The touch controls are simple but effective and the basic remote perfectly usable, but you only get three speed settings and just 85˚ of oscillation. When it comes to choosing a fan, your decision should largely come down to the size of the area you need to cool. Where the data is available, look for a fan with a higher airflow than 150m³ per hour as a measure of its cooling power. Having assembled the fan and set it up, we measure the speed of the airflow through the fan at a distance of 1m with an anemometer, being sure to test at both maximum and minimum speed settings, plus a medium setting.

Some even tilt upwards and downwards as they do so, although this and the angle of oscillation will differ from fan to fan.

It comes in five models, designated for different sized rooms – 23m 2 for bedrooms, 13m 2 for offices and so on – but this living room model has the best balance of power, quietness and function. We also measure the sound levels at these settings, along with power consumption at the highest and lowest point. You can also change fan speed with the remote and these range from one (which is virtually silent) to ten and are indicated on the circular OLED status panel set into the base. The Lasko Portable Electric tower fan is an ultra-quiet and highly effective tower fan that’s great for living rooms (you can still hear the television when the fan is on high), dens, offices, or any room that needs increased airflow. While it’s not as powerful or prestigious as the Dyson fan at the top of our list, I think it’s subtler and better looking – not to mention far cheaper, for still excellent performance.

It’s taller, slimmer and quieter than the similar electriQ below and less likely to sell out than the John Lewis tower fan above. All it takes is a tap of the touch-sensitive button on the base, which switches between fan mode and three heat settings. New: A brand-new, unused, unopened and undamaged item in original retail packaging (where packaging .

Please note: Although we will do our utmost to deliver your product in the time stated we cannot be held responsible for any unforeseen delays. EcoAir Equinox fan are so energy efficient that you get high performance for a low energy consumption. Fans increase the velocity of the air flow, that in turn helps to cool a person inside a room (but not the room itself). We also try out any special modes and get to grips with both the built-in controls and the remote control, where supplied. That’s a lot of cooling power, even if we’d say that the airflow is strongest relatively low to the ground.

Some fans also use noticeably quieter, more energy-efficient motors and blade designs, maximising cooling power while minimising noise. Fans aren’t generally that expensive to run – even the most powerful models we’ve tested use around 40W when running at maximum speed. However, what we like most about this tower fan is that it offers an efficient and economical way to cool a larger area.What’s more, this fan has one of the more usable Natural modes out there, varying the speed but without any extreme changes, along with a sensible Sleep mode that just reduces the speed every 30 minutes. Fans and air conditioners work in different ways: Air conditioners remove heat from the air inside your home, then cool the air and recirculate it. Usefully, that air stream is quite narrow so you can cool yourself without blowing bits and pieces off your desk. Assembly is easy, and connecting it to your smartphone and Wi-Fi network using the GeoSmartPro app is a simple enough process. A great option for renters or anyone who wants an easy-to-install alternative to a heavy window A/C unit.

This means there’s less height and height adjustment than on other pedestal fans, but the Duux more than makes up for it with its versatility and efficient cooling. These slimline units blast out air from a tall column, giving you the cooling power of a pedestal fan in a lot less space. These are purchased separately and installed with the fan by your electrician - please see the 'you may also need' section below. The touch pad is located on the fan fascia for easy touch and it can also be activated by the light switch or smart humidity sensing. Whilst its a energy efficient fan, you can be surprised it can deliver high velocity and an amazingly ultra quiet performance.

height, its built-in ioniser mode and its rather classy brushed copper finish – even if it’s just a coloured plastic. It has an easy-to-use sleep timer and an ‘Auto’ mode that adjusts the fan speed according to the temperature. This is one of Princess’s only fans without smart features, but for all that it’s arguably its best.