[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] WOW! Talk about a powerhouse. I don’t know why, but I always figured that standing fans were the strongest and best to get the most air moving, but this little guy proved me wrong.
The Vornado EX051 looks like a standard small floor fan but with a big base. That big base (which comes detached - easy to put together) is what helps ground the fan when it really gets going so that it doesn’t dance across the floor!
The box says it uses a special technology to move all of the air in the room. This seemed like marketing talk, but it turned out to be completely true! We tried it in a warm, stuffy room, and within minutes it was so much better. It only sat in one corner, didn’t oscillate, we didn’t move it around, it accomplished everything from that one spot. Pretty impressive. We only had to use the lowest of three settings, which means it’s even more powerful than that.
It’s really well-designed - like I mentioned, it has a steel and not plastic bottom, so it’s much sturdier than a normal fan. The feet are also non-slip, which adds to that. The power cord is actually 8 feet, which is really convenient if your outlets are hard to reach or you want the fan in the center of the room. The head itself rotates all the way, 360 degrees, around, in case you do or do not want the air blowing on you in a specific direction. (For example, we use this when drying laundry - I air dry stuff and this speeds up that process sooooo much because I can point it directly at my clothes.)
The only downside is the noise. It’s powerful, so it’s noisy. Even the lowest setting was a bit off-putting. But hey, it’s getting the job done, and it eventually just becomes background noise.
Definitely glad I got this small-but-mighty machine! I imagine it will save us a good deal on AC bills this summer!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting a site owned and operated by Vornado Air LLC
Customer Rating
5
Powerful Circulation
on March 31, 2020
Posted by: kshirk
from Stevens, PA
Gender:Female
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was blown away by this fan (couldn't resist). Seriously though, this fan has some power. It's supposed to circulate air up to 70 feet, and after turning it on, I certainly believe it. Ours is on Hubby's workbench in the garage, where there's no ventilation, no circulation, and it gets uncomfortably hot (especially in the summer). A friend smoked a cigarette in there, and within seconds of switching the fan on, there was no trace that she had ... smoke or odor. Nice to finally have cool, fresh air circulating in there.This fan has 3-speeds, and a heavy duty 8-foot power cord.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting a site owned and operated by Vornado Air LLC
Customer Rating
4
Works great!
on April 13, 2020
Posted by: Home owner 122
from Pennsylvania
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The EXO51 Heavy Duty Small Air Circulator works great and is very powerful for it's size. I like the versatility of it and the convenience of it's size. It is pretty powerful and has a nice airflow for it's size. It is very easy to set up and use.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting a site owned and operated by Vornado Air LLC
I needed a fan for my She Shed and wanted a USA company made one. I really wanted the cute retro looking one, but decided to go with the more protected one since the shed will have dirt and dust. It not only looks great but is very powerful. In our FL heat, this will come in handy.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting a site owned and operated by Vornado Air LLC
Customer Rating
2
Questionable IP rating
on January 31, 2023
Posted by: M.Hirata
from Honolulu, Hawaii
Gender:Male
I had a 633 medium circulator sitting on my window sill, occasionally taking on a few drops of rain, finally gave out after 5 years of daily use. This one is supposedly rated IP54, but gave out in less then 6 months. This fan is rated with a higher RPM than the 633, but moves significantly less air. I was disappointed with the performance right out of the box, but I figured I give it a go since it's rated IP54. Wrong move on my part. -_-;;
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting a site owned and operated by Vornado Air LLC
Small size is nice, but means the air flow is small too.
on July 16, 2020
Posted by: BMW
from Minneapolis, MN
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought this fan to use outside by picnic table on hot days. However, the air flow was not high enough for thatpurpose. Now I use it on my work bench in garage, and that works well when standing close to it. It is well constructed and looks like it will last a long time. Just not what I was hoping for in this fan. Probably a mis-application of what it was designed for.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from a site owned and operated by Vornado Air LLCBy Consumer Service, July 17, 2020
At Vornado we take pride in our products and are sad to hear this product did not meet your expectations. We would like to see if we can be of assistance in improving your satisfaction. Please go to Vornado and begin a chat session with us by clicking on the chat icon, Email or call our service line at 800-234.0604. - Vornado Consumer Care
Written by a customer while visiting a site owned and operated by Vornado Air LLC
Customer Rating
5
Really circulates air!!
on March 26, 2020
Posted by: CortneyD08
from Florida
Gender:Female
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This fan is fantastic for a a garage or a large gathering to keep air circulating. It’s not too large. Set up is easy and quick. We first put it in my daughters room but it’s too loud for her. However while it was in her room it kept the temperature down and air fresh. It was great. I wish it was a little quieter but it definitely gets the job done. We’ve since used it in the playroom and the garage. It’s easy to carry to different rooms/areas. It’s not a tacky fan to look at either.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting a site owned and operated by Vornado Air LLC
Customer Rating
5
Great Little Fan
on March 24, 2020
Posted by: Adj0222
from Indianapolis Indiana
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Upon receiving and opening the fan noticing the fan body and base were separated. This being very easy with no tools required to assemble. Power supply cord is lengthy giving you plenty option for plugging into a receptacle at 8’ away. Fan is 3 speeds making your comfort level adjustment easy and is able to swivel 360 degrees. Nice little powerful fan that can move a great amount of air for its size. Should be easy enough to travel with due to size small size. Great little fan and recommend to anyone for home office and travel.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting a site owned and operated by Vornado Air LLC