What benefits does this have over a Vornado heater?
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Better heat out put more heat coming out of the heater. Tryed the Vornado took it back and got another Lasko 5812. Vornado didn't heat the room as good as the Lasko did.
1792384
No comparison. Vornado doesn't have the heat output compared to this little workhorse.
1792385
You're asking the right person. Before purchasing the Lasko, I purchased the Vornado. I don't recall the model number but it was top-of-the-line model & cost much more than the Lasko. The worst thing about the Vornado was the air flow. On the highest setting, it provided a very light breeze that I could barely feel. Heating my bathroom so I didn't freeze when I got out of the shower in winter required leaving the Vornado on with the door closed for at least an hour. I don't even have to have the Lasko on until I get in the shower & it usually doesn't require the highest setting. They both have the safety tip-over switch & the Lasko also shuts off automatically if it gets too hot.
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You're asking the right person. Before purchasing the Lasko, I purchased the Vornado. I don't recall the model number but it was top-of-the-line model & cost much more than the Lasko. The worst thing about the Vornado was the air flow. On the highest setting, it provided a very light breeze that I could barely feel. Heating my bathroom so I didn't freeze when I got out of the shower in winter required leaving the Vornado on with the door closed for at least an hour. I don't even have to have the Lasko on until I get in the shower & it usually doesn't require the highest setting. They both have the safety tip-over switch & the Lasko also shuts off automatically if it gets too hot. You're asking the right person. Before purchasing the Lasko, I purchased the Vornado. I don't recall the model number but it was top-of-the-line model & cost much more than the Lasko. The worst thing about the Vornado was the air flow. On the highest setting, it provided a very light breeze that I could barely feel. Heating my bathroom so I didn't freeze when I got out of the shower in winter required leaving the Vornado on with the door closed for at least an hour. I don't even have to have the Lasko on until I get in the shower & it usually doesn't require the highest setting. They both... » Read More You're asking the right person. Before purchasing the Lasko, I purchased the Vornado. I don't recall the model number but it was top-of-the-line model & cost much more than the Lasko. The worst thing about the Vornado was the air flow. On the highest setting, it provided a very light breeze that I could barely feel. Heating my bathroom so I didn't freeze when I got out of the shower in winter required leaving the Vornado on with the door closed for at least an hour. I don't even have to have the Lasko on until I get in the shower & it usually doesn't require the highest setting. They both have the safety tip-over switch & the Lasko also shuts off automatically if it gets too hot. « Show Less
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Well David, I can't say that I'm familiar with the Vornado, but I can say that this particular model Lasko quite simply sucked and it has long since been replaced. For one, the temperature knob really did nothing at all. It was either on or you turned it off. I really can't say I was pleased with anything about it.
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My girlfriend has one and heats her living room with it...she did not notice much increase in her electric bill. So I got one for our bedroom and did not notice any jump in our electric bill. It is also relaxing on nights or grey days when you want the 'flame' lights on but no heat.
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I have this in my living room and it is actually quiter than the 800 sq foot one I have in my bedroom. Though to be honest I would get one of the smaller ones that are much cheaper for your bedroom. This unit puts off surprisingly little heat considering it claims to be for 2000 sq feet, I hear good things about the Dr. Infrared Heater 1500 sq ft one, but I don't own one of those so I can't personally attest to it.
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This is up to you, Mary, since the heater doesn't have a water tray to add moisture to the air. I use a humidifier myself, to put moisture into the air for the comfort of people and for the plants too. I think you need a humidifier, with this machine, in a residential living area, anyway. I've used a Vornado machine for years - I clean the washable filter at the beginning of the season and it works fine, here's a link to it, but they are many humidifiers with good feedback, that I see on Amazon, that are lower in price.Vornado Evap40 4-Gallon Evaporative Humidifier This is up to you, Mary, since the heater doesn't have a water tray to add moisture to the air. I use a humidifier myself, to put moisture into the air for the comfort of people and for the plants too. I think you need a humidifier, with this machine, in a residential living area, anyway. I've used a Vornado machine for years - I clean the washable filter at the beginning of the season and it works fine, here's a link to it, but they are many humidifiers with good feedback, that I see on Amazon, that are lower in price.Vornado... » Read More This is up to you, Mary, since the heater doesn't have a water tray to add moisture to the air. I use a humidifier myself, to put moisture into the air for the comfort of people and for the plants too. I think you need a humidifier, with this machine, in a residential living area, anyway. I've used a Vornado machine for years - I clean the washable filter at the beginning of the season and it works fine, here's a link to it, but they are many humidifiers with good feedback, that I see on Amazon, that are lower in price.Vornado Evap40 4-Gallon Evaporative Humidifier « Show Less
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I have been very happy with the performance with King heaters. I do not heat a space of this size. Call them and I'm sure they will guide you to the right model for your needs.
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The Vornado fan is as strong as the limitations of the electric outlet it is plugged into! (Usually 12 amperes) Any hot air from a heater is going to rise! This is a fact of life! I have two Vornados and have always appreciated their capabilities. Heat from the Vornado leaves the unit slightly spinning. This has a tendency to thrust the warm air a little further than the average heater, but the air is still going to rise!!! Sounds like you need an infrared heater in the ceiling of your shower. Not a heater on the floor. Good luck.
