Farelek Bali
(24 reviews)
A reversible ceiling fan with a built-in E27 light: it cools in summer and redistributes warmth in winter, all year round.
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Key features
- Diameter: 107 cm, 4 reversible blades in FSC-certified MDF
- Speeds: 3 speeds, 130 / 165 / 200 rpm, pull-chain control
- Power supply: 230V mains, 50W motor
- Very quiet operation, widely praised, reversible for summer and winter use
In detail: Farelek Bali Ceiling Fan with Light, 107 cm
The Farelek Bali is a 107 cm ceiling fan that combines air circulation and lighting in a single unit installed on the ceiling, in place of a standard ceiling light. Made by Far Group, a French SME based near Tours, it belongs to a range of household fans widely sold in France for several years, which explains the large number of customer reviews available across its various finishes: white, antique brass, or brown.
Its 4 reversible blades in FSC-certified MDF spin at three speeds, 130, 165, or 200 rpm depending on the setting chosen via the pull chain. In summer, the standard rotation direction pushes air downward to cool the room, while in winter the reverse direction redistributes warm air that has collected near the ceiling, a complementary use to heating that justifies leaving the unit in place year-round rather than unplugging it out of season. Its 50W motor stays economical for continuous operation, and many buyers highlight a very low noise level, a decisive factor for bedroom use.
The built-in lighting uses an E27 socket that accepts a bulb of up to 60W, not included with the unit, leaving you free to choose the color temperature and light intensity to suit the room. With dimensions of 107 x 107 x 30 cm, it suits a room of about 20 m², typically a living room or large bedroom whose ceiling meets the required safety height.
Installation, doable in a little over an hour by an experienced DIYer, requires a suitable load-bearing ceiling, preferably concrete, and a standard electrical connection, with no remote control included as standard: this model comes with pull-chain control only, and a dedicated Farelek remote is available as a separate accessory. This is the main point of caution raised in reviews, as some buyers mistakenly expected a remote after reading the product listing.
Beyond that, the Farelek Bali delivers on its promise: effective, unobtrusive cooling, a dual summer-winter function that pays off the purchase over time, and a price well below that of high-end ceiling fans of an equivalent diameter.
Technical data
Detailed characteristics
Performance
| Speeds?Number of fan speeds offered by the unit. | 3 speeds, 130 / 165 / 200 rpm, pull-chain control |
|---|---|
| Reversible function?Ability to reverse the blade rotation to circulate warm air in winter (mainly on ceiling fans). | Summer/winter, rotation direction reversal |
Features
| Lighting?Whether the unit has built-in lighting (mainly useful on ceiling fans). | E27 socket, bulb up to 60W (not included) |
|---|---|
| Control?Type of controls used to adjust the unit (buttons, touchscreen...). | 3-speed pull chain; Farelek 112596 remote control available as a separate accessory |
Dimensions and power supply
| Diameter?Diameter of the unit's grille or blades. | 107 cm, 4 reversible blades in FSC-certified MDF |
|---|---|
| Power supply?How the unit is powered (mains, USB/battery, disposable batteries). | 230V mains, 50W motor |
| Dimensions?Width, depth and height of the unit (W x D x H). | 107 x 107 x 30 cm |
| Recommended room size?Room size the unit is designed for, according to the manufacturer. | About 20 m² |
Comparison
At around €60, the Farelek Bali competes with several ceiling fans with lighting in the same price range, notably the Cecotec EnergySilence Aero 450 and Aero 4280 Invisible Steel, both frequently found in searches for "ceiling fan with light". Here is how they compare based on the manufacturers' published specifications.
| Criterion | Farelek Bali | Cecotec Aero 450 | Cecotec Aero 4280 Invisible Steel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diameter | 107 cm, 4 MDF blades | 106 cm, 4 blades | 106 cm, retractable steel blades |
| Speeds | 3 speeds, pull chain | 3 speeds, pull chain | 6 speeds, remote included |
| Lighting | E27 socket, bulb of your choice (not included) | Built-in ceiling light | Built-in LED, 3 white tones |
| Motor power | 50 W | 50 W | 40 W |
| Timer | No | No | Yes, 1/2/4/8h |
| Observed price | ≈ €60 | ≈ €56 to €61 | ≈ €67 to €75 |
In short, the Farelek Bali stands out with its E27 socket, which allows complete freedom in choosing the bulb, warm, cool, or dimmable, whereas both Cecotec models come with a fixed, non-replaceable built-in LED light. The Aero 4280 counters with an included remote, a choice of 6 speeds, and a programmable timer, at a higher price. For a simple, budget-friendly first ceiling fan, the Bali remains the most versatile choice when it comes to lighting.
Our tester's verdict: Benoit Richard
We tracked a large number of buyer reviews for this Farelek Bali, a long-standing classic in ceiling fans sold for years: the point that comes up most often is how quiet it runs, to the point that several users bought a second unit for another room after a successful first try. Installation, doable in a little over an hour by an experienced DIYer, poses no particular difficulty as long as the ceiling is concrete and suited to the included mounting plate. The reversible function delivers on its promise in both summer and winter, a real plus for spreading the cost of the purchase over the whole year. The one recurring complaint concerns the remote control: contrary to what the product listing suggests on some retail sites, the unit is only controlled via the standard pull chain, with the dedicated Farelek remote sold separately. At this price and for this level of quiet operation, the Bali remains a safe bet for a living room or bedroom.
Frequently asked questions: Farelek Bali Ceiling Fan with Light, 107 cm
No, the standard model is controlled only via a 3-speed pull chain. A dedicated remote control (Farelek 112596) is available as a separate accessory for anyone who wants remote operation, but it is not included in the original box.
It connects to an existing ceiling light point, usually with neutral, live, and earth wires linked to the control unit built into the fan. A load-bearing ceiling (ideally concrete) and a solid mounting plate are essential; hiring an electrician is advisable if you have any doubts.
The motor is rated at 50W, which remains very economical for extended use, not counting the separately added E27 bulb (up to 60W depending on the model chosen).
With its 107 cm diameter and 3 speeds up to 200 rpm, it is recommended for a room of about 20 m², typically a living room or a spacious bedroom.
Yes, its blades are reversible: by switching the rotation direction, the unit redistributes warm air that has collected near the ceiling back down into the room, complementing existing heating.
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Page published on 1 July 2026, updated on 31 July 2026