Princess 352370 Tower Fan — Well-Specified but Out of Stock with Minimal Reviews

Overview

At £83.59, the Princess 352370 offers a feature set that includes 12 speeds, four operating modes, a 24-hour timer, and a remote control, with one of the more complete noise specifications published in this price range. The core difficulty is that it is currently listed as out of stock and carries only a single customer rating, which makes it impossible to draw any meaningful conclusion about real-world performance or reliability from customer feedback. The oscillation angle conflict — 75° in the feature bullets versus 90° in the product description — is an unresolved issue that should be clarified before purchase if the sweep range matters for the intended room. Whether this product represents good value at its price will depend on stock availability returning and a broader review base emerging.

Performance

The published noise figures give a clearer acoustic picture than most products in this segment. The manufacturer states a range from 19.8dB at the lowest setting to 57.8dB at the highest, and describes the highest speed as comparable to a normal conversation — the latter being the manufacturer's own characterisation rather than an independently verified benchmark. For overnight bedroom use, whether this range is acceptable depends on the buyer's own tolerance and on which speed settings will be used most of the time. The night mode is described as quieter than standard operation, but no specific dB figure is given for it. The smart mode is the most functionally distinctive element of this fan's control set. According to the product listing, it adjusts speed automatically based on room temperature, which removes the need to manually recalibrate settings as the temperature rises and falls. No independent data is available on how quickly or accurately the temperature sensing responds, so the practical value of this feature cannot be verified before purchase. No independent testing was available for any aspect of this fan's performance. All figures — airflow, noise, and energy saving — are manufacturer-stated, and the energy saving claim in particular lacks any stated reference point. The 40W wattage is the one figure that allows a buyer to make an independent calculation; the 70% saving claim cannot be evaluated without knowing what it is measured against.

Design & Build

At 32cm wide and 32cm deep, the fan has a square base that is worth checking against available floor space, particularly in a room where placement options are limited. The 91.5cm height (noted as 91cm in the product description — a minor discrepancy) makes it a standard standing unit that would not obstruct sightlines in most rooms. Integrated carry handles are a practical detail that makes moving the fan between rooms easier without needing to grip the body of the unit. No weight figure is published, so how easy repositioning is in practice cannot be confirmed from the available evidence.

Installation

Setup requires no permanent fixing — the fan is floor-standing and mains-powered. The remote control requires a CR2025 battery that is not supplied; sourcing one before unboxing will avoid delay. It is worth confirming the oscillation angle with the retailer before deciding on placement, as the listing gives two different figures — 75° and 90° — which affect how wide an arc the fan will cover in the intended space.

Noise Level

The published noise range runs from 19.8dB at the lowest speed to 57.8dB at the highest. The manufacturer's own listing describes the highest-speed figure as comparable to a normal conversation — a characterisation that comes from the product listing rather than independent testing. Whether the lower end of this range is suitable for overnight use depends on the buyer's own noise tolerance; the night mode is described as quieter than standard, but no specific dB figure is given for that mode, so the acoustic floor during night-mode operation cannot be confirmed before purchase.

Energy Efficiency

The 40W wattage is clearly stated in the product listing, which allows a buyer to estimate running costs independently using a standard electricity tariff. The manufacturer also claims up to 70% lower energy consumption compared to an unspecified baseline; because no reference product or testing methodology is provided, this claim cannot be evaluated from the available information and should not be relied upon as a verified efficiency figure.

Best For

• Bedrooms where overnight use is planned and the published minimum noise level of 19.8dB — if accurate — falls within the buyer's acceptable range.
• Rooms where temperature fluctuates through the day and automatic speed adjustment is preferable to repeated manual changes.
• Settings where a 24-hour automatic shut-off timer is the primary convenience requirement.
• Situations where the fan needs to be moved between rooms regularly, given the integrated carry handles.

Not Suitable For

• Anyone who needs the product immediately — it is currently listed as out of stock.
• Those for whom a meaningful customer review base is a prerequisite at this price; only one rating is available.
• Purchase decisions where the oscillation sweep angle is a determining factor, given the unresolved conflict between 75° and 90° in the product listing.

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