{"id":2205,"date":"2026-01-25T13:49:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-25T13:49:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/cheapticketboom.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/25\/the-best-pedestal-fan\/"},"modified":"2026-01-25T13:49:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-25T13:49:09","slug":"the-best-pedestal-fan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cheapticketboom.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/25\/the-best-pedestal-fan\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Pedestal Fan"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"main_content\" class=\"col p-0\">\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"d-flex align-items-center\">\n<div class=\"flex-shrink-0\">\n                <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/33\/454842_4982_XSS.jpg\" class=\"rounded-circle img-fluid\" alt=\"Maggie Nichols\" title=\"Maggie Nichols\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\">\n             <\/div>\n<div class=\"flex-grow-1 ms-3\">\n             By Maggie Nichols  \u22c5 Review Editor\u00a0 \u22c5 \u00a0<span class=\"small\">Updated February 24, 2025<\/span>\n             <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"summary_larger pt-2\">\n<div class=\"articletext\">\n<p>A pedestal fan effectively circulates air throughout a room while offering adjustability and portability. Whether you need to cool down your home, office, or garage, a pedestal fan provides much-needed air circulation when the temperature rises.<\/p>\n<p>Hoping to cool down your space? We gathered 8 great pedestal fans to test head-to-head. Through the oppressive heat of summer, we measured airflow and decibel output, testing settings, modes, and remotes. We watched movies, worked through hot afternoons, and nodded off to sleep to these fans. By testing their limits and comparing them side by side, we offer a broad picture of each fan, learning which are up to the task of keeping you cool and which aren&#8217;t that impressive. Regardless of your space or budget, we can help you identify the best pedestal fan for your needs.<\/p>\n<p>Our team&#8217;s favorite pedestal fan is the PELONIS Silent Turbo. It offers a multitude of speed settings and is one of the quietest fans we&#8217;ve tested.<\/p>\n<p>For tighter budgets, the Comfort Zone 3-Speed provides a simple and easy-to-operate fan that&#8217;s both portable and easy on the wallet. <\/p>\n<p>Finding the right fan in a crowded market isn&#8217;t exactly a breeze. We&#8217;ve conducted in-depth testing on all types of fans, including tower fans and top-rated floor fans, to help you choose. If sweltering temps have you longing for a colder blast of air, check out our air conditioner review, which features portable models and window air conditioner units.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Note: We updated this pedestal fan review on February 24, 2025, to include additional information on our award-winning selections.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b>Related:<\/b> Best Window Fan<br \/>\n<b>Related:<\/b> Best Table Fan\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>        <\/p>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"content_table_xwide\" style=\"position: relative; padding: 0 50px 0 0;\">\n<div class=\"row mt-1\">\n<div class=\"col-12\">\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<h2>Our Top Picks<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"row justify-content-around\">\n<div style=\"width: calc(100%); position: relative;\" class=\"p-0\">\n            <button id=\"awd_leftButton\" class=\"awd_leftButton\" onclick=\"document.getElementById('awd-cards-wrapper').scrollBy(-250,0)\"><br \/>\n            <i class=\"fa fa-chevron-circle-left\" style=\"font-size:64px;opacity:0.2;\"><\/i><br \/>\n            <\/button>    <\/p>\n<div id=\"awd-cards-wrapper\" class=\"container-fluid py-3 px-0 awd-cards-wrapper\" style=\"overflow-x:scroll; overflow-y:hidden; height: 381px !important; width: calc(100% - 25px); -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\">\n<div class=\"d-flex flex-row flex-nowrap\" style=\"height: 341px !important; width: calc(100% - 55px);\">\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Best Pedestal Fan<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/editors-choice_37x86.png\" width=\"86\" height=\"37\" alt=\"Editors' Choice Award\" title=\"Awarded to the very best overall products\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/27\/464230_8829_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Best Pedestal Fan\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">PELONIS Silent Turbo<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$90<\/span> List<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Best Choice on a Tight Budget<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/best-buy_37x86.png\" width=\"86\" height=\"37\" alt=\"Best Buy Award\" title=\"Offers the most bang-for-the-buck\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459558_705_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Best Choice on a Tight Budget\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">Comfort Zone 3-Speed<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$33<\/span> List<br \/>Check Amazon <span class=\"small\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Best for Automated Temperature Control<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/top-pick_37x86.png\" width=\"86\" height=\"37\" alt=\"Top Pick Award\" title=\"The best for a specific application\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/35\/1\/471635_12587_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Best for Automated Temperature Control\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">Lasko S16612 with Thermostat<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\">Check Price at Amazon<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Best for Saving Space<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/top-pick_37x86.png\" width=\"86\" height=\"37\" alt=\"Top Pick Award\" title=\"The best for a specific application\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459557_27052_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Best for Saving Space\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">Vornado 683 Medium<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$90<\/span> List<br \/>Check Amazon <span class=\"small\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Best for Big Power<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/top-pick_37x86.png\" width=\"86\" height=\"37\" alt=\"Top Pick Award\" title=\"The best for a specific application\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459561_9297_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Best for Big Power\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">Lasko 18&#8243; Cyclone<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$80<\/span> List<br \/>Check Amazon <span class=\"small\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Good Range of Speeds and Heights<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459563_5817_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Good Range of Speeds and Heights\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">Rowenta VU5670 Turbo Silence Extreme 5-Speed<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$160<\/span> List<br \/>Check Price at Amazon<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Quiet on Low Power<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462001_19663_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Quiet on Low Power\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">Amazon Basics Oscillating Dual Blade 16-Inch<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$65<\/span> List<br \/>Check Amazon <span class=\"small\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">A Step Above Basic<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459562_7564_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for A Step Above Basic\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">Black+Decker 