We loved the black one so much in the master, we had to get the other for the guest room and they are PERFECT. I don't even know which shade I prefer because they both work so well in the spaces. You can only control the speed and light with the remote, so if you're a person who misplaces things, this probably isn't the best choice. But aesthetically, I have never seen ceiling fans I like more. We get compliments on them constantly. I HIGHLY recommend.