April 2024
Tower Fans: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of tower fans rankings posted by key online experts, as of April 2024.
Summary
On 3 Apr 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 71 tower fan endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
41 tower fans were endorsed in total, only 16 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 3 Apr 2024, Honeywell Quietset HYF290B takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed tower fan with 7 expert endorsements. 2 experts out of 7 recommended it as the '#1 tower fan' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Lasko: 9 tower fans
(#1 is Lasko Wind Curve T42951)
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Honeywell: 5 tower fans
(#1 is Honeywell Quietset HYF290B)
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Dyson: 5 tower fans
(#1 is Dyson Pure Cool TP01)
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Dreo: 3 tower fans
(#1 is Dreo Nomad)
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Pelonis: 3 tower fans
(#1 is Pelonis PFT40A4AGB)
Price breakdown
At a glance - April Ranking
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BestCovery
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TopTenReviews
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Gear Patrol
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BestReviews
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CNET
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The Strategist
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Real Simple
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Popular Mechanics
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NBC News
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The Spruce
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Honeywell Quietset HYF290B
The Honeywell Quietset HYF290B Tower Fan is a highly praised cooling solution that offers customizable features, ease of use, and durability, making it a versatile and efficient option for various room sizes and comfort preferences.
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3
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10
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Lasko Wind Curve T42951
The Lasko Wind Curve T42951 Tower Fan is a highly praised and reliable cooling solution with a range of features, including quiet speed settings, fan modes, an oscillation feature, and a sturdy design.
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Lasko Wind Curve 2554
The Lasko Wind Curve 2554 Tower Fan is a highly praised cooling solution with adjustable settings, widespread airflow circulation, a stylish design, and a 1-year warranty.
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7
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6
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4
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Dyson Pure Cool TP01
The Dyson Pure Cool TP01 is a highly praised air purifier with a range of features, including 10 fan speed settings, multiple fan modes, and a bladeless design, making it a durable and effective option for improving indoor air quality.
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-2 | $70 |
Dreo Nomad
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Vornado 184
The Vornado 184 Tower Fan is a visually appealing, durable, and reliable option for cooling smaller to medium-sized rooms or spaces, with adjustable airflow and a compact design.
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4
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Seville UltraSlimline 40"
The Seville UltraSlimline 40" Tower Fan is a versatile and stylish cooling solution with various features, but it may lack durability and a longer warranty period compared to other tower fans.
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5
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Lasko FH500
The Lasko FH500 Tower Fan & Space Heater Combo is a versatile and convenient option for heating and cooling a room, with customizable heat output, quiet speeds, and a sleek design.
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Dyson TP04
The Dyson TP04 Tower Fan is a versatile and feature-rich air purifier with cooling capabilities, offering personalized comfort, real-time air quality monitoring, and a sleek design.
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TaoTronics TT-TF001
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Better Homes and Gardens 3-Speed
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4
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12
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Honeywell HYF260
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Dreo Pilot Max
The Dreo Pilot Max Tower Fan is a highly praised, durable, and reliable fan with customizable features and a sleek design.
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Ozeri OZF3
The Ozeri OZF3 Tower Fan is a highly customizable and versatile fan with multiple speed settings, airflow modes, and oscillation capabilities, making it a sleek and durable option for personalized cooling in various settings.
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Rowenta Urban Cool
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9
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17
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Pelonis PFT40A4AGB
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We ranked Honeywell Quietset HYF290B #1 in April 2024 because:
- 7 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Honeywell Quietset HYF290B as #1.
TopTenReviews
The most versatile tower fan we tested
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Great coverage
Eight fan and noise level settings
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Not the most powerful
Breeze drops off around 15 feet
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BestReviews
Quiet and Slim
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Oscillates.
Offers five speed modes including a mid-level “white noise” option.
Comes with remote control that stores in carrying handle.
Illuminated, dimmable control panel also features auto-off.
Auto-off fan timer.
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The control panel lights can be quite bright at night.
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We ranked Lasko Wind Curve T42951 #2 in April 2024 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Lasko Wind Curve T42951 as #1.
Gear Patrol
Best Overall Tower Fan
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One of the most affordable for the feature set
Has a night mode
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Not super powerful
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BestReviews
Best Bang for the Buck
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An easy-to-use tower fan on the lower end of the price range.
This model's Wind Curve technology means it works well in large rooms.
Runs quietly, so it's popular for offices, bedrooms, and entertainment spaces.
