VicDoxey
Member Since: February 3, 2016Reviews
NOMA 2-in-1 Tower Fan & Heater, 44-in
Thank you @butterly and @canadiantire for allowing me to try this NOMA 2 in 1- All Season Tower fan and Heater. I received this for free in exchange for my honest review. I have had portable space heaters in the past but always needed to lug a fan... +
Thank you @butterly and @canadiantire for allowing me to try this NOMA 2 in 1- All Season Tower fan and Heater. I received this for free in exchange for my honest review. I have had portable space heaters in the past but always needed to lug a fan and a heater around my house because I like the best of both worlds. I love that I do not have to buy a separate tower fan and space heater, this is a two in one! It saves space and all works on one remote! While both don't run simultaneously, they are both powerful enough to cool the room or warm the room, depending on what setting is on. Setting up the fan and connecting the bottom was very quick, I followed the directions on the pamphlet it came with and it was finished and built in about 2 minutes, and is easily a one person task. Clicking the base together and adding the little screws was very quick, and required no extra tools.
I like the simple touch functions on the front of the tower, i only wish they had written words so I don't have to consult the manual each time to remember what to turn on and what setting I would like to have the heater on. The tall, sleek look of the tower is much more modern and classy than typical tower fans that are on the market, and it looks nice in any room I place it in. It is pretty tall, but its light, so moving it from room to room is not a big deal. I really love that because my basement is quite a bit cooler than the main floor so bringing it downstairs to warm the rec room up is very easy. It has a decent sized base, but it helps keep it quite stable and allows it to rotate and move without tipping over. And it has a safety feature that turns the device off if it ever did tip over which gives me peace of mind. It has quite a wide rotation, which I appreciate as I feel it reaches all areas of the room in both the heating and the fan modes, so its an even distribution of air, if I want it to rotate. I appreciate the long power cord as some heaters have short cords and you cannot plug them into extension cords for safety reasons so having a longer cord means I have a bit more room to move it about the room if i need do. The remote is very handy to be able turn the fan or heater on from the couch, and adjust the settings higher or lower or even put a timer on. The timer is an amazing feature for both convenience and safety as I can set it for 1 hour up to 8 hours, so I can almost set it and forget it. It will turn off at the designated time frame. I also like how the heater runs an extra 30 seconds after turning it off to expel any extra heat, another safety feature I appreciate. The heater function also has 2 LED indicators on top section of the heating element that let you know if the setting is on high or low depending on the one set of LEDs for low or two for high. Very cool, and also reminds you the heater is on when those lights are visible!
Unlike other fans on the market, this one has 6 speed settings and all of them are pretty quiet. I like that the fan runs in the background but does not affect the atmosphere of the space, I dont have to talk loudly or turn the tv up over top of the fan noise, its quiet but powerful. If I had one main complaint, it would be to have the heater in the middle not on the bottom, but that's my personal preference! I was really impressed with this 2 in 1 fan and heater and would recommend this for people who need both as well.
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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NOMA iQ™ App for Android
I downloaded the Noma iQ app as part of a test to try some NOMA Smart products from Butterly. The app was very easy to open and use, as the on screen instructions were easy and clear to understand. It took a few minutes to set up my profile and... +
I downloaded the Noma iQ app as part of a test to try some NOMA Smart products from Butterly. The app was very easy to open and use, as the on screen instructions were easy and clear to understand. It took a few minutes to set up my profile and connect to my wifi network, and then it was another minute or two to connect each device but it was so quick and easy. Using the app is very straightforward, it tells you exactly how to add devices, how to optimize each item or how to add it to a specific group or room to utilize it in the most efficient way. It's one of the easier smart device apps I have used. I would only use this app if it continues to be free.
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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NOMA iQ™ A19 E26 Base Smart Dimmable LED Light Bulbs, Tunable White/Colour 2-pk
Thank you @Butterly and @CanadianTire for sending me these Noma iQ Smart LED Bulbs to try for free in exchange for my honest review! I was so excited to give these new bulbs a go, and I have to say, they are truly awesome light bulbs. The Noma iQ... +
Thank you @Butterly and @CanadianTire for sending me these Noma iQ Smart LED Bulbs to try for free in exchange for my honest review! I was so excited to give these new bulbs a go, and I have to say, they are truly awesome light bulbs. The Noma iQ A19 E26 Base Smart Dimmable LED Bulbs in white/colour sound like a mouthful but boy do they pack a punch. With capability to connect to the NOMA iQ app and smart speakers, it allows me to be able to turn my lamps on and off using just the bulb, but also to change the colour to any combination I could possibly want! With millions of colour combinations thanks to the colour wheel on the Noma iQ app, I can change the bulb to suit my mood or the festive atmosphere of the holidays! I can ask my Alexa speaker to dim the light, change the colour and even turn it on and off from the comfort of my couch. No more finding light switches, I just have to say "Alexa, turn my lamp on", or "Alexa, turn the lamp to green" and its done in a matter of seconds.
