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20" Perfect Aire 3-Speed Portable Household Box Fan

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Ace Hardware has 20" Perfect Aire 3-Speed Portable Household Box Fan (2PAFBX20) on sale for $18.99. Select free store pickup where stock permits, otherwise, shipping is free on orders $50+ w Ace Rewards account [Free to Join]

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  • Price Research
    • At the time of research, this product is $16 lower (45.73% savings); normally priced for $34.99; good option for the upcoming Summer heat/weather
  • About the Deal
    • This portable household box fan features a powerful air flow, quiet operation, weather resistant & front grill removal for easy cleaning
    • Offer valid while promotional price/supplies last
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    • Product is available for online purchase only
    • Product is eligible for return within 30 days of purchase

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Ace Hardware has 20" Perfect Aire 3-Speed Portable Household Box Fan (2PAFBX20) on sale for $18.99. Select free store pickup where stock permits, otherwise, shipping is free on orders $50+ w Ace Rewards account [Free to Join]

Thanks to Deal Hunter PennyFound for finding this deal

Note, product/availability for store pickup may vary by location.

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • Price Research
    • At the time of research, this product is $16 lower (45.73% savings); normally priced for $34.99; good option for the upcoming Summer heat/weather
  • About the Deal
    • This portable household box fan features a powerful air flow, quiet operation, weather resistant & front grill removal for easy cleaning
    • Offer valid while promotional price/supplies last
  • Additional Details
    • Product is available for online purchase only
    • Product is eligible for return within 30 days of purchase

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Are they really bad? And would you mind sharing the link you bought from Amazon please? I'll be making a DIY air purifier for home so asking TIA🙏
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This 20 inch Perfect Aire box fan stands out as a strong air mover for the price, with even low speed pushing a surprising amount of air. It is also being used for white noise and DIY air filter setups, including Corsi Rosenthal builds and HVAC filter attachments. The metal construction gets credit for holding up better than plastic fans in long daily use, though it is louder than many fans and may not be strong enough for every filter setup. A solid budget pick for circulation or simple filtration projects.

  • People building a DIY air filter, because it can move enough air for a Corsi-Rosenthal setup when tested early.

    goggslicksterSlimeyfaceIlovedeals

  • People who want strong airflow for a garage or room fan, because even low speed blows hard and moves air better than some box fans.

    skippopobbybortis

  • People running a fan nearly nonstop for white noise or circulation, because the metal frame holds up better than plastic fans under 24/7 use.

    b0ooob0ooo

  • People expecting a lightweight plastic fan to last through years of constant use, because the plastic prongs can chip and fall apart after months of abuse.

    b0ooob0ooo

  • People planning a filter-mounted air purifier build without checking airflow first, because the motor can be too weak or strained with a filter on the intake side.

    goggslicksterSlimeyface

  • People who need a quiet bedroom fan, because it is louder than most fans and takes getting used to.

    b0ooo

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Jun 3, 2026 5:30 PM
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goggslicksterJun 3, 2026 5:30 PM
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If you're thinking of making a Corsi-Rosenthal air purifier out of this, make sure you test the air strength on this unit. I don't have this one. But I have a $20 fan from Walmart, and it's not strong enough to make me feel more confident. Test it soon before the return date expires. At least it's cheaper than Walmart version.
Jun 3, 2026 5:35 PM
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HeyGuysChrisFixHereJun 3, 2026 5:35 PM
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Quote from Ilovedeals View quoted comment :
Can attach this to hvac filters to make your own air filter.
I never thought of that but its a good idea. Just be sure to attach the filter to the air intake side only, and use the least restrictive filter possible such as a MERV5 rating at most.
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Jun 3, 2026 5:40 PM
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amansinghJun 3, 2026 5:40 PM
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Thanks!
Jun 3, 2026 6:38 PM
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pyroskater85Jun 3, 2026 6:38 PM
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Quote from Ilovedeals View quoted comment :
Can attach this to hvac filters to make your own air filter.
Can you attach a filter to this one? I bought a different box fan and it has the plug directly in the middle on the back. Making it very difficult to install a filter. My current one just broke a few months ago and was waiting for a new one to go on sale
Jun 3, 2026 7:08 PM
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mspritzerJun 3, 2026 7:08 PM
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Good deal!
Jun 3, 2026 7:26 PM
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WEVUDOJun 3, 2026 7:26 PM
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Quote from HeyGuysChrisFixHere View quoted comment :
I never thought of that but its a good idea. Just be sure to attach the filter to the air intake side only, and use the least restrictive filter possible such as a MERV5 rating at most.
Get 4 20x20 merv 13+ filters and make a CR box. It will filter air better than any fancy air purifier and the filters will last 6 months+.
Jun 3, 2026 8:00 PM
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Thank you

