtually silent on its lowest speed when the fan was placed on the opposite end of my bedroom. At the highest speed the fan was still bearable to allow me to sleep comfortably. I attribute this to the fact that the sound frequency is of a lower pitch and there is no disturbing vibration or blade rattling which results in the sound being very consistent. While I haven’t compared “tower” fans here because they are not the same as traditional desk fans my experience with them is they tend to do better moving air around the room rather than concentrating it in one direction. I have several of them and none of them are what I would call “quiet” when set to their lowest speed so to me they are not well suited as a bedroom fan.CONTROLSBy their nature fans gather dust and tend to get grimy after a while. Yet most fans place their controls right in front of the blades where they have the flow of the air blown right at them. For that reason I have found push-button fans to be more unreliable than those with rotary knobs The least dependable (after owning many fans with them) are electronic controls. The Vornado 460 takes a bit of a different design approach by mounting the rotary on/off/speed control on the rear of the motor housing on the back of the fan. While slightly less convenience to reach (and even harder to see at a glance what speed you are on) the control placement is smart and dependable and requires less internal wiring and less to go wrong. The knob is large and easy to turn (important for elders) and less inviting for toddlers to play with. One appreciated feature is that the first position after "off" is the high speed, which is exactly the same as my ceiling fans, my range hood fan and my car fan. It makes sense that when you turn the fan on you might want a fast cool-down first before changing the speed to a lower level. The body casing molding earns and “excellent” rating in terms of safety for use around children or pets. It would be very difficult-to-impossible to get fingers, paws or objects anywhere near the rotating blades.COSMETICSWhile the Model 460 rated highest in my test for forward air flow and quietest operation when used in my bedroom, the design was what put me over the edge in choosing it. Simply, it is the most attractive table fan I’ve yet to see. It has none of the weird garish look that most plastic fans have and runs circles cosmetically around any traditional table fan I’ve seen. The case is understated and in a way almost elegant in its simplicity. From a small but secure base rises a bright chrome arc to which the fan is mounted. By sliding the fan up and down the arc you can change the vertical angle of the air flow, from down at the floor to up at the ceiling. Remember, the vortex shaped design of Vornado fans do not lend themselves to using oscillating mechanisms (which suits me fine, much less to break, jam or cause uneven air flow). So the horizontal direction this fan blows is determined by rotating the entire unit. The case is constructed of a mixture of high gloss and matte plastics that make it look almost like a piece in a museum of modern art. And best of all (for me) is that the identical unit is available in either black or white, with the white one being PURE white, not the typical yellowed ivory white that most fans have.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2023
    Color: WhiteStyle: 660 - LargeVerified Purchase
    I have mixed feelings on this one. So without a doubt it works. As one comment said you better believe it will move air very easily. Compared to the cheap $39.99 Lasko one at walmart. This one takes the cake and will blow way more air.

    Noise Levels:
    Its okay. To say its silent is a stretch but its not loud. Its not industrial omg whats that noise. You can totally sleep through it but it is one where you can hear the fans from the hallway so I would say its pretty standard that you would expect from any old fan.

    Cooling Potentials:
    At the end of the day most fans from what I have seen simply put won't cool a room down. You can feel the air no matter where you put it in the room and point it if its on full blast but it will simply put be no replacement to an actual centralized a/c unit. Please remember this when you have little ones. I live in Southern California so it gets hot after June glooms over. Like really hot like heat wave kind of heat. This fan provides a great breeze that keeps my internal temperatures at good levels when im resting in bed. I bought two of them and have them both on my nighstands so its actually nice from that perspective but remember that the hot air doesn't escape.

    Worth the price:
    Ehh to someone's point I think you can probably get away with finding a cheaper fan elsewhere. I personally went with these two after reading reviewers on it and the name Vornado was cool and I researched it so it met my needs. However, at $200.00 it works. It gets the job done. I don't feel like I wasted money tbh. Its a lot of air these small things can push out but again it won't get the actual hot air out the room unless there is an open window/door. etc.

    I do think a better alternative would be a portable A/C unit if you really need something going but for me as the only person dwelling in this room the two fans work great.

    TL:DR I am pleased with my purchase and it works no doubt. I would recommend it again but I would exercise a lot of caution when recommending this to someone.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2024
    Color: BlackStyle: 460 - SmallVerified Purchase
    Background:
    Purchased this product in 2020 during Covid, when we were camping and staying in an apartment. Wanted a fan that was easy to carry, didn't take too much power and had decent speed and moved good volume of air. After doing some research, this one fit the bill.

