Review for MiniMax Tower Fan

A portable tower fan, sized just right for your desk.

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A powerful desk fan in a compact size! Delivering powerful blasts of air from a compact size, MiniMax tower fans are great space-saving ideas for the office or home. You'll be more comfortable and productive when you create better airflow. Our mini tower fan quietly delivers 80 cubic feet of air per minute--without taking up a lot of space. Put a mini tower fan on your desk and see how easy breezy can be.

Tower fans are perfect for small work areas.
As a desk fan, the MiniMax can fit discreetly to the side yet make a refreshing difference in your workspace. Or use it on any tabletop where space is an issue. And because they're so lightweight and compact, you can take these tower fans with you from room to room.

This desk fan delivers maximum power in minimum space.
  • 2,800-RPM motor delivers more than 80 cubic feet of air per minute.
  • Mini tower fan features three speeds to create comfortable airflow.
  • One-, two-, and four-hour timer programs help save energy.
  • 90° oscillation delivers even airflow over an entire room.
  • UL-listed.

    Create better circulation with a fantastic mini tower fan! MiniMax tower fans feature compact, sleek designs...and performance you can be comfortable with! Order your desk fan now!

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    MiniMax Tower Fan

    SKU# 340182p

    Customer Rating

    Review Snapshot®
    Avg. Customer Rating:
     
    4.3 stars
    (based on 30 reviews)
    93% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

    Pros:
    Adjustable(14), Compact design(24), Durable(7), Lightweight(17), Powerful(22)
    Cons:
    Loud(3)
    Best Uses:
    Large rooms(3), Small rooms(23), Travel(7)
    Describe Yourself:
    Budget buyer(4), Quality oriented(25)
    Primary use:
    Business(10), Personal(18)
     
    Outstanding Product [...]
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By SullyVerified Purchaser from Beaumont, TX on 4/20/2009
    Gift:
    No
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Compact Design, Durable, Lightweight, Powerful, Quiet, Stable Base
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms, Travel
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Business
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    Product was sent on time, easy set up, easy operation. Quiet enough for office use.

     
    Just what I wanted
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By ChinnyVerified Purchaser from San Diego, CA on 2/21/2009
    Gift:
    No
    Pros:
    Compact Design, Powerful, Quiet
    Cons:
    Lacks Adjustability
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    My apartment room has bad air circulation, the room gets really warm and stuffy sometimes. The fan was good at getting the air to circulate, and it did help to cool down the room temp a little. It was a refreshing addition to the room. I like it mostly because it is quite compared to other fans I’ve used.

     
    minimax packs a punch
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By suraj the dadVerified Purchaser from northern new jersey on 1/30/2009
    Gift:
    No
    Pros:
    Compact Design, Lightweight, Powerful, Stable Base
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms, Travel
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    i use this i my kids nursery to keeop the air circulating & fresh

     
    A Great Buy for the Money!
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By ollieVerified Purchaser from Rockland County, NY on 1/30/2009
    Gift:
    No
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Compact Design, Powerful, Quiet, Stable Base
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Business
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    I use this mini tower fan at my office. The building never gets the temperature right, so this fan runs a good 3 to 4 hours every day. Its powerful and very quiet. Well made, I would purchase another one in a heart beat, but It so well made, i'll probably still have it when I retire.

     
    Good small fan
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By toothfriendVerified Purchaser from Jefferson city, TN on 1/17/2009
    Gift:
    Yes
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Compact Design, Powerful, Quiet
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms, Travel
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    great for use in upstairs office

     
    Great product
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By Dorm ResidentVerified Purchaser from Athens, GA on 11/1/2008
    Gift:
    No
    Pros:
    Compact Design, Durable, Lightweight, Powerful, Quiet, Stable Base
    Best Uses:
    Large Rooms, Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Value Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    I use the fan in my dorm room and it is perfect. It doesn't take up too much room which is great becasue I live in such a small area. It is also powerful enough to cool my entire room.

     
    MiniMax™ Tower Fan
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By AlexVerified Purchaser from San Jose, CA on 10/31/2008
    Gift:
    No
    Pros:
    Compact Design, Powerful, Quiet, Stable Base
    Cons:
    Oscillating Noise
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    It's compact, works great as a desk top space saver. The only negative - After two weeks of moderate use it now makes noise while it oscillates. Aside from that, it's everything I wanted and more.

     
    great fan!
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By steph the runnerVerified Purchaser from Pasadena, ca on 10/10/2008
    Gift:
    Yes
    Pros:
    Durable, Quiet
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Business
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    great fan and very quiet

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    The Perfect Fan for Your Office
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By Don the GeologistVerified Purchaser from Houston, Texas on 9/26/2008
    Gift:
    No
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Quiet, Stable Base
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Business
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    I've had other office fans that were either too noisy or too powerful. This fan provides just the right amount of air movement and is very quiet.

