After finally saying goodbye to my ancient and dying old pedestal fan, I invested in a brand-new AirCraft LUME for the bedroom. I chose this fan thanks to some great reviews online, and after 30 days of using it – including making it through its first UK heatwave – it’s time to decide whether the AirCraft LUME is worth it.
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First Impressions
One of the reasons I chose the AirCraft LUME over other similarly priced fans was its stylish appearance. I love the off-white and contrasting black colour scheme, as well as the unique design of the head. In person, it looks and feels just as premium as it does online. I love how well it fits with the style of my bedroom, and I’m really pleased that I don’t feel the need to hide it away when it’s not in use.
Once unboxed, the fan required a small amount of assembly. It comes in three pieces and is easy enough to screw together. It’s also surprisingly versatile — assemble it with all the pieces for a full-height pedestal fan, or leave out the stem section to create a shorter tabletop version. It’s easy to switch between the two configurations as needed, making it ideal for moving between rooms or using while working from home.
It’s significantly more space-saving than my old fan, thanks to its compact base, which doesn’t get in the way of furniture legs. Overall, it slots neatly into the corner of my room when not in use. Despite its smaller footprint, it feels sturdy and well built, and I never worry about it tipping over.
Features & Functionality of the AirCraft LUME
The AirCraft LUME comes packed with features, including:
- 12 speed settings
- 3 operating modes: Normal mode for a constant fan speed; Natural mode, which varies the airflow to mimic a natural outdoor breeze; and Sleep mode, where the fan speed gradually decreases every 30 minutes.
- Horizontal and vertical oscillation, which can be used independently or together to create full-room air circulation. Both directions offer three oscillation angles: 30°, 60° and 90°. If you prefer the fan angled in a specific direction, the vertical oscillation can also be paused at your chosen position.
- A sleep timer, adjustable from 1 to 12 hours.
- A remote control, allowing you to adjust all of the settings from across the room.
- The LUME lighting feature, a built-in dimmable backlight with three brightness settings.
The lighting feature isn’t something I particularly needed, but it does create a pleasant ambient glow that’s great for creating a relaxing atmosphere. On its lowest setting, it would also work well as a subtle nightlight.
Performance & Airflow
The main thing we all care about with a fan is its performance. With its wide range of speed settings and 3D oscillation, I’ve found the AirCraft LUME very effective at creating a cooling breeze in my bedroom at night. It’s infinitely better than the entry-level pedestal fan it replaced, and I can still feel the airflow from across the room.
Is it actually cooling? Well, yes and no. It’s not air conditioning, and it can’t perform miracles by dramatically lowering the temperature of a room. What it does do is create a powerful, consistent airflow that feels genuinely cooling, and it’s been a godsend on warmer nights. The airflow also feels very smooth and natural, especially compared to traditional fans.
The AirCraft LUME is also incredibly quiet. On the lower settings it’s practically silent, and even at full speed all you really hear is a soft whir from the blades. The lack of any noticeable motor noise is a huge plus in my book. Powerful, but quiet.
How did it perform in the heatwave?
On warm nights, it’s the perfect fan for the bedroom. On the very hottest nights following 30°C+ days? Well, the room was still very warm, even with the fan running. However, the fact that I was still able to sleep well on those nights because this fan was running speaks for itself.
I bought it to help me sleep through hot nights, and it has done exactly that. Although the room itself remained warm (upstairs bedrooms often do because heat rises), increasing the fan speed created a cooling breeze that made a noticeable difference. It couldn’t lower the room temperature, but it made the conditions significantly more comfortable and much easier to sleep in.
So Is the AirCraft LUME Fan worth the price?
The AirCraft LUME is usually £149 and I paid £129 in a spring offer. And it has absolutely been worth the investment so far! I would buy it again, and in fact am considering buying a separate one for our living room.
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