I know, with this type of purchase, reviews are helpful. I made the decision to get this because of another review here and hope this helps you. 
I paired this with the Jonesboro down rod and it was perfect. I have a large open room with an 18ft ceiling and wanted to replace the dated existing fan. Definitely needed help by renting a large ladder because of its size and height. This is a two-person install unless you set up scaffolding. 
The light is bright enough and the speeds are adjustable from pretty decent breeze to light air movement. Quiet fan on all speeds. Remote is an added benefit but one weird note - It shows that you can do the reverse from the remote but the instructions specifically say that option does not work which it does not. You have to switch it from the top of the motor.