     
    tiny but mighty
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By PamVerified Purchaser from chicago on 9/5/2008
    Pros:
    Compact Design, Lightweight, Powerful, Quiet, Stable Base
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms, Travel
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    This small sized fan is perfect for the kitchen counter top! A small fan that delivers a huge breeze.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    nice office fan
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By par fiveVerified Purchaser from Las Vegas, NV on 9/5/2008
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Lightweight, Powerful, Stable Base
    Cons:
    Loud
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Business
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    The fan does a great job taking the edge off of the afternoon sun. I don't think the fan is as quiet as is advertised (my last fan was much quieter than this one), but it is certainly not too noisy for an office environment. My last fan didn't oscillate, and I like the fact that this one does.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    A Perfect Study or Dorm Gift
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By EllenVerified Purchaser from Northern Michigan on 8/22/2008
    Pros:
    All age group appropriate
    Best Uses:
    So quiet in any room
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    At 67 I feel I joined the modern age! This is
    a wonderful fan; I use it in my study and plan
    to order more for my children as well. It is
    petite, unobstrusive and quiet, but with such great performance.

    [1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Small Powerhouse
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By Jersey GalVerified Purchaser from Highland Park, NJ on 8/15/2008
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Compact Design, Lightweight, Powerful, Stable Base
    Best Uses:
    Large Rooms, Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    We placed this fan on top our entertainment center between various picture frames. It cools our entire living room quickly. With only one AC vent in an open space with sunlight windows - it was always the hottest room in the house. No longer! This little powerhouse of a fan did the trick without adding an eyesore in our common living space.

     
    Quite Little Powerhouse!
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By MamasueVerified Purchaser from Texas on 8/6/2008
    Pros:
    Compact Design, Powerful, Quiet
    Describe Yourself:
    Value Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    It was ideal for me. I gave one to my daughter. She emailed: "Hi Mom, I just wanted to thank you for the WONDERFUL Brookstone fan. I absolutely love it. It's so quite and cold! This is going to be a great addition to our new home!!!"(she's getting married and lives in an unairconditioned apartment in NYC.) Truly amazing. Great value!!

    [2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

     
    TOWER FAN - GREAT DESIGN
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By TimVerified Purchaser from Wash, DC on 7/25/2008
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Compact Design, Durable, Lightweight, Powerful, Quiet, Stable Base
    Best Uses:
    Office Space
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    I'm very happy and satisfied with this purchase. I use it in my cubicle. The design is excellent for the space, it doesn't take up much room. I would recommend it to other Brookstone customers.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Excellent small fan
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By Work at homeVerified Purchaser from New York, NY on 6/27/2008
    Pros:
    Compact Design, Lightweight, Quiet, Stable Base
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Business
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    Compact, quiet, works great.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Its an amazing fan
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By LindaVerified Purchaser from Smithfield, RI on 6/19/2008
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Compact Design, Lightweight, Powerful, Quiet, Stable Base
    Cons:
    have not found any
    Best Uses:
    perfect for guest bedroom, Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    Perfect for a small room. Quiet and effective. It solved our problem without adding a large, noisy, bulky fan.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Help for Hot Flashes!
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By Emma the NewfVerified Purchaser from Wayne, NJ on 5/23/2008
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Compact Design, Lightweight, Powerful, Quiet, Stable Base
    Best Uses:
    Countertop, Desktop, Small Rooms, Under desk
    Describe Yourself:
    Value Oriented
    Primary use:
    Business
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    The office heating and cooling system isn't comfortable for a large number of our employees. They are always hot. I placed a number of MiniMax Towers in strategic spots throughout their work areas (i.e. under desks to cool feet, behind on countertops, on desks). Everyone is happier, comfortable, and more productive. A particularly desirable feature is the design which prevents paperwork from flying off the desk when the fan is on.

    [2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Excellent fan for an office!!!
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By SaraVerified Purchaser from Bridgewater, NJ on 5/12/2008
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Compact Design, Cools office quickly, Lightweight, Powerful, Quiet
    Best Uses:
    Cubicle, Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    My cubicle is very warm and this fan is the quietest one I have ever owned. It cools my whole cubicle in very little time. I love the timer feature as well.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Good fan
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By DebbyVerified Purchaser from Houston, Texas on 3/29/2008
    Pros:
    Compact Design, Powerful
    Cons:
    Loud
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms, Travel
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    Good fan with great cooling power. Only problem is loud noise when oscillating feature is used.

