Much better than I thought

First of all I got this to fit in a backpack and it was much bigger than I thought. I was a little dissapointed at first. Then when I turned it on I noticed how cool the air seemed and how much of a wide area it covers. If you put it close to you, you will feel air on pretty much your entire body if you turn the oscillator on. Not that much power though but enough to say it has replaced another fan I had and that fan has more power. Now I have to find a smaller one.

Very cool fan!

Very cool fan! Can be mounted on wall or easily removed to set on a flat surface. Timer is a nice feature as is the swivel to change direction of the air flow. In the picture the fan looks smaller than it actually is. Extremely pleased with this purchase! Priced fairly. Better than expected. Even considering buying another one.

So silent,

A friend suggested this fan for my office and I'm glad to have taken her advise. Not only is this fan virtually silent (on the lowest speed), the movement of the front panel keeps a direct air from constantly blowing on me. I love it and I'm thinking of getting another for home.

great little fan

i purchased this fan for my home office. we do not have air conditioning on the first floor and it can get very humid with the windows open. this little fan helps to alleviate some of the humidity and keep air moving in this small space. i planne d on mounting it to the wall next to the window but so far have found that it works well sitting on top of my monitor. the ocillating feature is nice also, not too strong, pretty quiet too. also, i saw the same exact model on sale at BJs Wholesale Club for $5 more than I purchased it on Amazon. Very happy with this buy.

Great Little Fan

This is a great little fan - does the job it's meant to ... and more! The low speed is whisper quiet and provides a very gentle breeze; the medium speed is also nice and quiet and provides a very ample breeze; the high speed - watch out and hold on to small children! The high speed provides a nice, strong 'wind' that really provides the function it was intended. Sure, you can hear it - it's a FAN! The oscillating feature can't be beat. And the 2-hour timer is great in case you don't want to have the fan going long after you're asleep. This great compact fan is a very good value for the money! We're using this fan to supplement the A/C and purchased 2 at the same time. I wouldn't hesitate to purchase another if I needed it.

Perfect

I bought this during the Friday Sale. I am very pleased with this fan. It is whisper quiet. No noise at all. You have to get right next to it to hear it. Blows out powerful cool air for such a small fan. It has a timer but I do not use it. If you needed a timer it would be great.Not to mention it is off season now for a fan in Chicago and you won't find one anywhere. Great price and quick delivery from Amazon as usual.

It Blows Air

Apparently, so far I'm the only reviewer who bought this to cool down AND warm their home. We have one warmer room. This fan is plenty powerful enough to distribute the heat to other areas of the house.

Exc Fan

This is a great fan for moving warm air around a room so that you have even heat from a wood stove. I recommend it highly

best fan ever!

When I saw the fan I was wondering how the oscillation worked since it was different from the usual whole fan moving. It was just great and this is the quietest fan I have ever owned. It is lightweight and manuverble. It goes among the best purchases catagory for me and I highly recommend it. Also to note... the breeze is wonderful... I plan to get another one!

IT WORKS,

I like this fan because it is small and easy to store when not in use. It works well in small room but not sure how well it will work in very large rooms. My needs are such that it is a great fan for my uses and it is very quiet and the timer is not a problem. At $20 this is a great price for this fan!

No disappointments !!!

Really impressed with the quality of this fan, no problems at all, no noises as others described. Very quite/powerful, the oscillator feature is a rare find in this price bracket & is well appreciated. I would highly recommend this little powerhouse.

This fan is so AWSOME it will blow you away!

This is the best fan I have ever purchased. It is so quiet!! It will really cool you off! I PROMISE!!

Best ever

This is probably the best buy I've ever made from Amazon. It is almost silent. I have it on my desk, keep it on "low" all day. It keeps the air moving & I don't even know it's on.

Super Quiet Fan

Wow! This fan is very quiet. I often forget that it is even on. It does a great job with circulating the air. It also rotates to different angles too. I was very pleased with my purchase. The amazon price is also cheaper that what I paid at BJ Wholesale club. I would recommend the fan.

Just Right!

I bought this fan to use on my office desk, so it needed to be compact, unobtrusive, and QUIET (in addition to cooling me off). I have been very pleasantly surprised, as it fulfills all my requirements and for very little money.

I haven't tried wall-mounting it, though I understand it works that way as well. The oscillating feature is nice, as is the adjustment of fan direction. I greatly appreciate the silent operation, ease of operation, and good airflow at any speed. Definitely worth a lot more than I paid for it!

Got $20 and need fan? Look no further,

I have to tell you, and with much verve as it were, that this fan is wonderful.

My old fan was loud, rickety, tall and dusty, dirty, etc...

I brought in this Soleus Air and I am so happy. This is wonderful in any small office space or bedroom for sure.

It's whisper quiet, you cannot even tell it's oscillating because it's all done very subtle-like which means it doesn't take up a ton of space having to move the entire head back and forth.

It's beautiful aesthetically, and functionally.

The best $20 I spent all summer.

Soleus Air Table Fan

This is a great fan. I've boughten 2 for myself and 7 additional for friends & family per their request. The best thing about it - it's very quiet!

very quiet, yet effective.

Our second story bedroom heats up to the mid 80's in the daytime. Rather than run the HVAC, we used a swamp cooler at night positioned in front of the 20 inch window until its motor died earlier this year. Our replacement cooler was not as effective, and much noisier, so we purchased this fan. After building a small shelf to place in the window frame and sill, this fan is amazingly effective, and wonderfully quiet for overnight operation, especially at the two lowest speeds. The spinning fan guard does a great job distributing the air. It's also quite stylish, needless to say.

Very quiet and nice air flow

I love this fan. It's unbelievably quiet and does a nice job circulating air. It's nice that it can be hung, although I did not do this. The timer is a bit loud, but I never use that. I needed something for my home office that wouldn't be distracting, and this fan fills that need very well.

Table fan

I bought this fan for my mother who is in a nursing home and she really loves it. It is very quiet and easy to operate. It also has a couple of extra features that she likes such as being able to easily direct the airflow. Great fan for the cost.

Nice fan..

Great fan for the price ... quiet and very useful. Not sure if I like the use of the word 'oscillating' in the descriptions as that makes me think of the fan rotating side to side. The 'oscillation' with this fan is attained by having the front spiral guard rotating, which does seem to make the air move about a bit, but no auto side to side motion.
All in all though I'm very pleased with the product.

I love this fan!

I love this fan for the following reasons:
1. it's really quiet
2. it's powerful and covers a wide range
3. it's novel ( different, yet attractive )
4. it's inexpensive
5. it's delivered quickly and safely
The only drawback is it's all plastic, but still durable.
I highly recommend this product.

Quietest fan I've ever had

I bought this fan after reading many of the reviews here. I have sensitive hearing and this fan is truly quiet on speed 1. Speed 2 isn't bad and speed 3 is louder but I rarely have to use anything but speed 1. I use my fan in my bedroom for direct cooling. I experienced the annoying ticking of the timer when I first got it and tried it out, but as long as you don't turn that knob, the fan doesn't tick. Some reviewers complained that the fan doesn't really oscillate. The grill rotates counterclockwise and moves the air only a little, not nearly as much as a fan that moves from side to side. I get dizzy if I watch it. $20 is a great price for this awesome little fan. I highly recommend it. I'll be buying another one.

