Pedestal Fans
Best Floor Standing Fan (2026): 5 Models Side by Side
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For the best floor standing fan, the Lasko leads with 3 speeds, a remote, a timer and 1,140 CFM at 8 lb. The COMFORT ZONE adds 3 speeds with 90-degree oscillation, while the AIRMATE adds 12 speeds with a remote and a 12-hour timer.
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Top picks at a glance
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Best OverallLasko Oscillating Adjustable Pedestal Stand Fan9.8 View on Amazon -
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Most SpeedsAIRMATE Standing Fan for Bedroom9.4 View on Amazon -
Most AirflowSimple Deluxe Comfort Zone Cradle Floor Fan9.4 View on Amazon -
Also GreatDREO Standing Fan for Bedroom9.2 View on Amazon
Compare the specs
Ranked on fan speeds, oscillation, remote control, timer, rated noise level, airflow, adjustable height from each listing, plus how many buyers have rated it. A dash (—) means we could not confirm that figure from the listing.
| Pick | Fan speeds | Oscillation | Remote control | Timer | Rated noise level | Airflow | Adjustable height | Weight | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Lasko Oscillating Adjustable Pedestal Stand Fan | 3 speeds | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | 1,140 CFM | Yes | 8 lb | 1-year |
| 2. COMFORT ZONE 16" Oscillating Pedestal Fan | 3 speeds | Yes | — | — | 56.7 dB | 445 CFM | Yes | 5.8 lb | 1-year |
| 3. AIRMATE Standing Fan for Bedroom | 12 speeds | Yes | Yes | Yes | 25 dB | 960 CFM | Yes | 9.5 lb | — |
| 4. Simple Deluxe Comfort Zone Cradle Floor Fan | 3 speeds | — | — | — | — | 1,800 CFM | — | 5.5 lb | — |
| 5. DREO Standing Fan for Bedroom | 9 speeds | — | Yes | Yes | 20 dB | 1,150 CFM | Yes | 11.9 lb | — |
Lasko Oscillating Adjustable Pedestal Stand Fan
It pairs 3 speeds with a remote, a timer, 1,140 CFM and 8 lb.
- Fan speeds: 3 speeds
- Oscillation
- Remote control
- Timer
- Airflow: 1,140 CFM
- Adjustable height
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 3 speeds
- Buyers who want a remote and timer
Skip it if
- You want more than 3 speeds
- You want a fan under 8 lb
It runs 3 speeds with electronic controls and a remote that sets the timer for 1, 2 or 4 hours. The height adjusts from 32 to 47 inches with a tilt-back head, and oscillation spreads air across the room. The 16-inch head moves 1,140 CFM, and the fan is ETL listed. It weighs 8 lb and carries a 1-year warranty.
COMFORT ZONE 16" Oscillating Pedestal Fan
It pairs 3 speeds with 90-degree oscillation, 445 CFM and 5.8 lb.
- Fan speeds: 3 speeds
- Oscillation
- Rated noise level: 56.7 dB
- Airflow: 445 CFM
- Adjustable height
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 3 speeds
- Buyers who want a folding base
Skip it if
- You want more than 3 speeds
- You want a fan under 5.8 lb
It runs 3 speeds with manual controls and 90-degree oscillation that spreads air across the room. The telescoping pole adjusts height from 41 to 47-3/8 inches, and the head tilts to aim airflow. The quad-pod base folds for storage, and the metal grill covers the blades. It moves 445 CFM at 56.7 dB, weighs 5.8 lb and carries a 1-year warranty.
AIRMATE Standing Fan for Bedroom
It pairs 12 speeds with a remote, a 12-hour timer and 9.5 lb.
