If your little one is struggling with the heat this summer, it's worth investing in one of the best fans for your baby's room. They will help to keep them cool as well as circulate the air, so their nursery won't get too hot or stuffy. There are many designs to choose from.
Ceiling fans are ideal for larger rooms and are obviously kept well away from children, so you won't have to worry about them trying to touch it. If you're after a more portable fan that's a little less permanent, a tower or standing fan should do the trick (just make sure they're kept out of reach).
Editor's choice:
•Best oscillating fan: Dyson Tower Fan - Buy now from Amazon
•Best for portability: SmartAir HUMI Hot & Cool Mini Fan - Buy now from Amazon
•Best for power: Dreo Tower fan - Buy now from Amazon
•Best for larger rooms: Argos Home Modern Remote Control Ceiling Fan - Buy now from Argos
Fans can prevent heat stroke as they will keep the room cool, which will help to regulate their body temperature as they sleep, especially during the warmer months. If you're still unsure about which fan to choose, we've put together this extensive list, which contains plenty of safety information too. Check it out below.
The best fans for baby's room 2023
Best oscillating fan
Dyson is a powerhouse when it comes to household products, so you just know this fan will have the quality you'd expect. It is remote controllable and has ten settings to switch between, helping you to find the perfect one to suit your needs.
One reviewer said: "Really pleased with this product. We contemplated between getting one of these fans or an air conditioning unit. We decided to try this as it would take up a lot less space and we wouldn't need to be emptying water tanks like on an air con unit. So glad that we bought this, it is amazing. It brought the room temperature down considerably. We didn't even need to have it on the highest setting and after a while had to actually turn it down, it is that good. Very much needed in the hot weather we have recently had, highly recommended this fan. You get what you pay for and it lives up to the Dyson quality."
Pros
- Remote can be stored on the machine
- Easy to clean
Cons
- Some users say it's louder than expected
Best for portability
How clever is this mini fan? It not only cools the room but works as a humidifier too, plus you can even use it as a heater in the cooler months! Simply use the button at the top to switch between the modes you want to try - it's that easy.
"I love that its small and portable so I can bring it from house to partners house to caravan. Suffering from night sweats its great that I can set it on my bedroom cabinet and throughout the night just touch a button as I need. Look forward to using the heater and handwarmer."
Pros
- Convenient carry handle
- Includes a magnetised hand warmer
Cons
- Not suitable for essential oil usage
Best for power
Dreo's tower fan offers plenty of customisation thanks to the multitude of speed settings and different modes, including Normal, Natural, Sleep and Auto. Everything's controlled via the LED display, meaning you won't have to worry about losing a remote control.
One reviewer said: "Love this fan! We live in a 3 storey house with the bedrooms on the top floor. It's gets very hot in there during the summer months, well over 30c and recently had a quote for air conditioning. It's too expensive to do now so thought we'd try the Dreo as the reviews sounded positive. Well, I'm blown away pardon the pun. It's so quiet and no need to go above the first setting as it's so powerful. Absolute must buy!"
Pros
- Clear LED display
Cons
- Not the quietest when at full power
Best for a budget
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If you're after an affordable fan this STATUS option is an excellent choice to go for, particularly if your baby is not yet crawling. It's long and slim so it should fit nicely into a small room; to keep it sturdy, just make sure it's on a flat surface.
One reviewer said: "I think the power of the fan is great in my small lounge, more than adequate, plus it oscillates really well, reaching all of us."
Another reviewer said: "This was great in the really hot weather, kept me lovely and cool. I managed to sleep with the fan going all night so it's not too noisy. We'll worth the money and not too expensive. Would recommend."
Pros
- Affordable
- Has a 1 hour timer
Cons
- Could be stronger
Best for larger rooms
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With five large arms, this ceiling fan from Argos can easily cool down a very spacious room in a matter of minutes. It goes in place of your normal light fitting and it only uses about 73W, so it's quite cheap to run.
One reviewer said: "I purchased 2 of these fans about 4 weeks ago during the heat wave. I bought 1 for my bedroom and 1 for my sons bedroom. Our bedrooms get the sun on them all day and have been terrible to try and keep cool. I had an electrician in to fit them as the fans are quite heavy so wanted to make sure they were fitted properly. I can honestly say they are fantastic and have made such a difference to the temperatures in our bedrooms. The fans are easy to use especially with the remote controls and are so quiet when switched on. I would definitely recommend these ceiling fan lights much better than using portable fans; well worth the money. They appear to be using very little electricity which again is another plus."
Pros
- Very powerful
- Looks smart
Cons
- Quite heavy
Benefits of using a fan in your baby’s room
Temperate regulating: Fans are much better than air conditioning as they don't take the moisture out of the room and dry out your baby's skin or aggravate breathing difficulties like asthma. Instead, they circulate cool air, which helps to evaporate sweat from their body and keep them comfortable.
Sleep: A fan can work as brilliant white noise whilst keeping your little one cool. That way, they should be distracted and hopefully drift off into a nice slumber and wake feeling refreshed. They may also enjoy staring at it as it moves around, which is fine as long as it's kept out of reach.
SIDS prevention: Some studies show that the risk of SIDS can be lowered by up to 72 per cent when there's a fan in the baby's room as it helps them to breathe better. The oscillation will prevent humidity and stuffiness and also reduce the amount of carbon dioxide they may inhale.
Different types of fans
Ceiling fan - Attached to the ceiling, there's no way that your baby can reach these fans. Make sure you check the safety standards first and get an electrician to fit it if you're unsure how. We recommend them for larger rooms as they give more coverage.
Bladeless fan - Safe for wondering fingers, there are no sharp blades which could cause injuries. They are often lighter too and quite portable.
Tower fan - Ideal for smaller rooms, tower fans are often thin and tall (as the name suggests). There are plenty of cordless options on the market too, which are much safer for babies.
Window fan - Although these aren't the most stylish of options, a window fan is another good option if you're looking for one that can be placed high up and out of your little one's reach.
Handheld fan - Whilst they're not the most practical option and should not be given to babies or toddler to play with, a handheld fan is a great tool for quick relief from humidity, for parents and you can always hold it over your child when you're out and about.
Fan safety tips
•Use a fan guard to protect their fingers and keep the fan out of their reach
•Make sure any cords are kept out of reach and tucked away securely
•Check that the base isn't wobbling and place it on a flat, stable surface
•Clean the fan regularly to prevent dust from circulating
•Don't tie anything to the fan for the baby to play with as it could get caught or trap their fingers
•Carry out safety checks on any old/second-hand fans you have been given or purchased
What temperature should my baby’s room be?
A baby's room should be no more or less than 20 degrees to 22 degrees Celsius. It should not be too hot or too cold as their bodies are more sensitive to changes in temperature than adults are, as they are only small and still developing.
Arabella Horspool is a Commercial Content Writer for Mother&Baby at Bauer Media. She's a bookworm who enjoys cooking and spending time with her many pets.