It’s a high-performing, smart pedestal fan that comes with a huge, and impressive array of features.
It’s not perfect.
I’d also like the option to change the oscillation speed but these are very minor points.
you’re able to alternatively buy a gold model for $159.99.
The best like-for-like alternative to the Dreo 704S is the $135Ofuzzi Breeze 10 Pro+.
The major plus side to this, however, is that the fan is easy to move around.
As you change the fan head’s position, it glides smoothly between these arms and looks high-end.
In stark contrast to the plastic stand and base, the fan head and grille look and feel high-end.
The fan’s touch controls are then aligned vertically down the front of the base.
This is a very welcome bonus.
The majority of elements on the 704S fan are well considered.
It’s rare for me to say this, but I’m struggling to find fault with it.
Even on the lowest setting, the fan is powerful and effective.
I could sit on the other side of the room and still feel the wind touching me.
This made it an ideal fan to have in the bedroom at night.
As did its whisper-quiet noise.
Yet I didn’tneedto use this mode.
The biggest benefit of using Sleep mode is that the speed gradually decreases throughout the night.
On the highest, Turbo mode this noise increased to slightly above Dreo’s promised 51dB, averaging 56dB.
A small, almost indiscernible difference and at a level that’s equivalent to the humming of a refrigerator.
Speaking of modes, the differences are as follows:
My favorite mode is Natural mode.
It really does feel like there’s a gentle breeze flowing over you and this is comfortable and calming.
Auto Mode works really well, too.
In my living room I have a large bay window that faces west.
Auto Mode solved this problem.
The other modes gave me more customization and automation than I needed.
The presets can be accessed via the base’s touch controls, and remote.
It’s easy to keep pressing the respective buttons until you reach the desired angle.
My only, very minor complaint is that the oscillation speed is slower than I’d like.
I’d love the option to speed this up but I’m nitpicking.
I remarked to my partner during my review that “I love this fan” and it’s true.
I used my with Alexa and there are 26 standard prompts listed.
I often used these controls at night when the fan was in my bedroom.
This is in addition to the timer and scheduling features found on the Dreo app.
It’s intuitive and everything is well-labelled and clear.
When you first pop swing open the app it will search for nearby Dreo devices.
you could also dive into the fan’s Wi-Fi and voice controls via the configs button.
Clicking the image of the fan takes you to the full range of 704S' controls.
There’s a menu at the top that lets you switch between Standard, Turbo and Custom modes.
Alternatively you’re free to move it using the arrows, or set Common Angles.
I’d pay a large part of the PolyFan 704S' price for this feature alone.
Should you buy the Dreo PolyFan 704S?
It offers 12 speeds, 4 modes, and 4 oscillation degrees.
The overall design is sleek too.
This included my living room, large open-plan loft, children’s bedrooms, and master bedroom.
This includes using voice commands.
I also monitored how loud the fan was on different speeds, and in different modes.
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First reviewed May 2024
