Pros: Compact size for the air movement it puts out. Heavy, solid construction, nothing like cheapo fans the same size. Padding under the base ensures the unit will stay in place when placed on a slick surface. REALLY moves the air; works great as a unidirectional fan when sitting right in front of it during the hottest part of the day but truly shines when it comes to cooling things down once the sun sets, dropping the indoor temperature much more quickly and efficiently than any combination of standard fans. Very quiet on low and medium settings, only slightly louder on high. Cons: None that I can think of. Don't be fooled into thinking this is just another fan. It is not; the performance is superior to any fan and belongs in a class of its own.