If you’re looking for the benefits of a subtle hum to drown out the streets outside your window but don’t necessarily need the cooling capabilities, a sound machine emitting white noise can work wonders for sleeping quality. Cooling Mattresses Almost all fans will give you a choice of speeds, but it’s crucial that a bedroom fan has a low, relatively slow and quiet speed setting that delivers an effective level of cooling without blasting you or making too much noise. A dedicated “night” or “sleep” mode is a plus, but not a necessity; any quiet, low-power setting will do. If you’re constantly flipping your pillow or your partner runs hot, investing in a mattress with cooling abilities might be a great option. What makes it special is that a cooling mattress has copper inside, which works like a magnet with heat, pulling in warmth and away from you.

Adults aren’t the only people who benefit from using a sound machine when on the go — the right noise can help young children nod off in their car or stroller during an outing. Hatch’s RestGo is a lightweight device designed for these situations. Weighing a mere 4.5 ounces and equipped with a handy strap, the machine features a library with 10 relaxing noises and sounds.

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While multiple sounds, features, and settings may appeal to some people, others may prefer a white noise machine that is easy-to-use and has a minimalist appearance. The Yogasleep Dohm Classic Natural Sound Machine is an affordable fan-generated white noise machine that fulfills these requirements, offering easy manual adjustment despite only having a single switch. It’s easy to use, has a timer and a great natural breeze setting, and is reasonably powerful by compact tower fan standards; we measured the maximum airflow at 2.2m/sec. It’s also light enough to lug around everywhere, which is handy in a heatwave. Throw in low energy consumption, even at higher speeds, and this is a convenient and compact bedroom fan that’s particularly easy to store away. Due to their smaller stature, desk-top fans are easily directed without the cumbersome size of a larger device. Whether you’re trying to chill an apartment with limited space, or provide a cool blast of airflow for larger homes, this fan should accomplish the task. While they’re nifty for sleeping or a workspace, they can double as kitchen fans or keep you from melting into your couch. Pedestal If the blades on a fan are dirty you’re going to be spreading all those dust particles throughout the air, defeating the purpose of ventilating your home. Clean your blades regularly while the fan is off and unplugged, and you should be good to go. Use the timer

Noise can be an important factor when it comes to fans and your environment. If you live near a busy street you may want a louder fan to cancel out cars or foot traffic, providing a nice hum of white noise to lull you into a soft slumber. White noise machines either play recorded sounds or mechanically generate white noise, usually with a fan. Choosing between these options is largely a matter of personal preference, though people interested in other sounds (such as waves or birdsong) will most likely prefer a machine with recorded sounds for a wider variety of options. Since Hatch’s launch in 2016, the company’s white noise and light machines have earned a dedicated following. The Restore 2 is the latest version of Hatch’s flagship sunrise alarm, and the device doubles as an audio machine for people who prefer drifting off or waking up to relaxing sounds. They oscillate 90 degrees, efficiently circulating air, and they can even come with built-in misters, or ionizers, which will filter your air. They sift out dust, pollen, and animal dander, making them a great choice for anyone who suffers from allergies Ceiling Tower fans are superb if you prefer a sleeker look that blends into its surroundings and offers a more aesthetic temperature solution for sleeping cool. More contemporary in design than traditional fans, they’re often only a few feet tall and relatively narrow. This allows them to fit nicely into a corner and occupy minimal space making them a popular choice for smaller bedrooms or apartments.Key specs – Dimensions: 115 x 37 x 35cm; Weight: 6.8kg; Oscillation angle: 120˚; Cord length: 1.75m; Warranty: 2 years; Power: 20W

Things get pretty heated in the WH Lab when we test tower fans. Our experts literally sit in a 30 degree room for half an hour and assess how comfortable the fan makes them.

Then its time to fit the fan to the base, this slots on easily as long as you make sure to align the larger of the two pins in the motor with the largest of the holes on the base plate. So should you buy the Duux Whisper Flex Ultimate Fan? Well, this fan is an investment, coming in at nearly twice the price of the second most expensive fan we've reviewed, the EcoAir Kinetic Fan, and over eight times more expensive than the much cheaper Honeywell Turbo Force Power Fan, so it really all depends on your budget and how much you value the Duux Whisper Flex Ultimate Fan's five main plus points.