Pedestal Fans can be the best way to cool a room in summer. They are powerful, easy to transport, and are able to be set at a variety of heights to suit your cooling needs.
However, with so many fans on the market, it’s easy to get confused about which products are great and which are not so great.
To help you in your search, we’ve rounded up the 7 best fans on the market in Australia.
After our pedestal fan reviews, we list the key things you’ll want to watch out for when choosing one to ensure you end up with the best product for your needs.
1. Sunbeam 40CM Pedestal Fan – Best for Most People
The Sunbeam pedestal fan is high-quality and reliable. It can move both horizontally or vertically, and you can set it to move in a figure-eight pattern to create a breeze throughout the entire room.
The stand is also very sturdy and easy to assemble, with adjustable height.
It operates very quietly, which is important if you are using it in a workspace or bedroom.
The six speed settings can be adjusted on the main panel or via remote control, so it is very convenient, especially on hot summer days when you will most likely keep it on all the time.
Also, the fan features a programmable timer so you can set it to turn on and off automatically.
Overall, this one of the best pedestal fans around and is definitely worth the investment.
What We Like:
- Quiet
- Six speed settings
- Great features
What We Don’t Like:
- Requires assembly
2. Vornado Energy Smart Air Circulator Fan – Upgrade Pick
This fan from Vornado is a beast that can push air around a room up to 24 metres away.
On the normal setting, it is very quiet and you can easily leave it on in the background without getting distracted.
It’s a little louder on the high setting, but this is not a fan that you would place directly over you; it’s best placed in the corner to blow air all around the room.
It doesn’t need an oscillating feature like a regular pedestal fan as its design creates a “vortex” to circulate air around the whole room.
This is a good choice for those considering a ceiling fan who may want something more portable.
The price is on the high side, but this is a very capable fan with a lot of power that will cool a large room very effectively.
What We Like:
- Quiet
- Powerful
- Circulates a large amount of air
What We Don’t Like:
- Expensive
3. Goldair Whisper Quiet Pedestal Fan- Best Budget Option
This is a popular and reliable pedestal fan from Goldair. It has 4 speed settings and 3 “wind” modes, so you can customise air output to your liking.
It also features a tilt adjustable head, oscillating function, and a height adjustable design.
This is a great option for people who wish to use their fan while they sleep, as it has a “Whisper quiet mode” designed exactly for that purpose.
It also comes with a remote control so you can adjust the speed and setting without getting up.
What We Like:
- 4 speed settings
- “Whisper quiet mode” for sleeping
- Affordable
What We Don’t Like:
- Less powerful than some other options
4. Kambrook Arctic 40cm Pedestal Fan
This pedestal fan from Kambrook is solid and works great. It is an excellent budget fan without all the features of the more expensive ones.
It has three speed settings and adjustable tilt. That’s it; no bells and whistles.
It has a pretty good amount of power on all three settings and the base is quite sturdy. Operation is also reasonably quiet, much better than you might expect for the price.
The whole unit is lightweight and easy to carry if you need to move it around between rooms, and assembly is simple.
If you want something under $40, then this is the best fan you can buy.
What We Like:
- Inexpensive
- Good power
- Pretty quiet
What We Don’t Like:
- Not as powerful as the high-end fans
- Not many features
5. DeLonghi 360 Degree Pedestal Cooling Fan
The DeLonghi 360 degree pedestal fan is great for cooling a large room as it does exactly what the name says; it rotates 360 degrees to blow air in all directions. It can also point directly up at the ceiling, but I’m not sure how this is helpful.
It has six fan blades with a good amount of power, and operation is very quiet, so you can keep it in your bedroom or a workspace without being disturbed.
It also comes with a remote control, so you can operate it from a distance, and it has an 8-hour timer so you can leave it on while you sleep.
It is a little lacking in features, which is strange considering the high price tag, but overall, this is an excellent fan with the useful ability to blow in any direction.
What We Like:
- Looks great
- 360-degree coverage
- Powerful
- Quiet
What We Don’t Like:
- Lacking in features
- Expensive
Pedestal Fan Buyer’s Guide
Features
There are some features you should consider for a pedestal fan:
- A timer. This is very useful if you want to leave the fan on while you sleep. Some fans have a timer to activate as well if you want the fan to run at certain times.
- Remote control. Depending on where you position your fan, a remote control can be very helpful to adjust speed settings and to turn it on and off.
- Height adjustment. All pedestal fans should have this, but some can extend higher than others.
Power
A fan should have a good amount of power as it cools by pushing air around. If the power level is too low, you will end up with warm air blowing around without cooling you down.
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Noise
A good fan will be relatively quiet. This is something to look at if you like to keep a fan in your bedroom when you sleep. The sound of a fan may also drown out a TV in the lounge room. Remember, quieter is always better.
Pedestal Fan FAQs
Pedestal fans, sometimes known as stand fans, tend to be more powerful than tower fans. They are also easier to transport and give more control over airflow.
Tower fans are easier to place in a fixed position, but they are more or less meant to be a permanent feature. They tend to be more stylish in design and often have more features than pedestal fans.
The choice as to which one you should get is ultimately down to how often you will use it. A pedestal fan can be brought out in summer and packed away when it’s not required. A tower fan will look better in an office and maintains a fixed direction of airflow.
Pedestal fans are generally considered fairly cheap to run, especially when compared to other alternatives such as portable air conditioners. According to Canstar, a residential pedestal fan will cost 1 to 2 cents per hour to run ($14.60 to $29.20 per year assuming usage of 4 hours per day).
