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Best Outdoor Ceiling Fans

Updated August 2018
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BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
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Best of the Best
Emerson
Batalie Breeze
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Bottom Line

If you're looking for an attractive model with craftsmanship and a warranty to back it, you will be impressed with this fan. A superior choice.

Pros

In addition to the sturdy build, ample airflow, and quiet operation, it sports the classic petal design that looks great outdoors. Limited lifetime motor warranty and 1-year parts warranty.

Cons

A bit pricey, and the mounted wall control is a separate purchase. It doesn't have a light.

Casa Vieja
Delta Wing
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Bottom Line

It's attractive, but you may find other products that offer more for a similar price.

Pros

The 3-blade design offers a modern, minimalist look. Comes with a remote control. Extremely quiet motor.

Cons

Doesn't have a light. Not recommended for areas with humid weather or saltwater exposure. Pricey.

Best Bang for the Buck
Hunter Fan Company
Contemporary Cassius
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Bottom Line

Looks and runs like a high-end model. Hands-down the best choice if you want a well-made fan for a budget price.

Pros

Quality features and functions for a fraction of the price of other models. Attractive style, superb airflow, easy installation, quiet operation. Motor has limited lifetime warranty.

Cons

No remote or light, but you can buy these extras with what you save. A bit wobbly at highest speed, but this doesn't affect performance or quality.

Westinghouse
Comet
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Bottom Line

We are impressed with the warranties the manufacturer offers, but the overall looks of the fan are better than its performance.

Pros

Modern build with rustic, rich brown blades that are weatherproof. Lifetime motor warranty; 2-year warranty on other components.

Cons

Some owners wish for better airflow, while others report that it tends to wobble after several months of use. It's also difficult to install.

Harbor Breeze
Merrimack
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Bottom Line

It's stylish and has some nice features, but it also has some concerns.

Pros

Weatherproof blades and 3 speeds. Antique-like design. Easy to install; helpful instructions included.

Cons

Some complaints that the fan is noisy. No way to operate it without remote (no pull chain).

How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

  • 20 Models Considered
  • 68 Hours Researched
  • 1 Experts Interviewed
  • 151 Consumers Consulted
    • Zero products received from manufacturers.

    We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

    Why trust BestReviews?
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
    The team that worked on this review
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      Devangana
      Web Producer
    • Jennifer
      Jennifer
      Writer
    • Melissa
      Melissa
      Senior Editor
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    Emerson

    Batalie Breeze

    Emerson

    Batalie Breeze

    If you're looking for an attractive model with craftsmanship and a warranty to back it, you will be impressed with this fan. A superior choice.
    $356
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    Casa Vieja

    Delta Wing

    Casa Vieja

    Delta Wing

    It's attractive, but you may find other products that offer more for a similar price.
    $279
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    Hunter Fan Company

    Contemporary Cassius

    Hunter Fan Company

    Contemporary Cassius

    Looks and runs like a high-end model. Hands-down the best choice if you want a well-made fan for a budget price.
    $99
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    Westinghouse

    Comet

    Westinghouse

    Comet

    We are impressed with the warranties the manufacturer offers, but the overall looks of the fan are better than its performance.

    $150
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    Harbor Breeze

    Merrimack

    Harbor Breeze

    Merrimack

    It's stylish and has some nice features, but it also has some concerns.
    $160