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Best bladeless fans that aren't Dyson (and one that is)

Kid safe and super cool.
By Kaitlyn McInnis  on 
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Our Top 5 Picks

Dyson Air Multiplier AM06 Table Fan (opens in a new tab)

Top Pick

Looking for an efficient table fan to ensure uninterrupted air flow? This bladeless fan is super powerful and, because of its sleek design, it looks great in your bedroom, office, living room, etc.

The Good

  • Very powerful and efficient
  • Easy to replace filters as needed
  • Sleek design looks great in any space

The Bad

  • Definitely more expensive than most fans on the list

The Bottom Line

Although the Dyson table fan is on the pricey side, its many features and intuitive design definitely make up for it. We highly recommend.
Pros & Cons

CONBOLA Desk Fan (opens in a new tab)

Best Value

The CONBOLA desk fan checks all the boxes when it comes to choosing a bladeless fan. Long battery life? Check. Lightweight design? Check. Great quality and price? Check and check.

The Good

  • Great price for the quality
  • Very compact and lightweight
  • Features a very long battery life

The Bad

  • This fan doesn’t rotate

The Bottom Line

Although the fan doesn't rotate, the unbeatable price point really puts it into perspective.
Pros & Cons

Lasko AC600 Air Logic Bladeless Tower (opens in a new tab)

Best For City Dwellers

Worried about allergies or pollution? Lasko bladeless tower fan not only circulates air but purifies it while it works.

The Good

  • Washable filter
  • Four speed settings
  • Very lightweight and compact

The Bad

  • Some reviewers noted that this can be quite loud

The Bottom Line

If you're looking to breathe easier a little easier in the city, try this lightweight tower fan that also works as an air purifier.
Pros & Cons

Air Choice Bladeless Tower Fan (opens in a new tab)

Best For Apartments

This oscillating tower fan is perfect for small spaces like apartments.

The Good

  • Very lightweight and easily portable
  • Remote included
  • Features a 7.5 hour timer

The Bad

  • The blue LED lights are very bright

The Bottom Line

The Air Choice bladeless tower fan won't take up any space in your apartment.
Pros & Cons

LivePure LP1500FAN Oscillating Bladeless Vortex Whole Room Fan (opens in a new tab)

Best For Tabletops

If you're low on space, the LivePure bladeless fan is a perfect choice with its portable, modern design.

The Good

  • Features four LED light colors for nightlight
  • Sleek, modern design
  • Small and easy to carry

The Bad

  • Some reviewers mentioned that it can be quite noisy

The Bottom Line

The LivePure oscillating fan is easy to carry and super sleek looking. But, if you don't like that it has LED lights that work as night lights or that it can be noisy, look elsewhere.
Pros & Cons

It might never have occurred to you to go bladeless when looking for a new fan, but there are plenty of reasons to do so. Not only are they more aesthetically pleasing than traditional fans but they’re also much safer for kids and pets, easier to clean, and more energy efficient on top of it.

What to consider before buying a bladeless fan

Most bladeless fans are inherently more energy efficient and aesthetically pleasing than the traditional counterpart, but you’ll still want to take the time to read the specs and decide what you’re willing to splurge on. Do you want a fan that will purify your air and act as a cooling system? It might be worth investing in the classic Dyson. That said, if you’re looking for something to simply circulate the air then a cheaper option like the CONBOLA Desk Fan will do just fine.

You might assume that bladeless fans come at a much more premium price than their standard counterpart, but you’d be surprised to know that bladeless fans have become much more affordable than more premium brands like Dyson would have you believe. Below, we’ve searched the Internet to round up some of the top-rated bladeless fans for every budget and lifestyle need.

Top Pick
Credit: Dyson
Specs
  • Size: 10 inches
  • Remote: Yes, 10 airflow settings
  • Intervals: Yes, 15 minutes to 9 hours

The Dyson fan might be expensive but these fans use a patented Air Multiplier technology for bladeless, powerful, uninterrupted airflow. The fan is tilt-able, easy to clean, quiet, and safe around children. This is a top-of-the-line product when it comes to bladeless fans. It’s reliable, and the sleek look can’t be beat.

Best Value
Credit: CONBOLA
Specs
  • Size: 11.8 inches
  • Remote: Yes (three wind speeds)
  • Intervals: Works for 4-10 hours

This fan was designed with energy efficiency in mind and is actually powered by a USB outlet. Even so, it provides twice the circulation speed and coverage as most traditional fans. It’s super compact and won’t take up any space in your bedroom or office, but still provides enough air to feel cooling and comfortable.

Best For City Dwellers
Credit: Lasko
Specs
  • Size: 36.1 inches
  • Remote: Yes, comes with four speeds
  • Intervals: Yes, 1-8 hours in one hour increments

If you’re looking to not only circulate air, but to purify while doing so, this is the fan for you. The fan works with ion technology to clean the air and to promote a healthier environment, which is especially appealing if you live in a city.

Best For Apartments
Credit: Air Choice
Specs
  • Size: 43 inches
  • Remote: Yes, three modes and three speeds
  • Intervals: Yes, seven and a half hours

Working with a small apartment or office space? This slender tower fan won’t take up any precious table space, and very little floor space. It features three speeds, optional oscillation, and a “natural wind” mode for ultra quiet cooling.

Best For Tabletops
Credit: LivePure
Specs
  • Size: 22.44 inches
  • Remote: Yes, three fan speeds
  • Increments: Yes, up to eight hours

Weighing in at less than 10 pounds, this fan is easily portable, and can sit easily as a table fan or can work from the floor. It might be on the small side but it lacks nothing in its ability to move air. With three speeds and 45 degrees of oscillation, the device will quickly cool an entire room.

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