Nine of the best fans to keep you cool in summer
Featuring smart devices, bladeless designs and powerful cooling for rooms
- 1. Duux Whisper Flex Smart Fan
- 2. Dyson Purifier Cool Autoreact
- 3. electriQ 24-inch Quiet Tower Fan with Mood Light
- 4. MeacoFan 1056P Pedestal Air Circulator
- 5. Swan Retro 12-inch Desk Fan
- 6. Dimplex DXMBCF Black Tower Fan
- 7. Tower Scandi 16-inch Metal Pedestal Fan
- 8. Russell Hobbs 12” Scandi Desk Fan in White and Wood Effect
- 9. Meaco 1056 Air Circulator Fan
1. Duux Whisper Flex Smart Fan
With 26 speed settings, this fan can be used wirelessly and controlled via a remote, an app, or your voice. It is height adjustable and remarkably quiet.
2. Dyson Purifier Cool Autoreact
Ideal for allergy sufferers, the ultra-quiet Dyson purifies the air as it cools. It oscillates up to 350º and provides fast, powerful cooling for rooms of up to 27m².
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3. electriQ 24-inch Quiet Tower Fan with Mood Light
This 45W tower fan costs only 1p/hour to run; its bladeless design makes it extra safe for children and pets.
4. MeacoFan 1056P Pedestal Air Circulator
Easy to assemble, this ultra-quiet pedestal fan has both horizontal and vertical oscillation. It has a 12-hour timer and four modes, plus a magnetic remote control.
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5. Swan Retro 12-inch Desk Fan
This simple desk fan comes in eight colours and has a generous 1.6m cord. It has an oscillating function, three speed options, and with low noise levels, it is a good choice for bedrooms.
6. Dimplex DXMBCF Black Tower Fan
If you need a fan to slot into a small space, this tower model is a good option. It’s noisier than some, but effective – and it comes with a remote control.
7. Tower Scandi 16-inch Metal Pedestal Fan
Particularly sturdy and easy to put together, this extendable fan tilts up, down and from side to side; and it has a useful handle at the back for moving it around.
8. Russell Hobbs 12” Scandi Desk Fan in White and Wood Effect
This affordable stylish fan has wood-effect blades and comes in white, grey or black. It has three speeds and is a perfect size for desks.
9. Meaco 1056 Air Circulator Fan
With multi-directional oscillation and impressive power for its size, this is a great all-round model. It is very quiet, has a handle on top, and comes with a three-year warranty.
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