I love this fan!

I bought this fan to take on a seven week cruise to South America. It was quiet and powerful. Not only did it keep my cabin cool but the low level noise helped to block out unwanted sounds. Originally I planned to leave it on the ship but ended up bringing the fan back home on the plane. What a bargain!

Great small fan

I bought this fan to put in our laundry room where we house our border collie while we're away. The fan is perfect for wall mounting and comes with the screws needed for mounting. It did create a problem that the controlls are on one side since my originaly location would have made it so I could never see the controls while mounted. The timer is a nice feature, but I mostly just keep it on all the time. The fan is very quiet and does a good job moving the air. The ocilation function is great, making it especially easy to use when mounted in a confined area like a corner since it doesn't pivot the fan head, instead roatating the angled vents on the face of the fan to blow air in different directions.

I really like this fan and would buy another one in a second if I needed another. But really, its my border collie who apreciates this fan the most.

Most Effecient Design in Fans EVER~~~The Best

I have had 3 fans that operate on this concept for over 4 years now. They were made by the w.b.marvin co. which has unfourtunately gone out of business. I cannot stand a regular osculating fan now. These CIRCULATE the air for a more comfortable feeling. The fan blades turn clockwise and the grill goes counter clockwise. The added bonus with this brand and model is that you can rotate the direction of the fan within the stand.

I got this to take on vacation with me. It is a bit smaller than the other 3 I have and is much less expensive than I paid for them.

There is a brand on Amazon that is made for infants rooms and it operates with this type air circulation. They state a study has been done that having a circulating fan like this in the room reduces the rate of SIDS deaths by 72%. You can do a search and read more. That is not my statement but one made here on Amazon.

I can just tell you on speed one it is quiet enough to sleep with. When you have it in an average living room or bedroom there is just a constant gentle breeze. I can set my AC to a higher temp when I run these and feel much cooler.

I tried the timer and mine is silent so I cannot complain about that. I have no use for that anyway.

I cannot recommend these enough. Anyone who has been to my house and felt how these move the air has been amazed. Once you use this technology yhou will never go back to regular fans.

The only con I can find is that it is shipped in the box alone. It is not put inside another box to protect it. My box looked like it had been through the war. I was afraid I would find just a bunch of broken plastic inside but it was in one piece and works just fine.

Super quiet and moves a lot of air!

I now own 3 of these...They are the quietest fans I've ever owned. Many fan companies claim their fans are quiet, but they're not even close. These are very quiet on all three speeds. You have the option to have the grille oscillate or not and can point these fans any direction because the housing swivels at an angle. We use them in our home office to cool down the PC's and to distribute the cold A/C air coming out of the floor vent. You wouldn't even know they are on except that you can feel a strong breeze even on the lowest speed. I've spent over $100 for fans and they can't compete with these! I hope they don't stop making this wonderful model.

soleus air fty-25 10-inch fan

i am so pleased with the Soleus fan, that i am thinking of purchasing another. it moves quite a bit of air and yet it is very quiet. last summer i purchased a fan at 4 times the cost. Although it looked nice (metal, antique looking fan) it was so noisy that i would have to turn the fan off at night. the Soleus does not oscillate by moving the fan from one side to another. the "screen/wheel" rotates slowly in front of the fan to direct air flow. oscillation can be set on or off. because the head of the fan does not move it is great for small spaces, but it works just as well in a good size room. the timer is a nice feature. i had this fan on for 4 days straight during our 90+ degree heat wave and no problems what so ever.

Soleus Air Fan

Excellent Customer Service. Fan is very convenient. I love having the timer & the oscillation feature. I do plan to use the wall-mount feature this winter. I may order a second fan.

Very Quiet and Effective Little Fan

This fan is extemely quiet. It's quiet enough that we can sleep with it on with only a minimal amount of noise. I've had it for about a month now and use it every night to help pull more cool air from the air conditioning vent into the bedroom. Have had no problems whatsoever with the fan. We used the timer once just to see if it worked but did not notice the ticking noise others have mentioned. The manual that came with this fan did say there might be some ticking when the timer is activated. Overall, this fane is really cute (for a fan) and is very lightweight. It does the job I purchased it for and does it well.

Very quiet fan

I am a physician and my exam rooms can get a little stuffy, even with the doors open. I have placed one of these fans in each of my exam rooms and they are great for keeping the air circulating. I have had patients sit 6-8 feet away from the fan and ask me where the breeze is coming from. That's how quiet this fan is, at least on low setting. By keeping the air circulating, the exam rooms are much more comfortble. I have since bought two more for use in other rooms in the office. This is a great fan that will quietly keep air circulating. If you're interested in getting a fan that makes you think you're in a wind tunnel, I'd check elsewhere.

Quiet fan cools hot electronics

I am using this fan inside a cabinet to cool the STB, receiver, and DVD recorders. On the lowest speed, it is very quiet and keeps the equipment cool.

Excellent oscillating fan for my baby's room

I am extremely pleased with this fan, the timer does not make a problematic noise as a previous review had mentioned, so perhaps that person's fan was defective and needed to be returned, I don't know. You can hear it but only faintly. When it shuts off the brief clicking sound is barely audible. This was important to me because its in my baby's room and only about 6 feet or so from his crib. The timer works great, in fact. The fan is quiet, has three settings, and the oscillating feature is optional. All this, and an attractive design as well. It keeps my baby's room cool and comfortable. I have not used the wall hanging feature but its good to know its there just in case. Very reasonably priced too. Best fan I've ever owned. If I ever find that I need another fan I'll buy it again, absolutely.

Very quiet fan

I wanted a fan that I could place in my bedroom window to blow in cool evening air without too much fan noise. This fan is super quiet. It has three speeds and when set on #1 (slow) it is quieter than any other fan I've owned. And on speed #1 it still blows a significant amount of air. I plan on buying two more of these fans!

This fan also has a timer that will auto-shutoff so you can go to sleep with the fan on but not have to have the fan blowing all night long. The fan also has a "tip over" switch built in so it will shut off if it is not standing upright.

Best versatile fan

This fan lived up to it's description and reviews already posted about it. It has great power and quiet operation. The timer is a huge bonus and the stability to position the face in many directions. The oscillating feature doesn't function as well as other fans on a swivel or pivot but it's worth losing that for what you gain on the other aspects.

Great little fan

Bought this for an employee who's always hot while sitting at his desk. It's extremely quiet and puts out a lot of air. For the price and size, it really is a great little fan. The fan head does not move back and forth as most oscillating fans do. There is a cleverly-designed rotating grill on the face of the van, and it has variably-pitched fins, so as the grill slowly spins around, it directs air around the area in a circular sweeping motion. You can place the fan on your desk or mount it on a wall, and the fan head pivots 180-degrees to direct the flow as needed. Highly recommended.

BB

It's a great fan. It's quiet, has good air flow and circulates. It tips rather easily, but I would buy another one in spite of that. It's so very quiet and I really like that feature.

