I have slept with a fan on for many years and now I can't live without it. This has been a big problem with traveling. After yet another sleepless night listening to people snore while I'm stuck awake and hating the world, I decided to do something about it. I looked into noise machines, and then I found LectroFan. I discovered the Micro and it seemed almost too good to be true, especially at the price, but with the positive reviews on Amazon I decided to give it a try. I can happily say that it really delivers and I wish I'd had it for all those sleepless trips.
Just so it doesn't become repetitive in my review, I will say now that this thing overall works and feels like it cost way more than $35. It is a steal for that price, especially with Prime shipping.
Anyway, this thing is TINY. It's very easy to travel with. The build quality feels excellent. The swiveling speaker is a little confusing to work at first but it feels great once you get the hang of it, and the angle really does help throw the sound where you need it. The black/white lower half has a non-slip coating that feels very premium, and the bottom has an even stickier non-slip rubber. One minor gripe is that these non-slip materials, while nice-feeling, LOVE dirt and lint, so I have had a hard time keeping it clean.
The battery supposedly lasts 16 hours or so. I have to admit I haven't tried it out for quite that long, but it's definitely lasted through one night at a time. I would charge it up before each nightly use to be safe though, or just used it while plugged in. Please note that it doesn't come with a charger, only a USB cable, and that cable is laughably short, so be sure to have a long enough cable and charger on hand.
It doesn't come with a lot of sounds, but there should be at least one that anyone will enjoy using. Once I found a favorite I haven't really switched sounds much at all so it's been fine for me.
It's also a Bluetooth speaker, which is a crazy awesome feature to add for the price. I tried it with some music and it sounded quite good. I could definitely see myself using it while cleaning or hanging out away from home.
As others have mentioned, this thing is LOUD if you want it to be, at least depending on the output. I will say that the max volume possible depends on the sound you are using though. The white noise sounds get painfully loud, whereas some of the fan noises with lower frequencies need to be cranked up just about all the way to be loud enough to sleep with. This has worked fine for me but if you like the bassier fan noises and need a high volume, you'll probably need to pick up one of the bigger units.
The controls aren't great, but with such a small form factor it's understandable. They are easy enough to use. Read the manual first though. There just isn't room on the device to add full instructions or anything.
Anyway, enough of my rambling. If you sleep with a fan or noise machine, don't already have a LectroFan and you travel, buy this thing right now!
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An Advanced, Compact Sound Machine
The LectroFan micro is a compact portable white noise and sound machine that offers many uses from privacy to a good night’s sleep for all ages. The micro has 10 unique non looping sounds including 5 different fan sounds, 4 white noises, and an ocean soundstory. The sounds can be personalized with the ability to precisely select the volume from a whisper to significantly louder than a mechanical fan. The rechargeable battery lasts up to 16 hours while playing its built-in sounds and 6 hours while streaming audio via Bluetooth. Find the right combination of sound and volume for your best night’s sleep.
A Cordless Bluetooth Speaker
Pair the LectroFan micro with your phone and have a powerful Bluetooth speaker that can go anywhere. Twist the micro to direct the speaker for upward or forward facing sound. Adjust the volume with the precise 1db increments for the perfect level from background music to a concert experience. The micro is rechargable and has a 6-hour playback battery life when fully charged with the USB power cable.
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Protect Your PrivacyLectroFan micro’s fan, white noise and ocean sounds are the perfect background for a private conversation. It not only keeps unwanted noise out of your space, but it can keep your conversation in. Whether using it for an office, medical practice, or just at home, the micro can ensure that you are able to have the privacy you need anywhere you need it. |
Toss In A SuitcaseWhether you are on the road for work, or on a lavish vacation, sleeping in a hotel can be upsetting to your sleep cycle. Bring consistency to your sleep environment by bringing the LectroFan micro. The micro can drown out unfamiliar sounds of nature or loud hotel guests. The USB cord makes it easy for anything from car to international travel. |
Moves Wherever You DoDon’t let cords keep you captive, take your music with you indoors and out. The LectroFan micro has a 6-hour playback battery life designed to keep your music going anywhere you want to be. Share music or a podcast with your family and friends using the ease of Bluetooth, and with crystal clear sound from a small sleek cordless speaker |
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Portable Sleep Solution
How did you come up with the idea for this product?
After the success of the original LectroFan, we listened to our customers who voiced a need for a smaller version with the ability to play audio via Bluetooth.
What makes your product special?
The proprietary software inside the LectroFan Micro runs an algorithm that dynamically generates the sound. This means no disruptive looping. The LectroFan micro Wireless also features a realistic gentle surf sound using advanced synthesis technology to produce a non-repeating ocean Soundstory great for sleep and relaxation. Its very versatile being our first sound machine with Bluetooth capabilities. Lastly, its very small yet has the ability to be very loud when needed.
What has been the best part of your experience?
Creating innovative products that make an impact on people's sleep experience and life
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Micro size, macro performance; SWIVEL to erect/collapse the speaker!