16&#8243;<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$40<\/span> List<br \/>Check Amazon <span class=\"small\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>            <button class=\"awd_rightButton\" onclick=\"awd_rightScroll()\"><br \/>\n            <i class=\"fa fa-chevron-circle-right\" style=\"font-size:64px;opacity:0.2;\"><\/i><br \/>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"articletext\">\n<h2>Best Pedestal Fans<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Best Pedestal Fan<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">PELONIS Silent Turbo<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/editors-choice_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Editors' Choice Award\" title=\"Awarded to the very best overall products\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459559_25887_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459559_25887_M2.jpg 323w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459559_25887_L2.jpg 645w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" alt=\"fan\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 300 \/ 293;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align: center;\">\n<div class=\"award_logo_right\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/editors-choice_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Editors' Choice Award\" title=\"Awarded to the very best overall products\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">See It<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Number of Speeds:<\/strong> 12 | <strong>Timer:<\/strong> Yes; 1-12 hours with .5 hour increments through 10 hours<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Good range of speeds for precision control<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Quiet, even on higher speeds<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Intelligent settings<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Not the most powerful<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Beeps loudly with every setting change<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Our favorite pedestal fan is the PELONIS Silent Turbo for its myriad options and fully functional range of speeds. This fan has 12 different speeds, allowing you to achieve the ideal airflow for your needs. Stretching just over 54&#8243; high, it&#8217;s one of the tallest fans we tested, and it has a heavy base for stability. \u201c<em>I love how quiet this fan is,<\/em>\u201d our head tester noted, \u201c<em>It&#8217;s barely audible when on its <em>Silent<\/em> mode.<\/em>\u201d It has three additional modes, including <em>Sleep<\/em>, which gradually slows down over several hours, and <em>Natural<\/em>, which has variable speeds to blend more organically into the background. Additionally, you can set it to turn off after 30 minutes, 12 hours, or anything in between. The handy remote comes with a battery, and the lights power off after a few seconds, making it ideal for nighttime bedroom use. Unlike many other models, it also remembers your last settings when you turn it back on, so there is no need to fight through all 12 speeds every time you want to use it. A heavy base offers stability. <\/p>\n<p>Although the Silent Turbo is one of the quieter fans, it beeps loudly every time you change a setting, which is not ideal if you use the fan in a quiet bedroom. A couple of the modes seem very similar, and it took several seconds to settle into the correct speed when changing a setting. Additionally, this is not the most powerful fan we tested. Despite having 12 different speed settings, the highest rate of airflow measured at just 10.5 mph, which is below average for this group of contenders. With all that in mind, we highly enjoy the convenience and less intrusive noise you get with this model.  <\/p>\n<p><strong>Includes:<\/strong> Remote and CR2032 battery<br \/>\n<strong>Directions of Pivot:<\/strong> Down 8 degrees, up 16 degrees<\/p>\n<p><strong>Modes &#038; Features:<\/strong> 4 modes (Normal, Sleep, Natural, &#038; Silent), carry handle on motor<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>A quiet fan that offers a comfortable indoor breeze, ideal for watching a movie in bed without having to crank the volume.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462027_1458_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462027_1458_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462027_1458_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - a quiet fan that offers a comfortable indoor breeze, ideal for...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">A quiet fan that offers a comfortable indoor breeze, ideal for watching a movie in bed without having to crank the volume. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Best Choice on a Tight Budget<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">Comfort Zone 3-Speed<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/best-buy_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Best Buy Award\" title=\"Offers the most bang-for-the-buck\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459558_705_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459558_705_M2.jpg 316w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459558_705_L2.jpg 631w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"300\" height=\"299\" alt=\"pedestal fan\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 300 \/ 299;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align: center;\">\n<div class=\"award_logo_right\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/best-buy_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Best Buy Award\" title=\"Offers the most bang-for-the-buck\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon <span class=\"small\" style=\"color:#FFF;\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Number of Speeds:<\/strong> 3 | <strong>Timer:<\/strong> No<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Simple and straightforward<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Lightweight<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Inexpensive<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">No extra features or frills<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Only so-so power and medium quietness<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>If you&#8217;re here hunting for a pedestal fan that works and won&#8217;t blow your budget, the Comfort Zone 3-Speed is that fan. It&#8217;s extremely simple and straightforward to operate and does precisely what you&#8217;d expect from a basic fan. Its top-measured speed hit just above average at 10.9 mph on high. Though the base is a whopping 24&#8243; wide <em>and<\/em> deep, it has four legs that more easily fit over, around, or even under other objects in your home. The legs also fold up quickly, making this lightweight fan surprisingly portable. Their width and the fan&#8217;s overall low weight also add to its sturdiness. With simple push buttons, it&#8217;s easy to put this fan on a timer or smart switch, helping to make up for its lack of an internal timer. <\/p>\n<p>Of course, this level of simplicity may be <em>too<\/em> simple for some. With just three speeds and no remote or other frills, this fan is in no way fancy or modern. It&#8217;s also not particularly powerful or especially quiet, falling about in the middle of the pack on both fronts. Though the Comfort Zone doesn&#8217;t feel like it&#8217;s made of the most bombproof materials, we had absolutely no issues with its sturdiness or durability during our testing. At the end of the day, though this fan lacks the bells and whistles of fancier models, it still gets the job done, making it a good value item. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Includes:<\/strong> N\/A<br \/>\n<strong>Directions of Pivot:<\/strong> Slightly down, slightly up<\/p>\n<p><strong>Modes &#038; Features:<\/strong> Foldable base, indented carry handle on back of blade cage<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>Though it&#8217;s quite basic in this line-up, the Comfort Zone 3-Speed holds its own.