FAN-tastic

This fan is great -- quiet, good selection of speeds, low profile color and design. The oscilating feature is different than most fans -- the front "grill" spins to redirect the air, not the entire fan. So you can put it any where without is bumping something when it turns. No negatives.

My favorite fan

I decided to go without air conditioning this summer (money was a factor, but the main factor was that air conditioning fouls our common atmosphere while raising the outdoor temperature for everybody outside the cool cocoon). So I needed more fan coverage. I bought this Soleus on the basis of the very good user reviews and the low cost. What I got exceeded my expectations. I love the unique asymmetric design, with the key controls in front (most fans have them in the back). The fan stands on feet that look like seaplane pontoons. The grill has a beautiful oscillating pattern (but watch out, it can be hypnotizing). Functionally, it's very clever that only the grill oscillates, rather than the entire fan. Overall a very pleasing retro aerodynamic design. Then there is the silence. I own several fans, and this one is by far the quietest. A Vornado desk fan I have is far noisier, much more expensive, and it doesn't oscillate. The timer is a good, though by no means essential, feature; and it is not at all noisy, as one user says. And the price is surprisingly low. I would gladly have paid twice as much.

10" table / wall oscillating fan - quiet

I have three of these fans. I like the features, the ease of use, how quiet they are. I mounted two on the wall and they do a great job supplementing my house centeral air conditioning, moving air more to where I set and work in these two rooms. The fan head turns more than enough to point it and still mount it vertical on the wall. Looks good. I like the rotating grill much better than those fans that turn their whole 'body'. I used an extension cord and plugged it into the wall outlet that I can turn on both the room light and fan with a single click. Nice quiet unit.

A wonderful fan!

I'm very puzzeled by another poster's comments about the "ticking timer". With the timer dial turned fully counter-clockwise (marked 'ON', meaning constant running/no timer), the spring in the mechanical timer runs out of steam after maybe 15 minutes and the fan is one of the quietest I've ever had.

I originally bought this fan because of the wall-mounting feature, which I needed to equalize the air conditioning in my home. I planned to mount it in a doorway. Before I had time to hang it, I stuck it on top of the TV at the foot of my bed and it hasn't moved since!!! The rotating grill gives a nice, gentle, cool breeze every 30-45 seconds. Love it!

I could do without all the plastic, but this fan did hard time last summer and hasn't let me down this season. It needs a serious vacuuming, frankly.

Other fans from this manufacturer appear kinda cheezy, but the FTY-25 is a winner.

Soleus Air FTY125 10 inch fan

This fan is very quiet. I keep in the window at night to bring in the cool air. It is so quiet that I do not hear it and can sleep peacefully. I have purchased many fans that claim to be quiet and are not. This Soleus fan really is. A coworker had one in her small office, and it was quiet also. The fan moves the air efficiently without a wind tunnel effect. The timer works and and does not tick.

A personal fan with attitude!

Pardon the pun, but the Soleus Air FTY-25 is the coolest table fan I've ever owned. Unless you're really cramped for space, whisper operation, unmatched feature set, solid construction, interesting design and twenty dollar price point raise this fan well above a crowd of sameness.

On low speed it's near silent which makes it perfect for the night stand, creating a peaceful breeze across my bed . (Another reviewer noted a loud timer mechanism and Soleus may have rectified this. I have to put my ear right next to it, with the fan off, in order to hear it at all.)

High speed does a good job moving air, quietly at that - stand next to it and it'll cool you off fast. More suited to mild circulation in a large room at this and medium speeds, cooling off a larger room of folks is better left to larger table or floor and free-standing fans.

The neatest thing about the Soleus is the switch selectable spinning front grille which creates gentle fluctuating waves of air. A first showing to friends and family evokes a giddy response every time. Not as effective, or as abrupt, as a fan head swinging through a 140 degree arc, it nonetheless eliminates the static current one gets from a stationary fan.

The silent operation, the two hour timer, a unique soothing oscillation mode, the deco styling with a match-all finish, a reasonable footprint and mounting versatility make this the ultimate personal fan.

Very quiet, including a very quiet timer

This fan is whisper quiet, even at the highest speed. The tilt function is useful -- it tilts at a 45-degree angle, so it's necessary to reposition the entire fan as to direction once you have it tilted to aim it where you want the air to go.

The rotating grille, at first, looks symmetrical. On closer inspection, each successive louver changes angle as they move around the circle of the grille. Thus, when you turn the grille rotation feature on, the air sweeps in a wide conical pattern as it moves away from the fan. If you want the air to go in a particular direction, you can leave the grille rotation switch in the off position and rotate the grille by hand until the air is blowing in the direction you want.

I actually use the two-hour timer feature a lot. The exhaust fan in my bathroom is ineffective, so when I shower, I leave the door open and have a fan blowing into the bathroom so that moisture doesn't cling to the walls and cause mildew. After the shower, I keep the fan on for two hours to make sure the entire bathroom dries out. My tile stays mildew-free a lot longer when I do this. I can leave for work with the fan running.

During a heat wave, when it cools off at night as it does here, I set the fan in my window, up against the screen, to bring cool air inside. At bedtime, if it's still a few degrees too warm, I keep the fan on and use the 2-hour timer so it doesn't stay on all night.

This is the quietest fan I've ever owned, though not the most powerful. It's great for smaller rooms, especially the bedroom at night when it's warm. The timer is absolutely quiet. (If you happen to get one that ticks loudly as another reviewer did, it's defective and you should exchange it for another one.)

One other nice thing is that you can mount this fan on a wall or on a door jamb, high up and out of the way. There are a couple of key-hole shaped screw holes in the bottom of the feet to accept mounting screws. Very useful if you have a situation where you need the fan in a permanent place and you want it out of the way -- I'm going to mount it on the wall just outside my bathroom for just this reason and buy a second one for the living room, to use on the window sill.

Soleus Air FC1-15-30 15-Inch Oscillating Mini Tower Fan with Pocket Carry Handle

Product Description

15" Oscillating Mini Tower Fan is sleek, stylish and functional. Tower fans fit nicely into room corners or small spaces. Their vertical spinning drum creates a sweeping breeze for a discreet and easy way to keep cool.

Customer Reviews

Excellent product
Quiet as advertised and superior in design to the traditional fan. The 21st Century-looking style and the fact that it takes up little horizontal space are big pluses. Highly recommend.

Good desk fan for a cubicle
I bought this fan for my cubicle desk area since the office airflow isn't all that great and sitting around a pc and monitor all day certainly keeps the air warm. This fan is small, light, and very easy to carry around. It fit nicely into a backpack to carry to the office. I was worried that the small airflow opening wouldn't provide a good air circulation but I was proven wrong when I turned it on. The max setting is relatively whisper quiet which is nice for the office area. Sitting within 1 to 5 feet of the unit you'd get a pretty good airflow (on medium or max setting). It's meant to be a desk fan so I wouldn't recommend this if you've got a large office and sitting far away from it. Plus, I don't think I'd need anything more powerful than this, otherwise you're just blowing papers around your desk. The ocillation and timer features are nice though I haven't had the need to use them often. Buttons on the top of the fan, easy and strightforward to use. Overall, a good value fan for the office.

