Review on Industrial-Strength XPOWER Air Circulator Fan With DC Motor, 13 Inch Blade, Timer, And Variable Speed Controls by Azizah Jefferson

I want to state at the outset that this is a pricey unit when compared to some Chinese-made fans on the market, but I assure you the investment is well worth it because it is BUILT TO LAST and just plain WORKS--splendidly!I've been through several fans and I am all but permanently soured on LASKO brand fans and their blue X-Blower 6-Position Utility Blower Fan was the biggest waste of money and an enormous disappointment due to improperly molded internal impeller that wobbled just enough (especially at higher speeds) that it made an awful rubbing sound and high pitched squeal that only worsened with further use. The impeller was rubbing on the case internally and that damaged the impeller to the point that it couldn't be repaired, so rather than buy replacement parts from Lasko when the darn thing was not yet 2 months old, I began in-depth research for a permanent replacement!Enter the XPower FC-300. WHOA. THIS THING TOTALLY BLEW MY MIND. It came FULLY ASSEMBLED, well packed and was in use within less than 3 minutes of delivery to my front door.Astonishingly effective air mover that is built like a tank.It is heavy-duty yet deceptively lightweight, truly portable and the darn thing is so easy to aim AND keep positioned precisely where intended--unlike my VORNADO, which has NEVER been rock solid nor capable of being tightened to the point that it doesn't slowly or too easily rotate upwards or downwards away from the intended target.The XPOWER sits firmly and squarely on the food and it doesn't conduct unwanted oscillations or transmit annoying vibrations through our wood floors due to the design of the tubular steel stand that includes uniquely shaped rubber 'feet' that are non-marring on delicate surfaces while being solid and isolating in nature.The 4 speeds are a true blessing rather than the curse that was the XBlower by Lasko--which roared like a freight train BEFORE it began the vibrating and squealing. This XPower axial fan is almost inaudible on its lowest setting and barely audible on 2. At 3, it's noticeable but not aggravating.heck you could watch TV or hold conversations with it on 3 and not feel like you're having to shout. 4 is max and it is loudest but because of the design and build quality of this thing it is NOT a rattling, buzzing, humming, howling series of sounds that create so much aural over stimulation that it is fatiguing and intolerable to sleep near.On the contrary, the steady amount of white noise is comforting to my partner and I run the fan on 3 or 4 when I want to be able to move around and complete chores etc.,while not waking him up.and he's a light sleeper. So the noise is actually a very good thing that prevents arguments and keeps us both cool to boot! The thing move ton of air at every speed.My Vornado claims the same number of CFM, but it simply doesn't match the XPower FC-300 and the Lasko XBlower can't come close to moving as much air, even on its highest setting. The Vornado which is a 3 speed fan would require 2 more speeds to match the output of the FC-300 and it is already near equally loud on its highest setting as the XPower is on its 3rd speed!Have been using my XPower axial blower since November 2021 and wouldn't trade it for any other fan. Plan on replacing the other Lasko all metal garage fan that is so loud I can barely concentrate on my projects in there due to the roar and rumbling.I will absolutely be purchasing another XPOWER blower for the garage / shop area.probably the 3000 cfm model.Highly, highly recommendedCheers!