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462032_12361_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462032_12361_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462032_12361_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - though it&#039;s quite basic in this line-up, the comfort zone 3-speed...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">Though it&#8217;s quite basic in this line-up, the Comfort Zone 3-Speed holds its own. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Best for Automated Temperature Control<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">Lasko S16612 with Thermostat<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/top-pick_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Top Pick Award\" title=\"The best for a specific application\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/35\/1\/471635_12587_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/35\/1\/471635_12587_M2.jpg 291w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/35\/1\/471635_12587_L2.jpg 583w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"278\" height=\"300\" alt=\"pedestal fan\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:225px; aspect-ratio: 278 \/ 300;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align: center;\">\n<div class=\"award_logo_right\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/top-pick_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Top Pick Award\" title=\"The best for a specific application\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Number of Speeds:<\/strong> 4 | <strong>Timer:<\/strong> Yes; 1-7 hours in 1-hour increments<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Low hum easily fades into background<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Useful, simple remote with no beeps<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Lightweight but sturdy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Less powerful at a distance<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Base slides easily<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Head may detach while carrying<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Lasko S16612 with Thermostat offers surprisingly convenient functionality beyond its optional thermostat functionality \u2014 which we love. The built-in thermostat eliminates the need for a smart plug and allows you to set your desired temperature from 60-80 degrees (in 5-degree increments), which automatically turns off the fan when the room reaches the set ambient temperature, and it kicks back on when the temperature rises. This fan emits a lower-pitched hum that more easily fades into the background than many other models&#8217; higher-pitched whirring noises. \u201c<em>Amongst all the other sounds of the house, I almost couldn&#8217;t hear this fan at its lowest speed,<\/em>\u201d our lead tester remarked. The remote is simple and fully functional, controlling every aspect of this fan \u2014 including oscillation \u2014 with a beep-less button push. Though lightweight, this model is also more stable and less wobbly than most.<\/p>\n<p>However, the lightweight plastic disc base lacks any feet to hold it in place on a hard floor. While we don&#8217;t think this is a huge problem, if pets or people are frequently bumping into the furniture, the Lasko S16612 will slide. And, if you have a giant living space and are hoping to place a fan across the room that can still reach you with a powerful breeze on the couch, this one may disappoint you with its below-average wind speeds. If you plan to carry it around your home, we also found that it sometimes comes apart mid-transit \u2014 though it simply slides back together again easily. At the end of the day, if you want a fan to help keep your area at a more consistent temperature, the functionality and simplicity of this fan are here to help.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Includes:<\/strong> Remote (2 AAA batteries included)<br \/>\n<strong>Directions of Pivot:<\/strong> Straight ahead, about 30 degrees up<\/p>\n<p><strong>Modes &#038; Features:<\/strong> Remote hook on stand, auto-detect thermostat function (60-80 degrees ambient temperature, in 5-degree increments)<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>Keep your space at the perfect temperature all day with the optional thermostat function of this Lasko.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/35\/9\/472376_25169_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/35\/9\/472376_25169_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/35\/9\/472376_25169_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - keep your space at the perfect temperature all day with the optional...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">Keep your space at the perfect temperature all day with the optional thermostat function of this Lasko. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Best for Saving Space<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">Vornado 683 Medium<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/top-pick_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Top Pick Award\" title=\"The best for a specific application\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459557_27052_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459557_27052_M2.jpg 314w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459557_27052_L2.jpg 629w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"299\" height=\"300\" alt=\"pedestal fan\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:225px; aspect-ratio: 299 \/ 300;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align: center;\">\n<div class=\"award_logo_right\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/top-pick_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Top Pick Award\" title=\"The best for a specific application\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon <span class=\"small\" style=\"color:#FFF;\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Number of Speeds:<\/strong> 3 | <strong>Timer:<\/strong> No<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Very powerful<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Points almost vertical<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Lower pitch is less annoying<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Does not oscillate and lacks many features<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Very short<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Despite being the smallest of our tested fans, the Vornado 683 Medium is also among the most powerful. Packing a big punch, we measured this little fan hitting 13.4 mph. Though this certainly helps you cool off when pointed directly at your face, it&#8217;s also fairly effective as an air circulator when positioned just right in larger spaces. Instead of a solid base, this lightweight model has five sturdy legs that give it a small but stable footprint. Of all the models we tested, this one operates at the lowest pitch, sounding more like a hum than the traditional whirring of a fan. Though it can&#8217;t point down, it can be angled nearly vertically to bounce air off the ceiling and blow it effectively around an entire room. It&#8217;s the only one with the cord coming out of the bottom of the stand, as well, rather than dangling off the base of the motor halfway up the stand.<\/p>\n<p>Though those that love simplicity will appreciate this straightforward 3-speed design controlled by a simple knob, the Vornado 683 is likely to disappoint if you&#8217;re after settings and features. It has no remote, no extra modes, no timer, and doesn&#8217;t even oscillate. Additionally, this fan may not quite reach the top of your bed \u2014 at its tallest, it stands just 38 inches high. It&#8217;s also quite loud on higher settings, though the lowest speed is reasonably quiet. However, if you&#8217;re looking for a pedestal fan with far-reaching power that you can stick in the corner and forget about, the Vornado may be exactly what you want.