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Vornado EOS9 Large Air Circulator: the downsides first

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$$Air circulatorScore 4.3/5
12%
of Amazon ratings are 1–2 stars
(checked 2026-10-10)
Small sample: only 52 ratings on Amazon.com.

The most powerful room fan Wirecutter has tested, with 3D oscillation, a magnetic grille that is very easy to clean, and a backlit remote. The controls can be confusing, and a few early Amazon owners say oscillation stopped working.

Top complaints

  • Confusing controls

    Wirecutter says the light uses different buttons depending on whether the fan is running, and the menu of airflow modes plus oscillation options can feel overwhelming.

    Source: Wirecutter
  • Slow startup orientation

    At power-on the head moves in every direction for about 30 seconds to orient itself, then you still have to press the fan button (Wirecutter).

    Source: Wirecutter
  • Oscillation failing early for some

    Amazon's review summary says reliability is mixed, with some owners reporting it stopped oscillating after about a week. The listing has only 52 ratings.

What owners love

  • Huge airflow with 3D oscillation

    Wirecutter measured about 840 cfm on average and wind over 16.5 mph, the fastest it has seen, with up to 180 degrees horizontal and 90 degrees vertical oscillation.

    Source: Wirecutter
  • Easiest fan to clean

    The grille is held by magnets and pulls apart without tools, and the blades stop when the grille is removed (Wirecutter).

    Source: Wirecutter
  • Backlit magnetic remote and lamp

    Wirecutter likes the backlit remote that docks on the grille and the warm-white LED ring with five brightness levels. Amazon owners praise its quality and airflow.

Good for
  • Large rooms that need a lot of air
  • Easy, tool-free cleaning
  • A fan that doubles as a soft lamp

Scores (tap for why)

  • Airflow5.0
    Why 5.0?About 840 cfm and over 16.5 mph, the most powerful room fan Wirecutter has tested, with 3D oscillation.
    Source: Wirecutter
  • Controls & remote3.5
    Why 3.5?10 speeds, modes and a backlit magnetic remote, but the controls can be confusing and startup orientation is slow (Wirecutter).
    Source: Wirecutter
  • Easy cleaning5.0
    Why 5.0?Magnetic grille comes apart without tools; Wirecutter calls it the easiest and safest fan to clean it has tested.
    Source: Wirecutter
  • Durability3.5
    Why 3.5?Vornado's 5-year warranty (Wirecutter), but a few early Amazon reports of oscillation failing; little long-term data.

What experts say

  • Wirecutter (NYT): Upgrade pick (April 2026): the most powerful and easiest-to-clean fan it has tested; controls can be confusing and startup orientation is tedious.
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