We've tested the best fans of 2026 so far these 5 models from Shark, Dyson, and Dreo are the ones we trust to actually keep us cool

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Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +0000

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We test over a dozen new fans every year on TechRadar these are the coolest new models that actually deliver on their claims.

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We test dozens of new fans every year on TechRadar, and to help you pick the best one for you, I've rounded up the five that have really impressed me over the first half of this year, from brands including Shark , Dyson , and Dreo. Dyson HushJet Mini Cool Image 1 of 5 (Image credit: Future) (Image credit: Future) (Image credit: Future) (Image credit: Future) (Image credit: Future) Release date: April 2026 Latest Videos From Watch full video here:

Score: 5/5

It's a lot pricier than your average handheld fan, but the Dyson HushJet Mini Cool is also a lot more powerful, and unlike flimsy plastic devices, it's built to keep you cool for many summers to come. Despite its small size, the HushJet Mini really packs a punch, even on its lowest setting, and the
highest options feel like a cold hairdryer blowing in your face. It's comfortable to hold, can stand on its end for use as a desk fan, and comes with a strap that lets you wear it around your neck. You can twist the angled nozzle to aim the airflow directly at your face and neck for quick relief on sweaty days. You may like We tested the best fans on the market these models came out on top The best desktop fans to keep you cool when summer arrives 11 powerful fans to keep you cool this summer, all under 100

Dyson claims battery life of up to six hours, but in my tests it continued running for almost exactly six and a half, which is impressive for such a compact device that shifts a lot of air even on its lowest setting. It's not quite as quiet as the Shark ChillPill below, despite Dyson's HushJet nozzle, but that's understandable considering it's basically a portable tornado.

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us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. Today's best Dyson HushJet Mini Cool Fan deals 99.99 View 99.99 View 99.99 View Show more We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices Shark ChillPill Image 1 of 5 (Image credit: Future /
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Score: 4.5/5

Another excellent handheld fan, the Shark ChillPill has a unique twisting design that lets you place it on a desk and angle the airflow at your face, plus three different cooling attachments: a regular fan, a misting fan (with
a small reservoir for water), and a metal cooling plate that you can press against pulse points. The misting feature is my personal favorite, with continual and intermittent options the spray is fine enough to evaporate on contact so it won't make your hair and clothes wet. What to read next 9 fantastic fans to help you beat the heat recommended by a former tester
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It loses half a star compared to the Dyson fan due to its higher price tag
and less powerful motor the ChillPill can reach up to 25,000rpm, while the HushJet Mini Cool can reach 65,000rpm but the Shark is quieter. During my tests it ranged from 46dB on its lowest setting through to 67dB on the highest, making it a more discreet option in public.

Read our full review Today's best Shark ChillPill deals 129.99 View 129.99 View 129.99 View Show more We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices MeacoFan Sefte Pro 10in Table Air Circulator Image 1 of 5 (Image credit: Future / Becca Caddy) (Image credit: Future / Becca Caddy) (Image credit: Future / Becca Caddy) (Image credit: Future / Becca Caddy) (Image credit: Future / Becca Caddy) Release date: May 2026

Score: 4.5/5

Air circulators are designed to move a large volume of air around a room rather than direct a focused stream in your direction, and the 10-inch
version of the MecoFan Sefte Pro does this extremely well. You can run it directly from the mains, or from its rechargeable battery, so you can carry
it around the house with you. This works particularly well when paired with the Sefte Pro's Eco mode, which adjusts the air circulator's power depending on the temperature.

I used the MeacoFan Sefte Pro during the last heatwave, and it was a real life-saver at night. Its sleep mode is almost silent, and its remote control means you don't need to get out of bed to activate it, and it's also
available as a pedestal fan if you prefer. The biggest drawback is that it's not currently available outside Europe.

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Score: 4/5

The Dreo Smart Misting Fan 516S is another fan that keeps you extra cool with a super-fine spray of water, and our reviewer Harry Padoan said that "it
added a nice degree of coolness without making any mess or feeling too intense". The 1.3-liter tank is large enough to keep misting for hours on
end, and it's easy to switch to fan-only mode once you've had enough.

It's very reasonably priced too, coming in at $99.99 / 99.99 (about AU$140). That's not bad at all for a misting fan with app controls, and compatibility with both Amazon Alexa and Google Home, so you can operate it using voice commands.

Its lowest mode is quiet enough to avoid disturbing your sleep, though Harry found the turbo option loud enough to break his concentration, so it's best reserved for exceptionally sticky days when you want to just slump on a chair and do nothing.

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Score: 4.5/5

As you can guess from the name, this fan's key selling point is its ability
to detect motion and follow you around the room, so you're never beyond range of its refreshing jet of air, even when you're doing chores, working out, or pottering about the kitchen all of which are usually extremely unpleasant in hot weather. Paired with its extra-wide range of motion, this could make it the only fan you need.

It has Dyson's signature bladeless design, and our reviewer John McCann said it "delivers smooth air flow that feels like a natural breeze moving through your home, rather than the harsh buffeting you get from some other propeller and tower fans." It's extremely quiet at night (dropping to as low as 20dB), but delivers real cooling power as well.

It's the most expensive fan in this roundup (indeed, it's one of the priciest fan/air purifier combos on the market) but it's hard to argue with its sheer performance. If you've got the budget to spare, it's packed with premium features that really work. I only wish it offered vertical oscillation as
well as horizontal.

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