THE Dyson Hot+Cool HF1 is a stylish 2-in-1 smart device that provides heating in winter and cooling in summer. Designed for year-round comfort, the $499 unit combines quiet operation and smart controls with Dyson’s signature bladeless design.
I usually use a ceiling fan in the summer and a water heater in the winter. After three months of testing, the HF1 was a game-changer for me, and not just because it replaced two devices. It was the smart features of the HF1 that made this device particularly easy to use. Dyson provided the HF1 unit, which will be returned to the manufacturer.
While you can control the HF1 using the onboard controls or the included remote, you can also operate it from your smartphone with the MyDyson app. I found it especially convenient to turn the HF1 on or off from my phone — even when I wasn’t in the room — as well as set timers, adjust the oscillation, and create schedules to automatically turn on whenever I wanted.
The HF1 is quiet enough for bedrooms and home offices. In sleep mode, it operates at just 26 decibels and automatically dims its display. I’m a light sleeper who prefers complete silence at night and was able to quickly adjust to the fan noise.
The HF1 has an adjustable tilt that allows you to direct the airflow where you need it. For wider coverage, it can be set to oscillate at 15, 40 or 70 degrees.
The HF1’s smart thermostat constantly monitors the room and automatically adjusts the heating output to reach and maintain your chosen temperature. An important caveat: The HF1’s cooling function is essentially a high-powered fan, not an air conditioner, so it circulates air instead of lowering the room temperature.
One of my favorite features about the HF1 is its bladeless design, which makes it incredibly easy to clean. A quick wipe with a cloth is all it takes to remove the dust and, unlike traditional fans and heaters, you don’t need to clean any grills or blades.
The bladeless design also makes it a safer choice for homes with pets and children as there are no exposed blades for curious hands or feet to get caught in. However, the metal casing around the front of the HF1 can get slightly warm to the touch while in heating mode.
Another nice safety feature is that the fan automatically shuts off if tipped over.
In terms of size, the HF1 is compact and lightweight, weighing just under six pounds and standing 23 inches tall. Its slim design made it easy to move from room to room without taking up too much space or looking out of place.
While the HF1 comes with a premium price tag, it’s a worthwhile investment if you want a standalone device for year-round use. The combination of heating, cooling, smart features, quiet operation and easy maintenance make it an exciting upgrade over a standard space heater or fan.
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