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The Best Bladeless Fans
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U ULTTY Bladeless Fan with Air Purifier
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PureMate Bladeless Tower Fan
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PureMate Bladeless Tower Fan & Air Purifier
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Dreo Quiet Bladeless Cooling Fan
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Dyson AM07 Air Multiplier Bladeless Tower Fan
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Vortex Airâ„¢ Cleanse Bladeless Air Purifier Fan
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electriQ Bladeless Quiet Tower Fan with Mood Light
Bladeless Fan Reviews
- Purifies the air as whilst cooling - good for people with allergies
- Sturdy build that’s difficult to topple over
- Fan is very quiet on sleep mode
- Easy to install the air filter in just a few minutes
- Power cable is a little short at 1.5 m, so some users may need an extension cord
- Battery does not come included with remote control and needs to be purchased separately
Combining an air purifier with an oscillating fan, the U ULTTY Bladeless Fan with Air Purifier filters and cleans whilst it cools.
For this reason, it’s one of the best bladeless fans for anyone who suffers with dust allergies. The fan works to remove impurities from the air whilst delivering a cooling blast. Reports from customers suggest that it does improve air quality and make a noticeable difference for those who struggle with dust or pollen allergies.
It can oscillate 90° and also tilt through 15°, making it possible to angle as required; however, it does need to be positioned on a raised surface because at 68 cm tall it is more of a desk fan than a free-standing model.
The purifier uses a HEPA filter to capture dust, pollen, smoke and odours. These filters are replaceable, and replacements can be purchased separately (although one filter comes included). The fan can also be used without a filter, as a standard fan without any purifying function.
Also, for those who struggle with heat and air quality whilst nodding off, there is an eight hour timer so it can be programmed to automatically power down once you’re asleep.
There’s a remote control included, but the fan’s settings can also be adjusted by the touch-sensitive buttons on the unit itself.
Overall, it’s a good quality fan that can make a difference the the air quality as well as help with keeping cool during warm days and nights. One thing to bear in mind is that a CR2025 battery needs to be purchased separately for the remote, as one doesn’t come supplied.
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- The built in essential oils tray means this fan doubles up as an aroma diffuser
- All 3 power modes should be powerful enough to cool you during a heat wave
- Stylish white build looks good in most rooms
- Lightweight and the carry handle at the top means it’s easy to move from room to room
- Doesn’t come with a remote so needs to be adjusted using the control panel
- No timer function which is disappointing
- Fixing the two pieces that make up the base together is a little fiddly
The PureMate Bladeless Tower Fan is a bladeless fan with a twist. Not only will it keep your home cool during a heatwave, it also has a built-in essential oil tray. This tray can be filled with an oil of your choice to fill your home with your favourite aroma!
This fan is both powerful and efficient. There are three power modes to choose from, so you should have a setting for anything from a warm day to a full-on heatwave. At just 60 W, this fan can be left on all day with no worries of costly bills. This also keeps it quiet, so most sleepers should find it doesn’t disturb them. Very light sleepers may wish to purchase a model with a specific sleep mode.
The design of this fan is another benefit. It’s sleek and convenient, just 31” tall and designed to fit into smaller spaces. The 70° oscillation means it can cool a wide area. With a lightweight build and carry handle at the top, it’s easy to move from room to room if needed.
A couple of negatives to mention. The first is that this fan doesn’t come with a remote control. It needs to be adjusted using the control panel so, if you’re changing the settings at night, you will need to get out of bed. There’s also no timer function which is a little disappointing given the price of this fan.
The final thing to note is that this fan does require some assembly. While this is relatively easy, putting the two base pieces together can be fiddly.
Overall, this is one of the best bladeless fans on the market if you don’t mind sacrificing key features such as a timer for ease of use. It’s both powerful and efficient, which is all you really want from a fan!
