The best fans to keep you cool in 2026 – tried and tested

Missed out on a fan this summer? Chill your space with our pick of the best still in stock, including tower and misting models • The best portable neck and handheld fans • Dyson HushJet Mini Cool fan review Our world is getting hotter. Summer heatwaves are so frequent, they’re stretching the bounds of what we think of as summer. Hot-and-bothered home working and sweaty, sleepless nights are now alarmingly common. Get a good fan and you can dodge the temptation of air conditioning. Aircon is incredibly effective, but it uses a lot of electricity … and burning fossil fuels is how we got into this mess in the first place. Save money and carbon by opting for a great fan instead. Continue reading...