The 15 Best Fans to Buy Before It Gets Hot Again (2026)
WIRED editors have compiled the best fans for 2026, featuring smart models with radar tracking, misting technology, and quiet operation. Top picks include the Dreo TurboPoly 707S, Vornado Vora 8, and Levoit Windi Pro Mini.
If you think you don't need a new fan, think again. Even if your old pedestal fan still works, modern fans are smarter, quieter, and far more versatile. The Dreo TurboPoly 707S uses radar to track people in a room and redirect airflow, while the 508S offers mood lighting in over 1,000 colors. There are bladeless fans, fitness fans, and misting fans that cool your skin with a cryo-inspired metal plate.
Updated in June 2026, WIRED's guide adds new models from Dreo and Coway, as well as a new handheld fan from Aecooly. Here are the standout picks:
Vornado Vora 8 – An upgraded version of the Vornado 660, this air circulator features a remote, 10 speeds, vertical and horizontal oscillation, and an aromatherapy pad. It is stronger (max wind speed 1,100 ft/min) and quieter than its predecessor.
Dreo TurboPoly 508S – Dreo's quietest pedestal fan, with nine speeds, smart app control (Google Assistant, Alexa), and an RGB ring light with 1,000 colors. It is lighter and smaller than the previous PolyFan.
Dreo Nomad One (307) Tower Fan – A slim tower fan that offers great value with four speeds, a remote, and an easily removable grille for cleaning. It has a slight performance edge over the pricier Dreo 519.
Lasko 20-inch Classic Box Fan – A budget-friendly, no-frills fan ideal for windows. It is less than 5 inches thick and now available in fun colors. Slight wobble at higher speeds does not affect function.
Dreo MC706 2-in-1 Tower Heater Fan – The second strongest fan tested, thanks to auto-shift PTC technology that allows full fan airflow. It has 12 speeds, 120-degree oscillation, and flame-resistant construction.
Dreo MC710S Air Purifier Tower Fan – Combines a 12-speed fan with HEPA filtration. It can be controlled via remote, app, or voice assistants. The filter replacements are reasonably priced at $40.
Levoit Windi Pro Mini Portable Tower Fan – A compact 15-inch tower fan with a handle, USB-C power, and a remote. It has five speeds, oscillation, and a timer, though battery life is limited.
Dreo TurboCool Misting Fan 765S – A misting tower fan that uses 17-micron mist particles to cool without wetting surfaces. It holds 6 liters of water, lasts a full day, and feels like air conditioning.
These fans represent the best of 2026, from classic box fans to high-tech smart devices.