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Jun 3, 2026 8:13 PM
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SlickLULZJun 3, 2026 8:13 PM
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Good for ghetto jerky maker?
Jun 4, 2026 12:03 AM
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Make sure you sign up for Ace online account. I have been using $10 off $10 and other Ace REWARDS EXCLUSIVE
current is: $5 off $30
Exp. 2026/06/17
Some items that are on sale or clearance don't stack with these Ace Rewards, but I tend to save up my Ace trips and have gotten a lot of freebies--broom and dustpan, shampoo/conditioner, clear gloss spray sealer, and other discounts over the years on needed stuff.
Thank you OP, good deal and timely!
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Quote from Ilovedeals View quoted comment :
Can attach this to hvac filters to make your own air filter.
Quote from HeyGuysChrisFixHere View quoted comment :
I never thought of that but its a good idea. Just be sure to attach the filter to the air intake side only, and use the least restrictive filter possible such as a MERV5 rating at most.
Quote from pyroskater85 View quoted comment :
Can you attach a filter to this one? I bought a different box fan and it has the plug directly in the middle on the back. Making it very difficult to install a filter. My current one just broke a few months ago and was waiting for a new one to go on sale
Some fans aren't optimal for this;


There is worry that it will put excess strain on the motor, or that it's not powerful enough with a filter mounted directly on the air intake side.


They do sell box fans that have a slot for a MERV filter on them such as this https://us.amazon.com/Lasko-FF305...B089P1Z38J
With a beefed up motor



Quote from goggslickster View quoted comment :
If you're thinking of making a Corsi-Rosenthal air purifier out of this, make sure you test the air strength on this unit. I don't have this one. But I have a $20 fan from Walmart, and it's not strong enough to make me feel more confident. Test it soon before the return date expires. At least it's cheaper than Walmart version.


Exactly!
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muscletoneJun 4, 2026 6:33 AM
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3, tks!
Jun 4, 2026 11:24 AM
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AquaLanguage4204Jun 4, 2026 11:24 AM
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Quote from mythchief View quoted comment :
Just what I needed. Thanks.
Did you already grab this? Are the feet detachable?
Jun 4, 2026 11:26 AM
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AquaLanguage4204Jun 4, 2026 11:26 AM
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Quote from HeyGuysChrisFixHere View quoted comment :
I never thought of that but its a good idea. Just be sure to attach the filter to the air intake side only, and use the least restrictive filter possible such as a MERV5 rating at most.
You want to start at merv 13 to have any health benefit otherwise it's just a dust filter. Cleanaircrew website has the details.
Jun 4, 2026 7:50 PM
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AngryhorseJun 4, 2026 7:50 PM
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Thank you. Been meaning to put together a garage fan and filter to run rarely and for short periods. Lowes by me has a 20x20x1 washable filter for half off at $12. Clearance so ymmv. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Purafilt...5005841755

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Jun 5, 2026 1:04 AM
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b0oooJun 5, 2026 1:04 AM
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Quote from Hell_To_Heaven View quoted comment :
Are they really bad? And would you mind sharing the link you bought from Amazon please? I'll be making a DIY air purifier for home so asking TIA🙏
I leave my fan on almost 24/7 to circulate air and as white noise and wfh so the plastic fans can't take that 24/7 abuse. After 3-4 months the individual plastic prongs start chipping away and fall apart. No issue with these metal ones.

It is louder than most fans so that gets a bit of getting used to but now I don't hear it.

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