I’ve tried both a £180 and £50 fan — this is how they really compare and whether the more expensive one is really better

The Meaco Sefte pedestal air circulator and the Vonhaus 16'' pedestal fan side by side in my kitchen diner in front of a white wall and on a wood-look floor.

If the heatwave the UK experienced at the end of May this year is anything to go by, we are in for a toasty summer.

And if the temperature hitting 30°C and above has highlighted that you need to upgrade to one of the best fans around, then it's important to understand what you get for your money. After all, many fans now have price tags well over £100.