some people say it's noisy. what's up with that?
1072633
There is a low hum sound, but usually it's only noisy when the water level is low. I don't find it bad at all.
1072634
It will start to get noisy when the filter gets clogged with hair, dirt, dust, etc. What I do is just take it to the kitchen sink, empty it and and turn it upside down, and spray with the sink hose so that the hair gets jarred loose and falls out. Maybe a couple times a year I will take it apart and clean it out better if need, but the hose usually does the job. People tend to think that when they put more water in it, it gets quiet. It does, but the REAL noise is caused by the debris that gets pulled into the pump, and removing that makes it whisper quiet once again, regardless of how much water is in it. I really hope this helps you, because my 4 cats LOVE LOVE LOVE their fountain. Aloha! It will start to get noisy when the filter gets clogged with hair, dirt, dust, etc. What I do is just take it to the kitchen sink, empty it and and turn it upside down, and spray with the sink hose so that the hair gets jarred loose and falls out. Maybe a couple times a year I will take it apart and clean it out better if need, but the hose usually does the job. People tend to think that when they put more water in it, it gets quiet. It does, but the REAL noise is caused by the debris that gets pulled into the pump, and removing that makes it whisper quiet once again, regardless of how much... » Read More It will start to get noisy when the filter gets clogged with hair, dirt, dust, etc. What I do is just take it to the kitchen sink, empty it and and turn it upside down, and spray with the sink hose so that the hair gets jarred loose and falls out. Maybe a couple times a year I will take it apart and clean it out better if need, but the hose usually does the job. People tend to think that when they put more water in it, it gets quiet. It does, but the REAL noise is caused by the debris that gets pulled into the pump, and removing that makes it whisper quiet once again, regardless of how much water is in it. I really hope this helps you, because my 4 cats LOVE LOVE LOVE their fountain. Aloha! « Show Less
1072635
Mine is super quiet. If you let the water get too low it's a little noisier, like the equivalent of your refrigerator humming, but you shouldn't let it get too low or your motor will burn out. I love this water dish. I have 4 cats and a 45 pound dog.
1072636
I agree with J. Cross-it starts making noises when the water level is down.
1072637
I don't find it noisy at all. Can you hear it? Yes but it's like the refrigerator running, a quiet hum in the background. Most days I don't even notice it. You may want to put it in place with water but not running for a couple of days just so the cats/dogs get used to it. After that plug it in and you're good to go. When I unplug it to refill the reservoir the cats usually run up to waiting for me to plug it back in. No worries!
1072638
It is noisy when the water level goes down. you need to refill and maintain a higher water level to avoid the noise.
1072639
it can get a little gurggley if filter is dirty, if you're one of those, " I can hear the clock ticking", and it bothers you then not for youotherwise it is fine
1072640
Not so fast people. *Most* of the time this unit is pretty quiet, only producing a very low steady hum. However, it *can* get annoyingly loud (3-4 times its normal volume) where it's sort of vibrating the plastic pieces of itself together. Topping off the water level sometimes helps a little, but most of the time it makes no difference. (It does the same thing right after a fresh cleaning too, so it's not an issue with debris.) When this happens, you can tap it / nudge it / smack it and the vibrating noise will cease - USUALLY. But sometimes it won't. There have been times where I wanted to smash it to bits with a hammer to make the noise stop. The only thing I've found that you can do to quiet it down is to completely open it up like you're cleaning it and pop the pump assembly loose and reseat it. It helps to barely press the pump down onto its suction cups, which is now what I do when I clean it. Before, I used to press the pump down firmly, which seemed logical but only increases the chance the unit will vibrate loudly. It seems like they ought to have put rubber seals between the plastic pieces where they meet or at least on the little studs the pump sits between or something, although I'm sure that would've increased the cost. Oh, I have the unit sitting on a thick, soft, rubber mat too. It's not sitting directly on a hard surface that would exacerbate any vibration noise.
1126736
yes it is very noisy. a high pitched (loud) whine. and it blows air out of the back (into your face, depending on your position) while you are using it.
1372683
I don't find it that noisy, a little extra but overall seems to be low on the noise side compared to others I have heard.
389601
It is not really noisy, but you can kind of hear it a little bit, don't think it would be a problem.....just kind of a hummm.
1067923
It is noisy. I have to turn it as low as I can to sleep but I still love it. It works well.
259407
It is loud but I wouldn't call it a rattling sound. Mine works great There is a small piston driven by a small electric motor that pumps the air. I think you are hearing the piston moving.
1591133
It's noisy, but the sound itself it's from the air passing through the vents.... I could survive on a smaller room.... the unit could cold the environment quickly.
2204123
It is not that noisy. I've never had a complaint. Audio feedback: yes, too loud: no.
223583
We didn't notice whether it was noisy because we kept it outside while camping. Sorry I can't tell you more.
1235257
We are using it in a salon atmosphere where blow dryers are going throughout the day, so I had not noticed if there was much "noise" coming from the unit. Also, we keep it in the back of the salon where it is coolest in the winter. It doesn't appear to be loud but yes, I can hear it blowing when I am close by. Being I'm not in a quiet environment I'm not sure this answer is going to be much help. Have a nice day.
1562414
It isn't a whoosh or a whine, it is more like a breeze. It is slightly louder than the PC fan. Mine is in the main part of my living space, and I don't really hear it unless I am trying to.
2131857
it makes sound.. its not quite.. its like u might hear others talk if you concentrate on their talk.. but as far as i know its noisy, but not that noisy u cant bear it...
967820
To me it sounds the same as most others, I mean its not really loud but its not quiet either IMHO, it maybe a little more quiet then most but if you are looking for something that barely has any noise I don't think this is it, but I tell you what its a great toilet tho, never gotten clogged or any problems.Hope that helps.
496933
In my opinion, yes, it is relatively quiet. At least not as noisy as some others i have used.
1184645
It's noisy. high pitch sound, but not unbearable. It's noticeable for sure, so try to place it far away from where you'll be sitting.
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.
126801
It is not noisy at all because it is used on a carpeted area and even if it were on hardwood, I'm not sure it would be that noisy....my grandchildren love it and so do their parents!