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A Brit who begged for advice on staying cool in the heat was given an answer that might just change how you look at fans forever.
Yet another UK heatwave has been forecast in the coming days, with some areas of Britain facing sweltering 37-degree temperatures.
And ahead of the UK’s most recent hot weather blast, one Redditor took to the site’s r/UKFrugal thread to ask how they could keep the temperature down without incurring sky-high energy bills.
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“[I am in a] top floor flat currently with windows and curtains shut to block out the blazing sun & coming to terms with yet another heatwave,” they wrote.
“Can't afford air-con or fans constantly running. Frugal tips appreciated for keeping the house cool.”
Despite their fears about running costs, fellow users surprised them by explaining that the gadgets are actually pretty cheap to run.
One Redditor explained: “Fans don’t use much electricity at all”. They were backed up by another user who typed: “Most fans use less than 40w of power, even on the most expensive of tariffs you're going to barely notice it on your bill.”
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“Fans don't use much electricity definitely less than an A/C. I have had a fan on all day running and it’s cost me less than 5p, well worth it to be cooler,” replied another.
How much do fans cost to run?
You might be surprised to learn that fans don’t usually cost a bomb to run.
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According to energy experts at Heat Pumps, a typical 73W box fan consumes around 0.073 kWh of electricity per hour.
If you leave it running overnight for about nine hours, that adds up to roughly 0.65 kWh per night.
Over the course of a week, this totals approximately 4.6 kWh, which, at a rate of 24.50p per kWh, would cost around £1.12 per week; not too bad at all.
Of course, different types of fans will use different amounts of energy. For example, table fans typically consume more power, averaging around 0.1 kWh per hour.
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If you run one overnight every night for a week, the cost would come to around £1.54.
Best fans for keeping cool in the UK heatwave
High pressure over the Continent is set to bring extreme heat to both England and Wales in August, with temperature forecasts to reach up to 37 degrees in some counties.
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Get ahead of the game and keep yourself cool in the fourth UK heatwave by opting for one of the best fans on the market.
They include a state-of-the-art tower fan, a compact desk fan desk fan and a portable misting hero.
We’ve included everything you need to know below, as well as how much they’ll set you back.
ProBreeze tower fan and air purifier
This Wi-Fi-enabled bladeless fan from ProBreeze keeps you reliably cool and comfortable during hot weather, providing wide-room coverage. The cooling powerhouse even doubles up as an air purifier, with its HEPA13 filter keeping your home smelling fresh while removing pet dander - making it essential equipment for those with allergies or busy houses. Boasting 10 speeds and a handful of modes, including ‘night’ (extra quiet for a good night's sleep) and ‘natural’, the ProBreeze fan can be set from anywhere using your phone so you don't need to get out of bed to change the setting - ideal. The appliance is currently available with app access for a discounted price of £159.99.
£189.99
£159.99
LEVOIT tower fan
Introducing a game-changing gadget designed to adjust airflow based on your stage of sleep. Whether you’re deep in REM or are just about to end your cycle, this ultra-quiet fan features a one-to-12 hour timer, an Auto Display Off option, and noise levels as low as 28 dB so you can rest undisturbed. Toggle through four modes and five speeds, and also opt for wider room coverage by using the tower’s 90-degree oscillation feature. Stuffiness is bound to become a thing of the past. The wipeable fan can even be operated using a remote control, so you don’t have to move an inch this summer to experience the benefits. Nab yours for £255.98 now via OnBuy.com
£255.98
Shark portable misting fan
Whether you’ve got garden BBQs or desk days on the cards this summer, this FlexBreeze HydroGo fan from Shark is sure to help you find relief from the heat. The three-blade Turbo fan can run cordless for up to 12 hours, features five customisable speeds and comes in a classic Glacier Blue and Cool Grey colourway. Easily transportable, the Misting Turbo fan also has an integrated water tank means you can experience a cooling spritz without having to faff around with hose pipes. Nab a bit of hot weather respite with the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo fan, available from Currys for £129.99.
£129.99
Dyson CF1 smart cooling desk fan
Work smarter from home, not harder, with this cooling gadget. Designed for use long into the night, this minimalist, circular fan uses Air Multiplier technology to draw the heat in and expel cold blasts at a strong yet steady pace. Available for £249.99 at Currys, the remote-controlled gadget features an eight-hour timer, one-touch oscillation and ten speed settings. One expert site voted it ‘best desk fan’ earlier this year, describing it as one of the ‘strongest fans… in terms of airflow’. We suggest snapping yours up now before the impending UK heatwave.
£249.99
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Ella Scott