Lasko Power Plus Box Fan | Unboxing and Initial Opinions

[@nodak81]

I miss the old box fans. In my garage I'm still using my mom's old K-Mart branded box fan from the 70's. It weighs about 20 lbs, is twice as thick is modern box fans and is very powerful. It still works just fine and its weight and size mean it doesn't need flimsy plastic feet to keep it from blowing over like a leaf.

[@JordanU]

That old K-Mart unit you have deserves to be in the house, kept clean and away from the elements!

[@9852323]

@@JordanUI agree

[@bulbman7080]

Purchased this Lasko Power Plus fan more than 3 years ago, has ran 24/7-365, extremely pleased with it's performance & finally.....sturdy legs that don't break after 6 months. There's several Lasko fans/heaters in our home, a sound choice for heating/air movement. 💯

[@torythefanman]

I had one of these for awhile. It was ten times better than the cheapie Lasko box fans. I mean its no vintage fan. but its better than allot of the cheaper box fans on the market. Wouldn't hurt to take the motor appart and oil it.

[@JordanU]

I agree, it does seem to be a good step up from the 3733 model.. If it doesn't free up from a few days of use, I probably will oil it..

[@Xyspade]

I've looked at now 2 modern fans post-2014 that came out of the assembly line with basically zero lubrication. If I obtain a modern fan, I now oil it before I even turn it on for the first time. I would do this too if you plan on using it for a few years to come.

[@lennongroover4189]

I would agree my dad has 2 of these at his work along with the 2 original white ones and the 2 cyclones it either hurricane but I think it might be cyclones

[@aperson1181]

What type of oil do you use? What do you need to unscrew to oil it?

[@torythefanman]

@@aperson1181 Phillips head screwdriver and Zoom Spout oil

[@aarondunn1489]

Excellent video of the Lasko Power Plus Fan! It actually put out a whole bunch of air once the motor starts up quite medium to loud-sounding, when you look at it! I'd say, this is actually a very excellent fan!

[@JordanU]

Thanks..

[@FSM_Reviews]

I don't know if you've noticed, but the corners on this Power Plus box fan are less rounded than the 3733. It's shaped quite like the older Pre-2000s Lasko and Galaxy box fans.

[@JordanU]

I have not noticed..

[@FSM_Reviews]

@@JordanU You've noticed now, right?

[@JordanU]

@@FSM_Reviews No..

[@bigloudnoise]

I have an older (circa 2012) version of this fan that I use on my laundry drying rack. I also had a "bog standard" Lasko box fan from the same year that I do recall comparing it to, and at the time it seemed like the "Power Plus" fan did move more air. Not much, but enough to be noticeable. That's why I decided to use it for my laundry drying rack. I also noticed that on high, it has a slightly lower pitch sound than the plain fan. My guess would be it uses blades that have a slightly steeper angle, thus producing the same or slightly more airflow at lower RPMs, but not having that old standard Lasko around anymore I can't really verify that. Mine didn't come with the "heavy duty" feet though, it just has the standard feet. It has the same design of switch though, which I think is kinda meh. It can be hard to get a good grip on the switch, especially with damp hands from handling wet laundry.

[@JordanU]

You are correct about the blade, it's a steeper pitch and constructed of much sturdier plastic compared to the baseline model. I'm not too fond of the switch either.

[@OniRokaku]

Hey, ever since I saw your vid on this fan. I legit wanted one myself. Went to Home Depot and got it. Using it as we speak, this thing is alot better than the original box fans Lasko had been updating since the 3733. It's giving out more air and for a small apartment, it's getting the room cooled quickly. Thanks again for the review of it. I love my new fan :)

[@JordanU]

The quality doesn't seem to be a whole lot better than the 3733 model, but I do agree that it moves quite a bit more air and is certainly worth the few extra dollars for the increased performance.

[@carringtoncurry2159]

Jordan what do you think of this fan versus the lasko wind machine fan as far as output and longevity. I am going to college and am trying to decide on a fan that will put out good air not be overly loud

[@JordanU]

I think they're about the same, just different form factors.

[@zenozer0themechanicalchann720]

What do I do if the blades on this fan are warped backwards?

[@Sleepless_Sam]

Thanks for the video. I was looking all over the box for info but they conveniently put nothing on it.

