When shopping for a window fan I set a budget of $100 or less. I wanted one that would last the longest and move the most air with the least noise possible. Long-lasting meant mechanical controls (not digital push buttons or remote controls) and air movement without noise meant the biggest blades possible. I shopped a lot and decided this was the one for me, and at a lot less than I expected to have to pay. I have the fan plugged into a Clapper outlet control (that's about 20 years old and works perfectly) so I can turn it on/off from bed if I want without a remote dying or getting lost or consuming expensive batteries. The Clapper Sound Activated On/Off Switch, 1 Each I've had this fan about a month now and I have no complaints. It makes as little fan/air noise as I think it reasonably can (and doesn't beep, I hate beeping appliances!) and moves as much air as I would expect for its size. It's weaker than a 20" box fan in terms of total airflow, but 2 x 8" fans = 16" and 16 < 20, so that makes sense. The thermostat works well. With a thermometer mounted on a nearby wall I've correlated thermostat knob position to approximate room temperature and it's entirely repeatable. The side extension adjustment has been mentioned negatively in other reviews but I had no issues with it. I measured my window, subtracted the fan + left-side extension's width, then extended the right-side as needed and locked that adjustment before inserting the fan into the window, then slid the left-side extension into place and set the whole assembly down and lowered the window on top of it. This fan has allowed me to not use my A/C so far this year when all my neighbors have theirs running daily...what more could I ask for? I have this set to exhaust in my bedroom window and two windows (all 3 the same size) open in the living room so air flows in from a shaded patio and it's perfect for me. I really feel this is the best window fan on the market that's <$100.
We got the Holmes Twin Window Fan at the same time as we got the Bionaire Twin Reversible Airflow Window Fan for my son's room. I figured for the $10 price difference we didn't really need the remote control. While that is true, I kinda think the Boinaire is worth that, even without the remote. Reasons:
- Noise. Both fans the same size, with pretty much the same size bladges, but the Holmes is much noisier! I'm glad I planned this for the (super hot!) laundry room, not a bedroom, as its pretty loud.
- The Bionaire Digital has temperature readout. You can see what the room temperature is, and set it to a temp to a target temp. With the Holmes you have a dial with dots from big to small. No indication what they are. On one hand this means it can't be poorly calibrated, on the other hand there is no way of knowing what temp you are setting unless you sit there and adjust it a lot.
- Side extensions: the Bionaire came with two solid, and one expandable. The Holmes did not have an adjustable one. Fine, as long as you're house is a standard size. Ours is not.
In general this is a fine fan, and if we had bought only one we might not be disappointed. But it is no competition for the Bionaire. That one is nice enough that we're ordering a second one for our bedroom!
Has been sucking air from my room 24/7 for several months now. Works good, although I did modify it. There is no 'always on' feature for the thermostat. Once outside temp gets to around 38-40F the fan shuts off even with the thermostat at the lowest settings. That will not be an issue for most, but I like my room COLD. I added a switch to selectively bypass the adjustable thermostat if I so choose...which for me, is always. The product works well and is fairly quiet. I am happy with it.
So far so good! Just need to order 2 or 3 more extender panels if I want to fill in the gap at the top. Thought the vertical install might be useful for others to see.
I would have given 4.5 stars if possible.
I initially bought a different Holmes model but returned it because it made a clicking noise on low speeds and had super annoying LED lights. Who wants these in a bedroom at night?
Pros of this model:
1. No LED Lights. Controls are easy to use
2. You can shut one fan to OFF while the other is ON. This wasn't true of other models.
3. Very quiet, considering it is actually a fan
4. Seems sturdy, like it could last a long time
5. Secures easily in window
Cons
1. The only con is a dumb design flaw. The pull latches that secure and release the sizer that slides horizontally into the right side of the window are located on the top side and bottom side of the unit. But the bottom side is resting securely on the window sill. So it's impossible to get your fingers under it to snap the bottom latch back into place. Not a deal breaker by any means, but annoying.
Feature Product
- Designed to fit into most double hung and slider windows
- Adjustable extender screen and bonus extender panel help to secure fan into larger windows
- Independent electronically reversible motors allows for air intake, exhaust, or air exchange
- Plug in the power cord into a 120 AC Outlet. Refer to the PDF attached below in Technical Specification for User Manual.