    Pros:
    1. Good quality and good material used. Decent heft and not too cheap plastic.
    2. Though not too small, it is tiny enough to be put in a suitcase or a small tote.
    3. Good power and really moves the air around. We can be up to 10 feet away and still feel the cool air.
    4. The handle is well placed, making it easy to carry and place.
    5. It does not get too hot after running for a long time.

    Cons:
    1. Vornado products while priced competitively are almost at higher end of spectrum. But value wise I think they aren't bad.
    2. Assembly and disassembly can take some efforts (see below).
    3. Can be a little noisy at highest speed.

    Customer Support:
    The fan started residing on the master bedroom counter after the plan-demic. One day, my beautiful half accidentally bumped it and the fan had a 3 feet hard fall onto the stone tile. There were no dings or dents or cracks, but one of the fan blade completely broke causing the fan to be imbalanced. Called customer support, which is US based and explained the condition. The customer service agent checked the warranty information and sent us the replacement part without any charge, despite of being our fault. It took some time to put it back, once the part arrived, as the disassembly and assembly are a little cumbersome. Now it is running as good as new.

    Bottomline:
    The product and the customer service of this company deserves 4.7 out of 5.0. I will be buying several of Vornado products in the future, when need comes. So what if they are little expensive, but if they have good US based customer support, then so be it.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2024
    Color: WhiteStyle: 460 - SmallVerified Purchase
    This is literally the best fan that I’ve ever owned and I am nearly 60 years old (went through a lot of fans in my time)!!! I always have had a fan running 24/7 in my bathroom to prevent mold, mildew from forming and to dry the room, towels, shower curtain, tub and washcloths thoroughly! This fan does what it is supposed to do; circulating the air ALL around the room. IT SMALL, BUT MIGHTY! I definitely will purchase more of these in the future for other rooms. Worth every cent!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2024
    Color: BlackStyle: 660 - LargeVerified Purchase
    We live in a big 2500sqft Live/Work Warehouse space. With 4 Vornado 660 fans, I can push around the warm or cold air envelope in our entire space all year round.

    We generally have 2 for intake of fresh outside air and use 2 to push air back outside on the other side of the loft which creates a continuous flow.

    Vornados are quiet, pusha lot of air and run very efficiently when you take care of them.

    The ones I have had that failed were killed by grit in the air... we live near a freeway and get the occasional dust up which blows around very fine dust that kills fan motors.

    Great product, worth the money.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2025
    Color: BlackStyle: 460 - SmallVerified Purchase
    As the title says, this fan is excellent at air circulation in the summer and winter - it’s a god send. But it’s terrible difficult to clean - I have two cats and their fur and dust gets stuck in the fan making it necessary to clean and the fan starts to yell at you when it’s very dirty.
  • Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2025
    Color: BlackStyle: 460 - SmallVerified Purchase
    I live in Florida and we use fans here all year round. I bought the small Vornado 460 to use in my kitchen when I am working and watching TV because a ceiling fan was not optional. On low, the fan is quiet and moves air in my 16ft x16ft high volume ceiling kitchen efficiently, i.e. I can feel the air moving from about 8ft away. If the "white noise" of a quiet fan helps you relax, you will like this fan. I've had this fan for ~6 months and no issues, would recommend.

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  • VanLi
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfecto para habitación
    Reviewed in Mexico on July 7, 2024
    Color: BlackStyle: 660 - LargeVerified Purchase
    Realmente hace circular el aire en una habitación pequeña, el nivel 1 es una brisa ligera de aire y casi no hace ruido.
    Para mi fue una buena compra
  • Paula Arevalo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Funciona muy bien
    Reviewed in Mexico on November 29, 2023
    Color: WhiteStyle: 460 - SmallVerified Purchase
    Es pequeño, un tamaño perfecto para ubicar en cualquier lugar. Aún en la velocidad menor, el flujo de aire es fuerte. El ruido es mayor al aumentar el nivel, sin embargo, en el nivel inferior el ruido es bastante bajo. Me ha funcionado perfecto para circular el aire.
  • Flor Ernestina Martinez Espinosa
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amei!
    Reviewed in Brazil on September 15, 2022
    Color: BlackStyle: 660 AE - Alexa EnabledVerified Purchase
    Gostei do tamanho, do design, do funcionamento...
  • Abu Siuaaf
    5.0 out of 5 stars ..
    Reviewed in Saudi Arabia on October 30, 2023
    Color: BlackStyle: 460 - SmallVerified Purchase
    حلوه للغرف الصغيرة
  • Alexandra
    2.0 out of 5 stars why is this on UK amazon website?
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 4, 2022
    Color: WhiteStyle: 460 - SmallVerified Purchase
    the plug is american and would need a transformer if it were to actually be used in the UK, which is a little annoying considering the price. Im sure it is amazing but i couldn't even use it without spending more money on a transformer!