The Best Desk Fans to Keep You Cool at Work

Even if you have air conditioning in your office, there's a good chance you'll occasionally find yourself feeling a bit steamy on summer days at the office—particularly if you religiously head out for your midday run. But as nice as it is to have some extra breeze coming your way, many fans are too loud, too powerful, and way too large for an office setting—particularly if you're working in a shared space.

However, even if you don't have the space for a pedestal or tower fan, there are plenty of desk fans on the market that are tiny, portable, and quiet enough to keep on during a Zoom call. Look below for our top picks and the most important features to consider before you buy.

The Best Desk Fans

What to Consider

The most important factor to consider before buying a desk fan is any given model's size. We've listed the dimensions of every model we cover, so you can assess how much room you'll need for it on your desk. You should also consider whether or not you want a fan that can tilt; if you typically change positions at your desk or switch from standing to sitting during the day, this may be an important factor if you want to keep cool.

How We Selected

To find the best options among the many desk fans out there, we researched some of the most popular models available through Amazon and other retailers. We then took into account price, design, effectiveness, size, and adjustability. Finally, we consulted reviews written by people who’ve bought these models on sites like Amazon to settle on the desk fans you'll find below, all of which have average customer ratings of four stars or higher.

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