Fans That Blow Cold Air Like An AC (but are not AC’s)

If using an air conditioner is not an option, going for fans that blow cold air is the way to go.

These can generally be inexpensive compared to air conditioners and are more energy efficient.

But not all fans can create cold air, and that is why we came up with this article to help you pick only the best fan that can truly satisfy your needs.

While not all fans can create cold air, nearly all of them can blow cold air if the surrounding air is also cold. That said, no ordinary fans can create cold air like air conditioners. There are only fans with additional features that can make them create and blow cold air like conditioners.

These are the best fans that can blow cold air

1.  Luma Comfort MF24B 24″ Oscillating Misting Fan
2. New Air Pedestrian Misting fan
3. Newair Evaporative Air Cooler and Portable Cooling Fan (Best portable)
4. Geek Aire misting Fan (Best portable)
5. OEMTOOLS 23980 24″ Oscillating Wall-Mount Misting Fan (Best wall mountable)
6. Hessaire MC37M Evaporative Cooler
7. hOmeLabs Evaporative Cooler
8. Honeywell Powerful Outdoor Portable Evaporative Cooler with Fan
9. Dyson Cool AM07 Air Multiplier Tower Fan (Does not create cold air)
10. Lasko Products Portable Electric 42″ Oscillating Tower Fan (does not create cold air)

 

What type of fans can blow cold air in hot weather?

Let’s now look at the type of fans with features that make them capable of blowing cold air. These types of fans are

1.       Misting fans

2.       Evaporative coolers

In short, there are two types of fans that can ‘blow cold’ although we have added 2 more other fans that blow air well and can make you feel cooler.

10 Best Fans That Blow Cold Air and lower surrounding temperatures

The first eight fans below on our list can create and blow cold air, but we have added 2 more good fans to make a list of 10. The 9^th and 10^th fans on our list can still keep you cool without lowering the surrounding temperatures.  Let’s look at these fans in a little detail.

1)      Luma Comfort MF24B 24″ Oscillating Misting Fan

The Lumia comfort is the ideal solution if you are looking for something that you can use both indoors and outdoor.  This model can cool rooms or spaces up to 800 square feet and can lower surrounding temperatures between 30-45 degrees. While this is not the quietest fan on the market, the noise from its operation should not be a distraction to your normal conversation.

This model is ideal for your office, home, patio, or poolside; it’s also equipped with a 1.7 lire water tank that can hold water for up to 5 hours.

Pros          

• Easy to install, the unit comes with clear instructions on how to install
• Energy efficient compared to a traditional air conditioner

Cons

•  Non-weatherproof, during storms, you need to put it indoors
• It doesn’t come with a remote control

2)      Newair 2800 CFM Pedestrian Misting fan

Second on our list of the best fans that blow cold air is the New Air 2800CM misting fan. It’s a powerful fan that has a provision for connecting the water supply to a regular hose. It is made of quality material and can lower surrounding temperatures by 10 degrees.  With its 2800 CFM, it can cool up to 600 square feet of patio, deck, or outdoor kitchen space. If you are looking for a fan that can cool the surrounding, this is the ideal one.

Pros

• Environment-friendly does not use chemicals like freon to cool your air
• It’s made with durable materials, including metallic blades
• Manufactured by NEWAIR, one the most trusted brands

Cons

• It is pricey
• It doesn’t come with a water tank
•  Only Suitable for use outdoor

3)      Newair Evaporative Air Cooler and Portable Cooling Fan (Best portable)

This model is a great fit especially if you are looking for a fan that can circulate the cold air in your while at the same time saving you on energy Bills. It comes with a ‘portable’ design to be easily maneuvered from one place to another.

It also features a contemporary design that can blend seamlessly with any décor.

The unit is suitable for use indoors and can provide a maximum of 470 CFM.

Pros:

• It is lightweight and portable
• Eco friendly technology, it doesn’t use chemicals for cooling
•  Comes with a remote

Cons

• Ideal for use only in dry regions
• Suitable only for relatively smaller spaces

4)      Geek Aire – (Best Portable Misting Fan with A Reservoir)

This is another powerful portable and rechargeable fan from Geek Aire which provides a maximum of 1500CFM airflow.  If you are looking for a fan that can easily be moved from one place to another this is the right fan for you.

It is rechargeable and works with batteries meaning that it’s also ideal for camping, where there is usually no power supply from the main grid. The batteries are detachable, allowing you to charge and carry extra batteries for prolonged use.

Pros

•  Come with a detachable water tank
• Batteries can last up to 24 hours depending on the operating mode
•  Easy to assemble

Cons

• Pricey

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5)      OEMTOOLS 23980 24″ Oscillating Wall-Mount Misting Fan (Best wall mountable)

Now, this is the perfect fit when you are talking of real power. It will provide a steady stream of air up to 7200 CFM.

If you are particular about creating space, you will find this model convenient for you. This is because it can easily be mounted on any standing wall, so it doesn’t really take up much space, making it ideal for small homes or apartments.