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Includes:<\/strong> N\/A<br \/>\n<strong>Directions of Pivot:<\/strong> Straight ahead, nearly vertical<\/p>\n<p><strong>Modes &#038; Features:<\/strong> Indented carry handle on top<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>Short on space but not ready to skimp on power? The Vornado 683 is a fantastic option.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462049_24291_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462049_24291_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462049_24291_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - short on space but not ready to skimp on power? the vornado 683 is a...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">Short on space but not ready to skimp on power? The Vornado 683 is a fantastic option. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Best for Big Power<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">Lasko 18&#8243; Cyclone<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/top-pick_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Top Pick Award\" title=\"The best for a specific application\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459561_9297_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459561_9297_M2.jpg 314w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459561_9297_L2.jpg 627w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"299\" height=\"300\" alt=\"pedestal fan\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:225px; aspect-ratio: 299 \/ 300;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align: center;\">\n<div class=\"award_logo_right\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/top-pick_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Top Pick Award\" title=\"The best for a specific application\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon <span class=\"small\" style=\"color:#FFF;\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Number of Speeds:<\/strong> 3 | <strong>Timer:<\/strong> Yes; 1, 2, or 4 hours<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Powerful<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">No annoying beeps<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Remembers your last setting<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Large height adjustability<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Quite loud and higher pitch than many<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Limited setting options<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Ready to feel impressive winds from across the room? The Lasko 18&#8243; Cyclone is a powerful fan that spreads air effectively around even larger rooms. This oversized option creates a veritable buffeting wind at higher speeds, just like its name implies. It&#8217;s fairly lightweight and offers an exceptional range in height, from 42 to 54 inches \u2014 the most of any model we tested. \u201c<em>A lot of remote-controlled fans have annoying beeps every time you push a button. I love that this fan stays silent,<\/em>\u201d our tester said. The Lasko remembers your last settings when turned on each time and can be helpfully positioned anywhere from slightly downward to nearly vertical. On top of that, it comes with a small Velcro patch for the remote that you can stick just about anywhere \u2014 like on your bedpost or nightstand \u2014 to keep it close by. <\/p>\n<p>Though the Lasko Cyclone does have a timer, it only goes up to 4 hours, which may not be enough for some folks. It has a push-pull tab on the motor to control oscillation, rather than including that on the remote like many others. The super-wide, 21-inch circular base takes up a significant amount of room and slides readily across hardwood floors. As a light, plastic unit, ours bounced and vibrated at every speed \u2014 not audibly, but visibly. Unfortunately, the lights on the base also don&#8217;t dim or turn off, and this is one of the loudest, highest-pitched fans of the bunch, making it not a great option for picky sleepers or for use when watching movies. However, if you&#8217;re a fan of white noise and a powerful breeze, you may love this big unit exactly as it is. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Includes:<\/strong> Remote (batteries not included)<br \/>\n<strong>Directions of Pivot:<\/strong> Barely down, nearly vertical<\/p>\n<p><strong>Modes &#038; Features:<\/strong> Velcro patch to stick remote anywhere<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>The Lasko Cyclone brings a true cyclone-feeling into smaller rooms.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462047_4052_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462047_4052_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462047_4052_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - the lasko cyclone brings a true cyclone-feeling into smaller rooms.\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">The Lasko Cyclone brings a true cyclone-feeling into smaller rooms. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t6\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Good Range of Speeds and Heights<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">Rowenta VU5670 Turbo Silence Extreme 5-Speed<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459563_5817_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459563_5817_M2.jpg 297w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459563_5817_L2.jpg 595w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"283\" height=\"300\" alt=\"pedestal fan\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:225px; aspect-ratio: 283 \/ 300;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align:center;\">\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Number of Speeds:<\/strong> 5 | <strong>Timer:<\/strong> Yes; 1, 2, 4, or 8 hours<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Large range of heights; taller than most<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Wide range of speeds<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Fairly quiet<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Not very sturdy<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Beep is particularly annoying<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Rowenta VU5670 Turbo Silence Extreme 5-Speed remains impressively quiet while offering an impressive range of speeds, which we measured as low as 4.7 mph and as high as 12.9 mph. The \u201c<em>3 speeds and 3 modes<\/em>\u201d essentially boil down to 5 speeds. Silent Night mode didn&#8217;t even register sound on our instruments, blowing a very modest amount of air at close range. Turbo Boost acts and sounds exactly like what you&#8217;d expect from the name, and the Normal settings are the three middle speeds. This fan exhibits one of the larger and taller height ranges while its heavy base securely anchors it to the floor. It includes a timer and a remote \u2014 though no CR2032 battery \u2014 and features a remote caddy on top of the motor. We also love that it remembers its last settings when you turn it back on and is surprisingly quiet and pleasant at every speed.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, this heavy gizmo is one of the most wobbly models we tested, literally blowing itself into a backbend at high speeds. For a futuristic-looking fan, it still has the old-school oscillation knob on the unit, with no button to control it remotely. It chirps loudly and obnoxiously with every setting change, and though the lights dim, they never turn off. Switching between speeds, the unit we tested also had considerable difficulty finding the right rotation rate, shifting awkwardly between several speeds before settling at a constant pace. At the end of the day, though we find much to like about this quiet, effective fan, we&#8217;re not quite sure its shortcomings make it worth the hefty price tag. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Includes:<\/strong> Remote (CR2032 battery not included) <br \/>\n<strong>Directions of Pivot:<\/strong> Slightly down, slightly more up<\/p>\n<p><strong>Modes &#038; Features:<\/strong> 3 modes (Silent Night, Normal, and Turbo Boost) 3 regular speeds and 1 high speed, remote caddy, and carry handle on top of motor<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>While there&#8217;s a lot to like about the quietness and power of the Rowenta, we wish it was a bit more sturdy.