I like it - wall mountable, quiet on low

This is a nice fan. I mounted it on the wall. It is fairly quiet on low speed.

Super Small Fan

Great little fan. Moves a lot of air for it's size. BUT!!! ...it will only wall-mount in one direction without the tip-over switch shutting itself off. We use it in a motorhome, and wall mounting would make this fan work much better for us. Well worth the money as a table fan anyway.

Son's review

My son says this is a good fan but is a little underpowered. It is mounted to blow on him on the upper bunk.

Ticking Timer

The Soleus FTY-25 is a quiet fan with a noisy timer.

We use fans at night to create a soft breath of air as we go to sleep. For this purpose, "quiet" is good. We live in the country and the natural sounds are pleasant and actually reassuring. "White noise" is unneeded.

Except for the timer, the Soleus is a good, quiet solution. The timer makes a fast ticking noise like some older kitchen timers.

A complete explanation of the Soleus controls and operation is surprisingly wordy. I'll try to cut it short...

The timer is mechanical. Once the timer dial is turned, the mechanism will tick for the maximum period that it was turned to, even if turned off in the meantime. In other words, if the dial is moved to the 2 hours position and then immediately moved back to "off" (even unplugged), then when the fan is turned back on the next day (even to just the untimed "on" position), it is going to tick for 2 hours.

The Soleus can be made to operate quietly. Just never move the timer dial to a timed-setting position.

Since we don't care about a timer when we are awake and can't use it to go to sleep, we taped the timer to the "on" position. With the timer dial in the "on" position, the fan can be turned off and on with the Fan Speed Switch, which has an "off" position, or with a quiet external electronic timer.

For those who want a smallish fan that moves a lot of air, the Vornado 550B moves more air. Unfortunately, the 550B has a variable speed controller that hums like an old fluorescent light, which makes it unacceptable to those who want a truly quiet low-speed fan.

wall fan

We were looking for a fan for a low ceiling and a previous manufacturer of low ceiling fans was out of business. During a visit to my doctor, I noticed he had this fan in all of his examining rooms. We now have several of these fans in our sun room, hanging on the wall at the junction of the ceiling. They are perfect for quietly moving air in small spaces.

Soleus Air HM5-15R-32 Micathermic 360 Degree Tower Heater

Product Description

Round configuration features 360 degrees of heating surfaces, which comfortably warm a room from corner to corner. Timer, digital display, remote control, and multiple safety features.

Product Details

• Brand: Soleus Air
• Model: HM5-15A-32

Features

• Unique 360° Design heats surrounding area from corner to corner instantly.
• Automatic shut-off if tipped, Over-heat auto-off.
• Two heat settings, 3 Power Modes: Low (750W), High (1,500W), and ECO mode (750W).
• Combines reflective and convection heat technologies, Energy efficient.
• Adjustable Thermostat with Digital Display, Remote control, 12-Hour Auto-Off Timer.

Great Little Fan

Bought this to use in connection with our treadmill. Like the controls being in the front as we have it on a high shelf. Working out very well and so are we! Help other customers find the most helpful revi

Exactly what I needed

When I purchased this fan I wanted something that was appealing to the eye as well as small and quiet. I have this placed in my window seal in the bedroom to blow in cool air. I would have to say that this is all of the above. The only complaints that I would give it is when I have the fan tilted a certain way it stops working. I think there must be a short in the wiring.

Works great - looks nice and is quite!

I received a different color than the silver/blue as pictured. Mine surprisingly arrived in taupe/black that apprears to be metalic-looking which I actually preferred.

Not much to comment about - The fan runs quietly, being relatively small-sized and the convenient timer shuts off the power in 30-min increments for up to two hours.

For under $20 and free shipping, it was a great deal! Thanks, Amazon.

Good Fan but can be better

This is a good small fan. It is relatively quiet but it is not very powerful. If you want a strong fan, this may not be the one for you.

I am using this as wall fan. It is able to be adjusted from left to right but cannot be adjusted up and down. For my situation, it is pointing too much down. I wish it can also be adjusted up and down.

Because I am using it as wall fan, it is very inconvenient to switch on/off the fan using either switch on the fan. Both switches are at the top of the fan when wall mounted. I plan to add an in-line switch to it or I can plug it into a switched outlet.

Also the cord that came with the fan is not quite long enough for me to hang the fan high up on the wall. I need to add a short extension cord to it.

Soleus Air ST-2008 32-Inch Tower Fan

Product Description

Tall and handsome, this elegant looking remote-controlled fan with a vertical spinning drum, creates sweeping breezes with minimal noise. It can be used in every corner of the room, and works well with room air conditioners. 3 speeds settings offer quiet, medium or strong fan speed to control circulating air flow. At Soleus Air, our goal is your comfort in the home and office. We only offer the best in terms of quality and innovation. Customer Care toll free phone line 888-876-5387, or e-mail www.soleusair.com.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #300728 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: White
• Brand: Soleus Air
• Model: ST-2008
• Released on: 2007-02-01
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 35.00" h x 10.00" w x 8.50" l,

Features

• 3 Fan speed settings of quiet, medium or strong
• Remote control included
• Can be used in every corner of room
• Complements other room air conditioners
• Creates sweeping breezes with minimal noise

Neat fan

This fan is neat with the timer feature. I set it in the bathroom on the timer and it drys my wet towels and shower fast when I'm at work so mildew is decreased.
It is not extremely strong, but it is quiet and the circulation works good. If you are looking for a good strong fan, I suggest the Honeywell HT800 Super Turbo High Performance Fan, but it is loud.
But this fan is great for sleep, office, or any livingrooms and the options are all great. Also if it tips over it shuts off.
Everything works fine. The timer is silent, and it is great.

Quiet, compact and powerful

We have this fan wall mounted in our hallway to push the warmth from the pellet stove in our dining room down to the bedrooms at the end of the corridor. The fan does an effective job. It's got very quiet operation, and with the rotating oscillator built into the face of the fan, it can be positioned without having to account for the swing of a typical oscillating fan - it's head does not have to swing; the grill rotates instead and directs the air in varying directions.

In my opinion, there are two minor draw backs, though they certainly shouldn't stop anyone from buying this product. Firstly, the rubber feet could be softer to help isolate any vibration/resonance where it's mounted. Secondly, it would be good if the on/off switch was separated from the timer; when the unit's wall mounted high, you can't see the switch's labels, so you have to guess whether you're turning it on or putting it on timer.

Oscillate?? no, blow.. YES

When one sees a picture of a fan on a pivot described as "oscillating" one expects it to wave the fan across the pivot axis. This doesn't do that.. being afraid my English was fading in my old age, I actually looked up "oscillating" in the dictionary.. clearly it is a repeated back and forth waving motion..

What this fan does is, via a gearing mechanism, rotate the front grill. The grill is fashioned to generate a "butterfly pattern" of air .. rotating it causes a rotation of this air causing a variation of airflow over the area generally where the fan is directed.. I guess to a degree this is a similar effect, but it doesn't oscillate!! :)

The fan is pretty compact and generates a flow of air that is remarkably quiet, even on the highest speed.

