Is it supposed to be so loud
937750
It's a bit louder than other sponge filters but not that much louder, what's loud is probably your air pump
426184
No, when the one I have is turned up to maximum it would be most definitely too loud for a person with normal hearing. You might check to see if the set up connections are done correctly. Just a suggestion
580807
It is not overly noisy, in my opinion, but I am old so my hearing isn't trustworthy. Perhaps a younger person should answer your question.
1622094
It's pretty loud. I'd compare the sound level to a vaccuum cleaner or a dust buster maybe.
51009
Actually, no. It's quiet silent. I was surprised to hear it. I thought it would be way more noisy.
2058890
if you blow hard enough it is pretty loud. it doesn't make my eardrums bleed, but it isn't that pleasant either. it's probably louder than you'll be able to scream.
550389
Interesting question. The sound of mine opening is barely perceptible, so I would have to say no, it's not supposed to open loudly.
366942
Don't think so. We just made sure we placed it in the center of our house out of site so we could hear it. Sometimes it sounds louder than other times. Haven't figured out why yet.
574560
It's not quiet. I used a sound level meter to compare it to a couple other units and it's literally 10-20 times louder. The sound it makes is also particularly annoying.
1247941
No, this should not be loud at all. There is very little sound coming from my device, definitely not loud enough to be a problem or a distraction. If it's as loud as you're describing, then you definitely have a defective product.
1120888
Yes t hats why. I got it, the soud could be louder but here and see it just fine.
145796
Yes, I find it fairly loud. On my machine, anyway, which is older and ready to be replaced because it leaks.
1382463
It is loud and will get louder with time. Be careful with power cord It will twist up and short out.
1211521
We have it in our family room and personally, I can't hear it at all. When I concentrate on hearing it, it has a slight hum. The other people that describe it as "loud", either have a defective unit or the fan in their unit just runs a bit louder. Unless you place it in your bedroom, I'd be surprised if you hear it at all.
1777066
Mines not loud at all. You have to put it next to your ear to hear it. I bought it because it was supposed to be loud.
913979
On low not at all. It is noticeable on medium and I think high would be too loud
1214651
Yes it is very loud for it's size. Personally I have never needed my volume maxed out.