The Best Fans to Keep You Cool at Home or Office in 2023, Tried and True (2023)

The best fan for cooling a bedroom or living room is one that can cool the air instead of just moving it. Therefore, many people invest in aportable air conditionerbut they are much more expensive. Plus, they use as much energy in an hour as a refrigerator does in a day.

Fans are cheaper, easier to set up and store, and have an instant cooling effect on sweaty skin. You can also get a small air-cooling effect by placing a bowl of ice water in front of a fan - the melted ice draws heat from the air. Another tip, if the air outside is cooler than inside your home, is to place a fan facing outside an open window to suck it in. Some people even have a second fan facing another window to push warmer air out.

Are there different types of fans? Of course: there are table fans; tall and skinny "tower fans"; Pedestal fans comprising a blade unit on a support; and floor fans, which tend to be larger and therefore can cool a larger space; You can find them at gyms or conference centers.

Premium models as our top pick, theDyson Cool Autoreact Air Purifier, they also clean the air as they cool it, and have additional features like a timer.

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What is the quietest fan for sleeping?

When buying a bedroom fan, choose a model with a quieter sleep mode or a noise level of around 50-55 dB. For comparison, background noise in an office is about 50 dB and a refrigerator or laptop emits about 35 dB of noise.

The type of fan motor affects the level of noise it makes. “The fans have an AC (alternating current) or DC (direct current) motor; DC motors are better because they don't have brushes, so they're quieter and more energy efficient," explains Nick Kandola ofclimate center, a retailer specializing in fans, air conditioners and dehumidifiers.

You should also consider who lives in your home. Tower fans or bladeless designs are safer in a home with small children or pets, as they pose no risk to small hands (or paws).

How I tested the best fans

As a Telegraph journalistrecommendedI've tested countless ventilators and other devices over the past 18 months. Every model on this list was personally tested by me on a sultry summer day in London and backed by experts. So here are the best fans to keep you cool this summer, starting with my favorite.

In short: the best fans for 2023

• overall better–Dyson Cool™ Auto-React air freshener
• The best pedestal fan–Support fan for air circulator MeacoFan 1056P
• best table fan–Beldray EH3266CH
• Best price/performance ratio–Devola DC 12-inch pedestal fan
• The best fan for the bedroom.–24-Zoll-Blattloser Silent-Tower-Air eletriQ eiQ-AM07
• The best fan for peace of mind–Duux Whisper Flex smart wireless fan

The best fans for 2023

1. Dyson Cool Autoreact Air Purifier

399,99 £, Juan Lewis

overall better

Do we like:powerful, elegant and silent, but expensive

It's probably no surprise to see Dyson's cleaning fan at the top of this list. Products from UK airflow specialists are consistently popular and a previous no-clean model (£ 339, Argos) was our main purchase for many years.

The elegant design of the Dyson air purifier has carved out a permanent place in my home. It cools powerfully and efficiently, making my living room cooler quickly, projecting over 290 liters of air per second. I could really feel the difference with less powerful devices. The other reason it seems to cool better than any other fan I've tested is that it has 350° oscillation, so it feels like it's moving air around the room more efficiently.

The second reason I liked it is the impressive air purification. Of course, this isn't something you can feel, but it filters 99.95% of pollutants out of the air with an advanced H13 HEPA filter. It continuously monitors and analyzes air quality and sends the results in real time on an LCD screen or via the Dyson Link app (which also lets you control the fan remotely). We are constantly warned about thispoor air quality in London, so this is an important feature for me.

I've also found that even the highest fan speed settings are quiet enough to use while concentrating on work or falling asleep (although, as you'd expect, there's a bit more noise on the highest setting of 10). It features an easy-to-use timer and an "Auto" mode that adjusts the fan speed based on the temperature and air quality in your home.

Maybe that's why I loved it the most, because it's a fan you really want to show off. Let's face it, fans aren't always the most stylish home accessories, but Dyson's distinctive bladeless design is a beauty. Every detail is well thought out, right down to the compact remote that stores magnetically in the fan.

The only downside is that it's a significant hassle. But its superior performance, coupled with the fact that it's the best to look around at, means this is a fan worth your while if you want to splurge.

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2. 24-Zoll-Blattloser Silent-Tower-Air eletriQ eiQ-AM07

£129.97, Devices Direct

The best fan for the bedroom.

Do we like:is energy efficient and costs just 1 cent per hour in operation

If you want a bladeless tower fan (like a Dyson) at a fraction of the cost, this is the model for you. It might not look as stylish, but the eletriQ eiQ-AM07 offers many of the same features as the leading brand for a lot less. It's also energy efficient and won't unduly increase your electricity bill (as a 45W unit, it costs about 1 cent an hour).