The timer function works ok (though its not intuitive and the directions are ambiguous) To make it work, one must 1. turn ON the fan to one of its 3 speeds (there appears to be 6 speeds, but the dial rotates through what appears to be the same OFF-1-2-3 with each 180 degree sweep. 2. turn the TIMER dial CLOCKWISE (not counterclockwise as the directions say) to a time setting of 30, 60, or 90 minutes.. AND LEAVE IT THERE.. it would seem one should "wind it up" to the desired time, then turn it to "on".. this doesn't work.. :).. if you leave it on a time (or a spot in between.. the directions suggest it is only 3 times, but it seems to be analog to any spot in between) Then the fan will turn OFF after the time dialed up.. even if you "wound it up" to a higher time.. odd that.. :) My unit does emmit a TINY ticking sound, but nothing like some reviewers suggest.. its VERY quiet.

In order to NOT time it, you set the timer to ON! (I know, weird.. just do it! haha) and the speed dial to whatever speed you like.. it stays on forever.

The "oscillation" (yes its actually labeled that.. hehe) is a seperate switch. It engages electric rotation of the front grill.

The unit does seem to have a safety "turnover switch" to turn off the fan if it is kicked or knocked over.. I'd think this would require one to be careful in mounting it, but I didn't try it since I don't have it wall mounted. If you hold it in your hand while trying to figure out the controls it may not come on anyways.. it is off from the mercury switch (or whatever it is)

The "180 degree sweep" it suggests is true, but it is in an odd plane, niether up-down nor left-right.. but at 45 degrees.. so when you move it, you almost always have to also move the base to get the air direction you want.. takes a bit of getting used to. Also if you elevate the fan (other than "wall mount") it cannot be made to point airflow "down" relative to its feet.. So sitting it on a shelf or whatever above you isn't a good idea (unless you break or file off the "stop-tab" as another reviewer suggested). I expect the tab is there to prevent TWISTING and BREAKING of the wire leading into the fan, so if you remove it you will have to exercise care.

There is also no handle.. I know its a small fan, but it seems I'm always having to fiddle with it.. maybe only because I'm still learning.. and its awkward to pick up as there is really no convenient place to grip it.

I can't speak to its durability as of yet.. I've only had it about a week, but it seems as well-made as one can expect a $20 fan to be and its attractive in its own odd way.. hardly beautiful, but somehow appealling.

It is efficient if you care about those things.. it uses a max of 40 watts which is pretty good.. I note that the 20" Lasko uses 170 watts (odd.. my old one uses 90 watts.. but that's another story)

I think this fan is a pretty good value (barring the unlucky prospect of it failing). The $15-20 "box fans" which can be picked up at almost any grocery store or "mega-store" (if you get it shipped the value element goes out the window).. Lasko being probably the most common brand in the USA may be a better value if you just want air movement, but this one has it's own functional niche.

I recommend it for what it is... an economical, flexible alternative to swealtering in still air. I am giving it a 4 instead of a 5 star because other reviewers seem to indicate it may have a reliability issue. I will post an update if I have any problems develop.

quiet and powerful, but doesn't oscillate

since this is a fan we're using for a nightstand, we don't really care that it doesn't oscillate, but some people might. we have not had problems with the timer being loud, and it provides a good amount of air flow without being noisy. the only other drawback is that it tilts slightly up on a flat surface, so my husband is putting things under it at an angle so it will tilt down.

Soleus FC1-15-30 Mini Tower Fan With Oscillation Feature

Product Description

Designed to save space, the Soleus FC1-15-30 mini tower fan weighs less than 4 pounds and is compact enough to fit on a desk, table, or counter!

This stylish mini electric tower fan offers 3 speed settings and a separate oscillation feature to provide enough cooling for your personal space. The tower design leaves a small foot print and the included carrying handle lets you easily move the Soleus FC1-15-30 mini fan from one room to the next.

Also included is a 2-hour automatic-off timer. Moreover, the Soleus FC1-15-30 is whisper-quiet, making it quiet enough for bedroom use.

super quiet

Super quiet, just what I was looking for. Quiet for running at night, but more power at the higher speeds when/if you need it.

BUT, after just 2 weeks of use, the motor apparently burned up --- I had it on the lowest speed, and came into the room to a noticeable plastic-electrical smell, and the blade was barely turning. I will be returning it under warranty for another one, because i do like it.

The timer noise on the one i had was not at all noticeable like the other reviewer complains about.

The only thing i would add is a built in handle, but overall i like it.

Table Fan with Smart Safety Motor

Product Description

Powerful yet safe, our soft blade fan maximizes air flow and style to make the perfect desktop cooling companion. 8" Soft Blade Table Fan

Smart Safety Motor
Modern Design
Cool & Quiet
Safe To Touch

SPECIFICATIONS

Product Size: 9.5"W x 5.9"D x 10"H

Box Size: 10.125"W x 6.675"D x 10.675 "H

Power Supply : 120V (60Hz)

Watts: 25W

Rated Current: .2A

Soleus FT1-20-10 Soft Blade Table Fan Features Safe to Touch Wind Blades

Product Description

Table and desk fans are ideal for providing your immediate area with cool and crisp air. The Soleus FT1-20-10 soft blade table fan is safe, quiet and easy to use making it perfect for any location.

Keep your immediate area cool with the FT1-20-10 table fan. It has soft blades for extremely safe operation. It also includes a smart safety motor. It is quiet in its use so there is no need to worry about sound pollution. Extremely light weight at under two pounds this desk fan is perfect for transportation and storage. It is very powerful for its size offering you immediate cooling relief.

The Soleus FT1-20-10 provides maximum cooling while using minimum energy. Purchase a Soleus FT1-20-10 soft blade table fan today for safe effective cooling.

Product Details

• Color: White
• Brand: Soleus
• Dimensions: 10.00" h x 9.50" w x 5.90" l, 1.50 pounds

Features

• Lightweight- less than 2 pounds!
• Fits comfortably onto a desk or table
• Great for cooling personal spaces
• Safe operation even when in use
• Has a smart safety motor

Soleus Air® 42" Oscillating Tower Fan with Remote

Product Description

Soleus Air 42" Oscillating Tower Fan with Remote saves floor space and has an updated design. Stay cool and comfortable! This Soleus Air 42" Oscillating Tower Fan keeps you cool by day or night. It features 3 wind modes for variety: standard, natural and work / sleep. It also has 3 speeds so you can adjust the intensity of the air circulation. More features: LED display lights; Slim tower design uses less space than conventional fans; Oscillates for increased air circulation; Remote control with storage for convenience; 7 1/2 hour shut-off timer; Reduced vibration motor for whisper-quiet operation; Order Today! Soleus Air 42" Oscillating Tower Fan with Remote

Features

• Easy to move at only 11 pounds
• 42? tall to cool any room
• Ideal for cooling personal spaces
• Has separate oscillation control
• No noise pollution, whisper quiet operation

Soleus Air FC1-42R-03 42-Inch Oscillating Tower Fan

Product Description

42" Oscillating Tower Fan is sleek, stylish and functional. Tower fans fit nicely into room corners or small spaces. Their vertical spinning drum creates a sweeping breeze for a discreet and easy way to keep cool.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #132178 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Ivory
• Brand: Soleus Air
• Model: FC1-42R-03
• Dimensions: 9.25" h x 38.00" w x 7.50" l, 14.00 pounds

Features

• 3 Speed Settings
• Separate Oscillation Control provides oscillation option to increase air circulation.
• Whisper quiet operation for minimal noise distraction.
• Soleus Air® Innovative products for a cleaner, more comfortable world.