[@Xyspade]

Feet are a bit deceiving in my opinion. While the actual feet part are a little wider, they do still appear to be of 3D-printed construction quality, and the clips are no different than the 3733 which means they'll most likely break and then not stay in place right. Still has the nonrepl fuse plug and the pretty loud low speed to start off with, as well as seemingly the same length cord. Blade looks to be a teeny bit thicker, but it's still the leaf petalblade of course, which basically means that this is a 15-inch fan in a 20-inch housing, if that. For $8 more, I like the colors a little better...

[@JordanU]

They're probably still not as sturdy as they should be, but time will tell.. The blade however does have a noticeable increase in pitch and doesn't seem to just fold under any resistance like the 3733 does.. The plug does bother me immensely, there's no beating around the bush there.. I'd prefer a slower low speed, but this is a bigger fan, it's mean to stir up a breeze.. For $8 more I think this is a much better choice..

[@mollies13]

DOes it really give you more air or just like 3733

[@JordanU]

It is noticeably more powerful than the 3733.

[@delta_cosmic]

where did you get this fan?

[@JordanU]

The Home Depot..

[@THEPLANETEARTH]

Hi there does the inside rust?

[@JordanU]

It hasn't rusted yet, but I suspect after years of sitting in the window getting the night's dew it probably would. A fresh coat of paint inside would likely prevent it.

[@aperson1181]

What type of oil do you use? What do you need to unscrew to oil it?

[@JordanU]

Non-detergent 3-in-1 or Zoom Spout work well. The guards and blade must be removed, the the 4 screws that hold the motor together must be removed to access the rear bearing. The front bearing can be accessed with just removal of the front guard and blades.

[@DrummerForJesusSabianAAX]

I might consider one of these for purposes

[@JordanU]

It seems a little better than the 3720..

[@therealssj99]

Can u do a comparison between a weathershield and a power plus

[@JordanU]

There's not much to compare, they're pretty much the same aside from the fact that one claims to be waterproof..

[@arcticarrowhvacr]

@@JordanU yeah good point

[@Bobbythefanman]

Do you still have the old lasko from 1999

[@JordanU]

Yes..

[@LemontTheFanMan]

cool fan and worth the money it seems to be better then 3720 one and I like the startup Sound on it also

[@JordanU]

Thanks and I'd have to agree I think it is worth the extra few dollars..

[@tiffany2ish]

Lemont the fan has the same startup sound as my lasko B20200 I have in my bedroom

[@LemontTheFanMan]

@@JordanU they still sell it on amazon and i might get one.

[@JordanU]

@@LemontTheFanMan You should get one before they stop making it.

[@LemontTheFanMan]

@@JordanU true but I got the air purifier one that has the air conditioning filter in it but I’m not using that for it I’m using the fan as a normal fan lol when I get it Thursday I’ll have a video on it it’s basically a power plus fan with the air filter

[@mladyraven2]

I bought one from Bed Bath and Beyond it was 27 dollars and but it's not the same as the one you have. The name is the same but the legs are white and it's not as powerful. I saw on Home Depots website the one you have it seems and they want 36 dollars. I would like to get one of yours I am in San Diego County do you know where I can buy one like yours. Did you get it online? Yours is alot faster than the cheaper model!

[@JordanU]

I bought mine in the physical store at Home Depot.. If I recall correctly it was only 22 dollars.. Not sure if it's the case with these models too, but I know the 3733 model has substantial variance in quality control.. Some models are notably faster than others..

[@bensgoofyahhfancollection9997]

The reason the feet have a gap is because to probably mount it on the window better I think

[@JordanU]

According to Lasko, these are not intended to be used in a window.

[@davidzeringuethefanman6292]

I have one from 2018 look up my video it’s the most powerful fan ever have it has been modified Lasko power plus

[@JordanU]

OK

[@davidzeringuethefanman6292]

The fan has promised to me because I have one almost 2 years old In good running shape

[@Ih8kone]

Can you find one that's remote control?

[@JordanU]

No, can you?

[@sethhorst6158]

Remote controlled fans are not good, they're just an example of laziness.

[@jakejayjay283]

Seth Horst lol

[@Ih8kone]

@@jakejayjay283 that's not funny

[@masonmadvig7439]

I want that cool fan do they still make these fans?

[@JordanU]

I think they do.

[@fargeeks]

You should do a 2 hour video of this fan on medium speed

[@JordanU]

Why? I certainly don't want to watch the same fan for 2 hours, let alone the same thing about it.

[@fargeeks]

@@JordanU why?? Because it makes such a soothing sound, kind of like having it playing a lullaby music

[@sethhorst6158]

@@fargeeks maybe you can obtain one of your own and make the video yourself.