And if you want more freedom of movement, it’s equipped with an oscillating feature so that it can be adjusted vertically or horizontally to cover you regardless of your direction.

This fan will blow real cold air and will lower temperatures in a 1000 square feet space by 30 degrees. Lowering the surrounding temperatures by 30 degrees makes it work like air conditioners, which typically lower temperatures by 20 degrees.

Pros

•  High cooling power
• Comes with a 180 degrees conciliating feature

Cons

• Unit does not have a water tank
• It’s ideal for use outdoor

6)     Hessaire MC37M Evaporative Cooler

This is a great choice if you do not want to go with the misting fans. And this is also ideal when you live in dry regions with low humidity.

 This type of fan doesn’t use chemicals for cooling but blows cold air into your space with the help of a wet filter. It draws hot air and passes it through a wet filter pad where evaporation takes place and blows the cold air into the surrounding air.

It can cool large spaces, providing up to 3, 100 Cubic Feet per Minute (CFM)

Pros

• Features oscillating louvers to ensure even distribution of the cool air

Cons

• Doesn’t come with a remote control
• Ideal for outdoor only

7)      hOmeLabs Evaporative Cooler

Are you looking for an evaporator for indoor use? If so, then the hOmelables evaporator cooler is the best option. And, if you are particular about saving energy while cooling your space, you will love this evaporator fan. In addition, it comes with a built-in 10 liter water tank so you are sure to run this fan for long hours without having to refill it often.

It will cool rooms up to 200 square feet meters. Unlike any other ordinary fans, this model is equipped with a nylong air filter that ensures that the cold air that is blown into your living space is always clean and free of pet hair and dust

Pros

• Comes with a remote control
•  Uses water to blow cold air (doesn’t come with all those heavy stuff-like compressors)
• Comes with a 24-hour programmable timer

Cons

•   Need regular cleaning of the nylong (at least once a week) but this can easily be done by just sliding out the filter and washing it with mild detergent.
• Mostly ideal for use in regions with low humidity like Arizona Colorado, New Mexico or the western part of the country.

8)      Honeywell Powerful Outdoor Portable Evaporative Cooler with Fan

This is another evaporator fan that blows real cold air. This evaporator cooler fan features 14-inch blades and is ideal for cooling open areas such as patios and BBQ areas etc. It can provide up to 1062 Cubic Feet Per Minute of air.

 It is also waterproof, so you don’t need to move it in when a storm hits outside. And it’s relatively quieter, with sound levels up to 62 decibels on the highest speed setting.

Pros

• Has a Portable design
• Features roller wheels

Cons

• Ideal for use in dry regions (Ideally in regions that have less than 60% humidity)
• Doesn’t come with a remote control

9)     Dyson Cool AM07 Air Multiplier Tower Fan (doesn’t create cold air but a great fan)

We have added this unit because of its latest air multiplier technology which enables it to create uninterrupted air flow. This is a very powerful fan and is among the newest fan models on the market, but please note that this fan doesn’t create cold air as the other fans we have looked at in this article. This is the best choice if you just want a very good fan with the latest tech specification.

However, you can set the temperature on heat mode but cannot set the temperature in cool mode.

It is a very quiet fan, and because it doesn’t come with blades, it’s safe for both kids and pets.

Pros

• Comes with a remote control
• Features 10 airflow settings
• Comes with a remote

Cons

• Doesn’t blow cold air like the evaporator or misting fans

10)  Lasko Products Portable Electric 42″ Oscillating Tower Fan

If your ac does a really powerful job at circulating air, this Lasko oscillating fan is your solution. The unit can create an excellent airflow. It has 3-speed settings and is very quiet such that even on the highest setting, you shall still be able to hear from the TV.

Pros

• Comes with a remote
• Low cost

Cons

• Does not create cold air

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How Do Fans Make Us Feel Cool?

Traditional fans do not necessarily cool the air. The truth is fans can blow cold air when there is cold air around and will blow warm air when the surrounding air is warm air.

What makes us feel cool when a fan blow is an evaporative effect from the sweat on our skin. Even if you don’t see the sweat on your skin with your naked eyes, there can be small droplets of sweat under your skin.

Different types of fans can cool differently by convection conduction and evaporation.

By convection. This is when heat is taken away from a surface by the current of the air. So, when you stand by the moving air as long as it’s below 98 degrees, it will take away the heat. Nearly all fans cool by convection.

By conduction: conduction is when you come into contact with a conducting medium such as water. In a misting fan, tiny drops of water are cooler than your body temperature, and they will conduct their coolness to the area of the skin they touch. These tiny droplets of water are usually cool even on the hottest day because they tend to evaporate when they move through the air and cool before they touch your body, making you feel cooler.

By Evaporation. The swamp coolers cool the rooms by adding moisture to the air. They are energy efficient, and they don’t add any chemicals to the air. They are a viable option for dry climate areas.