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- Easy to set up in 5 minutes - base simply locks together and is screwed to the base of the fan
- Comes with a remote control included so it can be controlled from a distance
- Very energy efficient so shouldn’t cause your energy bills to noticeably increase
- Quiet to run so shouldn’t disturb lighter sleepers
- Built-in oils tray allows you to add your favourite scent
- Timer can only be set for 8 hours as opposed to 12
- No way to turn off the beep when you adjust the settings
- Remote operates on the same frequency as some Smart TV boxes which can be frustrating
There’s a lot to love about the PureMate Bladeless Tower Fan & Air Purifier. This model is powerful and effective, designed for larger bedrooms, living rooms and offices.
This fan is easy to set up in just a couple of minutes, and all you need is a screwdriver. It has a tall but narrow build which allows it to fit in small spaces, while it oscillates 70° to allow it to reach every corner of the room. It comes with a remote control so it can be adjusted from a distance.
Perfect for unexpected heat waves, this fan has 3 speed settings as well as 3 wind modes. The normal, sleeping and natural wind modes are suitable for any environment. By selecting the night mode, all display lights will turn off and the air flow is a lot quieter.
This fan also has an 8 hour timer. While not quite as impressive as a 12 hour timer, this will help you control the usage and, in turn, your energy bill.
As well as a fan function, this model can be used to fill your home with your favourite aromas. There’s a built-in essential oil tray. Simply add a few drops and your home will soon be filled with your favourite scent.
With a convenient carry handle, this fan can be lifted and moved from room to room if needed. There’s also a built-in area for storing the remote control when not in use.
There’s a few small flaws to mention. The first is that the fan beeps when the settings are adjusted, which can be annoying late at night. The remote control also operates on the same frequency as some smart TV boxes. While this won’t affect everyone, it can be annoying for those it does.
Overall, this bladeless fan ticks all the boxes when it comes to both design and ease of use. It has enough power to keep you cool during a heatwave, and it comes with all the features you would need.
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- Sleek and compact build is ideal for rooms that are short on space
- Comes with an included remote control so you can control it from a distance
- Sleep mode is exceptionally quiet so won’t disturb light sleepers
- Control panel lights go off after a few seconds so won’t keep you awake
- Remote beep can be turned off so the fan be adjusted at night without disturbing your partner
- Power cable is a little short at 1.4 m so some users may need an extension cord
- Made of lightweight plastic so not the most robust model
The Dreo Quiet Bladeless Cooling Fan is one of the best bladeless fans for night time use, with an exceptionally quiet sleep mode that’ll struggle to disturb even the lightest of sleepers!
First, let’s take a look at the construction. This bladeless fan is tall and slimline. It has a sturdy base that will prevent it from toppling over, and it looks good in the corner of almost any room.
This fan boasts a unique air-duct design that helps to minimise noise, even when it’s not in sleep mode. This makes it a great choice for offices or other environments where peace and quiet is preferred!
With 90° oscillation, this fan produces a breeze that can reach most corners of your room. There’s 6 speeds to choose from as well as 3 different modes; normal, natural and sleep. For added ease, there’s an auto mode that automatically adjusts the velocity based on the temperature – keeping your room the perfect temperature.
As well as a range of modes, this fan comes with a remote control that allows you to adjust it from a distance. The beeps on the remote can be switched off when it’s in sleep mode, so you can adjust the settings at night without waking anyone up. There’s also a 12 hour timer which can be set in 1 hour increments, helping to keep your home cool without wasting energy.
Another great thing about this fan is that it’s very easy to use. The LED display allows you to track the room temperature, speed, mode and timer settings. All settings are easy to both access and adjust, while the remote control allows you full functionality.
There are a couple of negatives to note. The first is that the power cable is a little short at 1.4 m. Some users may require an extension cord. The fan itself is also made from lightweight plastic. While this aids portability, it’s not the most robust on the market.
Overall, this fan is one of the best on the market for light sleepers!
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- Has great cooling power on it's highest level
- At only 64dB, it's also quiet enough that it won't disturb your sleep
- It's very well designed, from its appearance to its durability
- It's lightweight and easy to move from room to room
- It's not cheap!