Customer Reviews

Fan arrived broken
I have another one of these fans and it works awesome. Amazon sent this fan in a box that was over twice the fans size. The fan was roughed up in shipping and was in peices. I put it together and it made a lot of noise so I sent it back.

Soleus Air 10-Inch Wall Mountable Table Fan - FTY-25

Product Description

* Wind speed: Strong, Medium, Slow * Fan Head Bending-lifting adjustable * Table/wall dual purpose * 2 hrs time selection * Built-in safety switch * Power Supply: 115V - 60Hz * Net Weight: 5 Lbs * Body Dimensions: 14 X 5 X 15 Inch Model: FTY25

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1166467 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Brand: Soleus

Features

• Wind speed: Strong, Medium, Slow
• Fan Head Bending-lifting adjustable
• Table/wall dual purpose
• 2 hrs time selection
• Built-in safety switch

Soleus Air FF1-50-53 20-Inch High-Velocity Floor Fan

Product Description

Soleus Air 20 inch High Velocity Fan has 3 speed settings and 120¿ pivot head. Heavy metal construction keeps this machine steady while it packs a windy punch. High Velocity motor and blade give you the force needed for strong circulation. Resetable thermal cutoff and air over steel cased motor provide safety features along with the steel carry handle for easy placement. Fans move air throughout the home or office more effectively than central air, saving money and improving air quality. Soleus Air; Innovative products for a more energy efficient world.

Amazon.com Product Description
Experience powerful high-velocity cooling with this 20-inch floor fan. The unit's three-wing propeller delivers refreshing comfort quickly and efficiently, while simple controls make it easy to select from low, medium, and high speed settings. In addition, the fan head offers 120-degree pivoting capability. Direct the air stream up towards the ceiling, down towards the floor, or anywhere in between. The fan ensures cooling relief in the summer months, plus it can be used to circulate the air any time of year--like after washing the kitchen floor or painting a room or to more evenly disperse heated air throughout the room in the winter months. Other highlights include all-metal construction with a heavy-gauge industrial grill, safety thermal cutoff, a carry handle for moving the fan from room to room, and a convenient cord wrap for tidy storage when not in use. Fully assembled, the 180-watt floor fan measures 12 by 23 by 22-1/4 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

Soleus Air FT1-20-10 8-Inch Soft-Blade Table Fan

Product Description

Soleus 8-inch Soft fan is powerful yet safe. Our soft blade maximizes air flow and style to make the perfect cooling companion. With its cool and quiet motor and safe to touch blade there are no worries when running this air circulator. Fans move air throughout the home or office more effectively than central air, saving money and improving air quality. Soleus Air; Innovative products for a more energy efficient world.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #45093 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Tan/black
• Brand: Soleus Air
• Model: FT1-20-10
• Dimensions: 10.60" h x 10.20" w x 6.60" l, 6.00 pounds

Features

• Modern-looking 8-inch table fan delivers powerful airflow
• Smart motor and soft rubber safe-to-touch blade
• Simple control dial for turning the fan on or off; quiet operation
• Lightweight at just 3 pounds; overheat protection with automatic shut-off
• Measures 6 by 9-1/2 by 10 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Customer Reviews

(4.5 stars) Compact, quiet - worth considering as a table, desk or bedside fan
THE QUICK TAKE: The Soleus Air Soft-Blade Table Fan is a compact, quiet personal fan with an interesting design. If small size and low noise are important considerations for your use of a fan - such as for a table, desktop, bedside or countertop - consider this fan.

There are three major reasons why you might want to consider this fan:

First, it's compact - about 10" high, and 9-1/2" wide, and about 5.5" deep. (The four feet could stand on something 5-1/4" wide x 4" deep.) Since it's designed not to need an enclosure to keep things away from the blade, it can be smaller.

Second, while it's not silent, it's fairly quiet, and the noise is soothing rather than irritating. You could easily have a phone conversation without needing to turn the fan off, as long as the fan was a few feet away. Some may even like the way it masks other noises, in an office or as a bedside fan. Certainly no one (such as a co-worker) more than 5 feet away should be bothered by the noise.

Third, this Soft Blade fan has a fun and interesting design. The blades are softish, and the motor is designed to slow or stop if something comes in contact with the blades. Though it is unpleasant to touch - the blades spin fairly fast! - and children or animals might be a little distressed by it.

One bonus, this fan is of course a lot easier to clean than a regular fan with an enclosure - and as you know fans get dirty!

It's fairly stable, the layout of the four feet helps on that account. Mine has a slight wobble when it runs, due to something being slightly imbalanced in the fan. If it's more than slight you might want to exchange it.

This moves a reasonable amount of air, a light breeze perhaps. You do have to be realistic about what an 8" fan can do, in terms of moving air. If you need more air, get something bigger and noisier.

The negatives are minor:
- The color scheme takes away from the design, with a light gray frame and a darker gray fan blade. I'd have preferred all one color.
- You have to reach around the back to turn it on or off, which is only slightly awkward and probably the only place to put the switch other than on the cord.
- There's just one fan speed. It would be nice to have a quieter, slower option. (There are two On positions, but both do the same thing - there's just one fan speed.)

According to the label it uses 25 watts of power, which is a relatively small amount.

Nice looking small fan
I would agree with the other reviewers comments.
Only 4 stars since I had to glue one of the rubber feet back on.
Also, It would be nice if there were two speeds.
I would love if there was a larger wall mounted version.

Soleus Air FTY-25 10-Inch Wall Mountable Table Fan

Product Description

10" table fan with three wind speeds, a two hour timer. It can be mounted on the wall or placed on a table. Oscillating front grill.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #506 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Silver and Blue
• Brand: Soleus Air
• Model: FTY-25
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 6.40" h x 14.60" w x 14.70" l, 10.00 pounds

Features

• 10-inch silver-and-blue three-speed oscillating table fan with wall-mount option
• Fan head pivots 180 degrees; three speeds and oscillator toggle switch
• Sturdy, silver-tone plastic with blue accents; modern, asymmetrical design
• 2-hour timer for automatic turn-off; wall-mounting brackets; 5-foot power cord
• 115 volts; measures 14-1/2 by 14-1/2 by 6-1/2 inches; one-year warranty

Amazon.com Review
A good fan can make the difference between a sleepless and a restful night. Soleus Air's FTY-25 10-inch table fan has three speeds and a five-finned blade--five fins move more air than the traditional four--to help make a hot, stuffy room feel much cooler. In addition, it has a timer that can be set for up to two hours; that way the fan shuts off by the time the evening is cooling down. The fan head is anchored on top and bottom like a globe, allowing it 180 degrees of rotation, and the fan grill can oscillate to push air into a wider area.

