Good Housekeeping participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. Barclays will shut at least another 77 bank branches throughout 2024 and 2025 after announcing 20 more closures. One nice feature is the soft-glow LED light in seven colours, similar to a nightlight – another indication that it’s destined for kids’ bedrooms. Lastly, a panel of testers sit in a room kept at 30 degrees with each fan for half an hour and assess how comfortable it makes them (yes, really). Fast Chill Max actively chills the air as it passes through a natural water curtain to keep you nice and cool.

The SmartAir Cool + Purify Bladeless Fan with mSmartHome is the truly smart solution for home cooling and purifying. Hannah has also previously worked in a florist and can normally be found caring for her house plants or sewing something new for her home or wardrobe. But as it happens, the Symphony is powerful, too, with an airflow of 840 cubic metres per hour that allows it to cool rooms up to 12m 2. Its stance of putting consumers first is protected and enshrined in the legally-binding MSE Editorial Code. We don't as a general policy investigate the solvency of companies mentioned (how likely they are to go bust), but there is a risk any company can struggle and it's rarely made public until it's too late (see the Section 75 guide for protection tips).On the plus side, the DG1903 (there’s no brand name) does have a bigger water tank and the power cable is a tad longer. However, it’s considerably better-looking and uses the Tuya app, which you may already use for your lights or other smart devices (I do), so this feels more of a lifestyle purchase than a purely practical one.

One of our go-to brands for vacuums, it’s not surprising that Dyson impressed, earning another top spot here. It boasts a higher maximum wind power than our two winners but only offers three speeds, so you don’t have as much control. With a longer run time, a larger capacity, and a faster air flow, SmartAir Fast Chill Tower XL provides even more cooling power than the original SmartAir Fast Chill Tower. Testers found its selection of air speeds improved their comfort nicely and it was generally quiet too, although not on its highest setting. Its 90 degrees of oscillation should give you ample coverage and it’s easy to move around the house, thanks to a well-placed handle.We’ve used this as our guide to air cooler running costs, although they may be lower depending on your tariff. Like Princess’ traditional tower fan below, this connects to a user-friendly app and is compatible with voice control.