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For such a compact model, the Woozoo HD15NU has a high mode that moves a large amount of wind — up to 8mph at three feet. Considering the amount of force this fan puts out, it is impressive how quiet it is when set on low; the noise didn't even register on our sound meter at three feet. This table fan sports a broad base and feels well-balanced.
A downside of the Woozoo is that it cannot oscillate, and its vertical pivot is somewhat limited to roughly 100º. Additionally, the base lacks a wall mount or clip option. That said, the 6-foot cord, simple dial, and easy to clean head make this an excellent option for creating a personalized airflow at a workspace. Those that are on the hunt for an oscillating fan might want to check out a similar model with that option from the same brand.

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It’s quiet, effective, and inexpensive, but its build quality and features fall short of what our other picks offer.

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Infinitely adjustable fan speed, energy efficiency, and a 10-year warranty help offset the Vornado 610DC model’s high price.

Designed on a solid base, the Honeywell HT-904 has a hemisphere casing that houses the fan and motor on a U-shaped harness. The airflow produced by the motor has three settings that push out a range of 4.3 to 6.4 mph wind, all on a head that will tilt vertically up to 90º. You can incrementally adjust the speed to suit your preference. Changing the settings is simple, and it can work well on most desktops due to the cord's 6-foot length. This model can also be wall-mounted. 
Though the Honeywell HT-904 offers solid airflow, it lacks an oscillate setting. And, with a noise level of 51 dBa on high, it makes more of a racket than most others in our review. For desktop use, the head's pivot is a decent range, but if you plan on using it mounted on the wall, it is hard to reverse the airflow because you have to un-mount it, flip it 180º, and re-mount it. Regardless, considering the small stature of this model, the airflow is impressive, and the noise it produces is pretty quiet in comparison to table fans with the same power. 

The Honeywell Kaz HT-904 is a compact unit that easily sits on tabletops and nightstands to point air precisely where you need it. The solid base makes it sturdy, and it's simple to angle up to 90° to find the breeze that suits you best. The three speeds of the Kaz are simple yet functional in their incremental airflow. It's easy to operate and can even be wall-mounted to keep your bedside table clutter-free.
The trade-off that comes with the Kaz is that it doesn't oscillate at all. When on a table, you can simply push the whole thing to turn it, but once it's been wall mounted, your only option for changing angles &#40;besides the vertical pivot&#41; is to remove the entire thing and remount it 180° in the opposite direction. It's also not particularly quiet, even among small tabletop competitors, though it's not the loudest either. This noise, however, translates into a pretty impressive amount of air for how compact this device is. For a small tabletop option that costs less than you might expect, we find there's a lot to love about this little unit from Honeywell.
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Modes & Features: Wall mountable

The Honeywell Kaz HT-904 is a compact unit that easily sits on tabletops and nightstands to point air precisely where you need it. The solid base makes it sturdy, and it's simple to angle up to 90° to find the breeze that suits you best. The three speeds of the Kaz are simple yet functional in their incremental airflow. It's easy to operate and can even be wall-mounted to keep your bedside table clutter-free.
Unfortuntaely, the Honeywell Kaz doesn't oscillate. When on a table, you can simply turn the whole unit, but once it's been wall-mounted, your only option for changing angles &#40;besides the vertical pivot&#41; is to remove the entire thing and remount it 180° in the opposite direction. It's also not particularly quiet, even among small tabletop competitors, though it's not the loudest either. This noise, however, translates into a pretty impressive amount of air for how compact this device is. For a small tabletop option that costs less than you might expect, we find there's a lot to love about this little unit from Honeywell.
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Modes & Features: Wall mountable

Despite being the smallest of our tested fans, the Vornado 683 Medium is also among the most powerful. Packing a big punch, we measured this little fan hitting 13.4 mph. While this will certainly help cool you off when pointed directly at your face, it's also fairly effective as an air circulator when positioned just right in larger spaces. Instead of a solid base, this lightweight model has five sturdy legs that give it a small but stable footprint. Of all the models we tested, this one operates at the lowest pitch, sounding more like a hum than the traditional whirring of a fan. Though it can't point down, it can be angled nearly vertically to bounce air off the ceiling and blow it effectively around an entire room. It's the only one with the cord coming out of the bottom of the stand, as well, rather than dangling off the base of the motor halfway up the stand.
While those that love simplicity will appreciate this straightforward 3-speed design controlled by a simple knob, the Vornado 683 is likely to disappoint if you're after settings and features. It has no remote, no extra modes, no timer, and doesn't even oscillate. Additionally, this fan may not quite reach the top of your bed &mdash; at its tallest, it stands just 38 inches high. It's also quite loud on higher settings, though the lowest speed is reasonably quiet. But if you're looking for a pedestal fan with far-reaching power that you can stick in the corner and forget about, the Vornado may be exactly what you want.
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The Honeywell HT-908 Turbo Force can move some air. We recorded a steady breeze of 10 mph at 3 feet when on its highest setting. Don't mistake this model for a personal air agitator — its powerful motor rendered a significant air movement at 20 feet. The HT-908 is a proper fan designed to circulate air in small to medium-sized spaces. 
Although the Honeywell HT-908 punches above its weight in the airflow department, it makes a lot of noise while doing so. Also, the unit does not swivel, and its pivot motion is limited between 0º and 90º. As an added limitation, it can be annoying to clean due to the five screws securing the fan cage. The machine offers three settings and a 6-foot power cord, so you likely won't have an issue finding a comfortable setting and location for this fan. 

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