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Dublin Live
2 days ago
- Dublin Live
'My new Whisper Fan has helped keep me cool through the heatwave'
As the mercury continues to soar in this heatwave, we're all on the hunt for ways to stay cool, particularly as summer approaches. Opening windows can help (if possible) provided there's a breeze, but arguably the most effective method to maintain a pleasantly cool room is with a fan. And I've managed to get hold of one that might just be the best fan I've ever used. The biggest issues with fans tend to be their noise level, which limits when and how much you can use them, and a lack of options regarding speed and airflow. My new Whisper Flex 2 fan from Duux addresses both these problems. Offering a whisper-quiet sound that makes it perfect for continuous use day and night, this smart fan also allows you to choose from a vast range of fan speeds and positions. Additionally, it comes with a remote control, app and voice control, meaning you can adjust your fan settings without even needing to be in the same room. Since it arrived, this remarkably quiet fan has been running nonstop. Given that the heatwave appears to be sticking around for a bit, this fan has been a godsend throughout the day and night. For those curious about setup, assembling this fan couldn't be simpler. The components are clearly labelled to assist during assembly, and the instructions provided are straightforward and easy to understand. I had mine assembled in less than ten minutes. (Image: Meghan Coon) The standout feature of this fan that quickly won me over is the incredibly low, almost imperceptible noise it produces while in operation. Naturally, the higher the speed setting, the more noise it generates, but it's so negligible that I've been able to sleep with it running on a high setting without realising it's still on. Without any annoying rattling or whirring sounds, this fan delivers the perfect airflow at an impressively quiet volume. When it comes to sleeping with this gem switched on, there's a specific sleep setting that's ideal for those (like myself) who prefer to sleep in complete darkness. The illuminated touchpad that allows you to control the fan from its base can be dimmed and turned off when the fan is in sleep mode, ensuring no additional light disturbs your sleep. Grab the Whisper Flex 2 from Amazon Grab the Whisper Flex 2 from Amazon Shoppers can snap up the Whisper Flex 2 from Amazon to help stay cool during the heat. €228 AMAZON GET DEAL Additionally, with the remote and the app, you can set a timer to ensure your fan doesn't run all night - perfect for those who enjoy falling asleep in a cool environment, but don't necessarily need the fan operating round the clock. As I've previously noted, this first-rate fan boasts WiFi connectivity and is compatible with Google Assistant and Alexa. This allows you to command the fan using your voice or utilise the convenient and straightforward Duux smart app, which enables you to modify the fan's speed, oscillation and set a timer. For those who prefer not to download the app or lack access to Google Home or Alexa, the fan comes equipped with a simple remote control and an intuitive touch panel for easy operation. (Image: Meghan Coon) My Whisper Flex 2 standing fan offers thirty speed settings, which have proven useful during this spring heatwave with fluctuating temperatures and varying breeziness. It also features a natural wind mode. The Whisper Flex 2 has several oscillation presets that allow you to direct airflow accurately around the room, ensuring you can find the perfect setting. Vertical oscillation can be set at 45° and 90°, while horizontal oscillation can alternate between 30°, 60° or 90°, allowing you to easily direct the breeze towards your bed, desk, sofa and so on. The benefits of this adaptable fan extend further, as it can easily be adjusted between a 54 cm desk/table fan and a 92cm floor-standing fan, making it versatile enough to move from your home office to your bedroom effortlessly. Weighing a mere 4.2 kg, it's incredibly lightweight and easy to manoeuvre, allowing you to shift the fan from one room to another without any hassle - plus, it comes with a convenient handle feature on the back of the fan for even easier portability. Currently, my new Whisper Flex 2 fan is available on Amazon for just over €200 here. If that is a little out of budget, there is this €40 fan availalable at Currys. Shoppers can also pick up the Whisper Quiet 2 fan from B&Q here. Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
