There are plenty of options to keep you cool, including desk, tower and handheld fans
With temperatures set to soar this weekend, it’s more than likely you’ll be needing a trusty fan to keep you cool during the heatwave.
Whether you’ll be out and about or relaxing at home, we’ve compiled a list of 13 fans that cost under £30, featuring fans of all shapes and sizes, from Argos, Amazon, Currys and Dunelm.
Some will keep the whole room cool, while others will sit neatly on your desk and keep the sweat away while you work. A couple of the fans you can even take on the go with you.
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1. Dunelm 8 Inch Grey and Chrome Retro Desk Fan – £29
If you’re wanting a modern fan that’ll look attractive in every room, Dunelm’s chrome retro fan is the one for you. Not only is it modern and classy, it has two speed settings and a built-in handle making it easy to transport.
Shop here on Dunelm – £29
2. Argos Challenge 7 Inch White Desk Fan – £18
This desk fan has an adjustable tilt and two speed settings to choose from. It comes with a long 1.7m power cord, making it ideal if you don’t have a plug socket nearby. It has an oscillating function that circulates the air flow around you, ensuring you remain comfortable throughout the hot weather.
Shop here at Argos – £18
3. Tower Presto 29″ White Tower Fan – £29
Completing our list is Dunelm’s powerful 45 watt tower fan. With three speed settings, 70 degree oscillation and a two-hour timer, it’s the ideal choice for people wanting serious airflow. The “lightweight” tower fan has rubber feet to ensure it won’t budge, an integrated carry handle and comes with a 1.7 metre power cable.
Shop here on Dunelm – £29
4. Argos Challenge 12 Inch Oscillating Black Desk Fan – £25
If you’re after a slightly bigger and more powerful desk fan, this option has three speed settings and a 1.8m cord. The oscillating fan has an adjustable tilt and a “high quality” copper motor. It’s said to reduce energy loss while generating less heat, meaning it will last longer.
Shop here at Argos – £25.
5. Amazon Signature Portable 12 Inch Oscillating Desk Fan – £16.99
With three speed settings and an adjustable tilt, this Amazon fan is reasonably priced at £16.99. It has a 90 degree oscillation option so that you can customise the air flow to suit you.
Shop here at Amazon – £16.99.
6. Generic 16 Oscillating Pedestal Air Cooling Electric Fan – £19.95
If you’re needing a tall freestanding fan, this option is the one for you. It has three speeds and can be adjusted to a height that suits you.
Shop here on Amazon -£19.95.
7. Dr. Prepare Tower Oscillating Fan – £24.99
With a 110 degree oscillation and dual fans, this tower fan is perfect for maximising air movement and providing a powerful airflow. It sits neatly on a desk or table and has three speed options, as well as three timer options – two hour, four hour and eight hour.
Shop here on Amazon – £24.99.
8. Metal 9 Inch Floor Fan – £29.99
This is one of the most stylish and powerful fans on our list. The chrome metal floor fan has 35 watts of power and can be adjusted 120 degrees up and down. It has rubber feet ensuring it won’t move around on flat surfaces.
Shop here on Amazon – £29.99
9. IGENIX DF9010 Portable 9 Inch Desk Fan – £16.99
This oscillating fan is ideal for moving around the home due to its portable design. It has two speed settings and can be tilted to ensure the airflow is in the exact position you require, and good news, it currently has £6 off.
Shop here on Currys – £16.99
10. BELDRAY EH3198 Portable 12 Inch Desk Fan – £24.99
Another powerful 35 watt fan is this Currys oscillating fan. It has three speed settings and can be tilted to suit your position. Despite its size and power, it’s easy to move around the house thanks to its convenient carry handle.
Shop here on Currys – £24.99
11. Dunelm Blue Mini Travel Fan – £6
If you want a small portable fan that you can carry with you on the go, this is the option for you. Thanks to its folding handle, the Dunelm blue mini fan can be easily stored in a handbag or rucksack.
Shop here on Dunelm – £6
12. 4 Inch USB Chrome Desk Fan – £6
Dunelm’s chrome desk fan is perfect for keeping you cool while you work. Its small size means it won’t take up too much space and it can be plugged into your laptop or computer. It has non-slip rubber feet to ensure it won’t move around and distract you while you work.
Shop here on Dunelm – £6
13. Currys Status 3 Inch Handheld Mini Fan – £4.49
The cheapest fan on our list is this handy mini fan that you can take with you on the go to keep you cool. It has three speed settings and comes with a holder base allowing you to set it on a desk or table while you work or relax. It’s easy to charge with a micro USB cable from your laptop or a powerbank.
Shop here on Currys – £4.49