Safe for kids and pets, the bladeless design efficiently cools a living room, bedroom or home office with a maximum fan speed of 1200 rpm. It is easy to operate and offers three speed options which are simply “Turbo”, “Normal” and “Quiet”. It also has a timer and a fun extra in the form of optional colored ambient lighting. It's all well and good, but in testing I lost the speed range of some of the premium models.

3. Beldray EH3266CH 10-inch Desk Fan

£ 24,99, Amazonas

best table fan

Do we like:rock solid construction and strong breeze

4. MeacoFan 1056P auxiliary air circulation fan

171,99 £, Amazonas

The best pedestal fan

Do we like:loads of premium features at an affordable price

It is no exaggeration to say that this is the king of standing cheering. The first thing that strikes me (after being so easy to assemble) is that it has horizontal and vertical oscillations, which combined with a powerful 1653 m³/h airflow means it has unrivaled cooling capacity. It feels natural, like a gentle breeze. It's also very quiet, with a minimum noise level of 20db and a maximum of 60db, which is roughly the noise of a dishwasher. This is in part because it is powered by a brushless DC motor, which is more energy efficient and longer lasting, as well as being quieter than a traditional motor.

Also in terms of additional features, I found the MeacoFan 1056P delivered. It has an "Eco" mode that adjusts fan speed based on the ambient temperature, a "Natural" mode that replicates the breeze, as well as a timer, night light and a handy magnetic remote control.

As with the Dyson above, similar technology is available in a desktop fan: the MeacoFan 360 Personal Air Circulator Fan (£64.95, medium air conditioning). Its compact design fits on a smaller desk or nightstand, yet is still strong enough to efficiently cool you down.

The MeacoFan 1056P just misses the top spot on this list, as Dyson offers a wider range of equipment (including air purification) but is significantly cheaper.

5. Devola 12-inch DC pedestal circulation fan

£99.95, medium aircon- Sold out due to high demand. available alternativesHere

Best price/performance ratio

Do we like:it is extremely quiet but powerful

While this Devola fan is not a cheap buy at less than £70, I can confidently say that it represents excellent value for money - it is one of the quietest (with a minimum noise level of 20dB and maximum of 53dB) and is certified according to the industry standard "Quiet Mark". Despite being very silent, it does not compromise performance. The 12-inch blades deliver an airflow of 1140 m³/hour that is impossible to sniff out. Similar to the MeacoFan model above, it is powered by a brushless DC motor.

In practice, that means I've found this fan to be an excellent companion for working from home: Quiet enough not to interrupt video calls, yet enthusiastic enough to make my whole room noticeably cooler. Like most other decent models, it has a wide range of 12-speed settings, automatic pan and tilt, and a power-saving Eco mode.

It also has to be said that it's quite attractive to fans: I was happy to have the aluminum alloy base showing. It takes a step down from the MeacoFan model above in being slightly less efficient (with an airflow of 1140 m³/h versus the MeacoFan's 1653 m³/h), but otherwise it's a remarkably quiet and elegant fan well worth worth considering.

6. Duux Whisper Flex Smart Wireless Fan

£ 125,67, Amazonas

The best fan for peace of mind

Do we like:Swings horizontally and vertically for better coverage

This stylish pedestal fan has a lot going for it: it's stylish, sturdy and smart. It can be controlled via a smartphone app and has an incredible 26 speed settings to adapt to any temperature, plus a "natural" mode that creates a variable wind effect. I love the matte black finish, although it also comes in a traditional glossy white (£119. A lot).

As for the technology: it can be used completely wirelessly (via a battery in the base) and controlled by a compact remote, an app or even your voice. In addition, it is adjustable in height and can be used as a 88 cm pedestal fan or as a 51 cm pedestal fan. It's not the tallest pedestal fan, but the fact that it swings both horizontally and vertically means it offers excellent coverage even in a larger room.

While it's not technically "quiet" as the name might suggest, it is Quiet Mark certified and only produces 13-50dB of noise (the maximum is about the same as the noise of a fridge), which means it's about the same in use while you work. and sleep.

It is second only to the Devola model in terms of price - at just under 150 euros, this Duux fan is not cheap. And this is really complicated, but it's a little tricky to put together (although the pieces come in numbered baggies for ease). However, it's a worthwhile investment when low noise and high tech are your priorities.

7. 44 inch eletriQ tower fan

£54.97, direct to devices

best tower fan

Do we like:It is a space saving solution.

This fan's tall, slim design comes in handy when you're short on space. It offers many of the same features as the previously reviewed eiQ-AM07 bladeless fan, but with the added benefit of a lower price point. It has three fan speeds, a sleep mode, gentle oscillation and comes with a remote control. It's not that powerful, however, and I found it a little loud for my tastes at 59dB.

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