From the manufacturer whose brands include Vicks and Braun (both leaders in healthcare products) comes the Honeywell HY-280 QuietSet, a "whole room" tower whose key features are those that you're probably searching for.
Touch buttons? Check. Multiple oscillation, speed, and breeze settings? Check. Digital display? Check again. Let's not forget that this fan is made in the US, and that it weighs 8.3 pounds. Read more to find out more about this product.
Touch buttons? Check. Multiple oscillation, speed, and breeze settings? Check. Digital display? Check again. Let's not forget that this fan is made in the US, and that it weighs 8.3 pounds. Read more to find out more about this product.
What to Know About the Honeywell HY-280 Tower Fan
Yes, assembly is required. According to the manual which you can download here, there are at least 5 steps that you must accomplish before you can start using your HY-280 Whole Room Tower Fan. These steps include assembly of the pedestal and base, and then securing these parts to the main unit.
There is a "cord management" feature for your convenience. This is located at the back side of the unit. This allows you to take control of the cord to prevent entanglement and tripping. There is a notch to hold excess cord if you feel the need to use it.
The Honeywell HY-280 tower fan is remote-controlled. You'll have to use 2 AAA batteries to choose among and enjoy the fan's features. These features include the following:
- Speed Control: Choose from 8 settings: Power Cool, Cool, Refresh, Relax, White Noise, Calm, Whisper, and Sleep. Adjust the speed up or down; initially it starts on "Sleep" speed
- Oscillation
- Timer: Choose from 1, 2, 4 or 8 hour setting.
- Temperature: Once desired temperature is selected, the fan's speed adjust automatically to achieve it.
There is a storage for the remote control, which can be found behind the controls.
SAFETY FIRST: Did you know that the QuietSet HY-280 comes with a polarized plug? Meaning, if you look at the plug, one blade is actually wider than the other. This is designed as such to reduce any risk of shock, which can be really useful if you have kids at home.
There is a "cord management" feature for your convenience. This is located at the back side of the unit. This allows you to take control of the cord to prevent entanglement and tripping. There is a notch to hold excess cord if you feel the need to use it.
The Honeywell HY-280 tower fan is remote-controlled. You'll have to use 2 AAA batteries to choose among and enjoy the fan's features. These features include the following:
- Speed Control: Choose from 8 settings: Power Cool, Cool, Refresh, Relax, White Noise, Calm, Whisper, and Sleep. Adjust the speed up or down; initially it starts on "Sleep" speed
- Oscillation
- Timer: Choose from 1, 2, 4 or 8 hour setting.
- Temperature: Once desired temperature is selected, the fan's speed adjust automatically to achieve it.
There is a storage for the remote control, which can be found behind the controls.
SAFETY FIRST: Did you know that the QuietSet HY-280 comes with a polarized plug? Meaning, if you look at the plug, one blade is actually wider than the other. This is designed as such to reduce any risk of shock, which can be really useful if you have kids at home.
VIDEO: Closer Look at the HY-280 QuietSet Tower Fan
Here's a video that allows you to take a closer look at the controls and features of the Honeywell HY-280 QuietSet Tower Fan.
Consumer Feedback and Comments on the HY-280 Tower Fan
What do consumers say about their HY-280 QuietSet Tower Fan? We've gone through the review and feedback section of a popular online retailer, and here's a summary of what we found.
Noise. Tolerance to sound differs from one person to another. But thanks to the 8 speed settings of this tower fan, "noise" can be minimized. Most buyers say that at the lowest speed setting (Sleep), the HY-280 is so quiet you can barely hear it's on. As you choose the higher settings, noise or sound can be clearly audible.
Performance. Overall, buyers are satisfied with this tower fan. It can help cool a room (or at least keep it to the desired temperature), and it can help a person sleep well even without air-conditioning. According to some buyers who've had other models or brands of tower fans, the HY-280 does not blow as much air at the highest settings, but if you want a quieter model, this is the fan to get.
Assembly. The general consensus is that this fan is easy to set up. It also helps that the manual has clear instructions with pictures.
Some Concerns. There are quite a few concerns raised by some consumers. For instance, you might find this tower fan to be a bit "tippy." A few people say the base can be a little wobbly, so the unit can be knocked over easily. Another concern is about the LED display. You might find them to be a bit bright. The display can't be turned off, so some buyers put a piece of cardboard or tape on them.
Noise. Tolerance to sound differs from one person to another. But thanks to the 8 speed settings of this tower fan, "noise" can be minimized. Most buyers say that at the lowest speed setting (Sleep), the HY-280 is so quiet you can barely hear it's on. As you choose the higher settings, noise or sound can be clearly audible.
Performance. Overall, buyers are satisfied with this tower fan. It can help cool a room (or at least keep it to the desired temperature), and it can help a person sleep well even without air-conditioning. According to some buyers who've had other models or brands of tower fans, the HY-280 does not blow as much air at the highest settings, but if you want a quieter model, this is the fan to get.
Assembly. The general consensus is that this fan is easy to set up. It also helps that the manual has clear instructions with pictures.
Some Concerns. There are quite a few concerns raised by some consumers. For instance, you might find this tower fan to be a bit "tippy." A few people say the base can be a little wobbly, so the unit can be knocked over easily. Another concern is about the LED display. You might find them to be a bit bright. The display can't be turned off, so some buyers put a piece of cardboard or tape on them.