The FTY-25 table fan has a modern look to it, with an asymmetrical, crescent-shaped stand that curves around the circular fan head. It's built of heavy-duty silver plastic and has blue-gray detailing. It sits on two rounded feet; there are wall-mounting screw brackets on the underside of the feet. Speed selection is made with a sliding knob on the side, and there's a simple on-off toggle for the oscillation. The timer button echoes the crescent shape of the fan's body; it is marked in 20-minute increments, but it can be set at any point between 0 and 120 minutes. The power cord is 5 feet long, which can be especially helpful when using the FTY-25 as a wall fan.

To use as a wall fan, mount two screws vertically to a wall at a distance of 7-5/6 inches from each other, and use the two wall-mounting screw brackets in the bottom of the feet. Always unplug fan before cleaning; use a soft cloth, dry or only slightly moistened, and towel or allow to air dry afterward. Do not allow water to drip on or enter fan housing. The 115-volt Soleus Air FTY-25 table fan measures 14-1/2 by 14-1/2 by 6-1/2 inches, with a 10-inch fan head. Soleus Air offers a 1-year limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship under normal use conditions. --Garland Withers

Customer Reviews

Very quiet, including a very quiet timer
This fan is whisper quiet, even at the highest speed. The tilt function is useful -- it tilts at a 45-degree angle, so it's necessary to reposition the entire fan as to direction once you have it tilted to aim it where you want the air to go.

The rotating grille, at first, looks symmetrical. On closer inspection, each successive louver changes angle as they move around the circle of the grille. Thus, when you turn the grille rotation feature on, the air sweeps in a wide conical pattern as it moves away from the fan. If you want the air to go in a particular direction, you can leave the grille rotation switch in the off position and rotate the grille by hand until the air is blowing in the direction you want.

I actually use the two-hour timer feature a lot. The exhaust fan in my bathroom is ineffective, so when I shower, I leave the door open and have a fan blowing into the bathroom so that moisture doesn't cling to the walls and cause mildew. After the shower, I keep the fan on for two hours to make sure the entire bathroom dries out. My tile stays mildew-free a lot longer when I do this. I can leave for work with the fan running.

During a heat wave, when it cools off at night as it does here, I set the fan in my window, up against the screen, to bring cool air inside. At bedtime, if it's still a few degrees too warm, I keep the fan on and use the 2-hour timer so it doesn't stay on all night.

This is the quietest fan I've ever owned, though not the most powerful. It's great for smaller rooms, especially the bedroom at night when it's warm. The timer is absolutely quiet. (If you happen to get one that ticks loudly as another reviewer did, it's defective and you should exchange it for another one.)

One other nice thing is that you can mount this fan on a wall or on a door jamb, high up and out of the way. There are a couple of key-hole shaped screw holes in the bottom of the feet to accept mounting screws. Very useful if you have a situation where you need the fan in a permanent place and you want it out of the way -- I'm going to mount it on the wall just outside my bathroom for just this reason and buy a second one for the living room, to use on the window sill.

A wonderful fan!
I'm very puzzeled by another poster's comments about the "ticking timer". With the timer dial turned fully counter-clockwise (marked 'ON', meaning constant running/no timer), the spring in the mechanical timer runs out of steam after maybe 15 minutes and the fan is one of the quietest I've ever had.

I originally bought this fan because of the wall-mounting feature, which I needed to equalize the air conditioning in my home. I planned to mount it in a doorway. Before I had time to hang it, I stuck it on top of the TV at the foot of my bed and it hasn't moved since!!! The rotating grill gives a nice, gentle, cool breeze every 30-45 seconds. Love it!

I could do without all the plastic, but this fan did hard time last summer and hasn't let me down this season. It needs a serious vacuuming, frankly.

Other fans from this manufacturer appear kinda cheezy, but the FTY-25 is a winner.

Ticking Timer
The Soleus FTY-25 is a quiet fan with a noisy timer.

We use fans at night to create a soft breath of air as we go to sleep. For this purpose, "quiet" is good. We live in the country and the natural sounds are pleasant and actually reassuring. "White noise" is unneeded.

Except for the timer, the Soleus is a good, quiet solution. The timer makes a fast ticking noise like some older kitchen timers.

A complete explanation of the Soleus controls and operation is surprisingly wordy. I'll try to cut it short...

The timer is mechanical. Once the timer dial is turned, the mechanism will tick for the maximum period that it was turned to, even if turned off in the meantime. In other words, if the dial is moved to the 2 hours position and then immediately moved back to "off" (even unplugged), then when the fan is turned back on the next day (even to just the untimed "on" position), it is going to tick for 2 hours.

The Soleus can be made to operate quietly. Just never move the timer dial to a timed-setting position.

Since we don't care about a timer when we are awake and can't use it to go to sleep, we taped the timer to the "on" position. With the timer dial in the "on" position, the fan can be turned off and on with the Fan Speed Switch, which has an "off" position, or with a quiet external electronic timer.

For those who want a smallish fan that moves a lot of air, the Vornado 550B moves more air. Unfortunately, the 550B has a variable speed controller that hums like an old fluorescent light, which makes it unacceptable to those who want a truly quiet low-speed fan.

Soleus Air FSM-45 Stand Fan with Oscillation Control

Product Description

Soleus Air FSM-45 Features -Durable All-Metal Construction, Stylish chrome finish -3 Speed Settings -Separate Oscillation Control -Whisper Quiet Operation -Adjustable-Tilt Fan Head and Adjustable Height Specifications: -Power Supply: 120 ~ 60Hz -Watt: 65w -Overall Dimensions: 25.25" (H) x 16" (W) x 6.25" (D) The FSM-45 Stand Fan has an impressive chrome finish and a 18" fan head with excellent craftsmanship for powerful airflow. Its quiet operation is a plus and its retro design complements your home decor. Manual

Soleus Air FS2-40R-32 16-Inch 3-Speed Oscillating Stand Fan with Remote Control

Product Description

Soleus Air 16-inch Oscillating Stand Fan has many features not offered by others. Back-lit easy to read LCD display, exclusive auto-on technology automatically turns fan on low when temp gets to 78, med when temp is 82 and high when temp is 86. 3 Oscillation patterns for increased air circulation ; back & forth, up & down and figure 8. 3 wind modes include standard, natural or work/sleep options. Adjustable height and tilt head with reduced vibration motor for whisper quiet operation. 3 speeds and 7.5 hour timer and remote control give you every option available. Fans move air throughout the home or office more effectively than central air, saving money and improving air quality. Soleus Air; Innovative products for a more energy efficient world.

Customer Reviews

I'm a Fan of This Fan
This is the second of these Soleus figure-eight stand fans I've owned; I got a few years service out of the first one until the motor bearings started squeaking.

Though other reviewers have cited some problems with this fan, I haven't had any so far. And this clever Soleus offers a number of unique advantages over other stand fans:

* Remote-controlled double oscillation -- as far as I know, this is one of only two stand fans available that offer double oscillation -- side-to-side and up-and-down. The other model however, a Bionaire, doesn't allow you to control the oscillation remotely; you have to pull out the traditional oscillation knobs on the fan housing -- how quaint! In comparison, the Soleus lets you adjust the fan stream JUST where you want it using your remote, without getting up from your easy chair or bed. That's a major advantage IMO.

