The best fans to buy to cool off in the heatwave

The best fans to buy to cool off in the heatwave  

Victoria Brzezinski | The Times

As temperatures rise across the UK, The Times has shared a definitive shopping guide to the best electric fans for keeping cool at home, in the office or on the move.

The feature highlights growing demand for cooling products during heatwaves, with retailers reporting significant increases in fan searches and sales. It also explains the difference between standard fans and air circulators, helping readers choose the right option for different spaces, situations and budgets.

For those seeking quieter cooling, the article recommends looking for Quiet Mark certification to identify independently assessed, low-noise options. Quiet Mark Certified fans featured include Meaco’s advanced Sefte air circulator range, the Duux Whisper 3 standing fan and a lightweight Russell Hobbs desk fan offering a quieter, budget-friendly choice.

With many people relying on fans throughout the warmer months, the coverage underlines the value of choosing products that have been independently tested and verified for quieter performance, helping users stay cool at home, at work or while sleeping, without unwanted noise.

Read the full article in The Times

Above & top: The MeacoFan Sefte® Pro 10” Table Air Circulator delivers powerful yet whisper-quiet cooling

An air circulator is designed to move air more efficiently across an entire room with multi-directional oscillation. Chris Michael, a co-founder and chief product officer at Meaco, explains that the latter will benefit “more than one person”, and they “are also typically quieter and more energy efficient, making them well suited to bedrooms, home offices and everyday use”.

Browse Quiet Mark Certified Cooling Products

Discover Quiet Mark Certified fans and air conditioners from brands including Meaco, Duux, Russell Hobbs, De’Longhi and Daikin in our dedicated Quiet Cooling category. Each product has been independently assessed by Quiet Mark’s expert acousticians, helping you find quieter cooling solutions for bedrooms, home offices and living spaces.