Casablanca Panama
Score: 90/100
WAC Lighting Odyssey Matte White
Score: 92/100Rankings
The WAC Lighting Odyssey F-034L-MW is a 44-inch matte white flush-mount smart fan distinguished by its ultra-quiet 15 dB operation and high energy efficiency. It trades off blade reversibility and requires some technical setup for smart features. It is best suited for users with low ceilings needing silent, efficient cooling in bedrooms or bathrooms.
The Casablanca Panama is a 54-inch indoor ceiling fan designed for large rooms with a tropical or coastal aesthetic, featuring a powerful DC motor. Its main trade-off is the lack of integrated lighting and heavier weight. It is ideal for summer downdraft cooling and winter updraft circulation with low-ceiling installs via flush mount.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
54 inchesbest | 44 inches | |
6,675 CFMbest | 3,517 CFM | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 15 dBbest |
6best | 6best |
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| Attribute | | |
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Design & Build(1) | ||
Blade Span (inches) | 54 inches | 44 inches |
Performance(2) | ||
Maximum Airflow (CFM) | 6675 CFM | 3517 CFM |
Noise Level (dB) | quiet dB | 15 dB |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight the Casablanca Panama for its superior air circulation, whisper-quiet DC motor operation, and unparalleled power delivery via direct drive.
Everyday users praise the fan's effective cooling in large spaces like great rooms and bedrooms, noting its durability.
Professional reviewers and editors highlight the WAC Odyssey's modern aesthetic and seamless smart home integration, particularly its breeze mode and adaptive learning features. ENERGY STAR certification underscores its efficiency, while retail editors from Home Depot and Lowe's commend its stealth-quiet operation and versatility for both indoor and damp outdoor locations.
Everyday consumer feedback is inferred from product pages due to a lack of direct user reviews on forums. Common praise centers on the silent performance and the ease of using the remote and app controls. Potential complaints are inferred from similar smart fans, suggesting occasional app connectivity issues or a learning curve for voice pairing.
