In the event of a heatwave, two options: track down the cool places and survey the frozen shelves, or camp in front of the fan. Here, we bet on the fan: here are 3 models tested and validated, and how to use them safely!
The weather forecast announces new peaks of heatwave, the fan prevails! Design but inefficient, or basic but super powerful? Our Les Numériques office staff tested several models in their lab …
And this summer, they chose to put 3 fans to the test. There is something for all budgets, all tastes. For this comparison, the central criterion was the noise ratio and the real feeling of refreshment.
Here are the 3 fans guaranteed 100% freshness and performance:
Dyson Tour Cool fan: the top of the range design
Ultra design, this fan is Dyson remains a must for those looking for a trendy model. Elegant, it goes in all the rooms.
Characteristics :
– Air flow: maximum 1800m3 / minute
– Speeds: 10
– Tower without blades
– Power: 56 watts
– Minimum sound volume: 64dB
– Easy to use: on / off button
– Programming: 9h timer with automatic shutdown
– Remote control included
– Total weight: 2.8 kg
– Dimensions: 19 x 100 x 11 cm
Our opinion ? We knew the bagless vacuum cleaners of Dyson, it is the turn of the ventilators without grille, for more safety and easy to clean. In short, it is the modern and aesthetic alternative to classic fans. The air is sucked in through the back of the ring, then projected continuously, without the rhythm of pale. Big and mighty!
Digital opinion: A fairly expensive high-end fan, which propels the air continuously and for a long time in large spaces. Air ventilation is better than most fans, it is safe for children, and very sturdy. A solid and elegant model that will last over time without worries, but which turned out to be a little noisy!
Rowenta Turbo Silence fan: powerful and efficient
This Rowenta Turbo Silence fan promises instant freshness. Thanks to Silent Night technology, discreet ventilation is obtained, even at maximum speed. A small format model to be placed on a table, desk or chest of drawers.
Characteristics :
– Air flow: 55m3 / minute to 80m3 / minute max
– Speed: 4
– 5-blade propeller: diameter 40 cm
– Automatic oscillation
– Convenient carrying handle
– Power: 40 watts
– Minimum sound volume: 42dB
– Easy to use: on / off button
– Format: on table, to stand
– Total weight: 2.9 kg
– Dimensions: 54 x 35 x 28 cm
Our opinion ? A classic but effective model … for small spaces! Since it is very quiet, it will remain discreet, even for use in the bedroom or in an office.
Digital opinion: A small format model perfect for the office or a small room because it is ultra efficient up to three meters away, and even more than the Dyson! Its advantage? Silence: it makes little noise and remains very discreet.
Rowenta Anti-mosquito fan: efficient and versatile
In the "free-standing" version, this Rowenta model with a power of 60 Watts turns out to be a very good compromise for medium-sized homes. The maintenance of the blades is simplified by the removable grille in a gesture.
The plus: the combination of ventilation and an anti-mosquito liquid, to be refilled with any anti-pest bottle on the market!
Characteristics :
– Air flow: maximum 55m3 / minute
– Speeds: 3
– 5-blade propeller
– Power: 60 watts
– Silence option "night": 45dB minimum
– Diameter: 40 cm
– Anti-mosquito action: to be recharged directly on the fan
– Easy to use: on / off button
– Height of the adjustable foot: maximum height 145 cm
– Total weight: 6 kg
– Dimensions: 47 x 145 x 54 cm
Our opinion ? A model to use on a desk like the living room, or even better, at night in the bedroom to avoid mosquito bites while staying cool. Practical and efficient, at a very reasonable price!
Digital opinion: This Rowenta model on feet displays at least 45dB, which is not "nothing", but much quieter than other models on the market! A great compromise in terms of report performance / sound volume, with better air projection in the rooms.
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Our advice: fan + covid and the criteria for choosing
To endure the stifling heat, the immediate reflexes are the fans and air conditioning. In view of the Covid-19 epidemic, some precautions must be taken to limit the spread.
> The use of a fan is possible in private places (between family members, at home, in individual offices, etc.)
> If using a blower with blades: make sure to disinfect the blades regularly using a suitable anti-microbe product (spray + microfiber cloth)
> The use of the ventilator in a public place is strongly discouraged (schools, offices, hospitals). Indeed, even if social distancing is respected, the movements of air can move the particles of the virus.
> With or without a fan, remember to ventilate the accommodation at least twice a day, for 10 to 15 minutes (ideally at dawn and after 10 p.m.)
When buying a fan, several criteria must be checked. Here are the advice of digital experts:
>Cut : depending on the space available and the area of the room to be cooled, the model may be more or less imposing. Prefer small models to pose for an office, and a larger model or adjustable in height for the main rooms.
> Power : to ensure sufficient efficiency, bet on a minimum of 40 watts, especially in summer heat!
> Format :
– On stand: a fan will be more efficient in terms of air distribution in the room, but a little cumbersome.
– To put: it will be perfect if you need it at the office or while you cook.
– Column and without blades: these latest generation fans will be suitable for large areas. They are easier to clean and above all safe for children.
> Sound volume: On average, the noise of a fan is around 50dB. Some brands like Rowenta have developed quieter products down to 42dB. As a benchmark, the WHO considers that a volume greater than 50-55 dB during the day can cause hearing discomfort in the long term.
> Air flow: expressed in cubic meters per minute, it is the quantity of air diffused in the spaces. The number of speeds is not necessarily related to performance. This is the information that makes it possible to account for the cooling potential of the fan!
> Fan diameter: in the case of a model with blades, the longer they are, the more powerful the air sensation will be.
> Security: the gap between the bars of the grid must be as close as possible. Beware of low-end models at low cost, which can be more dangerous.
> Quality: the quality of a fan can already be estimated by the price, power and weight of the device. Too light, a fan may lack stability and not be solid.
> Fan on base or table: convenient to transport and store, they are generally less expensive than floor standing models. They can be quite powerful, and are suitable for rooms of about 20m2 or for an office. .
> Floor fan: because of its height position and in case of oscillation, it is a model suitable for larger rooms or with high ceilings. The air will be diffused in an ample and regular way. The most modern are equipped with a remote control.
> Column or tower fan : this fan model is suitable for all surfaces. From the height, the air flow sweeps the room to refresh intensely. The column fan is also more stylish than the blade fans. They are sometimes equipped with an LCD screen and other comfort functions (ex: remote control, timer, automatic shutdown, eco mode, night mode, etc.)