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462035_11080_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462035_11080_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462035_11080_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - while there&#039;s a lot to like about the quietness and power of the...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">While there&#8217;s a lot to like about the quietness and power of the Rowenta, we wish it was a bit more sturdy. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t7\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Quiet on Low Power<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">Amazon Basics Oscillating Dual Blade 16-Inch<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462001_19663_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462001_19663_M2.jpg 290w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462001_19663_L2.jpg 579w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"276\" height=\"300\" alt=\"pedestal fan\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:225px; aspect-ratio: 276 \/ 300;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align:center;\">\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon <span class=\"small\" style=\"color:#FFF;\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Number of Speeds:<\/strong> 24 | <strong>Timer:<\/strong> Yes; 1-18 hours, 1-hour increments<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Very quiet on low speeds<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Lights dim after a bit<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Fairly sturdy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Very unpleasant chirpy beep<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Not powerful<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Many settings seem the same<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Amazon Basics Oscillating Dual Blade 16-Inch is an attractive and quiet model full of settings and is best for subtlety. Though it boasts a whopping 24 speeds, it isn&#8217;t easy to discern a difference between many of them. The lowest 8 speeds are so silent our instruments couldn&#8217;t even detect them. It&#8217;s heavy and solid, with a low center of gravity that&#8217;s not easy to tip over. The lights on the base turn off after several seconds, and the head tilts slightly up and down. It comes with a remote that controls all the settings \u2014 including oscillation \u2014 but requires your own AAA batteries. <\/p>\n<p>Oddly, the jump from speeds 8 to 9 is far more noticeable than any other speed change, jumping a full 6 decibels. Even though it claims to have 24 speeds, the Oscillating Dual Blade is by far the least powerful pedestal fan we tested, with a measured airspeed range from 3.5 mph to just 8.7 mph \u2014 a top speed that&#8217;s nearly the same as many others&#8217; lowest speeds. It doesn&#8217;t have a memory for its last settings; instead, it always powers up on level 18 with no oscillation and chirping offensively as you scroll through all 24 speeds. If you want a powerful fan, this isn&#8217;t likely to tick your boxes. However, this may be a good fit if you prefer a <em>very<\/em> light breeze and value silence. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Includes:<\/strong> Remote (AAA batteries do not come with purchase)<br \/>\n<strong>Directions of Pivot:<\/strong> Barely down, slightly more up<\/p>\n<p><strong>Modes &#038; Features:<\/strong> 3 modes (Nature, Sleep, Normal), 2 blades each with 5 fins<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>If all you want are the low, quiet speeds, this fan from AmazonBasics might work but don&#8217;t expect much power!<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462019_8656_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462019_8656_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462019_8656_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - if all you want are the low, quiet speeds, this fan from...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">If all you want are the low, quiet speeds, this fan from AmazonBasics might work but don&#8217;t expect much power! \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t8\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">A Step Above Basic<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">Black+Decker 16&#8243;<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459562_7564_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459562_7564_M2.jpg 279w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/80\/459562_7564_L2.jpg 557w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"265\" height=\"300\" alt=\"pedestal fan\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:225px; aspect-ratio: 265 \/ 300;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align:center;\">\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon <span class=\"small\" style=\"color:#FFF;\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Number of Speeds:<\/strong> 3 | <strong>Timer:<\/strong> Yes; 1, 2, or 4 hours<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Straightforward use<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Has remote and timer<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Less expensive<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Fan head is droopy<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Controls on unit are behind fan blades<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Loud, chirpy beep with every setting change<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Black+Decker 16&#8243; is a small step up from the basic pedestal fans of old. It features a remote and caddy that clips onto the stand, and a timer function gives some operational options. The solid base adds stability, and the head tilts slightly. Compared to some of the competition, this fan is pretty affordable.<\/p>\n<p>The controls on the fan&#8217;s base are awkwardly located partially behind the bottom of the blade cage. It chirps loudly with every setting change, and the light on the base never turns off \u2014 though it&#8217;s just one small red dot, which is less intrusive than many others. The remote caddy must be removed from the stand to put the head all the way down, and you can&#8217;t control the oscillation function with the remote, only with the traditional knob on top of the motor. Our unit also had a heavy, droopy head, which limits its angles of operation from straight ahead to slightly down. We measured this fan as having just under a 2 mph difference between the lowest (8.5 mph) and the highest (10.3 mph) speeds. We&#8217;re not sure the low price and extra features are worth the long list of shortcomings.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Includes:<\/strong> Remote (AAA batteries not included)<br \/>\n<strong>Directions of Pivot:<\/strong> Slightly down, straight ahead<\/p>\n<p><strong>Modes &#038; Features:<\/strong> Removable remote caddy on stand, carry handle on back of blade cage<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"content_table_xwide\">\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>We appreciate the usefulness of the Black &#038; Decker remote caddy, but find it annoying that it has to be removed in order to completely lower the fan.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462038_2088_XL.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462038_2088_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462038_2088_L2.jpg 830w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462038_2088_XL.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462038_2088_XXL.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"pedestal fan - we appreciate the usefulness of the black &amp; decker remote caddy...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 1024 \/ 768;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"content_table_xwide\">\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">We appreciate the usefulness of the Black &#038; Decker remote caddy, but find it annoying that it has to be removed in order to completely lower the fan. