Big Ass Fans Haiku L White
Score: 92/100
Minka-Aire Windmolen
Score: 92/100Rankings
The Big Ass Fans Haiku L is a premium smart ceiling fan featuring advanced SenseME automation and high-efficiency DC motor technology, ideal for larger rooms. Its main trade-offs are a steep learning curve for smart features and the potential need for an optional light kit. It is best suited for tech-savvy homeowners in modern homes with high ceilings who prioritize energy savings and automated comfort.
The Minka-Aire F870L-TCL/DK Windmolen is a high-performance 65-inch smart ceiling fan with a unique 12-blade design, offering exceptional airflow and comprehensive smart home integration. It is wet-rated for outdoor use, making it ideal for patios, though its 65-inch size may be insufficient for very large rooms. Users praise its quiet operation and strong air movement in humid environments.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5,629 CFM | 8,848 CFMbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 35 dBbest | — |
7best | 6 | |
52 inches | 65 inchesbest | |
2,000 lumensbest | 1,683 lumens | |
— | 3,000 Kelvinbest | |
5 yearsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 11.9 lbsbest | 25.75 lbs |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Smart Home Compatibility | Alexa, Google Assistant | Voice/App |
Performance(3) | ||
Airflow (CFM) | 5629 CFM | 8848 CFM |
Noise Level (dB) | 35 dB | Low dB |
Fan Speeds | 7 | 6 |
Lighting(2) | ||
Light Brightness (lumens) | 2000 lumens | 1683 lumens |
Color Temperature (Kelvin) | null Kelvin | 3000 Kelvin |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | Unknown years |
Design(4) | ||
Blade Span (inches) | 52 inches | 65 inches |
Mounting Type | Universal | Standard |
Blade Material | Aluminum/Bamboo | ABS |
Weight (lbs) | 11.9 lbs | 25.75 lbs |
Controls(2) | ||
Control Methods | Remote, App, Voice | Remote, Voice, App |
Timer | true | false |
Professional reviewers and editors highly praise the Haiku for its engineering excellence, specifically highlighting the whisper-quiet motor, high-output LED options, and the SenseME automation system that optimizes heating and cooling efficiency. Experts note its superior airflow and wattage ratios, describing it as a fan-favorite upgrade that offers brighter LEDs and advanced remote controls compared to standard models.
Everyday consumers commonly praise the fan for its silent operation, easy app setup for scheduling, and noticeable cooling performance in large rooms. Users appreciate the energy savings and smart integration with thermostats and Alexa. However, recurring complaints include occasional app connectivity issues on older devices, a steep learning curve for configuring modes, and the need for downrod adjustments to achieve optimal height.
“inaudible at max speed”
“easy app setup for scheduling/Whoosh mode”
“noticeable cooling in large rooms”
Professional reviewers and editors praise the Minka-Aire F870L-TCL for its rustic windmill design, powerful yet quiet DC motor, and efficient LED lighting, noting its suitability for large rooms and outdoor patios.
Everyday users commonly praise the fan's beauty, super quiet performance, and strong air movement, particularly in humid outdoor environments like Louisiana patios.
