Parrot Uncle sells more than 20 ceiling fans. This page looks at the Silent Storm, a large DC-motor model aimed at garages, workshops and oversized rooms and offered in three sizes. You can see Parrot Uncle’s range at its own site and check the current price there.
This is a research-based read, not a bench test. It draws on the brand’s published spec sheet and policy pages, plus the feedback that is tied to a named place: the brand’s own product page and third-party review sites. Every figure below is a published one.
The short version: high published airflow, reviews on the brand’s page that mention quiet running, and a motor warranty that looks generous on paper. The trade-offs are no built-in light, remote-only control and service complaints on third-party review sites.
Build and Specs
A DC motor drives the Silent Storm, with six speed settings, and the wattage changes with the size you pick. These are the brand’s published specs.
- Motor: DC, 40W on the 84-inch, 50W on the 100-inch and 55W on the 120-inch
- Speeds: six, selected from the included remote
- Blades: seven reversible aluminum blades set at an 11-degree pitch
- Downrods: two in the box, 8-inch and 12-inch, so drop height can be tuned at install
- Lighting: none built in
- Rating: indoor and covered patio use only, not fully wet locations
Bigger blades turn more slowly. Top speed falls from 95 RPM on the 84-inch to 58 RPM on the 120-inch. Each sweep of a long blade moves a lot of air, so the motor can turn slowly. That is the idea behind the HVLS label, short for high volume, low speed.
Sizes, Finishes and Airflow
Three sizes are on offer, 84, 100 and 120 inches, each in black, silver or white. The brand prices all three sizes alike, so picking a size is a question of fit rather than budget.
| Size | Motor | Published airflow |
|---|---|---|
| 84-inch | 40W | 11,200 CFM |
| 100-inch | 50W | 11,500 CFM |
| 120-inch | 55W | 24,000 CFM |
Look at the jump between the 100-inch and the 120-inch. The middle size adds only a little airflow over the smallest, while the largest more than doubles it. In practice the choice is between big and biggest, so let ceiling height and floor area make the call.
A brand’s own site can change what it charges, so check the current price at Parrot Uncle before you order.
What Owners Say
Only feedback tied to a named place is used here. On the brand’s own site, the Silent Storm shows about 4.9 out of 5 from nearly 100 reviews, which is a strong score at that volume.
Reviews on the brand’s product page return to three themes: quiet running, easy assembly and a gentle breeze rather than a strong gust.
DC motors are generally described as quieter than older AC motors, so the reviews and the spec sheet point the same way. A review score is not a measurement, though, so treat it as a hint rather than proof.
The complaint side comes from scores for the company as a whole. A third-party review site rates Parrot Uncle at about 2.7 out of 5 from roughly 100 reviews. The complaints concern service, not the fans: slow replies, communication gaps tied to a support team based in China, and trouble resolving warranty or shipping questions.
Praise for the fan and complaints about service point in different directions. That does not make a bad order likely, but it is a good reason to read the return and warranty terms before buying and to keep your paperwork.
Where It Fits and Where It Does Not
Airflow and blade span point to the target room: a garage, workshop, barn or an open living space with a high ceiling. In the product photos, the fan hangs in garages and workshops as well as open commercial spaces. A spare bedroom is the wrong target.
Three installation limits are worth checking before you buy.
- Ceiling pitch. Downrod installs top out at a 15-degree ceiling pitch. On a steeper ceiling, look at flush or angled-mount models elsewhere in the catalog.
- Exposure. The fan is for indoors and covered patios. An open porch that takes direct rain is the wrong spot, and the warranty excludes misuse and improper installation.
- Control. The brand says the DC motor is not compatible with standard wall dimmers, so the included remote is the main control. The brand’s own FAQ warns against pairing the two.
There is also no light on this fan. If you want one fixture to replace both the fan and the ceiling light, the catalog has other models with lighting, such as the Padus, which combines a large blade span with built-in dimmable LED lighting.
How It Compares With Big Ass Fans
Big Ass Fans, whose residential line is called Haiku, also sells large DC-motor fans for garages and open living areas, so it makes a reasonable point of comparison.
Smart features are where Big Ass Fans pulls ahead. Haiku models offer app control and work with Alexa and Google Assistant. The Silent Storm is remote-only, with no app or voice support.
Price is where Parrot Uncle pulls ahead. Haiku fans are priced well above Parrot Uncle’s for similar or smaller blade spans, and the Silent Storm’s published airflow numbers look competitive at comparable diameters. Compare current prices at both brands.
Durability and support are the open questions. Big Ass Fans has been established longer and puts its emphasis on build materials and durability testing. Parrot Uncle has a shorter history, so there is less of a long-term track record to lean on. If you do not need app or voice control, the premium buys convenience features more than a clear airflow advantage on paper.
Warranty, Returns and Shipping
The terms below come from the brand’s own pages.
- Motor warranty: limited lifetime, covering manufacturing defects in normal home use
- Light kits and fan parts: a one-year limited warranty of their own
- Returns: accepted for 30 days from the shipment date, for items that are new, unused and in sealed original packaging
- Return shipping: paid by Parrot Uncle when a product quality issue prompts the return, and by you in every other case
- Not covered: misuse, unauthorized repairs and electrical surges, plus remote batteries, cosmetic damage, normal wear and installation labor
Two conditions are easy to miss. Coverage excludes products bought from unauthorized sellers, and every claim needs proof of purchase plus the exact model number. The brand lists its own site, Home Depot, Lowe’s and Walmart as its sales channels, so buy from one of those and keep the receipt.
Claims go to the brand’s support team by email. Have the receipt, the model number, a short description of the fault and some photos or video ready before you write. To compare models first, browse Parrot Uncle’s own online store.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Silent Storm include a light?
No. This model has no integrated lighting, so plan for separate ceiling lights or look at a Parrot Uncle model that combines fan and light.
Can I use a wall dimmer or wall control?
The brand advises against it. Speed is set from the remote, and adding a dimmer or wall control may interfere with the speed control built into the fan.
Can the blades run in both directions?
Yes, the blades are reversible. On DC-motor models you change direction from the remote, with no pull chain involved.
What if my ceiling is steeper than 15 degrees?
A standard downrod mount is rated for a pitch of up to 15 degrees. A steeper ceiling needs another mounting approach, so look for flush or angled-mount options in the catalog before you order.
Can I mount it on an open patio?
Only a covered one. The fan is rated for indoors and covered patios, not for fully wet locations. A spot that takes direct rain calls for a model listed with a water-resistance rating.
How long before an order ships?
Plan on about 7 business days of processing for a standard item, counted from the day payment clears. Tracking details usually appear online two to three business days after processing ends. Shipping cost depends on weight, distance and shipping method.
The Verdict
The Silent Storm suits anyone who needs high published airflow in a big space. A DC motor that reviews on the brand’s page describe as quiet, three sizes at one price and a long motor warranty make a strong case on paper. Check the current price at Parrot Uncle’s site.
Choose it for a garage, workshop, barn or high-ceiling room, and pick the size by ceiling height and floor area. Skip it if you want a built-in light, app or voice control, or a fan for an open porch that gets wet.
Go in with clear expectations about service. Product feedback on the brand’s site is strong, third-party review scores for the company’s service are low, and the warranty only helps if you bought from an authorized channel and kept your receipt.
