Best Cooling Fan 2021 – Buyer’s Guide

Thanks to three speed choices and an oscillation mode which can blow air in an arc formation, this Bionaire is good for cooling down office spaces, living rooms and bedrooms which otherwise don’t get much fresh air into all corners.

We love the intelligent breeze mode, which switches automatically between speeds to emulate a natural gust of wind coming through the window every so often. This will also regulate the temperature really well; rather than a powerful speed lowering the temperature drastically, the switch will keep a nice atmosphere then provide a needed boost every so often.

You get a remote control with the purchase, so it is easy to change settings wherever you are. You also get a sleep mode which can lower the noise given out of you’re using it overnight, as well as a timer mode to give you more control without lifting a finger.

This is a fan which is perfect for allowing you to find your ideal climate. Three speed choices, a good power output and an oscillating function all make it nice and flexible.

An auto function can do the hard work for you if you like, assessing the atmosphere and then adjusting the speed depending on how much power is needed. The handy remote control will help if you do need to switch things up though, and you won’t even need to leave the sofa.

We love the digital display, which helps to easily see which settings are selected and the mode it is on. But the main thing is if it actually cools the room, and we can confirm it does the job.

If you need something for a small space, this slimline model from Xpelair is ideal. Not only is it compact, but it knocks out a lot of power too.

Three different speed settings and a 40W power output make sure it is always ready for the job. It will oscillate if needed, so while it is perfect for smaller spaces, it can cover a wide area. Xpelair themselves call it the Pencil Style Cooling Fan, which we think is pretty relative to just hot slim and tall it is.

The timer will be perfect if you like to sleep with the fan on. You can leave it running for anything up to 8 hours, so either while you are asleep or just for a few hours until you nod off comfortably. It comes with a remote control, so making any adjustments from the comfort of your bed or sofa is easier than ever.

If you love the idea of the Dyson Upright Fan but need something a little more concentrated and smaller for a desk or side table, then luckily, the company have come to your rescue.

This is their smaller version of the best-selling upright. And because it is smaller, the idea is that it is for more targeted tasks. Say you are sat at your desk in the day, and the upright in the office does nothing to help your body heat because you only get a slight breeze every so often – this model can sit next to you and give you fresh air in moments.

You still get all of the things which make the upright great, too. The ten speed settings, the intelligent Air Multiplier technology which creates a constant stream of cool air, and the oscillation and pivot ability. What you don’t get is the air going everywhere except to you.

When Dyson brought out their range of fans, it pretty much changed the game. All of a sudden, we had bladeless, open non-grill designs which were unlike anything we had seen before. Yet the surprising thing was that they were miles better than anything we had seen before, too.

This model is their freestanding option, designed to cover large spaces. There’s ten speeds to choose from, and it has a huge power output of 56W. So when the next heatwave hits the UK, the fan can still cope with the horrid stickiness of the environment.

Air multiplier technology gives the user a constant, consistent stream of air, too. So whereas older traditional models could stutter a little bit as they coped with external elements, this fan will not give the choppy effect.

The extra icings on the cake are the oscillation ability, timer and remote control. If you need something safe for your home, easy to clean and looking modern and almost futuristic, there is no better choice out there.

A fan which looks pretty different to anything ever seen before really. And it also has a lot of features which ensure it is one of the best cooling fans around.

You can choose from a whopping 24 speeds, for a start. If your current fan gives you either a small breeze which is barely felt, but the next move up is like a wind tunnel, then this should be your next buy. When you’re cooped up in your office all day, it is the perfect way to bring a gentle breeze from outside in, without letting every flying insect in the world in at the same time.

There is a scent box feature, which we loved. If you do want to keep the windows shut and the room is full of people, musty unpleasant odours can soon start appearing. Popping a lovely aromatic oil in there can freshen everything up. You also get a remote, and there’s a cut-out in the back of the unit for keeping it safe when not in use.

Now for the next thing which pretty much sets it apart from the others. It is rechargeable, so does not need to be plugged in all the time, and is free to follow you around. It can seem that there is never a plug socket where you need it the most, so to avoid trailing extension cables everywhere, this fan is ideal. You can’t take risks when it comes to comfort, after all.

There is nothing quite like a fan which has the traditional design to really add a pop of feature in a room when the heatwave hits, and this Swan is brilliant for that. In fact, we would say it is the best traditional retro stand fan about.

With a 50W power output, it is even more powerful that some of the ultra-modern tower style models. You get three speed settings to cope with whichever conditions are present, and it runs quietly on each. This would make it an ideal addition to a bedroom where style is still as important as keeping cool.

It will oscillate, but because of the style there is no remote or fancy control panel. You get a simple button to turn it off and on, and a dial to ramp up the speed. Basic, but the looks and power combination makes it worth paying that bit more than you’d spend on a cheap option if you want something which will last. A fan should not just be for a heatwave, but for many Summers to come, after all.

With a huge eight speeds to choose from, it is easier than ever to find the perfect breeze level in order to cool you down with the TF-21RC.

You get a handy remote control with it, so it is simple to switch between them all without even moving a muscle. If you want to change things up without the remote, all of the control panel is hidden under a handy little lid which will keep them clean but also save the unit from accidental switches or kids who are a bit too adventurous and want to see what will happen.

There is also a bit of air conditioner power built in to the unit. The ioniser cleans the surrounding air to help people breathe easier during humid conditions, which makes those stuffy summers a lot more bearable. It will oscillate a huge 360 degrees as well, not just 180 like others, getting right into every corner.

Sleep mode keeps things quiet while still maintaining the cool, and there is a timer in case you want to pop it on for an hour before bed or have it ready for when you come in from work.

When your room is stuffy overnight, it can be hard to cool it down. But having a fan on in the background can be annoying with the constant noise. Luckily, this Bionaire model has an extra-quiet mode for helping you to get some decent shut-eye.

There are three speeds to choose from depending on how much of a boost you need, and it oscillates to fill every corner of the room. A handy function which we loved was the ability to switch between alternating speeds, which simulates a natural breeze for a more ‘outdoor’ feel.

It only weighs 1.5kg so is nice and easy to carry around from room to room as needed, so you can take it from your desk to the living room when it is time to unwind. There is a handy timer so you can turn it off automatically once the room is cooled to save a bit of energy, too.