Summer is in full swing and, with another heatwave due to happen any day now, it's a great time to buy one of the best tower fans on the market in preparation for summer. Unlike most tower fans, the Vornado Tower 184 is a circulator, which means it doesn't oscillate to get better coverage of a room. It must be placed strategically to produce ideal airflow in a room. This means you will feel a stronger air flow across the room than immediately by the fan. You can never bank on getting hot weather in the UK but, when it does come, it can come with a thump. When the mercury rises and the air stays still, it’s almost impossible to escape the humidity and heat, yet – for most of us – air conditioning is overkill. Get hold of a fan, however, and you can get a breeze going inside your home and make the temperature a bit more bearable. Put one in the lounge and you can properly chill out; get one in the bedroom and you might just get some sleep. The Dyson AM07 is a very quiet tower fan with an unusual design that is both very safe and highly effective. The high-end technology makes it the most expensive fan that we have reviewed, but if you want a state-of-the-art tower fan then this could be the choice for you.

In addition to the core features, there are some additional features that are nice to have when choosing one of the best tower fans. For maximum style points, it's hard to look past the Dyson AM07. Its unique design is pleasing to the eye, but it's not all style over substance: it's safe and easy to clean since there are no moving parts for hands to get caught in.Downfalls of the design have to be its base which is said to be a little wobbly during oscillation. Pros & Cons Of The Honeywell Quietset Whole Room Tower Fan It comes with 5 quiet control speeds, an auto shut-off timer (that you can set for 1, 2, 4 or 8 hours) and remote control. The fan is easy to assemble out of the box; you only need to attach the base using four screws. The fan can be difficult to clean, but not more so than the average tower fan. It is a little more expensive than most tower fans, but the long warranty helps make it a better value for the money. The best bit? This tower fan isn’t just a fan: it’s also an air purifier. The TP04 will remove 99.95% of ultra-fine particles, such as allergens and pollutants from the air around you – so you’ll be breathing in cleaner air, as well as feeling cooler.

This Honeywell model can be controlled via its remote control from a distance and has an 8-hour timer to control when you want the fan to automatically turn off and shut down at specific times. Key specs - Weight: 2.9kg, Dimensions: H100.7 x W19 x D11cm, Power: 56 watts, Speeds: 10, Cord length: 2m, Guarantee: two years. We love that this is a combination fan and heater, so it can make your home feel more comfortable year-round, and you never need to store it. Although tall, its sleek look and compact base blends into your decor better than some other options we tested. Safety features include a blade-less design, and a tip-over automatic shutoff. Although it was a bit wobbly on its base if pushed, we have found that it does not tip over easily (even when dogs and kids go zooming by).The Holmes HT38RB-U has some good features that give it extra functionality. This tower fan has the second-longest warranty of any fan we tested. Dimensions: 36.7 x 12 x 12 inches | Settings: 4 speeds | Timer: 3 to 12 hours | Remote: Yes | Oscillation: Yes; 180 degrees | Noise range: 33.8 to 55.5 decibels Key specs – Dimensions: 54 x 15 x 14cm; Weight: 2.4kg; Oscillation angle: 90˚; Cord length: 1.6m; Warranty: 2yr; Power: 18W Tower fans: Tower fans are narrow, and save a lot of space. Although they are not as strong as pedestal fans, they still create a strong air-flow in the room and are very quiet. These fans usually come with a wide range of features that increase functionality. They offer a wide range of coverage, often providing a whole room with a circulation of air. Tower fans are more decorative than pedestal fans, and they often give a room a nice piece of flair or a talking point. They are usually a lot quieter than pedestal fans as well.

Instead, the best reason to get this fan is that it pushes so much air out over such a high and wide area, thanks to the sheer size of the fan, a 2.4m/sec maximum airflow and an 80˚ degree oscillation feature. It’s just a shame that it’s noisy, putting out 46dB at its highest settings and 40dB even in Sleep mode, while the Natural mode is plain distracting, constantly revving up and revving down the fan speed. Still, if you want a fan for a large space and noise doesn’t matter, this one’s a keeper, and one of the few tower fans we’ve tested that can rival a pedestal fan on reach and range. It doesn’t take up as much space, yet it’s a serious tower of power.If you want a tower fan that’s frills-free, look no further than the Lasko Wind Curve Oscillating Tower Fan. Featuring an LED display screen and three fan speeds, this oscillating model provided cooling up to 15 feet away during testing, though its wind speed was on the lower side (at a distance of 3 feet away, the wind registered at 4.9 mph on high). While this device’s design and power aren’t especially noteworthy, it’s nonetheless a sturdy, reliable model that covers the basics. According to the product description, it can provide comfort for medium to large-sized rooms. So, you don't need to worry about placing multiple fans across the room.