Daily Mirror
18-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
'I've kept my Whisper Fan on all the time to keep me cool through the heatwave'
Shopping Writer Meghan has been fending off the high temperatures this heatwave with her new Whisper fan that she raves 'is so quiet I can have it on all day or night and barely notice it's there' As the temperatures continue to rise in this heatwave, we're all looking for ways to keep cool, especially as we head closer to the summer months. Opening windows works (if you can) so long as there's a breeze, but arguably the best way to keep your room refreshingly chilled is with a fan. And I've got my hands on one that may just be the best fan I've ever used. Perhaps the biggest problem with fans is the noise output, which restricts how much and when you can use it, and the lack of variety when it comes to speed and airflow. My new Whisper Flex 2 fan from Duux eliminates both of those issues. Promising a whisper-quiet sound that makes it an ideal choice for leaving on night and day, this smart fan also lets you pick from a huge number of fan speeds and positions. What's more, it comes with a remote control, app and voice control, which means you can switch up your fan settings without needing to even be in the room. I've kept this impressively quiet fan running since it arrived. Since the heatwave seems to be here to stay for a while, this fan has been a lifesaver throughout the day and night. For those wondering, the setup of this fan could not be easier. The parts are conveniently labelled to help during the construction, and the instructions provided are simple and easy to follow. I had mine put together in under ten minutes. With so many amazing features to discuss, the standout thing about this fan that won me over very quickly was the low, practically unnoticeable sound it emits while running. Obviously, the faster speed you set for the fan, the more sound is created, but it's so minuscule that I've managed to sleep with it running on a high setting without noticing it's still on. With no irritating rattling or whirring noises, this fan emits the perfect airflow at an impressively low volume. When it comes to sleeping with this beauty on, there's a designated sleep setting that is perfect for those (like me) who prefer to sleep in the dark. The light-up touchpad that lets you control the fan on its base can get dimmed and switched off when the fan is set to sleep mode, so there's no extra light keeping you awake. Plus, with the remote and the app, you can set up a timer that ensures your fan doesn't stay on all night long - ideal for those who like to go to sleep cool, but don't necessarily need the fan on 24/7. As I've mentioned already, this top-notch fan has WiFi connectivity and is compatible with Google Assistant and Alexa, so you can control the fan using your voice or take advantage of the handy and super easy to set up Duux smart app, that lets you adjust the fan's speed, oscillation and set that timer. For those who don't want to download the app or don't have access to Google Home or Alexa, the fan does come armed with a simple remote control, as well as the intuitive touch panel, which lets you control your fan just as easily. My Whisper Flex 2 standing fan has thirty speed settings to choose from, which has come in handy this spring heatwave when the temperatures have been in flux and some days have been breezier than others, and it also comes armed with a natural wind mode. The Whisper Flex 2 has multiple oscillation presets that let you target airflow precisely around the room, ensuring you can find the optimal setting. The vertical oscillation can be set at 45° and 90°, and horizontal oscillation can switch between 30°, 60° or 90°, so you can easily aim the breeze at your bed, desk, sofa, etc.. And the pros don't stop there, as this flexible fan can quickly be adjusted between a 54 cm desk/table fan and a 92cm floor-standing fan, so it's versatile enough to transition from your home office to your bedroom with ease. Weighing just 4.2 kg, it is incredibly light and manoeuvrable, so you can seamlessly move the fan from room to room without any struggle - plus, it's designed with a handy handle feature on the back of the fan, making it even easier to carry. As of right now, my new Whisper Flex 2 fan is up for grabs on Amazon with a delectable discount, bringing its price tag down from £179.99 to £149 while this limited-time deal. A similar model is also available for £170 from Argos or from B&Q for £119.
