A new heatwave is expected to spread across the UK by the weekend, with temperatures forecast to climb to around 30°C in some areas. As the warm spell draws closer, many of us will be preparing for hot, sticky nights where sleeping comfortably can become quite a challenge.
How Tower Fans Help Keep Cool
One of the easiest ways to keep cool is the use of a rotating tower fan, which circulates air around a room to create a cooling breeze across the skin, making temperatures feel noticeably more bearable even when the actual room temperature remains unchanged. This airflow can be particularly helpful at night, when still air often leads to restless sleep.
VonHaus Electric Tower Fan: Features and Price
To help stay comfortable as the mercury rises, Amazon shoppers have heaped praise on the VonHaus Electric Tower Fan. Available in a choice of black or white, the free-standing fan is now £36.99. The fan includes a 2-hour timer function, allowing users to set it before bed and let it automatically switch off overnight. This 'set and forget' approach is designed to help cool a bedroom or home office without unnecessary energy use, offering a more efficient way to stay comfortable during warm spells.
It also offers three adjustable speed settings - low, medium and high - so users can switch between a gentle airflow for sleeping and a stronger blast of air during peak daytime heat. The oscillating design helps distribute air more evenly across a room rather than blowing it all in one direction.
Additional Features
For added versatility, the unit includes a handy aroma tray at the base, letting users infuse the airflow with their favourite fragrances for a fresher, more uplifting indoor feel. It’s often paired with essential oils or scent pads to create a light, refreshing breeze that makes hot spells feel a little more enjoyable.
Designed with compact dimensions of around 80cm in height and a slim footprint, the fan slots easily into bedrooms, home offices or smaller living spaces without taking up valuable space. It also carries RoHS, REACH and CE safety certifications, giving extra reassurance that it meets recognised UK and EU safety standards.
Customer Reviews
Shoppers who have already snapped up the VonHaus Electric Tower Fan from Amazon have given it a 4.3 out of five-star rating. One buyer said: 'Great tower fan! It has 3 modes - comfort, natural and night and 3 fan speeds. The best thing is that it has a remote control, so I can turn it on and off without having to get out of bed. I just bought another one for the living room, so I'm ready for the next heat wave!'
Another added, 'This fan is not only elegant, but it also works brilliantly with virtually no noise. There is a nighttime mode which is silent - ideal for sleeping. We love it!'
A third described as being 'better than our old air conditioner', adding: 'This is slim and quiet and really cools you quickly. Can’t believe it has no water cooling system, as it is so much better than a fan. Really recommend. Great value.'
Some buyers were less impressed, however, with one noting: 'A very average fan. Not particularly powerful, but just about does the job. You have to have it on the top setting to notice it at all.' Conversely, another five-star review explained: 'This fan is a lifesaver - easy to use, reliable, the power is great, has 3 speed settings, good value for money, and it has a timer so it can turn off without you needing to do it.'
Alternative Options
Elsewhere at Argos, the Bush White Tower Fan has a similar design with a smaller footprint. At £35, the simple design offers multiple speeds and oscillation. It also comes with a timer that can be set to switch off, making it ideal for bedrooms and smaller living spaces. Another option could be the Status 50W Bladeless Freestanding Fan available for £50 at Dunelm. With a high-tech design, this model offers three speed settings, three operating modes and seven colour-changing light modes.