- It's much nicer to operate from the remote, than from the unit itself
The Dyson AM07 Air Multiplier Bladeless Tower Fan is a model that I purchased almost five years ago. So it’s safe to say I can come at this review from a point of great experience with this product!
It’s helped my family through a lot of hot summers in recent times, but the question is, whether it’s worth the Dyson-price-tag or not…
Firstly, let’s talk about it’s design. It’s sleek, modern and futuristic looking. It almost goes beyond just a fan, to a statement piece of home furniture. It’s not just a bladessless fan, it’s a Dyson! Which is credit to the great branding.
Weighing in at 5kg, it’s also pretty lightweight. During the summer we’re constantly moving it from room to room, and you can do this with great ease.
It’s also deceptively stable. A lot of these tower fans look like the’d easily tip, but the Dyson is clearly weighted well at the bottom. It would take something very purposeful to actually knock it over.
Which leads me to my next point, it’s durability. There’s no escaping it’s an expensive piece of kit, but actually, having got five years solid use out of it, I’d argue it’s pretty decent value for money. You can tell from the pictures, mine has had its fair share of knocks and scuffs, but I can’t fault it’s durability one bit.
Now let’s discuss sleeping!
Obviously, one of the main benefits of buying a bladeless fan (beyond the safety point) is that they’re notoriously quieter. And that runs true for the Dyson. At 64dB, it very much operates in the background of your hearing. It’s not silent of course, but it’s not disturbing either and has never hindered me from falling asleep.
In terms of operating it, it comes with easy to use remote control. It has a clever little magnet inside, so it’ll stick to the top of the fan to stop your loosing it.
Needless to say, mine still managed to go missing a few years ago, but getting a replacement wasn’t hard at all. I’d say when operating the fan from the unit itself, the buttons are a little awkward to press, so you really want to look after the remote – especially when using regularly during the summertime.
So, wrapping up. Is the Dyson bladess fan worth the money?
In my opinion, yes. On it’s highest level (10) it’s got really powerful air flow to keep you cool, whilst operating at a 2-3 at night will keep you cool without disturbing you. It looks great, is safe around kids or pets and is very easy to use. My model has lasted me years, and I’m very happy with it.
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- Looks aesthetically pleasing and modern, with multiple colour options to choose from
- Good power and air can be felt from a distance
- Air purifier is really useful for hayfever sufferers
- Control buttons on the unit could be more responsive
The Vortex Air™ Cleanse Bladeless Fan & Air Purifier is a model I’ve extensively tested and feel is well worth a place on our list. At such a reasonable price point, it has a lot going for it, so let’s dig into some of its most appealing features.
Firstly, from a design perspective it looks very sleek and modern. I went with the traditional white and grey, as it fits in with my bedroom decor, but it actually has 8 different colour combinations to choose from for those with more adventurous tastes!
You’ll also notice, it’s quite similar in appearance to the Dyson. It doesn’t quite have the curves of its competitor, but the Dyson is a few hundred quid more.
I would have liked the Vortex to be a bit taller (it’s 85.6cm compared to the Dyson at 100.7cm), as it think this would help keep you cool with tasks such as reading in bed, but it certainly isn’t a problem when you’re lying down.
In terms of performance, it’s really good. I tested it on full power (10 fan speed), moving further and further away and I could still feel a steady airflow from several meters.
It’s got an easy to use remote control, but the buttons on the unit itself sometimes needed a double tap to register the contact. I feel this is quite common with a lot of the fans we’ve tested, and not just unique to the Vortex.
What I also really appreciated about this model is the air purifier. My wife suffers from hayfever during the summer, and this feature really helps negate the issue at night. The filter is also really easy to replace, with the casing around the bottom of the fan coming away very easily.
Overall, I’m really quite impressed with this bladeless fan. It’s got a lot of features for the money, and those who want the appearance of a Dyson without having the spend hundreds will find it appealing too.
