The best tabletop fan for you may be a simple one with two or three speed options, or the perfect fan could be one with features like adjustable height or a programmable timer. A table fan with a timer can be convenient if you want to go to sleep with the fan on and know it will turn off later. You could also consider an app-compatible fan for options to control your fan remotely.
If you want to step up your home cooling without turning on the AC, you could add an evaporative cooler to the room. Unlike air conditioning, fans and evaporative coolers can also offer relief outdoors, which makes them great for summer afternoons on the patio or the porch.
If you are preparing for a heatwave, look over this list of essential gear for hot weather. Also, in addition to having electric cooling options, prepare for the possibility of a power outage by having a cooler of ice ready, as well as solar panels and a power bank.
