Dyson AM01 10" table fan, White

Exceptional machine, beautifully built, exceptional operating parameters.I use this as a night stand fan, the dial type dimmer control allows infinite control over the air output, something not found in traditional fans. This alone makes this fan unique and very desirable, It allows you to comfortably direct the fan and set it exactly where you like the output...excellent in the bedroom in this size.Very quiet and soothing white noise, smooth breeze like output and zero chop in the delivered air.Like any consumable, one can spend less, but the unique functionality and control make this fan not only worth the premium price, but actually a very good buy...what price exceptional comfort?Think about the price of an automobile, you can spend $18,000. to $80,000. on a similar everyday four door sedan, both do the identical job, point a to b, so what then is the variable? Same thing here.

Very disappointing. The fan is very noisy! Works well when not oscillating! The fan is very squeaky when it oscillates! Seriously considering returning! Priced with the Dyson ego! Very disappointing! Wanted and expected the concept of a quiet fan!This was purchased by me and given as a gift to my son!Charlotte Guyaux

The motor is in the base and the ring is just a large funnel (no moving parts in the ring) for channeling the air. Great air flow and very quiet. Quite expensive, but is a great look in an office.

I finally picked up one of the larger fans, the tall AM02 blue one, a few months ago. And I spent a few weeks really vacillating on whether to keep it or not, until I finally stopped comparing it to my big "turbo" floor fan and started comparing it to other tower fans I'd tried in the past and returned. Now I love that AM02 fan, and wouldn't be without it. So when the time came for me to find something useful for in my office, I immediately thought of this smaller version. Since it was over 1/3 off retail price, I grabbed it, figuring if it's really bad I can return it.It arrived quickly (Prime member) and I unboxed it at work. Assembly was just as easy as the other, even easier as it's such a small unit. Simply inserting the ring on top of the base and twisting slightly to lock it in place. That's it. Plug it in and away you go.Immediately I disliked the lack of a remote as the other unit has. It's a great feature since this isn't some tiny little "personal" fan that's only an inch or two across, plugged into the USB on your computer and sitting 8 inches away from you. I also dislike how you have to "chase" the buttons when you have it oscillating. The other thing I noticed right away was the noise. This is NOT as silent as the larger brethren are. And compound that then since I have it in my office, so it's just a fraction of the volume of the space in the great room at home I have the taller version in. The tall one is just about totally silent on the lower settings. This one is very noticeable except at the very very lowest setting. ANY turn of the knob to increase the speed, it's just amazing how quickly it gets into "annoying" levels.I do like the tilt feature - that's something my AM02 doesn't do, and the entire unit tilts, rotating fan housing and all. It doesn't tilt a great deal, but more than sufficient I think for the size of the unit and the distance you'll likely be using it at.Also like the larger version, the oscillation is just amazing - perfectly smooth, perfectly noiseless. These Dyson units have the best oscillation I've had on any tower fan I've tried.As far as speeds, it's more than adequate in an office area, at 8 feet away it blows papers off my desk on high speeds. Mid speed is still enough to ruffle them around.My biggest problem is the noise - if it were as quiet as my larger unit it would've been ideal, but it may just be the lesser amount of linear inches of fan exhaust ducting or something, but this is certainly a different level of noise than the larger ones. At the lowest speed setting, if I'm within arm's reach of the unit and can touch it, I can just BARELY feel any airflow - like a butterfly passing by or something. And once I back up even just a few inches, I can feel no airflow on me at all. Unfortunately, that's the "silent" speed.If you have enough ambient noise around, this probably won't be too bad since it may be drowned out. But in my office there's no noise other than the fan, so it is very grating after a while.All in all, not a great alternative to me for an office fan. Looks like I'll probably be returning it as it just doesn't do the job I want a fan to do.

This fan would probably be best for people with small children. There are no moving parts, which makes it safe, but the output isn't that impressive. I like it for its looks but for my purposes, I could have probably saved quite a bit of money and bought a normal fan. That said, it is very attractive and will fit in well if you have a relatively modern style to your room/house.

Many have said it's loud and I worried about that, but mine are quiet. Bought two due to the cheaper price here and both make a lot less noise than my window fans, or two 12 inch Vortex Fans I have. They also move air as far or further than my Vortex fans and feels like more velocity at the same distances, plus more compact, smooth, comfortable air flow. I also like the fact you can set the air flow to the exact amount you want for the distance you are from it, instead of having set speeds. I have one of these set very close to my bed for night use and like the fact it tilts and I can custom the air flow speed. I can set the air flow on the lowest setting and barely feel it 2 feet away or increase it to the point I really would never use close up. Don't worry about exposed blades either, for me or the little ones to stick fingers in or tangle something in. I even like the white color and overall looks. Does it have blades, of course, inside the base. I mean you couldn't expect Dyson or some little guy to sit in there blowing air up the pedestal. I suspect it's the same motor with the cone turbine blades that are used in the vacuums, but at lower speed. Don't know for sure though, but it works for me. I mentioned it's pricey and it is but I paid it because I wanted the features. Couldn't get them anywhere else so paid the price here. I also know Sir James didn't become wealthy by giving things away, and it's called business. I own both the handheld and Ball Dyson Vacuums and they have held up very well. If these fans do the same I won't complain. I'm 70 years old and find it hard to understand some people believing they are buying something magic. If you remember you're buying a different kind of fan that is somewhat expensive and not a magic carpet, most people won't be disappointed.

it was way too expensive, very loud for the amount of air it was putting out. I do not recommend it. I also own theDyson AM06 and it works way better than this model.