buying is a lightweight one. a portable fan should be easy to lift, so the weight is going to be a deal breaker in case you plan to use it around the house.
3. do you have kids around the house? if there are little kids running around the house, then it is a must to make sure that the blades are protected. their tiny fingers might feel attracted to touch the blades and in case they do, horrible accidents can happen.
4. are there pets around the house? horrible accidents can happen also if there are pets around the house. just like kids, they will feel attracted by the blades, thinking 