Nearly everyone wants to save money on their heating and cooling bills, and using a fan can help people to keep their homes’ indoor climates comfortable while they remain true to their budgets. There are numerous types of box fans on the market that include lightweight basic models, durable metal constructed styles and compact high tech versions that move incredible volumes of indoor air for superior comfort. Here are 10 of the top best box fans that are designed to match a number of personal styles and performance requirements.
1. Holmes HBF2010A-WM Box Fan
Coming in at #1 on our list of best box fans is the Holmes HBF2010A-WM Box Fan, a 20 inch unit of durable metal construction that comes in colors like white, black and blue. The fan features a patented blade design that results in increased airflow, and users can select among three fan speeds. Owners of the Holmes HBF2010A-WM Box Fan can clean the front grill and fan blade by unscrewing the front grill from the unit. The manufacturer even included feet that can be attached to the bottom of the fan to increase its stability. Consumers give the Holmes HBF2010A-WM Box Fan good reviews for its energy efficiency and high performance, but they point out that the standard fan top handle that makes for easy transport is missing from the design.
2. Lasko 3723 Premium Box Fan
The 20 inch Lasko 3723 box fan operates at three speeds, and the controls are mounted on the top of the fan for easy access. This unit comes with a convenient top handle for convenient transport around the house. The Lasko 3723 is constructed of steel and comes only in the color white. Consumers gave mostly great reviews for the fan, and some even modified the fan’s design to include a HEPA filter to reduce pollen and other contaminants in their homes.
3. Lasko B20401 Decor Box Fan
The Lasko B20401 Decor Box Fan comes fully assembled in black. The fan measures 20 inches, and its blade design results in high air flow. The Lasko B20401 Decor box fan’s energy efficient design also allows users to operate it for less than two cents per hour. This fan has a top handle for easy transport, and its three speed air flow control knob is also located at the top of the fan. The box fan’s edges are softened with rounded corners that reduce the chance of accidental injuries from sharp angles.
4. Lasko 3733 20 Inch Fan Box
The Lasko 3733 20 inch fan operates at three speeds, and the speed control knobs are top mounted. The fan is white and gray in color and has a handle for easy transport. The Lasko 3733 is designed to give customers a high amount of air flow with minimal noise. Most consumers agree that the air flow of the fan is adequate, but a few note that the fan is not as quiet as advertisements claim. Tastes differ, and some customers prefer to fall asleep to the hum of this fan at bed time.
5. Lasko 3720 Weather Shield Performance Box Fan
The Lasko 3720 Weather Shield Performance Box Fan has a 20 inch blade diameter and a motor which is designed to withstand abuse from the weather while operating from a window. Even fans with attachable plastic feet can fail to stand upright continuously when their speed settings are on high. However, the Lasko 3720 Weather Shield Performance Box Fan is made to be wider than the average box fan for greater stability. A convenient handle and the speed control knob is at the top of the fan. With an eight pound shipping weight, this Lasko fan is advertised to be lightweight and sturdy.
6. Holmes Dual Blade Window Fan
Holmes Dual Blade Window Fan is specially equipped with water-resistant motors. The fan is comprised of two six inch blade fans that fit popular window styles like double hung and slider windows. Users can control the air flow from the Holmes Dual Blade Window Fan by selecting between two speeds whose controls are integrated into the front and center of the fan. The product’s dimensions are 22.7 inches by 11.7 inches by 5.3 inches. The fan, rated #6 in our list of best box fans, is used to draw cool air from outdoors into a room, and it can be positioned to force stagnant indoor air out via a screened, open window.
7. Holmes HABF120W Personal Size Box Fan
Coming in at #7 in our list of best box fans, the Holmes HABF120W Personal Size box fan’s blade measures only 10 inches, but it produces enough air flow to keep users cool and comfortable during hot weather. The compact fan is ideal for use in places where square footage is in short supply. It has two speeds that can be set via the control knob that is located at the top of the unit. Consumers gave the small fan high marks for performance but noted that it was a little noisier than they expected it to be.
8. Lasko B20725 Metal Box Fan
The Lasko B20725 Metal Box Fan has a 20 inch diameter blade that is designed for maximum air flow. All of the major parts of this fan is made of durable metal. The fan is relatively heavy compared to other box fans made of plastic, and the unit’s blade is made from rust proof aluminum. The Lasko B20725 Metal box fan includes a top mounted handle, three speed control mechanism and a metal grill that can be unscrewed for easy cleaning. Consumers gave this Lasko fan very high marks for quality construction and air movement performance.
9. Vornado 573 Compact Flat Panel Air Circulator
The Vornado 573 Compact Flat Panel Air Circulator utilizes patented technology to move through all of a room’s air. The small fan is only about 10 inches in height and width, but it is able to move air up to 60 feet. The difference between it and the regular box fans is its custom spiral grill, deep pitch blades, enclosed air duct and inlet air accelerator that work together for more efficient air flow. The small fan can be positioned horizontally to mix and cool air, or it can sit vertically to move warm air off the ceiling during the winter months.
10. Holmes HBF2010A-WM Metal Box Fan
Coming in at #10 on our list of best box fans, the Holmes HBF2010A-WM Metal Box Fan is a three speed unit that comes in white. The power and speed controls for the fan as well as its cord are located at the back of the unit. There is no top carrying handle on this model. Some customers liked the design, but others complained that they could not easily reach the fan’s back mounted controls while using the fan in their windows.
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