Best Ceiling Fans in Australia for 2024

The new Fanco Gaia DC is a high performing symbol of natural beauty and elegance. The fan features FSC Certified Solid timber blades and a biobased plastic motor housing as part of its carefully considered manufacturing process – an Australian first.

Visually, the fan features three beautifully curved solid timber blades that are superbly complemented by the textured Ecru motor. This combination of natural timber and Ecru exudes natural elegance and helps the fan delicately blend into its surroundings. It just feels more subtle than a ‘white’ motor. The uncomplicated shape of the motor housing also contributes to the elegant design, we feel it looks cleaner than a traditional fan with a visible extension rod and ceiling canopy. Available in two sizes and three model options, including with an integrated LED light or with a motor cap, both promote a continuation of the motor shape down through the blades.

In terms of performance, the fan is worthy of its top spot. Featuring an energy efficient DC motor, the 48” version (well suited for bedrooms) consumes only 1 watt on the lowest speed, practically speaking if you run it for 8 hours a day all year, the cost for the whole year is less than $1. Both sizes offer 6 selectable speeds, and the larger 54” version offers exceptionally high airflow on the highest speed (14,870 m3/hr). The Gaia also operates in virtual silence, especially on the gentle lower speeds. The two sizes make it a great fan for bedroom/living room continuity.

Finally, the Gaia is available with a class leading dimmable CCT LED light. The light kit is also user replaceable, meaning you can buy a spare along with your fan for ultimate peace of mind. If a replacement is required, it can be performed without the need for an electrician, further contributing to the longevity of the product.

In summary, the Gaia is the complete package! Sustainably produced, energy efficient, quiet and high performing. All backed by the Fanco 8-year motor warranty.

Maintaining its popularity with Architects, Designers and our staff alike, the Infinity-iD returns to its spot as the best ceiling fan for 2024.

With its beautiful Scandinavian-inspired design and minimalist slimline aesthetic, the Fanco Infinity-ID ticks all the boxes, both in terms of aesthetics and functionality.

As one of the most efficient DC fans, the Infinity-iD remains one of the market’s best-looking money and energy savers. With its huge variety of remote and wall control options and smart home integration, Infinity allows users to explore and customise where and how they use their fans. As a Fanco product, the Infinity benefits from their market-leading 8-year warranty. It is one of the models benefiting from their user-replaceable CCT LED technology, meaning users can feel safe knowing they’re covered should something go amiss.

Overall, the fan is extremely approachable in both its gorgeous aesthetics and its easy-to-use adaptability. With the peace of mind that Fanco’s backing provides, Fanco Infinity is one of our fans of the year.

The Aeratron AE+ maintains its reputation as the superior Premium Fan selection. The award-winning fan stands out with its expertly engineered blade designs, providing extremely efficient and quiet operations in all conditions. It truly is the best fan you’ll ever hear.

Its incredible engineering does come with a premium price tag, but if you’re willing to invest, this fan will elevate your space in a way few others can.

We love the Eco Silent Deluxe range because it is the best modern evolution of the classic four-bladed fan design.

The simple design is packed full of modern features, including the full range of wall, remote and smart control options; Great energy efficiency from its powerful DC motor; And, as a Fanco product, it features their market-leading 8-year warranty and the user replaceable CCT LED. As a bonus, the Eco Silent Deluxe is rated for outdoor and coastal uses, meaning that this fan can truly be used everywhere in the home. This all culminates with a fan that is truly robust in its applications, and users can expect a reliable modern product in a classic package.

As a relative newcomer to the market, the Cloudfan has certainly earned its position by being a reliable and feature-dense model, gracing users with its modern stylings and fantastic airflow.

Built with performance in mind, the Cloudfan optimises its DC motor to provide an impressive airflow for its relative size. Its great performance also extends to other features, including a very powerful 2320 Lumen dimmable LED kit, making it one of the most powerful lights on the market.