[@CarolineSaysStuff]

@@JordanU why? Because some of us like to sleep with a nice and loud fan noise as white noise, that’s why. 😜

[@石景亮]

I have ordered one form ebay price $27.72 last week.The seller told me that one lost in transport,so have to canceled order and refund then increase the price up to $48.27 soon , Is it worth that much? Finally i ask seller ship again with previous price , guess wont ship again :(

[@JordanU]

It sounds like that seller is a scam.. I wouldn't buy from them anymore, certainly not at that price.. You should be able to get it from the Home Depot instead..

[@石景亮]

Actually I just want buy it from Home Depot at first , but connection blocked .Maybe Home Depot blocked all IP from China , my IP is from Taiwan not China...so I seek the other way , and now i don't see any price lower than $29 to order ,neither Amazon or ebay .

[@TheFanUniverse]

@@石景亮 i'm pretty sure that the electrical power in Taiwan nor China isn't compatible with this fan..

[@石景亮]

@The Fan Universe I ordered It and it works very fine.

[@TheFanUniverse]

@@石景亮 good..

[@lennongroover4189]

My dad has 2 of the exact same things at his Elwood here in Birmingham alabama

[@JordanU]

OK

[@Totogita]

We brought 2 in July , after running fora few hour they become slow and noisy. we let them cool off for a few minutes and they run again. We have 2 other regular Lasco fans that are more then 3 years old that does not do that. I will not be buying them again. I swapped the capacitor and the fan still heat up and started to rattle. The only time the fan worked is on inverter that produces 116v 124 v is not good for it.

[@JordanU]

I really do not need you to write about it on every video I've recorded about a Lasko fan..

[@GrandTheft60116]

I got a Lasko remote fan

[@JordanU]

OK...

[@docfaceful]

Way too loud on low. so far I will buy the 3720 or 3723 that both have less wind but with much lower sound on low.i will use mostly on low.I have great hearing,most people don't.

[@JordanU]

The noise level of this one is comparable to the 3720.. Neither are particularly quiet fans..

[@XPLOD2556]

There is a dent on the right side around the top

[@JordanU]

OK

[@ed2901]

These things are garbage returned mine to home depot already. After running fine for first day it started to wobble and slows down and gets noisy. I would turn off then back on after 20 mins or so and ran fine for awhile then started slowing up again. Had hopes for this fan

[@JordanU]

Perhaps it was a dud, I've had no problems with this one thus far..

[@megadeth22885]

are you obsessed with box fans or something? cause my cheap ass lasko is FUBAR and i need another

[@JordanU]

No, are you nonintellectual or something?

[@EskieWolf]

I have one, and it has promise.

[@JordanU]

Time will tell.

[@davidzeringuethefanman6292]

I also enjoyed the video

[@JordanU]

Thanks for letting me know.

[@davidzeringuethefanman6292]

You’re welcome

[@alessandropezzella9274]

Beautiful

[@JordanU]

OK

[@r1ckastl3y86]

ok...

[@djbrucebanner9882]

I like it

[@JordanU]

That's nice..

[@r1ckastl3y86]

OK

[@lennongroover4189]

The dummies have legs on the one that doesn’t blow any air and no legs on the one that blows a lot of air what the heck

[@JordanU]

I don't know what you're talking about, they all come with the stabilization feet for the back..

[@mib20000]

costs $34.98 in july 2022

[@JordanU]

The cost of living is on the rise.

[@Thismansworld]

39.98 in june 2024

[@alessandropezzella9274]

Box fan Lasko

[@JordanU]

That doesn't make sense..

[@r1ckastl3y86]

Do not post spam

[@alessandropezzella9274]

Wow

[@JordanU]

What?

[@r1ckastl3y86]

Do not post spam.

[@9852323]

The feet still suck cause they didn’t improve the way they’re attached. No matter what these feet always fall out.

[@JordanU]

OK

[@jakejayjay283]

Made in USA it says on the box

[@JordanU]

That's not all it says on the box..

[@r1ckastl3y86]

It is basically assembled in the USA with domestic and imported parts.

[@amirhudson6672]

@@r1ckastl3y86 yj

[@r1ckastl3y86]

@@amirhudson6672 please do not send me spam.

[@LiftEnthusiast2020OFFTOPIC]

It was made in China

[@شموخرجل-ع6ب]

Beautiful

[@JordanU]

OK