Hands down, our favorite floor fan is the Vornado 660 for its strength, setting selections, and small footprint. This compact fan is an "air circulator" designed to move air throughout the whole room rather than blow directly on you. It efficiently mixes the air in the room to give you an equal temperature throughout, and its tunnel-like shape works very well at cooling you down rapidly when needed. It provides plenty of choices with its four varying speeds, which are all quite different. Despite this fan's small size, the top speeds emit powerful breezes, and the lower speeds are impressively quiet.

Those in the market for a portable fan might want to consider this Air King model, which strikes a good balance between small size and ample power. The powder-coated blades are only 12 inches, and the whole unit measures 15.5 inches by 8.5 inches by 16.5 inches—a compact design that fits easily into a small room. Some floor fans are equipped with remote controls, allowing users to change the airflow settings without having to access them directly on the device. Some remotes also have automatic shut-off functions. Noise Level Though it isn't topping our charts, there's still a lot we love about the Lasko 3520 20" Cyclone. This big plastic fan is simple to use and is one of the few that has its control knob right on top of the unit. It pushes air out in multiple directions rather than creating a wind tunnel that only works right in front of the blades. Small rubbery feet have been added to the plastic base's underside to help grip the floor slightly better than the 100% plastic base of the Lasko 3300 Wind Machine. And to top it all off, this fan is on the lower end of the range of prices among fans we tested. Not bad.

We tested each of the fans in our lineup to get a feel for how well they work in real-world conditions. Testing was done in the same location, an 860-square-foot workshop, so that we could evaluate how each fan performed individually and in comparison to each other. Use this guide for important shopping considerations and recommendations on some of the best floor fan models available. We measure the ambient sound produced by the fan with a decibel meter in a quiet room and compare loudness levels across fans. We assess safety by examining whether a finger or ring can pass through the grate to any rotating parts or pinch points. CFM, or cubic feet per minute, is a measure of airflow used by manufacturers to describe a product's ability to move air around a space. Generally, the larger the CFM rating, the larger the space that unit (in this case, the floor fan) should be able to circulate air through adequately. This measurement is calculated using the airspeed generated by the blades and the size of the blades themselves. However, this number only measures how much air is moved in the column of air created by the fan blades and says nothing about the directionality or spreading of air around the room. So, while you'll likely get ample air circulation standing directly in front of a fan, that doesn't tell you how the air circulates off to the sides of the air stream or in the corners of a room. The all-metal housing comes apart for cleaning, which we found fairly easy to do. The B-Air measures 24 inches by 22.3 inches by 6 inches and weighs in at 11 pounds, and its sturdy handle makes transporting it easier.

In our latest round of testing, we looked at 18 of the top fans available to buy. We evaluate fans for safety, performance and ease of use. When evaluating performance, we use an anemometer in a windowless room to measure the speed of the airflow produced by the fan at a set distance at both its maximum and minimum settings. This gives us an idea of the utility of the fan and, when compared with the manufacturers' claimed energy use, can give us an idea of the design's efficiency. We tested the Dyson Pure Cool Purifying fan in 2022: We loved the sleek design, but we found that it wasn't the easiest to clean/disassemble, and it didn't produce the airspeeds of the Vornado 630, which can also be used as a desk fan, but at a fraction of the price. speed control & adjustable tilt】 the operation is easy with the control switch, and this floor fan is designed with 3 adjustable fan speeds: 5062 cfm (low speed) / 5906 cfm (medium speed) / 6750 cfm (high speed). it also features a 145° adjustable tilt that provides flexible wind direction and meets different needs.

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Lightweight: made from thin bands of powder-coated steel for maximum strength and portability, this electric cooling fan is light enough to reposition easily for optimal air flow. the portable fan tilts up and down to provide you with a controlled air flow throughout your home, office, gym or workshop or any other location requiring some much needed cool breeze. While the Tornado moved a lot of air to keep our shop cool during testing, the tradeoff was that all the power and air movement came with a lot of noise.

The best floor fans are portable and versatile, designed to keep folks cool in areas throughout the home. Powerful yet lightweight, these fans offer a cost-effective alternative to blasting the AC when the weather is warm, helping you save on energy bills. Floor fans are available in several designs: traditional square-shaped box fans (which can often fit in windows as well as sit on the floor), high-velocity round air circulators, and tower fans. Size : Bigger isn’t always better; the trade-off for a larger, more powerful fan (for example, one that's good for cooling an apartment) is usually more noise than, say, one that’s smaller but powerful enough to cool a bedroom while you sleep. However, if you're trying to cool a large room, you'll want a fan that can cope with that demand. This three-speed, 24-inch air circulator drum fan is a great option for larger spaces. Though hefty—measuring 29.3 inches by 11 inches by 29.5 inches and weighing 32.1 pounds—it features wheels so it can be moved without lifting. It also boasts aluminum blades and a powder-coated, rust-resistant grill. Airflow reach: Ideally, the range or distance of the airflow should be as expansive as possible. You don't want the fan to cool only what's right in front of it. The manufacturer will usually describe the reach of the airflow, but it may give an approximate room size that the fan can cool.

Conclusion

Built-in rubber pads on the bottom of the fan protect hardwood floors and other surfaces. The rubber pads also added stability when the fan sat on the cement flooring of our shop. The pivoting head is adjustable to control the airflow up, down, and in-between for more targeted ventilation. It also has sufficient power to keep the space cool, with CFM of air speeds from 1,010 (low) to 1,170 (medium) to 1,360 (high). In testing, we found it is capable of cooling larger spaces, too, making this a versatile, portable fan. The fan has a built-in timer that can run for 0.5, 1, 2, or 4 hours, but the onboard controls are on the top of the fan, which isn’t the most convenient location. When the fan is at its full height, shorter individuals may find it difficult to see the controls. Fortunately, a handy remote control is included. Three speed settings: with this 20" metal floor fan, you can select from low, medium or high power settings. this allows you to set the perfect temperature - whether you're at home or in the gym, this fan is ideal for all surroundings.

Floor fans may come with various features, such as multiple speed settings, an adjustable tilt for direct air circulation, and rubberized feet to protect hardwoods and other surfaces as well as prevent the fans from sliding or wobbling. Many floor fans suit small or medium indoor spaces, such as bedrooms and home offices. Others are powerful enough to cool oversized areas, including great rooms, outdoor kitchens, and garages. tiltable fan head design] this high velocity floor fan has a 120° tilt feature providing you with directional airflow, allowing you to position the fan where you need it, ideal for multi-directional cooling. Adjustable tilting fan head: the adjustable floor fan can be tilted from floor to ceiling providing you with a strong stream of cooling air exactly where you need it most

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Ease of cleaning: Look for a fan that's easy to disassemble so you can regularly clean the blades and grill of dust and dirt that accumulates over time (especially if someone in your home has allergies). A bladeless fan eliminates the need to clean a grill and blades, but it usually has a filter that needs to be cleaned and/or replaced occasionally. High speed motor & efficient cooling: the pure mate high velocity cooling floor fan has a powerful motor and a large fan head able of creating strong and powerful cooling winds We tested it in a shop to see how well it circulated the air in a large room. We ran each of the speed settings (low, medium, and high), and even on the low setting, it circulated air very well. The front-facing manual control dial proved particularly convenient, since we could adjust the speed without moving the fan when it was placed in a corner or against a wall.