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Why Trust GearLab<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>To find the best pedestal fans on the market today, we spent hours combing through the top options before selecting the most promising models to purchase and test side-by-side. Tasked with cooling us off through some of the hottest days of the desert summer, we put these fans through a litany of laboratory and real-world tests. We used them while watching movies, sleeping at night, reading books, and working out at home. We measured airspeeds and took decibel readings, comparing them all head-to-head to see which ones offer the most settings, the most power, the sturdiest bases, and the quietest experiences.<\/p>\n<p>This review is spearheaded by Senior Review Editor, Maggie Nichols, who lives and recreates in the hot high deserts of northern Nevada. Maggie grew up enduring the oppressive heat\/humidity combination of the Midwest, spending sticky afternoons keeping cool in front of fans. She&#8217;s spent a huge chunk of her life battling heat and humidity from teaching in the jungles of South America and plains of Africa to living on a remote Caribbean island. Fans have always been a necessary part of life for both Maggie and her easily overheated dog. From her home gym to her home office, she knows what it takes to find the right fan for any space. She tests several types of fans and has been testing all types of home and outdoor gear for both OutdoorGearLab and TechGearLab since 2017.<\/p>\n<div class=\"photonormal\">\n<div id=\"photoab_1379452502\" class=\"carousel slide\" style=\"margin-bottom: 100px; padding:0;\">\n<div class=\"carousel-inner\">\n<div class=\"carousel-item active\">\n<div style=\"display:flex; width:100%; justify-content: center;\">            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/36\/93\/490824_11612_L2.jpg\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fans have the classic look, though many have been updated...\" class=\"d-block w-100\" style=\"max-width: 700px; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:525px; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\">            <\/div>\n<div class=\"photo-caption mt-2 mb-3\">Pedestal fans have the classic look, though many have been updated to include modern features. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"carousel-item\">\n<div style=\"display:flex; width:100%; justify-content: center;\">            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462015_11360_L2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462015_11360_S.jpg\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"\" class=\"d-block w-100 lazy\" style=\"max-width: 700px; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:525px; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\">            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"carousel-item\">\n<div style=\"display:flex; width:100%; justify-content: center;\">            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462017_26545_L2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462017_26545_S.jpg\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"\" class=\"d-block w-100 lazy\" style=\"max-width: 700px; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:525px; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\">            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>  <button class=\"carousel-control-prev\" type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1379452502\" data-bs-slide=\"prev\">    <span class=\"carousel-control-prev-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>    <span class=\"visually-hidden\">Previous<\/span>  <\/button>  <button class=\"carousel-control-next\" type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1379452502\" data-bs-slide=\"next\">    <span class=\"carousel-control-next-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>    <span class=\"visually-hidden\">Next<\/span>  <\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"carousel-indicators\" style=\"padding-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px;  margin-right: 5%;  margin-left: 5%; margin-bottom: -80px; height: 80px\">    <button type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1379452502\" data-bs-slide-to=\"0\" class=\"active\" aria-current=\"true\" aria-label=\"Slide 1\" style=\"border:0; height:100%; width: 80px;\">      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"d-block w-100\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/36\/93\/490824_11612_XS.jpg\" alt=\"Button for slide 1\">    <\/button>    <button type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1379452502\" data-bs-slide-to=\"1\" aria-label=\"Slide 2\" style=\"border:0; height:100%; width: 80px;\">      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"d-block w-100\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462015_11360_XS.jpg\" alt=\"Button for slide 2\">    <\/button>    <button type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1379452502\" data-bs-slide-to=\"2\" aria-label=\"Slide 3\" style=\"border:0; height:100%; width: 80px;\">      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"d-block w-100\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462017_26545_XS.jpg\" alt=\"Button for slide 3\">    <\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Analysis and Test Results<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>We tested each fan&#8217;s performance through a battery of tests that covered four metrics. We put together a complete picture of each model through laboratory tests, precision measurements, everyday usage, and qualitative analyses. Here, we break down the metrics we evaluated and the tests we used to pinpoint the best ones for specific jobs. <\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"content_table_xwide\">\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>Stay cool with the right fan for your space.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/35\/8\/472374_1573_XL.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/35\/8\/472374_1573_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/35\/8\/472374_1573_L2.jpg 830w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/35\/8\/472374_1573_XL.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/35\/8\/472374_1573_XXL.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"pedestal fan - stay cool with the right fan for your space.\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 1024 \/ 768;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"content_table_xwide\">\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">Stay cool with the right fan for your space. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3>Power<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>To test each pedestal fan&#8217;s power, we performed multiple airspeed tests on different settings and combined that with how well it translates into what you can feel across a room. We measured airflow, placing each fan across a large room and standing on the other side to gauge how easily we could feel each setting, both directly in front of and off to the sides of every fan. We also considered how many settings, modes, features, and timer options each model has, alongside the use of those settings. <\/p>\n<div class=\"blogTip\">\n<div class=\"blogTipText\"><strong>Making the Most Out of Your Fan<\/strong><br \/>\nAdding a fan to your home in a strategic way can be a great way to make your space more comfortable \u2014 and possibly even more energy-efficient during hot summer months. Every model has a unique airflow pattern. Some create a tunnel straight ahead, others buffet wind around the room more evenly, and still others are meant to create a feedback loop of air, circulating it within a space. Play with the placement of your fan, using it to spread air from your window AC, perhaps angling it at the ceiling to create a more even room temperature. How you put the specific fan you decide to take home into your unique space may take some experimentation and practice to perfect, but don&#8217;t give up!