Connecting the bulbs to the NOMA iQ app was very quick and simple, following the on screen directions had my bulb working and connected in minutes. The app is very easy to use, and keeps all of my NOMA iQ devices such as the bulbs and their smart plugs all in one spot, or I can organize them into rooms to be able to switch on different rooms at a time. I will be switching my regular light bulbs to these smart colour changing bulbs from now on! Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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NOMA iQ™ Smart Wifi Outlet Plug, 2-pk, Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, White
This smart plug is a life changing device and could not have come at a better time than the holiday season! I was so excited to receive this from Butterly, Noma and Canadian Tire to try for free in exchange for my honest review. There are so many... +
This smart plug is a life changing device and could not have come at a better time than the holiday season! I was so excited to receive this from Butterly, Noma and Canadian Tire to try for free in exchange for my honest review. There are so many devices in my home, from tvs, to coffee makers to lamps, and all of them are needed at different times for different uses, and having a smart plug (or two) has made using them so much more efficient and awesome! Speaking of the holidays, how excited I was to plug my Christmas Tree into the plug and be able to ask Alexa to turn my tree on was magical! What a cool feature to be able to use and super handy, as I no longer have to unplug it or find a button to push to turn it off. I am able to turn my lamps on without getting off the couch or out of bed, which has brought such ease to my life. No more looking for switches in the dark, a quick request of my smart speaker and the room is lit up! The NOMA IQ app was so easy to use, I followed the directions in the pamphlet that came with the switches, and then the on screen instructions in the app allowed for a very simple and quick introduction into how to pair the switches, and then use them. Even better, I can then pair them with my smart speaker so that I can have Alexa or Google assistants turn my devices on and off with just a simple request like "Hey Alexa, turn on my Christmas Tree", or "Hey Google, turn the lamp on". I can name each device its own unique name so that my smart speaker knows exactly what plug to turn on. It is a seamless experience that has made my life with so many different devices and electronics more manageable, fun and efficient! *Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review*
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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Vida by PADERNO Variable Temperature Glass Kettle, 1.7-L
Thank you so much to Butterly for sending me this Paderno kettle for free in exchange for my honest review. This is the Vida by Paderno Variable Temperature glass kettle which holds 1.7 litres of water. With temperature control settings from 40... +
Thank you so much to Butterly for sending me this Paderno kettle for free in exchange for my honest review.
This is the Vida by Paderno Variable Temperature glass kettle which holds 1.7 litres of water. With temperature control settings from 40 degrees Celsius to 100 degrees Celsius, it can brew the perfect cup of any drink you desire. The see through glass is a really nice feature which allows you to see your water boiling, and gives a sleek look to my kitchen. It holds 1.7 litres of water so I can make as little as a cup, up to a big tea pot for serving multiple guests. A really cool feature it has is the 30 minute temperature hold which keeps the water at the designated temperature so you can enjoy a second cup! How cool is that?
I also love that it beeps when it is finished boiling so I know when it's at my selected temperature, and did I mention it boils quick? It's so fast and efficient, in no time at all I can have my favourite tea. The 360 degree base is fantastic for placing the kettle on in any direction or with either hand!
Overall I really love this kettle, I love watching it boil, selecting the perfect temperature for my drinks and having a sleek look for my counter.
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NOMA SurfaceElite™ High Power Bagless Corded Upright Vacuum Cleaner
Thank you @thisisbutterly for allowing me to test this vacuum from @Noma and @CanadianTire for free. The vacuum came disassembled in the box but was pretty easy to put together using the instructions. It took about 10 minutes to get it all set up to... +
Thank you @thisisbutterly for allowing me to test this vacuum from @Noma and @CanadianTire for free. The vacuum came disassembled in the box but was pretty easy to put together using the instructions. It took about 10 minutes to get it all set up to run, and only required a screwdriver for about 5 seconds. The vacuum looked really nice once assembled, the chrome look of the front filter as well as the blue colour of the vacuum make it look quite nice. I love the bagless filter, which means I don't have to ever buy a bag filter again and can easily just dump out the dust and hair with ease at the push of a button. There are multiple levels of filtration including a HEPA filter which make it really easy to trap fine particles and prevent them from releasing back into the air.
The anti tangle brush roll is something I haven't seen before and makes it easy to not have to stop the vacuum to cut hair clumps out.
The vacuum also has a floor detection feature when you change floor types and adapts to the right height to properly trap dirt and dust on any surface, hardwood to rug.
The vacuum is quite heavy, which makes it more difficult to roll around and pivot the floor and definitely a struggle to use on stairs, even with the hose attachment as carrying it up and down, it's just too heavy. However, the second level function which is used for carpets and other such flooring almost propelled the vacuum forward which made it easier to push along.
It comes with a really nice long power cord so I don't have to re-plug in as I move from room to room. The cord wraps nicely on the side of the vacuum when not in use, so it stores really clean and nice. The extension arm on the vacuum makes it easy to reach higher areas such as the couch or stairs, or even lighting. And I love that it came with a multi tool which has a dusting tool, upholstery and crevice tool, and it clips right on the vacuum at the back for easy storage. I can clean my couch cushions and fit the tool in all the easy to miss nooks and crannies.