The Independent
30-01-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Best electric heater deals in February 2025, from Dyson to De'Longhi
Winter will be sticking around for a little while yet, so, if you're looking for ways to thaw out for less this season, this is where we'll be tracking the hottest deals on electric heaters, including the very best savings on IndyBest's tried and tested recommendations. While central heating is more energy efficient for warming your entire house, using a portable electric heater to boost the temperature in a small area of your home can help you cut down on your bills and avoid wasting energy. The devices are also useful when other heating options just aren't available to you. While prices vary, you really don't need to spend very much on an electric heater to stay warm. All electric heaters are essentially 100 per cent efficient, even the smallest and cheapest ones, meaning they convert all of the electricity they use into heat. For example, at full power, a 2,400W electric heater will heat a given space twice as quickly as a 1,200W heater, but it will cost twice as much to run. The best saving you can make is by choosing the cheapest electric heater that still does everything you need it to. That said, more expensive electric heaters can also come with features such as wireless controls, fan speed settings, timers and safety switches, which can be useful when trying to keep down costs. The best electric heater deals for February 2025 are: The best electric heater in our guide has been discounted by 33 per cent, meaning you can snap it up for less than £90. You'll be able to operate it via controls on the device itself or by using the Duux app on your phone. IndyBest tester Zoe Griffin noted how its curves 'blended in seamlessly with the decor of each room' and distributed heat evenly, being 'powerful enough to warm up a room of 30sqm', she added. You can save £150 on an air purifier, heater and cooler at AO, plus a further £21 if you have AO's ' five star membership '. Dyson has combined three functions in one appliance with this gadget, which projects clean cool or hot air around the room. It has 10 speed settings, an oscillating function, and a remote control. When we reviewed a similar model, our tester said it raised 'the temperature from chilly to cosy in a matter of minutes', while being 'quite energy-efficient to operate'. There's a small £20 discount on this IndyBest tried and tested heater, cooler and purifier which, as our reviewer noted, essentially 'does the same job as the Dyson hot + cool', but for less money. They added that the 'bladeless design offers smooth air flow around the heater and it oscillates 120 degrees, to ensure it distributes heat evenly'. It has 10 temperature settings, a timer, and an advanced HEPA system to capture dust and allergens. 'Solid, sturdy and subtly glamorous, this is not just a heater – it's a design statement', our reviewer said of this incredibly chic heater stove from Everhot. Hand-built and coming in 20 colourways, from pink to burgundy, this is built to last, they noted. As for its heating abilities, shortly after turning it on, they 'felt heat coming from the main vent and after around 30 minutes the main body of the stove was up to temperature and radiating gentle warming heat into the room'. It's expensive, yes, but this deal shaves £50 off the price. If you're looking for a heater that can warm up big rooms in your home, you won't be disappointed with this model from Russell Hobbs. Home appliance tester Zoe Griffin recommended it for larger spaces and households with pets or children, given that it comes with an automatic shut-off function. It's also 'excellent at heating a room to a set temperature', she noted, 'powering off while the room stayed at that temperature and then whizzing into action again if it detected a decrease'. There's a saving of more than 20 per cent to be had on this smart-looking De'Longhi model. It comes with two different heating settings, and there's a handle for when you need to carry it from room to room. Plus, it's billed as turning off automatically in any instance when it's accidentally knocked over, which is helpful if you have any rambunctious pets or children at home. PureMate's fan heater is a compact and lightweight choice. Easily portable, the appliance features three different modes (high heat, low heat, and fan), an adjustable thermostat and overheat protection. While we haven't tested this model yet, it is said to run quietly, too, according to the brand. If you want to keep the temperature in your living space just so, you may benefit from using this model from Dreo, as it allows you to set exact temperatures from a wide range – between 5C and 35C. This not only means you can have your living space at a temperature that suits you, it also avoids producing unnecessary heat. Touted as being a quiet option, it also features a 12-hour timer and can spread heat up to 200 per cent further, according to the brand. If you want an electric heater that can move around the house with you, you'll want to take a look at this tried-and-tested model, which made it into our guide to the best electric heaters. Our tester loved the design of this heater, saying it looks more like 'a luxury speaker than a fan'. They were also delighted with its performance, saying 'it was unexpectedly powerful and able to heat an area of 55 square metres well'.
