The tower fan is a simple product design which works well, and in a heatwave, they've quickly become a necessity. But why should you choose a tower fan over a traditional round-blade fan? A good question, and luckily, we have the answers.
The upright design of the tower fan means that, unlike a conventional round-blade fan, the cool air is not focused on a very specific point, it’s distributed more evenly. The long and cylindrical tower drum fan creates a breeze by pushing the air out, rather than chopping it up into a stuttering gale (we're looking at you, round blades). So, it’s a noticeably smoother and more pleasant breeze. This method of shifting air also has the welcome side effect of being quieter.
The utilisation of space is also much smarter with a tower fan. The small footprint makes them great for saving space, as they can be placed in the corner of a room or next to a desk without creating a hazard or obstruction. The tall height can almost entirely be given over to the drum fan, which has a much larger area than its round-bladed cousin. The result? Space is saved, and cool air output is maximised.
Now, it’s time to check out the best tower fans the market has to offer:
CHECK OUT: the best tower fans 2023
Best tower fans 2023
1 of 5Dyson AM09 Hot + Cool Fan Heater
A tower fan not just for the heatwave – the AM09 will be your companion all-year round, no matter the climate. In a blistering heatwave, the cool air setting will push out 18-litres of fresh breeze every second. Dyson's unique low-noise bladeless design guarantees a smooth and steady flow and oscillates gently to spread its joy evenly around a room. Even though it's painful to think about it, in the winter months the AM09 will be able to pump out some hot air - up to 37-degrees.
2 of 5Q-Connect KF00407 Tower Fan 760 mm/30 Inch
It's too warm and you want to be cool. The Q-Connect is what you need. Settings are adjustable, so you can dial the fan-speed up or down as necessary. The same goes for the oscillation – you can have it on a 90-degree rotation or stationary focus. It's simple and it works.
3 of 5ANSIO Tower Fan 30-inch with Remote for Home and Office, 7.5 Hour Timer, 3 Speed Oscillating Cooling Fan
The ASIO Tower Fan provides you with something that a heatwave doesn't - choice. There is 60-degree oscillation, and three speed settings and three wind-type modes, allowing you to customise the breeze to suit your needs. There is a 7.5-hour sleep timer for your overnight convenience, and a remote control.
ÂŁ59.47Â
- Rrp: ÂŁ69.97
4 of 5NSAuk MTF-18S Mini Tower Fan with Ioniser
The MTF-18 is a desk-top, near-silent tower fan. The compact size makes it great for your office and the small fan means that the breeze is cooling without being obtrusive. There is a trailing sleep-timer which will slowly reduce the fan speed over a custom time, which is useful if you set it up on your bed-side table. Added bonus, rather than just pushing around the stale air, the built-in ioniser will purify the air for freshness too.
5 of 5MYLEK® Oscillating Tower Fan
This tower fan has a sleek design that will easily fit any place you need to cool down. It has a quiet operation system which will be perfect for your office during the day or your bedroom at night. It comes with a 12-hour countdown timer, so you don't need to worry about turning it off.
ÂŁ59.99Â
