Vornado Vortex Multi-Directional Table Fan

Last updated: February 9, 2022


Vornado Vortex Multi-Directional Table Fan

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Product Details

In our analysis of 100 expert reviews, the Vornado Vortex Multi-Directional Table Fan placed 13th when we looked at the top 15 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

Inspired by the larger Vornado 660, the 460 features dramatic gloss and matte finishes and sleek lines. Its whole-room vortex action empowers the 460 to move air up to 70 feet. A chrome glide bar enables a full 90-degree tilt, and a user-friendly knob controls three airflow speeds. Maintenance is simple with a detachable grill that provides easy access to the blades. And the 460 is backed by Vornado’s industry-leading 5-year satisfaction guarantee.

Expert Reviews


What reviewers liked

The volleyball-size Vornado 460 Small Air Circulator looks and works very much like the 630, and costs around $15 less. We slightly preferred its steady hum to the occasionally varied whirring of the 630, which could make a difference to light sleepers. Because the 460 is smaller, it can’t move air as effectively in large rooms as the 630 can, but it’s a great choice for smaller rooms where noise levels matter more, such as offices or bedrooms.
Good for small rooms.Three speeds for airflow. 5-year satisfaction warranty. Vortex technology.
Our next best floor fan is reserved for the Vornado 460 Air Circulator which his a smaller but equally as sleek looking version of the Vornado 660. We love the dramatic white gloss finish which is perfect in any contemporary setting. It's super powerful and can create a whole room vortex action, with the ability to move air up to 70 feet. Featuring a chrome glide bar, it can be fully adjusted and tilted to your desired angle plus it has three onboard air flow speeds which can be easily controlled with just the twist of a knob.The blade is detachable for quick and efficient cleaning of the blades, and it comes with a 5-year manufacturers warranty.It's a quiet floor fan which is efficient, powerful and with a special AirTensity spiral grill, allows air to freely travel throughout the whole room to deliver its cooling power.
Easy to clean and backed by a 5-year satisfaction guarantee. Utilizes Vornado's signature Vortex technology for whole room air circulation. Certified, safety-tested, and warrantied for use only in the U. S. Chrome glide bar provides for full control of the airflow direction. Built to meet U.S. superior performance through deep-pitched blades that move air up to 70 feet. A chrome glide bar enables a full 90-degree tilt, and a user-friendly knob controls three airflow speeds. User-friendly knob controls 3 airflow speeds.
Utilizes Vornado's signature Vortex technology for whole room air circulation. Superior performance through deep-pitched blades that move air up to 70 feet. Chrome glide bar provides for full control of the airflow direction. User-friendly knob controls 3 airflow speeds. Easy to clean and backed by a 5-year satisfaction guarantee.
One of the best features of this air circulator is that although it’s quite small, it’s relatively powerful. It works similarly to the Vornado 630, in that it circulates the air in the room, refreshing it and keeping it cool. The low level of noise it produces and its compact size make it a great choice for bedrooms. It comes in two color alternatives, black and white. Additionally, this model is easy to maintain and easy to use. There is a control-dial placed on the back of the circulator where you can select the settings. Lastly, this model is quite durable, and it’s backed by a 5-year warranty.

What reviewers didn't like

Our biggest complaint is that the 460 model’s control dial is placed behind the motor in a more awkward position than the 630 model’s. Turning this fan on and off or changing the speed means reaching around the machine, and often a blast of air in the face.
Once you change levels, the noise becomes louder.
Some customers have found the placement of the control-dial somewhat of a nuisance, as you’d have to reach to the back of the motor to change the speed and turn the circulator on or off. Air blowing in your face when you’re trying to turn off the fan may be a bit unpleasant. Additionally, some users have found that the highest power setting of the fan produces too much noise for a comfortable sleep.
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