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- Ambien light is dim enough to be used as a nightlight
- Quiet mode is sufficiently quiet for most people to go to sleep with
- LED indicator lights make it easy to see at a quick glance exactly what mode the fan is on
- Child friendly design combining light and bladeless technology
- May not be quiet enough to sleep with on higher speed settings
- Indicator LED lights can't be switched off and may be too bright for some people to go to sleep with
Bladeless fans are getting more multi-functional by the second, and the electriQ Bladeless Quiet Tower Fan is no exception. You might not even have considered combining a colourful mood light with a fan unit, but it can be a surprisingly useful feature.
The light is located in the centre of the fan, surrounding the ‘hoop’ opening; it can be either white, green, purple or blue and creates an ambient glow without being too bright. The result is a contemporary-looking lamp, combined with a fan, that doesn’t look unlike the modern EVE robot in Wall-E…
If you don’t want to use the light, either as a nightlight or colourful statement lamp, it can be switched off separately to the fan, so the fan function remains running.
The fan itself has three speed settings, can oscillate on its base, and has a sleep timer as well. The timer can be programmed for either 30 minutes, 1 hour, 2 hours, or 4 hours. This doesn’t give as many options as many other fans, but it will still help with saving electricity when sleeping.
On ‘quiet’ mode, which is the lowest fan setting, the noise is minimal, and suitable for most people to sleep with – it doesn’t deliver a particularly strong flow of air, but when positioned nearby seems sufficient for keeping cool on warm nights.
If you’re particularly sensitive to lights on at night, it might be worth bearing in mind that the fan’s current ‘mode’ is indicated by a small LED, and this can’t be turned off.
This is one of the best bladeless fans in terms of value for money, considering the included features and the price. For most, it may well seem like a purchase that’s easier to justify than some of the really high-end models. Plus, with the light included it could be positioned in a kid’s rooms, or in the corner of the lounge as an ambient lamp.
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Product Tester
To find you the best bladeless fans on the market, I examined several models to fit various budgets and assessed each unit individually. I considered the overall design, features, ease of use, energy efficiency, and the value for money spent. Here are the different factors I examined when studying each of those elements:
- Design: I examined how sturdy and durable the model is, how likely it is to tip over, and if it was light enough to move easily (5 kg or less). Noise was an essential factor, with quiet fans getting a higher rating and those that were extra quiet (30 dB) getting a bonus rating for light sleepers. I also examined how many speed settings it had; a minimum of three settings was considered good. Those that beeped when you changed the settings got lower ratings since that can be annoying at night, while if you could turn the beeps off, they got better ratings. I also considered aesthetics, how well the design fits into your home, and whether or not it comes with changeable colour options to suit your decor.
- Features: Bladeless fans that combined an air purifier with the fan got higher ratings. If it came with a sleep mode to quiet the fan, shut off the lights, and a timer to shut off the fan, this boosted its rating. It also rated the fan better if it came with a convenient carrying handle to move from room to room and add-ons like an essential oil tray to scent your home. Furthermore, I rated the fan higher if it had an auto mode to change the speed as the temperature changed. Bonus points went to those with built-in colour-changing mood lighting since they could double as contemporary lamps.
- Ease of Use: I examined how easy the manual controls were to use and whether they had a touchscreen or remote control to make them less hassle to use. Each product got a higher rating if the remote had a clever magnet to attach it to the fan or a built-in storage spot. However, if the remote operated at the same frequency as the smart TV remote, it rated lower since that can be frustrating. I also examined their power cords; those with short cords (below 2 m) got a lower rating because some people may need an extension cord. Finally, if assembly was fast and easy it got a higher rating.
- Energy Efficiency: Those with shut-off timers got higher ratings because this feature allows you to save money on energy if you forget to turn it off. I looked at how many Watts the fan used and gave the product a higher rating if it was more energy-efficient.
- Value for Money: I looked at the quality and versatility of the fan against the money spent. Those that were particularly expensive got a lower rating, but I also factored in the quality for the price.