* Thermostat control -- set this fan on "auto", and it adjusts fan speed according to room temperature. This is great for sleeping -- the fan turns itself down automatically if the room gets cool in the early morning!

* Quiet and powerful output -- this fan blows a lot of air and does it very quietly. I was so impressed with its output, in fact, that it made me realize how lacking the output of a Turbo Aire floor fan I was using really was -- in consequence I threw out the TA and got a Vornado Edge, which is fabulous.

So what this Soleus may lack in long-term reliability it makes up with superior performance and convenience features. Amortized over a few years of service, that pays off for me.

This Soleus Air FS2-40R is FANtastic!
My wife and I have been using this fan in our bedroom for several months. We find this fan to be quieter than any other stand fan that we have ever owned (and we have owned many). I will not ramble on about all of the great features of this device as they are explained quite well in the product description here on Amazon.

The fan arrived from Amazon in just a few days. The box arrived without a scratch and upon inspection I found no damage to any of the contents. The asssembly instructions are a little confusing but it is honestly easy to figure out without any instructions. Six screws and washers attach the round, weighted base to the middle control section. Some have complained about the screw holes not aligning properly. Well I found that I had to have my wife hold the control module pole while I gently twisted the round base, at the same time that I installed the mounting screws. This allowed the screws to be installed without problem. Two small screws attach the fan motor housing to the extension pole coming from the top of the middle control section. The fan blade goes on easily. The only real challange I had was attaching the fan safety cage, which requires a gentle yet firm touch to snap the two halves together while making sure everything is lined up properly. It was after I had everything installed and the fan plugged in that I noticed that there was a layer of protective plastic over the Soleus badge plate in the center of the front fan safety cage. I pulled the plastic off and everything was ready to go (or so I thought).

I turned the fan on and played around with all of the settings. The fan worked extremly well and seemed very quiet, even at the highest speed setting. However, when we turned the fan on low, to run overnight while we slept, I noticed a little noise. It just sounded like the typical noise of the fan blades moving air. As I listened the noise seemed to get louder and softer without any sort of pattern. I shut the fan off and turned on the light. I ended up pulling the front of the safety cage off and it was at that moment that I noticed some protective plastic on the inside of the front safety cage, on the backside of the Soleus badge plate. If you remember, I mentioned that I had pulled some plastic off the front of this badge plate but obviously the plastic was wrapped around the entire plate. I just didn't notice that when I was assembling the safety cage. It was a little challanging but I was able to remove all of the plastic from the backside of that plate.

After re-attaching the front section of the safety cage, I turned the fan on low and listened carefully. The strange noise was gone and the fan has remained extremely quiet ever since. Although most of the components of this fan are made of plastic, it has a fairly solid feel. It looks very high tech and attractive. We love the adjustment abilities of the motor/fan head. Be advised, the platinum (silver) colored plastic on the base and control module scratch very easily. I put a fairly large scratch across the top surface of the round base by accident and it looks quite ugly. However, it is in our bedroom and nobody will see it anyway. Overall my wife and I would highly recommend the Soleus Air FSH-40G remote controlled stand fan to anyone looking for a quiet, stylish looking stand fan that has wonderful features, including an easy to use remote control. It is easy to assemble, moves a lot of air with very little noise, has just about any feature that you could ever want from a fan, and it seems to be built with quality components that should last for many years. The cost of this fan is not cheap but I feel a fan of this quality and performance is well worth the money we paid. =o)


*** UPDATE: After owning this fan for roughly a year the fan head suddenly tilted all the way down, as many other reviewers have complained about. A simple call to Soleus resolved the issue, as they shipped out a replacement fan at no cost to me. After taking apart the motor head assembly I found the problem. There is a plastic tab, with a little spring, that had snapped off. It is this little plastic tab and spring that is supposed to hold the entire weight of the fan motor in the desired position, and once broken the weight of the motor causes the entire assembly to flop down. Even though Soleus was kind enough to send me a replacement fan, I was also able to repair the motor head by installing a sheet metal screw, which also required me to cut the spring down to about half its original height. After reassembling the motor head it now stays in position and can be adjusted properly without fear of the adjustment assembly breaking again. I think the original design of this component is a bit poor considering the high cost of this fan. Other than this slight design flaw I still feel that the FS2-40R fan is a quality product, with a lot of great features, that should last for many years to come.

Soleus Air FSM-45 18-Inch Oscillating Stand Fan

Product Description

18" Oscillating 3 speed Stand Fan with adjustable height weighted base for stability with durable all metal chrome finish. Excellent craftsmanship for quiet and powerful air flow. 3 speeds give you the option of quiet, medium or strong fan speed to control air flow.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #138853 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Chrome
• Brand: Soleus Air
• Model: FSM-45
• Released on: 2005-11-01
• Dimensions: 20.25" h x 25.00" w x 6.25" l, 20.00 pounds

Features

• Adjustable Height with weighted base for Stability.
• Separate Oscillation Control provides oscillation option to increase air circulation.
• Adjustable-Tilt fan head allows you to direct air flow where you want it.
• Whisper quiet operation for minimal noise distraction.
• Soleus Air® Innovative products for a cleaner, more comfortable world.

Soleus Air FS3-40R-30 16-Inch Stand Fan with Remote Control

Product Description

Solues Air 16-inch Oscillating Stand Fan has an adjustable fan head and adjustable height. Three fan speeds and 4 hour timer provide options for your circulation needs. Created a reduced vibration motor for whisper quiet operation, with a remote control for your convenience. Fans move air throughout the home or office more effectively than central air, saving money and improving air quality. Soleus Air; Innovative products for a more energy efficient world.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #9993 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: White
• Brand: Soleus Air
• Model: FS3-40R-30
• Dimensions: 23.18" h x 21.65" w x 5.10" l, 13.50 pounds

Features

• 50-watt 3-speed stand fan with easy-to-read LED display
• Adjustable-tilt head and adjustable height; optional oscillation
• 1- to 4-hour auto shut-off for energy efficiency; whisper-quiet operation
• Speed indicator lights; overheat protection; remote control included
• Measures 15-2/3 by 17-2/3 by 52 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Amazon.com Product Description
With its sleek, contemporary design and easy-to-read LED display, this stand fan can be used for cooling relief in the summer months or effective air circulation all year long. The unit comes equipped with three speed settings and optional oscillation for widespread coverage. For added versatility, the fan's adjustable-tilt head and adjustable height make it simple to direct airflow where it's needed most. Other highlights include a programmable one- to four-hour timer with automatic shut-off for energy-efficient operation, a reduced-vibration motor to help ensure whisper-quiet operation, speed indicator lights, a thermostat built into the motor to prevent overheating, and a remote control that makes it easy to change the settings from across the room. The remote uses two AAA batteries and works at a distance of about 25 feet and an angle of 60 degrees. Fully assembled, the 50-watt stand fan measures 15-2/3 by 17-2/3 by 52 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.