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Design isn't as sleek as other models we looked at,
the construction feels less durable.
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The Spruce
Best for Office
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Very quiet
Easy to switch between modes
Powerful air flow
Sleep mode and dimmable LED display
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Can't feel airflow far away
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend tower fans.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of tower fans, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for April 2024 ranking
BestCovery
TopTenReviews
Gear Patrol
BestReviews
CNET
The Strategist
Real Simple
Popular Mechanics
NBC News
The Spruce
We ranked Lasko Wind Curve 2554 #3 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Lasko Wind Curve 2554 as #1.
Gear Patrol
Best Oscillating Tower Fan
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Full 360-degree oscillation
Built-in timer
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Faux wood paneling mixed with plastic looks tacky
Overall design looks outdated
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We ranked Dyson Pure Cool TP01 #4 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Dyson Pure Cool TP01 as #1.
The Spruce
Best Splurge
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Stylish design
Air purifier and fan combo
Lightweight
Relatively quiet on strongest setting
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May easily tip over
Not as strong as some other fans we tested
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We ranked Dreo Nomad #5 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Dreo Nomad as #1.
The Spruce
Best Overall
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Bladeless design
Powerful yet quiet
Multiple settings including eco and sleep mode
Digital display and remote
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Slightly shorter than most floor options
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We ranked Vornado 184 #6 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
TopTenReviews
An excellent tower fan with an impressive five-year guarantee
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Five-year warranty
Quiet on low settings
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Doesn't oscillate
Not the most energy-efficient
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Gear Patrol
Most Powerful Tower Fan
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Powerful motor
Superior air circulation
5-year warranty
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Slightly loud, especially on high
Pricey
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BestReviews
Trusted Brand
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Employs contoured V-Flow vents to circulate air. We found the quiet 4-speed operation to be simple to understand thanks to the included remote control. Has a timer setting that is great for users who need white noise for sleep.
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Lacks an oscillating feature which really held it back for us during our testing.
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We ranked Seville UltraSlimline 40" #7 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Seville UltraSlimline 40" as #1.
TopTenReviews
The best tower fan overall: great performance, great price
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Easy to use
Great at cooling the room
Four speed settings
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Below average warranty
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We ranked Lasko FH500 #8 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
The Spruce
Best for Large Room
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Tall and far-reaching airflow
Vacuumable filter
Combination fan and heater
Tip-over safety feature
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Cord is shorter than other options
Display lights don't dim
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We ranked Dyson TP04 #9 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
TopTenReviews
Dyson’s best tower fan is powerful, effective and an air purifier too
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Very effective
Voice activated
Purifies the room too
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Expensive
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CNET
Best upgrade
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Double functionality as both an air purifier and a tower fan
Near silent performance except at highest speeds
LCD screen makes it easy to make informed adjustments at a glance
App controls let you track air quality or use your phone as a remote
Supports voice controls via Alexa or Siri
Great-looking design available in multiple colors, includes magnetic remote
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Air purification isn't demonstrably better than machines that cost hundreds less
Dyson's performance claims aren't backed by standardized, third-party tests
No Google Assistant integration
Two-year warranty seems a little short at this price
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We ranked TaoTronics TT-TF001 #10 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
We ranked Better Homes and Gardens 3-Speed #11 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
The Spruce
Best Budget
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Quiet operation
Powerful direct air flow
Affordable price
Sleek design
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Only effective in direct line of flow
Base was a bit wobbly during testing
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We ranked Honeywell HYF260 #12 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
The Spruce
Best for Bedroom
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User-friendly control panel
Auto-off timer
Lights dim automatically
Remote control with storage clip
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Wobbly base
Cord dislodges from base when carried
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We ranked Dreo Pilot Max #13 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
Gear Patrol
Best Upgrade Tower Fan
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12 speeds is four times as many as most tower fans
Ultra-quiet 25 dB operation on its lowest setting
Auto mode adjusts for ambient temperature in the room
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At $150 SRP, it's the most expensive pure tower fan in this guide
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We ranked Ozeri OZF3 #14 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
We ranked Rowenta Urban Cool #15 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
Gear Patrol
Best-Looking Tower Fan
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Beautiful design looks great in any space
Includes a remote control
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Just three speeds and two modes
You're paying more for looks than functionality
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The Spruce
Best Space-Saving
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Lightweight and portable
Remote control
Unique design
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Not effective from far away
Shortest floor option on list
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We ranked Pelonis PFT40A4AGB #16 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tower fans” rankings.
