Best Ceiling Fans
Top ceiling fans ranked by transparent trust scores.
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9.4
Excellent
Hunter Bennett 52"
Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
#1
9.4
Excellent
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Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Quiet WhisperWind motor
- Quiet WhisperWind motor
- Reversible blades for two-tone options
Cons
- Pull chain operation only
- Pull chain operation only
- Not smart-home compatible
Don't buy this if…
- Requires a ceiling height of at least 8.5 feet for safe blade clearance with the standard downrod mount.
- Requires a ceiling height of at least 8.5 feet for safe blade clearance with the standard downrod mount.
#2
9.2
Excellent
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Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- SenseMe auto-adjusts to conditions
- SenseMe auto-adjusts to conditions
- Whisper-quiet 35 dB DC motor
Cons
- Very high price point
- Very high price point
- Limited finish selections
Don't buy this if…
- The premium price includes the smart controller but installation requires a neutral wire; older homes without a neutral wire need an electrician upgrade.
- The premium price includes the smart controller but installation requires a neutral wire; older homes without a neutral wire need an electrician upgrade.
#3
9.0
Excellent
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Ranked #3 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Eye-catching wave blade design
- Unique sculptural wave blade design
- Unique sculptural wave blade design
Cons
- Wave blades may not match all decor
- Blades collect dust on curved surfaces
- Blades collect dust on curved surfaces
Don't buy this if…
- The distinctive blade design limits replacement options if a blade is damaged.
- The unique blade shape may produce a noticeable wobble if not balanced during installation; use the included balancing kit.
- The unique blade shape may produce a noticeable wobble if not balanced during installation; use the included balancing kit.
#4
8.7
Excellent
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Ranked #4 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Low-profile design for 8-foot ceilings
- Low-profile design for 8-foot ceilings
- Handheld remote included
Cons
- Lower CFM than 52-inch models
- Lower CFM than 52-inch models
- Not compatible with smart switches
Don't buy this if…
- The low-profile flush mount does not accommodate angled ceilings; verify your ceiling is flat before purchasing.
- The low-profile flush mount does not accommodate angled ceilings; verify your ceiling is flat before purchasing.
#5
8.5
Excellent
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Ranked #5 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Affordable smart fan option
- Affordable under $100
- Affordable under $100
Cons
- Only three speed settings
- AC motor is louder than DC alternatives
- AC motor is louder than DC alternatives
Don't buy this if…
- The WiFi module requires a strong 2.4 GHz signal and does not work on 5 GHz networks.
- The angled ceiling adapter is included but ceilings exceeding 30 degrees of slope are not supported.
- The angled ceiling adapter is included but ceilings exceeding 30 degrees of slope are not supported.
#6
8.3
Good
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Ranked #6 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Massive 7,231 CFM for large rooms
- Massive 7,231 CFM for large rooms
- Ultra-efficient 35W DC motor
Cons
- No integrated light kit
- No integrated light kit
- Requires 12-foot ceilings for 60-inch span
Don't buy this if…
- The 60-inch blade span requires minimum 12-foot ceiling width clearance and a minimum 9-foot ceiling height for safe operation.
- The 60-inch blade span requires minimum 12-foot ceiling width clearance and a minimum 9-foot ceiling height for safe operation.
#7
8.1
Good
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Ranked #7 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Damp-rated for bathrooms and patios
- Damp-rated for bathrooms and patios
- Incredibly efficient at 3W on low
Cons
- Light kit sold separately
- Light kit sold separately
- Smaller airflow for small rooms only
Don't buy this if…
- Damp-rated means suitable for covered outdoor areas only; this fan is not wet-rated and must not be exposed to direct rain.
- Damp-rated means suitable for covered outdoor areas only; this fan is not wet-rated and must not be exposed to direct rain.
#8
7.9
Good
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Ranked #8 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Remote control with dimmer included
- Remote control with dimmer included
- LED light kit pre-installed
Cons
- Remote batteries not included
- Remote batteries not included
- Moderate noise on highest speed
Don't buy this if…
- The included remote operates on a preset frequency; if you install multiple units, you may need to reprogram frequencies to avoid cross-control.
- The included remote operates on a preset frequency; if you install multiple units, you may need to reprogram frequencies to avoid cross-control.
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