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>When it comes to sheer airflow and power, the <strong>Vornado 683 Medium<\/strong> takes the cake. In our tests, it reached the highest measured speed of 13.4 mph. It&#8217;s easily felt from across a room, though only if you&#8217;re standing directly in its tunnel-like path. Not only does this high velocity feel great on your face after a prolonged period outside on a hot day, but it also helps to circulate air around a room more effectively \u2014 exactly what this model is made to do. The <strong>Lasko Cyclone<\/strong> is also quite powerful and has the added bonus of oscillation and a timer, both of which the Vornado lacks. We clocked its 18&#8243; face, producing speeds of 12.5 mph and a strong buffeting effect even from 20 feet away. Also notable for a high top speed is the <strong>Rowenta Turbo Silence Extreme 5-Speed<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>Despite its small size, the Vornado packs some serious power into its three speeds and works well to circulate air throughout the room.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462048_23993_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462048_23993_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462048_23993_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - despite its small size, the vornado packs some serious power into...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">Despite its small size, the Vornado packs some serious power into its three speeds and works well to circulate air throughout the room. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Though the <strong>Pelonis Silent Turbo<\/strong> doesn&#8217;t offer the high rate of flow that many others do, it does have a wide range of lower speeds. With 12 distinct speeds, this quiet fan measured between 3.3 mph on its lowest setting and 10.5 mph on its highest. It has four different modes with intuitive speeds and functions to fit precise situations that likely occur daily in most homes. <\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>Madeline loves lying in the breeze from the oversized Lasko Cyclone.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462044_30514_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462044_30514_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462044_30514_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - madeline loves lying in the breeze from the oversized lasko cyclone.\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">Madeline loves lying in the breeze from the oversized Lasko Cyclone. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3>Percieved Noise<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>To score each model&#8217;s overall noisiness, we started by taking decibel readings of each fan at all of their various speeds. We then qualified each fan&#8217;s sound, including relative pitch, quality of noise, and respective annoyance levels. We noted if they made extra noises, like clicking, beeping, whirring, or vibrations. And because gunk getting stuck in your fan can affect its noisiness, we also inspected how easy they are to clean.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blogTip\">\n<div class=\"blogTipText\"><strong>Fan Maintenance<\/strong><br \/>\nJust like everything else in your home, your pedestal fan needs regular cleaning and maintenance to keep it working well. A clean fan will be a quieter fan. Most fans have a way to remove the front grill, which can be wiped or washed, along with the blades themselves. You&#8217;ll need to avoid getting the motor wet, but even regular dusting will help you make the most of your fan. Be sure to always unplug your fan from the outlet before taking it apart.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>While it seems like every fan claims to be silent, the <strong>Pelonis Silent Turbo<\/strong> comes the closest to achieving that lofty goal. Its lowest settings didn&#8217;t even register on our decibel meters, and even at its highest speed, this fan was still surprisingly quiet both in measurement and quality of sound. The <strong>Rowenta Turbo Silence Extreme<\/strong> is another fairly quiet fan, regardless of its speed. On its highest setting, which is almost 3 mph faster than the Pelonis Turbo, we measured it at a lower decibel reading. The <strong>Lasko S16612 with Thermostat<\/strong> emits a low hum on its lowest setting that immediately becomes a background sound you hardly notice. The <strong>Amazon Basics Oscillating Dual Blade<\/strong> is whisper quiet on speeds 1-8, but by the time you hit speed 24, it&#8217;s one of the loudest of the group despite having the least impressive airflow. Though the <strong>Vornado 683 Medium<\/strong> is fairly loud at top speed, it also has a low, more even hum that sets it apart from the traditional whirring noise of most fan blades. <\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>We&#8217;re impressed by how quiet the Pelonis remains even on its highest speed.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462024_15893_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462024_15893_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462024_15893_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - we&#039;re impressed by how quiet the pelonis remains even on its highest...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">We&#8217;re impressed by how quiet the Pelonis remains even on its highest speed. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>When it comes to keeping these units clean, all of them have removable grills that can be rinsed or wiped, allowing easy access to the blades to keep them dust-free. The <strong>Black+Decker 16&#8243;<\/strong> makes it even easier, with simple clasps that can be twisted to the side with your thumb for removal. The <strong>Comfort Zone<\/strong>, <strong>Lasko S16612<\/strong>, and <strong>Lasko Cyclone<\/strong> grills can be popped on and off, as they utilize plastic tabs to stay in place. The rest of the fans have at least one screw holding the grill onto the head of the fan. The <strong>Vornado 683<\/strong> has several screws but also includes directions on how to remove both the grill <em>and<\/em> the blade for more thorough cleaning.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>Several fans have a single screw that can be removed to take off the grill and access the blades for a thorough, regular cleaning.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462021_23809_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462021_23809_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462021_23809_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - several fans have a single screw that can be removed to take off the...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">Several fans have a single screw that can be removed to take off the grill and access the blades for a thorough, regular cleaning. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3>Size Value<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Pedestal fans have a reputation for being ungainly and large \u2014 but <em>how<\/em> ungainly and <em>how<\/em> large? We measured the dimensions of every fan, checked to see how much their heights are adjustable, and considered their base size and the blade housing size. Of course, since larger fans are often more powerful, we considered other values of their sizes when calculating scores in this metric. Being able to tilt or oscillate a fan also makes a big difference in where it can live in your home, so we considered these abilities as well.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blogTip\">\n<div class=\"blogTipText\"><strong>Pay Attention to the Base<\/strong><br \/>\nPedestal fans can be fan-tastic in your home, but their unique shapes can also make them more challenging to Tetris into your space. Pay attention not just to the fan head&#8217;s size but also to the size and shape of the base. Many have solid bases that can be difficult to squeeze into smaller spaces, but a few have legs that may more easily conform to your needs.