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    4.3 (14)
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    3.5 (13)
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    4.2 (13)
  • Noise Level
    4.0 (13)
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    4.6 (11)
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Jack

Jack

  • 2 reviews

Great quality

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Purchased in January 2021 for $133.00.

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Hello Jack,
Thank you for your GREAT feedback, it has all been noted and passed on.

Ian

IanNSW, 2580

  • 6 reviews
  • 1 like
  • Verified purchase

Good quality and easy to assemble

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The unit was purchased from Amazon and works fine. Only issue is the remote failed to work, rang Amazon, the remote was not available separately, they would send a complete new unit. As I had destroyed the box it came in I declined so Amazon gave me a $30 refund to my account



Purchased in January 2021 at Amazon for $152.00.

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Hello Ian,
Thank you for your review - happy to hear you're loving your fan.

Sam

SamSydney, NSW

  • 21 reviews

Poor Quality - Dangerous with kids around

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This is my second fan in 2 months . In both cases - The plastic rim ( holding the front and back cover ) broke apart releasing the front cover while the fan is in operation . The rim is of very poor quality . I would highly not recommend this with kids around .



Purchased in November 2021 at The Good Guys for $135.00.

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Cmac

CmacSydney Surrounds, NSW

  • 3 reviews

No good in the bedroom

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Looks good and makes good wind but..
Humming noise from the motor makes it to loud for bedroom use, even
on the lowest speed
Figure 8 oscillate function is more like an upside down U
I wasted money on a few cheaper fans that were too noisy for sleeping
and this one is unfortunately no better, the best fan I had in the bedroom
was a 15 dollar special a few years ago.
other than that...great.

Purchased in October 2021 at Bing Lee Physical store for $150.00.

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Hello Cmac,
I'm sorry to hear you weren't able to use the fan in the bedroom but I'm glad you do love it everywhere else in the home.

Far from perfect

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Purchased in October 2021 at Myer Online Store for $143.65.

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Carly

CarlySouthwest, VIC

  • 24 reviews
  • Verified purchase

Good Fan

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A very sturdy and quality fan. It is quite powerful and has many modes for how you like the air to be blowing. The remote and settings are very handy. I do not find it too noisy. The one thing I dislike is the bright blue light - makes it impossible to sleep. We put dark sticky tape over it. Thanks to the reviewers here for helping me chose a fan.

Purchased in February 2021 at Myer Retail Stores for $149.00.

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Customer C.Sunbeam

Hi Carly,
Thanks for the great review!

Terrella

Terrella

  • 9 reviews
  • 8 likes

Mum loved it so much I had to go and get another one!

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It's a quiet fan and moves a lot of air. The round base is heavy and the fan is a lot more stable than a lot of other pedestal fans.
There are a lot of settings which we don't really make use of but they're there if needed.
The remote is very handy for elderly, injured or disabled people. The buttons are easy to use and suitable for people with limited dexterity.
One of these fans runs for about 95% of the day and night and has never skipped a beat and the motor doesn't get too hot.

Purchase date and price are 'guesstamates' and would be different as we have 2 of them.

Purchased in January 2021 at The Good Guys Physical store for $120.00.

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Customer C.Sunbeam

Hi Terralla,
Thanks for the great review !

Very Quiet Fan Once You Make A Few Upgrades

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Purchased in March 2021 at The Good Guys for $127.00.

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Hi Andrew B,
Thank you for reviewing. I must say if the fan is on Speed 1 it is almost silent. I must say though we would never advise our customers to alter the fan or open it up due to safety concerns.

Jordan

JordanMetropolitan Adelaide, SA

  • 4 reviews
  • Verified purchase

Great fan - nice and quiet

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This fan is great, nice and quiet. Excellent speed for the recent hot days/nights we have had lately. The oscillating modes are a good touch (infinity). Only problem is you can't turn of the LED lights and they are really bright. I've just resorted to tying a sock around it to block it out

Purchased in February 2021 at The Good Guys for $149.00.

