Polycab Silencio Mini 1200mm BLDC Fan Review: Cheap and Noisy

The Polycab Silencio Mini 1200mm is for buyers who want a cheap BLDC fan with a remote for a spare room or a rental flat. The trade-off is refinement: it is noisier and moves less air than the Superfan, Crompton or Atomberg, and Polycab’s fan service is less established than its wire and cable business.

Is the Polycab Silencio Mini a good bedroom fan?

Only on the lower speeds. At top speed it measured about 54 dB at one metre, with a low hum from the motor and a flutter from the blades, so a light sleeper will notice it. On speeds 1 to 3 it is fine. If you need silence, the Atomberg or Havells are better choices and cost more.

How much air does it move?

Air speed at 1.5 m below the blades was 2.0 m/s at top speed, the lowest among the BLDC fans here, and fine for a 10 by 10 ft room. In a larger hall it feels weaker in peak summer. The airflow is still better than an old induction fan at its middle speeds.

How much electricity does it save?

Top-speed power measured 37 W against 75 W for a typical induction fan. At 12 hours a day and ₹8 a unit, the saving is about ₹1,332 a year. For a fan used four hours a day the saving is nearer ₹445, so the cheap price is attractive for rarely used rooms.

Will it run on an inverter?

Yes. On a 900 VA inverter with a 150 Ah battery and two LED bulbs, it ran about 18 hours at top speed. The motor restarted without a fault after changeover. This is the main reason to buy any BLDC fan if you face long power cuts.

Does it wobble?

Ours wobbled slightly at top speed after installation. The electrician re-tightened the blade screws and the wobble went away, and it stayed steady for the remaining weeks. Check this on day one, as wobble gets worse with time and shortens bearing life.

How does it behave at low voltage?

The fan held speed to about 195 V and slowed noticeably at 180 V, though it kept running. At 250 V it was stable. If your area has regular dips below 190 V, a slightly higher-priced fan with better low-voltage behaviour may serve better.

What about warranty and service?

Seller listings do not make the warranty terms clear for this model, and Polycab’s fan service reach is thinner than Havells or Crompton. Ask the seller for the warranty card in writing, keep the invoice, and call customer care before buying to confirm a technician visits your area.

Who should buy something else?

Most buyers will be happier with the Superfan, which costs a little more, runs quieter, and offers a 5-year warranty. Choose the Crompton if service reach matters.

Should I buy it for a room that is used all day?

Probably not. A fan that runs for twelve hours or more should be quiet, steady and covered by a clear warranty, and this model is weaker on all three. For a guest room or a store room, its low price and BLDC savings make more sense.