I’ve always liked fan or whitish noise as a sleep aid, both generally and especially since my sweet wife has become a Noisy Sleeper (though actually, that doesn’t bother me), and we had been running our home HVAC’s and RV’s blower fans all night, sometimes adding a regular fan that my bride fussed about because it blew on her if she got up during the night. Traveling I’d sometimes use my iPad app but it wasn’t that great. Then I found LectroFan on Amazon and despite the price, decided it was worth a try based on its rave reviews. I was amazed at the full-size one’s build quality, variety of sounds, and astonishing volume capabilities. I bought a second one for the RV. Then I got one for our daughter, newly married and susceptible to sound distractions from her sweetheart, and she LOVED it. Then I got one for our youngest son, who is VERY sensitive to noises while sleeping, as he was about to share a cruise ship room with a buddy and worrying about his ability to sleep. Bam, another convert!Next, our church conducts a weekly prayer ministry in a commercial building wherein folks desiring individual counseling and prayer in a couple small rooms off a big room need privacy. I donated one and it blew away some other device they had. At their request, I’ve just donated another one to provide privacy masking.Our daughter left hers in a hotel room en route to a visit with us and I gave her the one from the RV because she literally can’t sleep well without it, even for the few days until she gets her old one shipped home from the hotel. I told her to keep it, as she works in a second city each week and has an apartment there.In replacing THAT one, I discovered the Micro. Just got it and initially was mystified as to how to collapse its speaker down to the cylinder shape; I tried everything and was afraid I’d break it. Though the online manual didn’t help directly, I noted the work “swivel” in the descriptive title and voila! Obviously most people figure this out WAAAAAY faster than I did!COMMENTS: Amazing sound and volume that isn’t that different from its big brother! NOTE: I cannot believe anyone who complains the Micro isn’t loud enough has correctly operated the combo controls for volume. No, it can’t match its big brother, but physics is physics and I find running it at about 70% is plenty loud.Smaller but adequate selection of sounds. Though I love actual fan noise, none of the fan sounds on either size unit suit my taste, but a couple of the white noise options do.This will be great for travel as well. Buy a LectroFan in the size that suits you.
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Next, our church conducts a weekly prayer ministry in a commercial building wherein folks desiring individual counseling and prayer in a couple small rooms off a big room need privacy. I donated one and it blew away some other device they had. At their request, I’ve just donated another one to provide privacy masking.
Our daughter left hers in a hotel room en route to a visit with us and I gave her the one from the RV because she literally can’t sleep well without it, even for the few days until she gets her old one shipped home from the hotel. I told her to keep it, as she works in a second city each week and has an apartment there.
In replacing THAT one, I discovered the Micro. Just got it and initially was mystified as to how to collapse its speaker down to the cylinder shape; I tried everything and was afraid I’d break it. Though the online manual didn’t help directly, I noted the work “swivel” in the descriptive title and voila! Obviously most people figure this out WAAAAAY faster than I did!
COMMENTS: Amazing sound and volume that isn’t that different from its big brother! NOTE: I cannot believe anyone who complains the Micro isn’t loud enough has correctly operated the combo controls for volume. No, it can’t match its big brother, but physics is physics and I find running it at about 70% is plenty loud.
Smaller but adequate selection of sounds. Though I love actual fan noise, none of the fan sounds on either size unit suit my taste, but a couple of the white noise options do.
This will be great for travel as well. Buy a LectroFan in the size that suits you.
Micro size, macro performance; SWIVEL to erect/collapse the speaker!
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2018
I’ve always liked fan or whitish noise as a sleep aid, both generally and especially since my sweet wife has become a Noisy Sleeper (though actually, that doesn’t bother me), and we had been running our home HVAC’s and RV’s blower fans all night, sometimes adding a regular fan that my bride fussed about because it blew on her if she got up during the night. Traveling I’d sometimes use my iPad app but it wasn’t that great. Then I found LectroFan on Amazon and despite the price, decided it was worth a try based on its rave reviews. I was amazed at the full-size one’s build quality, variety of sounds, and astonishing volume capabilities. I bought a second one for the RV. Then I got one for our daughter, newly married and susceptible to sound distractions from her sweetheart, and she LOVED it. Then I got one for our youngest son, who is VERY sensitive to noises while sleeping, as he was about to share a cruise ship room with a buddy and worrying about his ability to sleep. Bam, another convert!Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2018
Next, our church conducts a weekly prayer ministry in a commercial building wherein folks desiring individual counseling and prayer in a couple small rooms off a big room need privacy. I donated one and it blew away some other device they had. At their request, I’ve just donated another one to provide privacy masking.
Our daughter left hers in a hotel room en route to a visit with us and I gave her the one from the RV because she literally can’t sleep well without it, even for the few days until she gets her old one shipped home from the hotel. I told her to keep it, as she works in a second city each week and has an apartment there.
In replacing THAT one, I discovered the Micro. Just got it and initially was mystified as to how to collapse its speaker down to the cylinder shape; I tried everything and was afraid I’d break it. Though the online manual didn’t help directly, I noted the work “swivel” in the descriptive title and voila! Obviously most people figure this out WAAAAAY faster than I did!
COMMENTS: Amazing sound and volume that isn’t that different from its big brother! NOTE: I cannot believe anyone who complains the Micro isn’t loud enough has correctly operated the combo controls for volume. No, it can’t match its big brother, but physics is physics and I find running it at about 70% is plenty loud.
Smaller but adequate selection of sounds. Though I love actual fan noise, none of the fan sounds on either size unit suit my taste, but a couple of the white noise options do.
This will be great for travel as well. Buy a LectroFan in the size that suits you.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2018