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I too found that the Vornado VH2 Vortex didn't really give out much heat.I'll agree with Ian, the heater really does a better job at evenly raising the temperature in a small room. But, boy, it takes a looooong time to do even that.I returned mine, it wasn't the right heater for how my wife and I use it.
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My wife has it on the floor and somewhat next to the bed. It's pretty easy to regulate temp. controls and the thermostat seems pretty accurate and sensitive. The thing about heat is that it rises. And the blowing air heats a bit locally, but goes straight up. Sometimes I find it more cost effective (for myself) to heat via conduction (heating blanket) or sitting next to something like the Sengoku panel heater which uses 150 watts. Sengoku SP-160 Mini Panel Electric Heater. 150 WattMy wife has this Vornado on all night and my local electric bill is sometimes off the chart. Then again - I live in a 1860's Massachusetts house which is for the most part a heat sieve. :) My wife has it on the floor and somewhat next to the bed. It's pretty easy to regulate temp. controls and the thermostat seems pretty accurate and sensitive. The thing about heat is that it rises. And the blowing air heats a bit locally, but goes straight up. Sometimes I find it more cost effective (for myself) to heat via conduction (heating blanket) or sitting next to something like the Sengoku panel heater which uses 150 watts. Sengoku SP-160 Mini Panel Electric Heater. 150 WattMy wife has this Vornado on all... » Read More My wife has it on the floor and somewhat next to the bed. It's pretty easy to regulate temp. controls and the thermostat seems pretty accurate and sensitive. The thing about heat is that it rises. And the blowing air heats a bit locally, but goes straight up. Sometimes I find it more cost effective (for myself) to heat via conduction (heating blanket) or sitting next to something like the Sengoku panel heater which uses 150 watts. Sengoku SP-160 Mini Panel Electric Heater. 150 WattMy wife has this Vornado on all night and my local electric bill is sometimes off the chart. Then again - I live in a 1860's Massachusetts house which is for the most part a heat sieve. :) « Show Less
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It is pretty powerful so it can circulate air very quickly. A side to side fan may work just as good but the Vornado is extremely powerful and since it's able to move air so fast may be just as good. If you plan to have it facing someone though while blowing, having it on the high setting may be a bit nerve-wracking if it's blowing in their face.
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Using it daily on the low setting I don't see any impact on my electric bill. The comfort from the extra moisture and the added warmth of the air since it's more humid make up for the minor cost of operation.
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Yes it will... it has worked for both circulating warm & cool air forme,,, I have been using Vornado for over 15 years & feel it is the best fan on the market, well worth the cost & the only fan I will buy...
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I use this heater in addition to forced air in a part of a room that is an addition expansion of an original room. The addition is a wall of windows and has a vaulted ceiling. It adds nice quiet warmth to that area. I see only a minimal increase in my electric bill. Maybe $3-$4 dollars. But it is only November (our October was exceptionally cold for the season). I keep it set between 2-3. I am not familiar with radiant ceiling heat.
1788694
The Vornado TVH 500 can reach a temp.of 85 I think you need something bigger
1711752
It uses very little energy and is so wonderfully efficient! We have a very low electric bill, and our Vornado runs almost 24 hours a day. I'll never buy any other fan than a Vornado! Love it!
82541
Overall I'm very happy with heater, very enjoyable to use, which may lead to overuse negating any savings. Puts off a lot of heat
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We have 7 Vornado heaters in this 1837 house, heated wtih a soapstone woodstove, but having areas that need a "boost". All the floors have carpets and the heaters shut off it tipped over, but are "cool" on the outside so are perfectly safe. They heat a sealed room evenly, from floor to ceiling. I only run 1 to 3 (hi/low) at any given time, but they are in place for instant use when needed. Two of the heaters are the Remote Control "Touchstone" version; five are the DVDTH models. The company repairs them for free if problems occur. Had a circuit go after 4 years on one ... and a motor shaft bind. They are quiet and highly efficient. We have 7 Vornado heaters in this 1837 house, heated wtih a soapstone woodstove, but having areas that need a "boost". All the floors have carpets and the heaters shut off it tipped over, but are "cool" on the outside so are perfectly safe. They heat a sealed room evenly, from floor to ceiling. I only run 1 to 3 (hi/low) at any given time, but they are in place for instant use when needed. Two of the heaters are the Remote Control "Touchstone" version; five are the DVDTH models. The company repairs them for free if problems occur. Had a circuit go after 4 years... » Read More We have 7 Vornado heaters in this 1837 house, heated wtih a soapstone woodstove, but having areas that need a "boost". All the floors have carpets and the heaters shut off it tipped over, but are "cool" on the outside so are perfectly safe. They heat a sealed room evenly, from floor to ceiling. I only run 1 to 3 (hi/low) at any given time, but they are in place for instant use when needed. Two of the heaters are the Remote Control "Touchstone" version; five are the DVDTH models. The company repairs them for free if problems occur. Had a circuit go after 4 years on one ... and a motor shaft bind. They are quiet and highly efficient. « Show Less
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I really like this heater but I am not comfortable leaing any space heater unattended. It will be interested to see what other answers u get.