- Troubleshoot- if air does not seem to be blowing in properly adjust airflow directional switch to intake. Note-for slider windows set the fan vertically in your window opening with the left side of the fan situated on the bottom and the built-in extender panel on top
- Comfort control manual thermostat sets and maintains ideal comfort level
- Dual blade operation with independent electronically reversible motors; Three speed settings
- Water-resistant motors are safe to use during rainy weather; Designed to fit most double hung and slider windows
- Adjustable extender screen and extender panel help secure fan in larger windows; 3-year limited warranty
- Designed to fit windows with minimum openings of 25 in wide and 12 inches hide; With extender panels, can extend to width of 35 in.
Description
Jarden HAWF2041 Window Fan: In with the good air, out with the bad air. The Holmes Twin Window Fan operates quietly and efficiently by taking in fresh, cool outdoor air and exhausting stale, warm indoor air. The manual thermostat sets and maintains the ideal comfort level. The dual blade operation has independent controllable, reversible motors with 3 speed settings. The motors are water-resistant and are safe to use during rainy weather. Designed to fit most double hung and slider windows. 1 adjustable accordion extender screen and 1 5-inch removable panel help secure fan in larger windows. The product comes with a 3-year limited warranty.
This is a great fan for my purposes. I live in an apartment with a gas range/oven and no outside exhaust fan. I was tired of smelling gas and fish and other smelly foods 3 days later so I bought this fan to exhaust the smells out when I cook. It does a good job. The fan itself is great, but I am short, so the only downside to consider is where you are putting the fan and if you can still reach to open the window behind it. My only kitchen window is above the kitchen sink so I have to get a step ladder to reach across the sink to open the window behind the fan and then to close it again. The fan blocks some of the light coming in but not a big deal. As you can see in the picture, it takes up about half of the lower window. Yesterday it was breezy outside and I had the window open but the fan was not running, and the breeze had the blades turning as if it was on.
This fan did not come with a remote, but for kitchen use only, I didn't feel that was a deal breaker. It does have a control switch for each side and can be both intake, both exhaust, or one intake and one exhaust which is a very nice feature. Other fans I looked at were not reversible without physically taking the fan out and turning it around. I have not tested out the temperature switches since I'm using it strictly for exhaust purposes. My apartment has central air, so other than exhaust, I probably will not use the fan.
The fan is not extremely loud. In fact, when I walk into the next room, I can hardly hear it running. The pullout section is OK and given the size of the fan is sufficient, but if the fan were any stronger, it would need something stronger to keep it from falling over.
For the price and functionality, it is a very good fan. Just take it out of the box, position it in the window, plug it in, and turn it on.
A basic, good fan that does the job. They can be set to intake or exhaust, and have a switch that sets them to turn off automatically if the temperature drops. I have 4 of these Holmes fans, 2 with electronic controls and 2 with manual. Every time the power goes off for even a few seconds, the electronic ones stay off & have to be reset. The manual ones come back on. The fans work well when new, but as they age they don’t draw as well. The thing I don’t like is that they are not designed to be easily cleaned. The clips that hold the pull-out section don’t come off, and this prevents the grill from being completely removed. One plus: they are packed in cardboard, not Styrofoam.
I bought this fan because I'm a smoker and since I own my own home I reserve the right to smoke in it. With that said nobody likes the smell of stale smoke this fan fit's perfectly in my window and runs almost unheard while circulating the air in my smoking room, it's also great for using the morning cool air to bring down the temperature resulting in a slower warmup on hot days. The reverse switch is a must if you don't want the hassle of pulling your fan out and putting it back in to reverse air flow. I have had other window fans in the past and non of them worked as well as this one.
We do not have air conditioning, we live off grid. Wanted something that would suck in the cool night air to assist with our 'natural' air conditioning. This works very well, and does not use much energy. I love the fact that you can flip the switch and it will reverse the fans, so you can exhaust air, like when the husband burns the popcorn, or intake air, like we do at night.
All Holmes products are my choice. I have their heaters & fans throughout my house to comfort me & my family during the 4 seasons in NYC. My 1st HAWF2041-N Twin Fan was purchased approximately 14 years ago. The left fan stopped working after I cleaned the fan & probably got too much water in the electrical motor on the left side. No problem, I am still keeping the half broken fan for my personal use in the living room because the breeze from the right side is strong since you can utilize the low, medium & high features. I put the new fan in the back of my house near the backyard, where it is much hotter. It works great of course. I hope this new fan lasts another 14 years. If not, I will be ordering a 3rd one down the road. I LOVE this fan!
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