- Fan speeds: 12 speeds, the most here
- Oscillation
- Remote control
- Timer
- Rated noise level: 25 dB
- Airflow: 960 CFM
- Adjustable height
Good for
- Buyers who want 12 speeds
- Buyers who want a remote and timer
Skip it if
- You want more than 12 speeds
- You want a fan under 9.5 lb
It runs 12 speeds with a DC motor, a remote and a 12-hour timer, plus 3 modes for different airflow. The 9-inch blades in a 12-inch head move 960 CFM at 25 dB, and 80-degree oscillation spreads air. The height adjusts from 12 to 37 inches, and the fan weighs 9.5 lb.
Simple Deluxe Comfort Zone Cradle Floor Fan
It pairs 3 speeds with 1,800 CFM, a 230-degree tilt and 5.5 lb.
- Fan speeds: 3 speeds
- Airflow: 1,800 CFM, the most here
- 5.5 lb, the lightest here
Good for
- Buyers who want 1,800 CFM
- Buyers who want an all-metal fan
Skip it if
- You want more than 3 speeds
- You want a fan under 5.5 lb
It runs 3 speeds with a high-torque motor and a 12-inch all-metal body with aluminum blades. The 230-degree tilt aims airflow, and the wire grill covers the blades. A carry handle and rubber feet aid moving and placement, and the fan moves 1,800 CFM. It weighs 5.5 lb.
DREO Standing Fan for Bedroom
It pairs 9 speeds with a remote, an 8-hour timer and 11.9 lb.
- Fan speeds: 9 speeds
- Remote control
- Timer
- Rated noise level: 20 dB
- Airflow: 1,150 CFM
- Adjustable height
Good for
- Buyers who want 9 speeds
- Buyers who want a remote and timer
Skip it if
- You want more than 9 speeds
- You want a fan under 11.9 lb
It runs 9 speeds with 3 modes, a remote and an 8-hour timer, plus 120-degree horizontal and 100-degree vertical oscillation. The height adjusts from 37 to 42 inches, and the fan moves 1,150 CFM at 20 dB with air reaching 96 feet. It weighs 11.9 lb.
How to choose
Speeds and airflow
Speeds differ: the AIRMATE runs 12 speeds, the DREO runs 9 speeds, and the Lasko, COMFORT ZONE and Simple Deluxe run 3 speeds each. Airflow differs too: the Simple Deluxe moves 1,800 CFM, the DREO moves 1,150 CFM, the Lasko moves 1,140 CFM, the AIRMATE moves 960 CFM, and the COMFORT ZONE moves 445 CFM. Match speeds and airflow to the room you cool.
Oscillation and height
Oscillation differs: the DREO swings 120 degrees horizontal and 100 degrees vertical, the COMFORT ZONE swings 90 degrees, the AIRMATE swings 80 degrees, and the Lasko oscillates. Heights differ too: the Lasko adjusts 32 to 47 inches, the COMFORT ZONE adjusts 41 to 47-3/8 inches, the AIRMATE adjusts 12 to 37 inches, and the DREO adjusts 37 to 42 inches. Match oscillation and height to where the fan stands.
Noise and weight
Noise differs: the DREO runs 20 dB, the AIRMATE runs 25 dB, and the COMFORT ZONE runs 56.7 dB. Weights differ too: the Simple Deluxe weighs 5.5 lb, the COMFORT ZONE weighs 5.8 lb, the Lasko weighs 8 lb, the AIRMATE weighs 9.5 lb, and the DREO weighs 11.9 lb.
FAQ
What speeds do these fans run?
The AIRMATE runs 12 speeds, the DREO runs 9 speeds, and the Lasko, COMFORT ZONE and Simple Deluxe run 3 speeds each.
Which fans have remotes and timers?
The Lasko, AIRMATE and DREO have remotes and timers, with the Lasko timer set for 1, 2 or 4 hours, the AIRMATE timer set for 12 hours, and the DREO timer set for 8 hours.
What airflow does each fan move?
The Simple Deluxe moves 1,800 CFM, the DREO moves 1,150 CFM, the Lasko moves 1,140 CFM, the AIRMATE moves 960 CFM, and the COMFORT ZONE moves 445 CFM.
