Wind Bells Vs Wind Chimes: What's The Difference?

Wind bells and wind chimes both make a great addition to your outdoor space. However, they differ, in the types of sounds they produce, as well as the overall styles they have. The decision comes down to what it sounds like, the style you want, and where you will put the item. 

You can't go wrong with either one but try learning about the difference between wind bells and wind chimes before choosing a wind chime or wind bell for your home.

	Wind Chimes	Wind Bells
How they're built	Several tuned tubes (usually aluminium) struck by a clapper.	A single steel bell with a hollow chamber, struck by a clapper and windcatcher.
How they sound	Multiple notes, light to deep, and some play set melodies.	One deep, resonant tone.
Best for	Multiple notes, light to deep, and some play set melodies.	Entrances, front doors and porches where you want a bold accent.

The Difference Between Wind Chimes and Wind Bells in Detail

Wind chimes are created with suspended tubes or other objects that will create notes as they move in the wind. These items often use a clapper to hit various tubes and chimes that have been set to unique pitches depending upon their length, material, weight, and tuning. 

Our Woodstock range offers small, medium, and large options in addition to melody, meditation, memorial, chakra and Zenergy chimes. Certain styles include notes that have been tuned to specific melodies like Amazing Grace. This means you have many choices if sound is the primary reason for choosing a chime.

Where to Put Your Wind Chime 

Imagine a place where you could really enjoy the harmonious sounds of a wind chime. Maybe a patio or verandah door or a balcony, or even a garden seating area where you are within an earshot of the wind and the music it creates. 

Smaller chimes would fit better in a small space, whilst a larger chime would make a beautiful addition to a larger garden.  

What Makes Wind Bells Unique?

Wind bells often provide a simple style that takes advantage of the beauty of a bell shape. They offer a strong accent to a home or business entrance with their greater range of bells. 

Our current collection includes Dragonfly Windbell, Dharma Cowbell, Temple Bells, and a range of Heroic Wind Bell designs. The Heroic Wind Bells come in medium, large and extra-large options. 

Choosing The Perfect Wind Bell

A bell can look spectacular as part of an entryway design. You can also opt for a deck bell or other location that will benefit from the subtle sound the bell will create as a result of the wind. 

Dragonfly Wind Bell uses a light design that includes bead detailing with a Verdigris finish. However, if you want something more dramatic, the Heroic Wind Bells can be used as a wind-activated bell. Dharma Cowbells offer an alternative with their antique copper steel finish and pine wood wind catcher. Temple Bells provide yet another option in this exciting range that includes trio and quintet styles. 

Wind Bells or Wind Chimes for Gifting?

Both wind chimes and wind bells make wonderful gifts. The primary consideration is the interests of the recipient. If the person you are buying for has an interest in musical outdoor decorations, then a wind chime is an excellent choice. A person who wants a bold accent for their garden would appreciate the choice of a wind bell. 

Wind bells would make a wonderful gift for birthdays, anniversaries, housewarming parties and sympathy gifts. The range also includes a number of themed options to help you pick out the perfect gift for any recipient. 

How to Choose the Best Wind Bell or Wind Chime?

Now you know the difference between wind chimes and wind bells, but what else are you likely to think about when purchasing one of these decorating items as a gift or for your own personal use?  

Firstly, you need to take into account placement, as it will have a huge influence on your purchase. Always measure the space available and also take into consideration the space required for an item to swing freely. 

Make sure you match the size of the item to the space and check that the hanging location will be able to support it. You must also remember to take into account the person who is going to receive the gift when it comes to the decorating scheme.

Lastly, think about the kinds of sounds you like and decide whether you would prefer a wind chime tuned to particular notes or a wind bell with big and loud bells placed near an entrance or some other outdoor area. 

Maximising Your Outdoor Space with Wind Bells and Wind Chimes

The way in which you place the item will have an effect on its performance. You must hang your wind chime or wind bell in a place where it can catch a breezy but sheltered spot, with clear space around it. 

You must also take into account the view, since a decorative wind chime can help to improve your garden, and a bell situated by the entrance can become a striking feature. As bigger items require more space, be certain to leave sufficient room around the object and check twice the position where you plan to hang it. 

At Gift N Garden, you can find multiple types of wind chimes and wind bells, allowing you to compare the different options in one place. You might select the size, finish, theme, and sound to match your own tastes or the interests of a loved one.