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Hi Jordan,
Thank you for the feedback. The FA8900 is a great fan. I will pass on you comments in regards to the LED lights to our design and technical team.

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Ian

IanCentral Highlands and Goldfields, VIC

  • Verified purchase

I wanted it to be good but...

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I brought this fan today from The Good Guys for $149. It was easy to assemble, looks great, and I really liked the heavy solid pedistal base. However when the fan was on the highest setting it developed and high pitched whining noise, almost like a vibration. I disassembled and reassembed the fan, double checking I'd followed the instructions. The same high pitched whining noise came back when on the highest fan speed. On the lowest speed, the motor is also louder than I expected. Like other reviewers I thought the LED's are way to bright, they really need an (auto) diming function. This is such a pitty as I really wanted it to be good but sadly it wasnt and I'll be returning it and probably head back to Bunnings for a $50 Arlec.

Purchased in March 2021 at The Good Guys for $149.00.

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Hi Ian,
Thank you for your feedback and we apologise for the issue. The noise you describe is certainly not usual. If you have not already taken it back to the store - please try a replacement unit. These really are great fans.

DavidB

DavidBSouth East Queensland, QLD

  • 9 reviews

BEST FAN I'VE EVER OWNED!

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After many years of buying Bunnings Moretti fans we finally got fed up with the noise, breakdowns, and general lack of performance. We looked high and low for a decent fan and found this one on sale at Myer. It is quiet, stylish and has three way oscillation as well as "breeze mode" and a remote control (not necesseary for use as all the functions are on the fan) Its not a cheap unit at $150 on sale but we'll be using it for years... not months.

Purchased in December 2021 at Myer Retail Stores for $150.00.

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Hi DavidB,
Thank you for your great feedback.!

Jacquie

JacquieNorth Queensland, QLD

  • 9 reviews

FANtastic fan.

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Really attractive fan. Sturdy. The remote is great and contrary to what others say, the fan is quiet and covers a good area on oscillate. We love it. We looked at a variety of fans and this one was the best.

Purchased in February 2021 at The Good Guys for $155.00.

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Hi Jacquie,
Thanks for the great review !

Quality Build - Bright LEDs

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Hi Sunbeam

I went in to spend $90 on a fan and walked out of Good Guys after handing over $145 when I saw the difference in build quality between yours and the competitors for the extra 10's dollars.

Airflow, noise and functionality are top notch. However the LEDs are bright and I have had to put a 5cm strip of black electrical tape over the Blue fan speed LEDs to darken the room for sleep.

cheers

Drew

Purchased in January 2021 for $145.00.

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Thanks for the positive feedback Drew!

Lory

LoryMetropolitan Adelaide, SA

  • 5 reviews

Its amazing

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I cant understand previous reviews saying how loud the fan is. Mine is perfect. Even on high its easy to sleep with on. This fan has got me through the hot adelaide nights. Its number one. Only thing i dont like about it is the bright lights. But thats easy to get used to. I think some people are just too fussy

Date PurchasedFeb 2016
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Customer C.Sunbeam

Hi Lory, great to see you love the fan, it is certainly a favourite of mine!

Linda

LindaSydney

  • Verified purchase

Loud whirring noise in the motor and bright lights

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I bought this from JBHIFI today, but am not happy.
Pros: Stylish fan and i like the round base. It is fairly quiet, when on speed 3 or above it produces good air flow, oscillating component is good.
Cons: I cant feel the air standing 1.5 meters away when on speed setting 1 & 2. Quiet, but it has a constant whirring noise in the motor, which is annoying at night, the blue lights are super bright i might as well keep a night light on. I had to cover the blue lights with fabric so i could sleep.
Overall good fan, but i am not happy and will be returning this one.

Date PurchasedJan 2018
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Customer C.Sunbeam

Hi Linda,
Thank you for your feedback for your FA8900. Sorry to hear that the fan does not meet your standards. I'll be sure to pass your feedback on to our Design & Development team.