    [2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

     
    MiniMax
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By Shzanski from ATL on 3/21/2008
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Compact Design, Durable, Lightweight, Powerful
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Business

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    My company moved to a new building and my office now gets the afternoon Atlanta sun. My office gets horribly hot around 1 pm. My boss bought me this fan for my one year anniversary...I love this gift! It is awesome...kicks out cool air.....and it is fairly quiet.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    The best small fan I have ever purchased
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By Hoot Up the HollerVerified Purchaser from Bridgeport, WV on 3/7/2008
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Compact Design, Powerful
    Cons:
    Can be noisy at low speed
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    I have long sought a small fan for use in my bedroom, one that moves enough air but at the same time has small footprint. This fan has fit the bill very well. On the highest speed it really pushes a lot of air, but unlike many other fans where low speed is useless, the low speed on this fan still moves the air noticeably. And there are three speeds.

    Another great feature is that the settings you have in place when you turn it off are also the same when you turn it back on; you don't ave to reset the speed, oscillation, etc.

    Only one small peeve is that it can be a little noisy on low with oscillation. Also, I would have been willing to pay a little more for remote control like the full-size fan Brookstone sells (which I also own, and it is fabulous).

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Great Little Fan
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By GenaVerified Purchaser from Jersey City, NJ on 1/4/2008
    Pros:
    Compact Design, Lightweight, Powerful
    Cons:
    Blue light is bright, Loud
    Best Uses:
    Large Rooms, Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    I love my fan. I only wish the blue light was a little dimmer.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Nice stream of air
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By RayVerified Purchaser from Newnan, GA on 10/23/2007
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Compact Design, Lightweight
    Cons:
    Needs more color
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms, Travel
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    This product is used in a small studio room and it circulates the air very good

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Great Fan
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By VikingVerified Purchaser from Lebanon, NH on 10/23/2007
    Pros:
    Compact Design, Powerful, Quiet
    Cons:
    Oscillate light
    Best Uses:
    Bedroom
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    I have purchased several of these and I have been pleased.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    MiniMax Is Mighty
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By Workaholic JakeVerified Purchaser from Dayton, Ohio on 10/22/2007
    Pros:
    Adjustable, Compact Design, Durable, Lightweight, Powerful, Quiet, Stable Base
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented, Value Oriented
    Primary use:
    Business
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    I use this product in my office and it is perfect for keeping air moving and running quietly in the background.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Powerful, Compact, Excellent Product
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By Jeff GregoryVerified Purchaser from Chapel Hill, NC on 10/22/2007
    Pros:
    Compact Design, Durable, Lightweight, Powerful, Quiet, Stable Base
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms, Travel
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    I now own three of these: one for my office, one for my bedroom, and one for a second home and/or travel. They are powerful enough to really stir the air, but not too noisy. I like a bit of hum in the background when I sleep, and the fan provides that without being obtrusive. The closer you put it, the cooler it gets, but it moves the air in the room regardless of how much you can actually feel it. Compact, nice design, subtle footprint. One hint: the oscillating function lights up a pretty bright blue light, which can be a little bright in the dark. My Solution: any sticker will do.

     
    Great item.
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By Office ManagerVerified Purchaser from Stamford, CT on 8/16/2007
    Pros:
    Compact Design, Lightweight, Quiet
    Best Uses:
    Small Rooms
    Describe Yourself:
    Quality Oriented
    Primary use:
    Business
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    The mini-towers are great in small offices. Does the work without taking too much space.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Lighthouse
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By Book Maven from Amherst, MA on 8/4/2007
    Pros:
    Attractive Design, Easily Understood Instructions, Easy Installation, Simple Interface
    Cons:
    Oscillate LED Superbright, Overpriced
    Best Uses:
    Dry Climates, Humid Climates, Poor Air Quality, Warm Climates
    Describe Yourself:
    Handyman
    Bottom Line:
    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    The LED for the Oscillate function is unbelievably bright! It can get distracting when you are sleeping. Also it is kind of noisy -- it is a lot noisier than when the fan was brand new like the other reviewer stated.

    This fan is kind of overpriced. For this price, it should have an air ionizer built in or something, but it does not! My dad bought this for me and I wish he hadn't spent so money. I would've been happy with a $10 standard circular shaped fan but if you need a fan with a very small footprint and are willing to pay the extra cash, this is the fan to get.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Cool appearance - a strong but noisy fan
    Review for MiniMax Tower Fan - Customer Ratings
    By Jo studentVerified Reviewer from Central PA on 8/1/2007
    Pros:
    Attractive Design, Easily Understood Instructions, Easy Installation, Resonable price
    Cons:
    Noisy
    Best Uses:
    Dry Climates, Humid Climates, Warm Climates
    Describe Yourself:
    Renter
    Bottom Line:
    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    Comments about MINIMAX TOWER FAN:

    The fan blows a big volume of air. However, the fan started getting noisy within a month. Using the oscillating motion will make the noise worse.

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