Bladeless Fan Buyer’s Guide
Keeping cool during a heatwave can be difficult, especially in modern British homes which are built to retain heat (a blessing in winter, of course!).
When summer temperatures climb, having a cooling fan to hand can make it a lot easier to work, relax and sleep.
In particular, a bladeless fan is a good choice for families with children and pets. No spinning blades reduces the risk of accidents, and they tend to be a lot safer if knocked over too.
As with many products, there’s a baffling number of bladeless fans on the market; if you’re trying to work out which model to go for, the following information may help make things clearer:
Why Purchase a Bladeless Fan?
Bladeless fans boast a number of benefits over traditional fans, although they may not suit every household. If you’re wondering why you’d even want one in the first place, these are some of the most common advantages:
- Bladeless fans are considered to be safer than traditional pedestal fans. This makes sense – there are no fast-spinning blades in sight. For this reason, they tend to be a better option for households with children or pets. Even though traditional fans have mesh grates, small fingers and animal fur can often still get through to the blades. Plus, if a rotary fan is knocked over, it’s not uncommon for the front grate to unclip and come off, exposing the blades.
- Bladeless fans are easier to clean and harbour less dust than those with a metal grill or grate. A bladeless fan can generally be wiped down with either a dry or damp cloth. Unlike traditional blade fans, the dust has less places to gather; therefore, less dust is blown out into the room.
- Bladeless fans tend to be quieter to fun than traditional fans – with no spinning blades, and no rickety metal casing, this seems logical.
- Many people are attracted to the design of bladeless fans. Bladeless fans have a modern, minimalistic look, blending in with most contemporary décor. They’re generally sleek and understated, meaning they don’t detract from the space.
Power and Air Flow
Firstly, let’s briefly overview how a bladeless fan even manages to produce air. Bladeless fans work by pulling in air in several different ways. They often have a small bladed fan concealed in their base, which draws in some air. Then, the low pressure created within the fan’s hoop pulls in more air from behind. Air is forced out through the narrow slits in the hoop of the fan, and continues in this cycle.
How powerful the bladeless fan is will depend on its motor and how efficiently it carries out the previous steps.
Having more speed settings available doesn’t necessarily mean more power, it just gives you more choice to create your ideal environment for work, leisure or sleep.
Most fans do not work to cool down a room, as they have no way of cooling down the air – they only help it to circulate (which can produce a heat-wicking effect on skin). However, if you are trying to cool down a larger room, using a bigger fan (especially one positioned to draw air in from an open door or window) will be more effective than a smaller model.
Reading customer reviews online can give an accurate overview of how powerful a particular model is. Sometimes reading first-hand experience is the best way to get a feel for how a product really performs in the home.
Size, Shape and Style
Ensure you purchase a fan suited to the space you have available – bladeless fans are available as both free-standing and table-top models.
Tower fans are a great option for large rooms, and they can easily be tucked away in a corner. However, they will require more space to store away when not in use and might need to be left out. If you won’t want to leave the fan out year-round, make sure you have enough storage space as well. Alternatively, you could consider a smaller desk fan.
Desk fans stand at a height of around 60 cm and are good for side tables, bedside tables and desks. When buying a desk fan, it’s a good idea to check if there is a ‘tilt’ feature, because you may need to angle the airflow either up or down in order for it to reach you.Â
Adjustable Settings
If you’re particularly keen to create a perfect working, relaxing or sleeping environment, you may want to look for a bladeless fan with more adjustability when it comes to settings.
Speed Settings
Even the most basic fan will tend to have at least two speed settings; however, more advanced fans can have around 10.
When there are fewer fan speeds to choose from, the lowest setting will likely be the least noisy. However, it might not be very powerful. The more speed settings there are, the slighter the gradient between each one. Therefore, you might be able to get slightly more fan power, whilst still keeping a volume that you can comfortably sleep and work with.
Modes
Some bladeless fans go one step further than just having speed settings and offer a choice of modes to choose from too. You may come across fans with:
- Sleep mode: An easy way to put the fan on a quiet setting that shouldn’t be disturbing to sleep.