I'm a little disappointed that the light only turns on if it's on the second setting for carpets, as I would have liked to be able to see particles on hardwood that I may have missed, but it sure is a handy feature regardless!
Overall, the vacuum is really nice quality and feels very durable. It will come in handy for cleaning up any kind of mess or dirt on my floors and the easy release canister makes dumping out dirt and particles quick and easy, with a quick rinse afterward to keep it clean.
I would recommend this vacuum to anyone who prefers a vacuum that is solid, will work on carpet, rugs and hardwood and requires a more heavy duty clean. As for me, I would prefer a lighter vacuum, but this will do any job I can imagine needing a vacuum for. I'm very grateful.
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NOMA E27 LED String Lights, Warm White
I was very excited to try the Noma E27 Led String lights but have to say they left me disappointed. The string of lights came in a nicely sized small box and were packaged nicely, with wrappers on each light to protect them from scratches and they... +
I was very excited to try the Noma E27 Led String lights but have to say they left me disappointed. The string of lights came in a nicely sized small box and were packaged nicely, with wrappers on each light to protect them from scratches and they were easy to pull apart into one string. I love that they are kind of like actual lightbulbs and can be unscrewed individually so you can replace them. The little string lights inside each bulb are really pretty and give it more dimension and a sparkly look when they are lit up. They are more warm in the white colour range than I thought the box displayed, but they were still bright, although not bright enough to light a path, unless you buy more sets. I actually thought they looked really nice, however that's where the positives end for me. Unfortunately the string lights are very short, with only 10 feet I couldn't quite hang them up anywhere nice as they don't reach across any spaces without having to buy a second or third set. The first light bulb is right beside the plug so it needs an extension cord in order to be hung up anywhere, I wish there had been a foot or two of space to the first plug so I could plug them in at regular plug level and hang them up higher but half of the lights are then way too low and it doesn't hang across nicely. The box says the lights are indoor outdoor but I could not find any information on the box or the instructions about if they are okay to be out in the rain or snow, which is important because in Canada we get all sorts of weather and I'm not sure if they are rated for wet conditions, and therefore had to take them down and put them back up each time because I wasn't sure it was safe. The price is also really disappointing and I would not be purchasing any more sets even though I think in order to hang it in the yard or on a gazebo you would need at least 3 sets. They are very expensive and for only 10 feet, it doesn't make sense to buy more sets at that price. -
Colgate Total Fresh Boost Toothpaste Gel
This toothpaste did not stand up to the hype. I found it did clean my teeth nicely and had a clean feeling mouth after using but it was not refreshing and did not provide any freshness or minty after flavour to my breath or mouth. Once done brushing... +
This toothpaste did not stand up to the hype. I found it did clean my teeth nicely and had a clean feeling mouth after using but it was not refreshing and did not provide any freshness or minty after flavour to my breath or mouth. Once done brushing all flavour was completely gone and I did not like that. The blue dyes used in the toothpaste have stained my toothbrush and no amount of scrubbing or boiling has removed the blue stains on the bristles of my toothbrush. I can only imagine how the blue stain would affect my teeth from further use. Not a fan, will not recommend from the dye alone. -
FLAWLESS FACIAL HAIR REMOVER, BLUSH
I am very excited to have been gifted this Flawless Beauty Facial Hair Remover! As someone who has PCOS and unfortunately has to deal with unwanted facial hair, this is a very useful and effective device. I was pleasantly surprised as to how it was... +
I am very excited to have been gifted this Flawless Beauty Facial Hair Remover! As someone who has PCOS and unfortunately has to deal with unwanted facial hair, this is a very useful and effective device. I was pleasantly surprised as to how it was able to cleanly remove my excess unwanted hair on my chin and face and it was painless! I was expecting something that pulled or yanked the hair out but it just cuts it off so that the skin is smooth and flawless! It's compact and almost the size of a lipstick so it can be taken anywhere and is inconspicuous for those who prefer some privacy. I enjoyed how quickly I could remove the hair in a matter of seconds with no redness or pain! The only negative is that it's not rechargable and its unfortunate that I have to find replacement heads as it didn't come with any extras. -
Batiste Light Scent Green Tea & Chamomile Dry Shampoo
I was very excited to try out this Batiste Natural Extract Spray with Green Tea and Chamomile, however the scent of the product is so strong and unpleasant that I would not use it again. It is not subtle at all, and the scent does not dissipate at... +
I was very excited to try out this Batiste Natural Extract Spray with Green Tea and Chamomile, however the scent of the product is so strong and unpleasant that I would not use it again. It is not subtle at all, and the scent does not dissipate at all over the day. I felt like the strong scent would attract more attention to my hair than leaving it unwashed and potentially greasy. I do not recommend this product. Its very disappointing that a product that boasts natural ingredients and scents would be so unnatural in actuality. Not a fan! It did not provide any texture, volume or make my hair appear as if it was washed that day. It left white residue that remained regardless of brushing and just felt gross in my hair. -
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