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Steve

StevePerth

  • Verified purchase

Humming Noise

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I agree with other reviewers who have similar issues with a loud humming noise - disappointing after reading so many reviews on how quiet this fan is. Impossible to use this fan in a bedroom whilst sleeping which is why we purchased. Back to the store we go and see if we have any luck with the next one...

Date PurchasedJan 2022
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Customer C.Sunbeam

Hi Steve,
Sorry to hear of the issues you have had with your FA8900. Please give us a call on 1300 881 861 if you experience any issues with your replacement.

Steve
Steve

Hi, thanks for your reply - David Jones WA is out of stock so can’t offer a replacement - are you able to assist?

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Customer C.Sunbeam

Hi Steve, We are more than happy to assist. Please call us on 1300 881 861 with your receipt.

Matthew

MatthewMelbourne, Victoria

  • 19 reviews

Top of the line, won't hurt the wallet.

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Was looking for an affordable portable air-con to get me through the Australian summer, and decided to go with this fan- it has a great range, strong breeze, and heaps of features. Additionally- looks great in the house!

Has been getting me through those sweaty summer nights, as hoped.
Don't waste your time and money with low quality coolers!

10/10

Date PurchasedOct 2018
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Thanks matthew - Appreciate the positive feedback.

Mel78

Mel78

  • 3 reviews
  • 3 likes

Whisper quiet

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I cannot understand the reviews saying this is noisy- this fan is so quiet, I don’t even know it’s on. It has a solid base and is easy to assemble. Love the remote control. Only drawback is bright light from the control panel which isn’t ideal at night. But overall, a great fan. Would definitely recommend.

Date PurchasedJan 2022
Wess82

Wess82South East Queensland, QLD

  • 2 reviews

Noisy... and bright light.

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The fan is noisy and sleep mode is even worst... it’s so loud. I tested it and I couldn’t sleep... it’s was louder than normal setting. The blue bright lights... soo bright. Good breeze comes out though and good oscillating feature but unfortunately to noisy.... overall okay fan. . .

Date PurchasedAug 2018
Carole

CaroleHunter Region, NSW

  • 9 reviews

A bit of a rattle

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This fan has great power and I love the figure 8 mode. However, it rattles quite a bit on high speed, and I’ve tried many times to adjust it with only short term success. It appears that the fan blades are slightly hitting the cage. Also the blue lights are too bright, as many people have mentioned.

Date PurchasedDec 2018
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Customer C.Sunbeam

HI Carole,
It should not be hitting the cage. If this continues please return to store for a replacement.

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Lory

Loryasked

Hi I've had this fan for a few years now and it's started to rattle and squeak when oscillating. Any ideas how I can fix it? It's keeping me awake it's so loud lol

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Ian
Ian

May be buy a replacement as I don't know that it is serviceable by anyone.

Ron W.

Ron W.asked

The top speed is just like a 1 setting

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Sunbeam
Customer CareSunbeam

Hello Ron W,
If you feel like there is a fault in the motor, please do return it to your retailer for a replacement.

Ron W.
Ron W.

We got this as a Christmas present Dec 2018. They gave us the instruction booklet but no receipt. By the way because we were so pleased with this make and model we bought a 2nd one which still operates perfectly.

Dawn

Dawnasked

Hi there I purchased this fan this week from Bing Lee and just put it together tonight but the motor makes a very loud humm noise that constantly kicks in when it's running. My friend has the exact same fan but his does not make this sound at all (which is why I bought this as I loved his). Is mine just faulty? Can I return for another quiet one which is what I thought I was purchasing?

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Sunbeam
Customer CareSunbeam

Hello Dawn,
You can have the store compare your unit to the store display model. Call ahead to see if they have a display mode to compare yours with.

Dawn
Dawn

Thank you I brought it back in and their display model hummed even worse (yet the one in JBHIFI or my friends one does not) so they would not allow me to return it. So stuck with a loud fan at night and never purchasing in Bing Lee again thanks :-(

Thaise F.
Thaise F.

Same problem, Dawn, purchased yesterday, what an annoying sound! The one in the store we bought it wasn't making that sound, will try to replace it.

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