When comparing LectroFan High Fidelity White Noise Machine vs mybaby HoMedics SoundSpa On-The-Go, the Slant community recommends mybaby HoMedics SoundSpa On-The-Go for most people. In the question“What are the best white noise machines for babies?” mybaby HoMedics SoundSpa On-The-Go is ranked 2nd while LectroFan High Fidelity White Noise Machine is ranked 3rd. The most important reason people chose mybaby HoMedics SoundSpa On-The-Go is:
This is the only sound machine with that a heartbeat track. Many babies get comfort out of the heartbeat sound on loop since it makes them feel like they're inside the womb again.
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Pros
Pro Great for masking noise and creating a quiet environment for sleep
It effectively eliminates external noise using 20 fan sounds such as industrial, ventilation, house, air purifier, oscillating, etc. According to Amazon reviews, many have tested and succeeded in drowning traffic noise, conversational dialogues and even kitchen noise with the Lectrofan.
Pro Takes up minimal space
The machine is small yet visually appealing. It's easy to integrate on any space, whether on a desk or nightstand. It looks like a small heptagonal speaker and its rubber feet keeps it from sliding around when you press the buttons on the front.
Pro Has accurate volume controls
The Lectrofan is very precise with its volume. You can adjust for the sound to go quieter or louder in 1 decibel increments, allowing you to find that perfect volume comfortable for you.
Pro Great for reproducing your baby's experience inside the womb
This is the only sound machine with that a heartbeat track. Many babies get comfort out of the heartbeat sound on loop since it makes them feel like they're inside the womb again.
Pro Very user-friendly
Any adjustments you make can easily be done with the few buttons or the volume knob. There are no complicated switches.
Pro Designed for use away from home
It's lightweight and portable to stash in your diaper bag. Having a battery operated option gives you flexibility to travel without worrying if there will be a conveniently placed outlet or not.
Cons
Con No way of telling what your settings are
It has no LCD display to tell you what sound you have on, or what level your volume is. There's no way of knowing what settings to go back to if the machine gets unplugged or if someone else touches the controls.
Con Eats a lot of batteries
A set of new AAA batteries would only take 2-3 days to get consumed. While this may be an affordable product, you will spend a lot of money on replacement batteries so it is advisable to use rechargable ones.