How noisy is it , say 1 to 10. It is for a 1 bedroom condo, and I am concerned about the noise. Can an electric extension/cord be used ?
999892
It's quite quiet while running say 3, however if the humidistat is set so the unit goes on and off, there is a beeb at restart about equal to a microwave. The cord is fairly long but if you use an extension make sure it is listed for use with an appliance per warning in instruction packet that comes with unit. It does a very good job with humidity and pump works very well to get rid of condensate.
999893
Extremely quiet, mine is in crawl space below kitchen and I never hear it. I have mine powered by extension cord (heavy duty).
999894
IF you have to use an extension cord get a GOOD contractor heavy one. (It says not to use one at all) As for the Noise.. Not bad at all. It does have a sound but the thing is the air being dry makes it worth that sound to me. I am running it in the basement of a home that had some major water problems and I am very happy with it.
999895
This unit was purchased for use in a basement so it would be difficult to compare to indoor use. Sorry
1473337
The unit isn't super loud or super quiet. But you do hear when it is on. However I have slept with the unit just 2 feet away or less with no problem. The noise level shouldn't be a major concern. If it is than this type of air cleaner is not what you should be looking for to clean your air.
2038019
Mine is noisy, but kind of a white noise. If I had it in the bedroom, it would not bother me, but I like that type of noise to be able to cover for other random noises from outside. It is most definitely NOT a quiet unit, though.
1246581
no, it is not very noisy except for a light fan sound. No, there is no outlet to the outside. It is moderately effective for a small space. I purchased it because my condo assoc does not allow for the usual window air conditioners.
1948346
It's pretty noisy on third setting. I use that for white noise to drown out the cats playing at night. It depends however, you might be able to find a louder one for your needs.
105162
It does make a lot if noise. I was living in a townhome and this was in the basement. My family in the second floor was able to hear the noise and my neighbors had problem too
1211869
The noise level is very acceptable, considering the fact that you have no electric.Solid generator. Bought mine 6 yrs ago, money well spent.
727240
Not sure what you mean by 'noise level'. You know this is not a generator, right? The only time it makes noise is when you use the compressor for air inflation. Other than that, you won't get noise complaints from neighbors if you use it to power a TV or computer.
865373
Yup! I have mine inside our ~900 sq ft condo in the dining room that joins with the living room. It has a few speed settings and I typically have it on the lowest for the AC setting, and I can easily hear our tv (which is roughly 20-30 feet away). Plus the remote/digital display is portable so you can bring to the couch with you and turn it off or turn down the speed via the remote if too loud. it's not a super quiet AC unit but it definitely is not annoyingly loud, either.
542865
It is a bit noisier than some AC units I have owned. I prefer other models on the market, and this one would require a heavy sleeper to use it in a bedroom.
1912200
It isn't silent, but by no means would I describe it as noisy. Just a low hum. Have it in my small bedroom and no problem...and I don't like noise. Energy wise the only time my bill goes up is during air conditioning weather. I live in NY. I am going to buy another one for my other bedroom I like it that much.
709988
I use it in a "bonus room" over the garage in my house. It makes about as much noise as a window air conditioner. The unit sits in the room so you hear the compressor and fans. It is quiet enough that my grans kids (6 and 8 years old) do not complain.
875367
I had 2 of these. 1 was louder than the other on high setting, so I moved the quieter 1 to the bedroom. Overall not loud enough to bother me.
757218
by no means is this a quite fan. they are great but you can hear from one end of 3 bedroom house to the other. not outside,about like having your stove fan on high(like in someone else's answer)is the perfect description. if you dont want it to be heard by visitors ,that will be within one wall seperating ,it may be too loud. but like i said it is worth the price i ha mine 2 years
1198485
very sturdy, although we never have it oscillating. there is no vibration per se, its just a dull constant hum. we use it in our bedroom all night and we cant sleep unless its on. cord is 6 feet, but it comes out the top because the pull string to turn it on come out the bottom.
1373059
Personally, I don't find it to be too noisy. It's considerably less noisy than my compressor. It's just like a whirring/windy sound from a couple of fans spinning. But you might check with the manufacturer for the decibel rating for a less subjective appraisal.
549796
It sounds like a normal fan. It's not extremely loud, but it does make noise. It works extremely well. I have a one bedroom as well and I love it.