- Nature/Breeze mode: This mode can simulate the eb and flow of a natural breeze. Instead of constantly blasting out air, the fan will vary the pressure with which air is expelled.
- High-power mode: A pre-set mode that will instantly choose the highest power settings to give a strong blast of air.
Oscillation
Most, but not all, bladeless fans will be able to oscillate. The degree of the oscillation may also vary. Some bladeless fans are able to oscillate through 360°, whilst those designed for desktop use may oscillate around 90°. If you’re hoping for the fan to circulate air around a smaller room, 360° oscillation may help you better achieve this. Otherwise, for personal cooling, 90° will likely be sufficient.
Decibel Noise Level
Whether trying to sleep, work, or watch TV, you don’t want any loud whirring, buzzing or clunking disturbances interrupting your work.
Bladeless fans tend to be relatively quiet, although their higher-power modes may be no more silent than a traditional fan. It’s normally the lower settings that are touted as being particularly quiet. Their descriptions should mention how many decibels they produce.
If you’re after a particularly quiet fan, be wary of models that simply describe themselves as ‘quiet’ without including a decibel rating to back up the claim. Customer reviews can also be helpful to gain an honest overview about the noise a fan creates.
Likelihood is you’ll want to use the fan whilst sleeping in the summer, which means looking for something that ideally produces under 50 dB of noise. This is roughly the same level as the hum of a refrigerator.
If you’re a very light sleeper, you may need something quieter. For reference, 30 dB is considered equivalent to the sound of whispering, whilst 10 dB is considered similar to the sound of breathing.
As previously mentioned, fans with a lot of speed settings (over 10, for example) will allow more choice when it comes to noise. You may be able to have the fan on slightly stronger, whilst keeping the noise level down. If a fan has only three speed settings, the leap between each option will be more noticeable – you may find only the lowest option is sufficiently quiet.
Ability to Purify the Air
Some fans contain filters and can double-up as air purifiers. The ability to clean and purify the air is important for some people, especially those with allergies. A bladeless fan with a filter can actively capture dust, pollen, smoke and odours.
In general, bladeless fans seems a more logical choice for allergy sufferers than traditional fans. Not only because some models can actively purify the air, but because less dust gets trapped on a bladeless fan as well.
Bladeless Fan FAQs
Bladeless fans have a very different mechanism to traditional blade fans. They use ‘Air Multiplier’ technology, which ‘multiples’ the air that is brought into it. Air enters the air at the base of the fan and is then pushed through a set of blades inside the fan. So technically the fan does have blades, we just can’t see them!
The air is then directed upwards where it is forced out of a narrow slip running around the circular hoop on top of the base. Where the slip narrows, the air is forced out faster and at a higher pressure. As the air flows through the slits in the tube, air behind the fan is drawn through the tube, while air surrounding the edges of the fan will also flow in the direction of the breeze.
Cleaning a bladeless fan is very simple.
Unplug the fan to prevent risk of injury, then wipe the inside of the hoop with a damp cloth. Use long, swift strokes.
Next clean the outer surfaces of the fan using a wipe or damp cloth. Then use the tube part of your vacuum cleaner to vacuum any vents that are visible around the base of the fan. Use a dry paper towel to remove any excess dust or dirt.
Remove the circular section from the base of the fan (provided this is possible with your model) and wipe away any dust from inside the fan with a cloth. Reassemble the fan once both pieces are free from dust and fully dry.
As bladeless fans multiply the airflow that enters at the base, they do produce a good airflow. However, they don’t tend to be a huge amount stronger than pedestal fans, and instead are more expensive due to their design and technology.
Dust can sit on the blades of traditional tower or pedestal fans and get blown into the room when the fan is switched on. Bladeless fans manage to avoid this issue which makes them better for asthma and allergy-sufferers. They deliver a steady and powerful airflow which, provided you clean your fan every once in a while, shouldn’t affect those with allergies.
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