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Vornado 683<\/strong> is the smallest of the group. It has a small footprint with legs that can go around objects and a powerful small head that can be pointed in nearly any direction, pivoting a full 90 degrees from horizontal to almost vertical. The <strong>Lasko S11612<\/strong> is a fairly average overall size but much lighter than most and has a thin, wide base that can slide easily under most furniture. The lightweight <strong>Comfort Zone<\/strong> has a folding base comprised of four legs, and though they&#8217;re much wider, their small profile makes them conducive to squeezing into spaces and under furniture. The <strong>Lasko Cyclone<\/strong> and <strong>Rowenta Turbo Silence<\/strong> are both noticeably larger than the competition in base and head size, as well as the overall presence in a room.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>Unlike many circular and square bases, the Comfort Zone 3-Speed has four legs that can slide between and even under things for a better fit in your home.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462031_22246_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462031_22246_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462031_22246_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - unlike many circular and square bases, the comfort zone 3-speed has...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">Unlike many circular and square bases, the Comfort Zone 3-Speed has four legs that can slide between and even under things for a better fit in your home. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Just about every pedestal fan we tested oscillates roughly 90 degrees with the exception of the <strong>Vornado 683<\/strong>, which doesn&#8217;t oscillate at all but can be twisted on its stand to face any direction. However, the Vornado offers one of the widest pivot ranges, at nearly 90 degrees, whereas most others are closer to 20-25 degrees at most. The <strong>Lasko Cyclone<\/strong> also pivots at close to 90 degrees. <\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>The Vornado 683 is both small and short, making it a better fit when space is at a premium. However, it&#8217;s also the only one without an oscillating function, and must be spun by hand to point the direction you desire.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462050_21819_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462050_21819_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462050_21819_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - the vornado 683 is both small and short, making it a better fit when...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">The Vornado 683 is both small and short, making it a better fit when space is at a premium. However, it&#8217;s also the only one without an oscillating function, and must be spun by hand to point the direction you desire. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3>Stability<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Just looking at some pedestal fans can feel like they&#8217;re on the verge of being knocked over. If your home includes excitable pets, clumsy children, or ungraceful adults, it&#8217;s important to have a sturdy fan that&#8217;s less likely to take a fall when bumped. We evaluated fans on their center of balance, weightiness, sturdiness, and other features that help to hold them in place, like rubber feet. Since many of these come with a tiny remote, we also considered extra features (like remote storage spots) as a bonus in this metric.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blogTip\">\n<div class=\"blogTipText\"><strong>Avoiding Unnecessary Hazards<\/strong><br \/>\nPedestal fans are one of the more awkwardly shaped fans you can put in your home. If you have pets or humans in the house who regularly knock things over, you might consider a sturdier option that&#8217;s closer to the ground. Check out our picks for floor fans.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Pelonis Silent Turbo<\/strong> and <strong>Rowenta Turbo Silence<\/strong> use heaviness to their advantage when it comes to stability, weighing over 15 and 17 pounds, respectively. However, the Rowenta has a rather wobbly vertical portion of the unit that makes it feel a bit rickety, while the Pelonis Turbo is sturdier overall. The <strong>Amazon Basics Oscillating<\/strong> and <strong>Black+Decker 16&#8243;<\/strong> exhibit a similar strategy with heavy bases to lower their center of gravity. <\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>Though there&#8217;s a lot we like about the Rowenta, its stand is a bit too flexible for our preference and can blow itself backward when on high power.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462036_5137_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462036_5137_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462036_5137_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"pedestal fan - though there&#039;s a lot we like about the rowenta, its stand is a bit...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">Though there&#8217;s a lot we like about the Rowenta, its stand is a bit too flexible for our preference and can blow itself backward when on high power. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Using a different strategy, the <strong>Vornado 683<\/strong> and <strong>Comfort Zone 3-Speed<\/strong> are lightweight but have wide bases compared to their heads, with rubbery grips to help hold them in place. Four models include some form of storage for their remotes: the <strong>Rowenta<\/strong>, <strong>Black+Decker<\/strong>, <strong>Lasko S16612<\/strong>, and <strong>Lasko Cyclone<\/strong>. The Rowenta has a slot on top that securely stores its remote right on top of the unit. The Black+Decker has a clip-on caddy that attaches to the stand but gets in the way of lowering it completely. The Lasko S16612 pairs a hook on the back of the remote with a slot on the back of the fan stand to keep them together when not in use. The Lasko Cyclone provides just a simple Velcro patch, allowing you to connect the other side of it to wherever you find most helpful \u2014 whether that&#8217;s the top of the fan motor or the side of your coffee table.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"content_table_xwide\">\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>Stay comfortable in any season with the right pedestal fan.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462041_5500_XL.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462041_5500_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462041_5500_L2.jpg 830w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462041_5500_XL.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/5\/462041_5500_XXL.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"pedestal fan - stay comfortable in any season with the right pedestal fan.\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 1024 \/ 768;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"content_table_xwide\">\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">Stay comfortable in any season with the right pedestal fan. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Maggie Brandenburg<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>\nA good pedestal fan can make all the difference during a hot summer, while a bad one can leave you cursing your decision to buy it. By testing these fans side by side, we hope that our comparative analysis helps you find the one that melts your sweat away and keeps you cool.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<p>\n\u2014<i>Maggie Nichols<\/i><br \/>\n<br \/> \n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Maggie Nichols \u22c5 Review Editor\u00a0 \u22c5 \u00a0Updated February 24, 2025 A pedestal fan effectively circulates air throughout a room while offering adjustability and portability. Whether you need to cool down your home, office, or garage, a pedestal fan provides much-needed air circulation when the temperature rises. Hoping to cool down your space? 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