The fan itself has been built for performance, featuring a hardy, rust-free ABS construction and a plethora of colours and finishes available, none of which hinder or alter its effectiveness. In addition, as Calibo is known, its smart features are well-regarded and wide-reaching.

Overall, the Cloudfan is a very impressive high achiever, providing users with a high-tech, high-performance fan suitable for use throughout the home.

Remaining ever popular, the Eco Style remains the ideal choice for a high-quality 3-blade design.

Its elegant, minimal design remains an attractive favourite for those looking for a high-quality fan at a more budget-friendly price point.

The looks aren’t all just for show, though. The Eco Style is a powerful fan with a big package. Its blades generate reliable and effective airflow, and with its DC motor, the Eco Style maintains this power using minimal energy and little to no motor noise. With 6 speeds to choose from and Fanco’s user-replaceable LED, the Eco Style is truly Style and substance.

Claro is a brand known for finding balance. They pride themselves on releasing fan models with a robust selection of key features at an attractive price point. The Glider is no exception, and it is a well-balanced and increasingly respected fan within its price range.

What makes the Glider truly unique is its clever engineering. It seamlessly integrates its optional CCT LED into its motor housing and blade shape, leaving users with a flat, unobtrusive, and elegant fan design that does not skimp on airflow or energy efficiency. Balance.

Although this shape and design philosophy are not unique to the Glider, having this style of fan available at this price point makes it a special and unique choice for any savvy consumer looking to balance performance, style, and cost.

The Horizon holds a special niche within Fanco’s line-up as their high-airflow specialist. With over 13,000 m3/hr on high (52-inch model), this powerful fan is an efficient powerhouse, providing reliable cool relief and consistent, effective circulation in all conditions.

What we find especially impressive about the Horizon is that it sacrifices very little to create that airflow. It uses a hearty DC motor, meaning that even at higher speeds, it uses impressively little energy, all while the motor stays remarkably quiet.

Finally, the Horizon boasts a streamlined, minimal blade and motor design that wraps around the internal light, creating a sturdy and elegant design that can be used indoors, outdoors, and in coastal environments. Overall, the Horizon is a very robust, if specialised fan that, whilst not as elegant or popular as some of the other items on this list, is still certainly a very high-quality and useful model suited for any condition you can throw at it.

The Flow is one of Fanco’s new models with a unique design. The seamless integration of its blades and motor housing creates a visually striking piece that effortlessly complements modern interiors. This design represents a departure from traditional fan designs, turning it into a captivating focal point with its organic aesthetic. Available in two colours, with or without a light option, it’s easy to blend in various decors, and it gives users all the benefits of a DC motor with its energy efficiency.

The Fanco Flow is a remarkable fusion of form and function. Its breathtaking design, innovative features, and outstanding performance set a new standard. Its sleek and modern design, complemented by advanced technology, makes it a standout choice for homeowners, designers, and architects seeking a visually captivating and functionally superior product. Whether creating a comfortable environment or adding a stylish focal point, the Flow ceiling fan delivers on aesthetics and performance.

Eglo rounded out our list this year with a rising star. The Surf.

An increasingly popular fan, this Austrian number has been growing in popularity over the past year thanks to its approachable price point, minimalist low-profile blades, and attractive SMART connectivity.

With a minimalist design, the Eglo’s flatter shape proves to be a popular selling point, with many loving how effortlessly it can integrate into their existing décor. Of special note is the fan’s special ABS coating, which means that it can be used outdoors undercover in coastal environments. This has led the fan to be a very popular choice for upgrading living rooms, outdoor patios, or rooms with large balconies.

Also of special note is the fan’s modular SMART connectivity. Instead of relying on a built in smart receiver, the Surf relies on a seperate modular receiver that connects to fans internals, meaning that rather than having smart connectivity built in, users can chose to upgrade their fan to get that extra utility. Whether or not this is a preferred approach is yet to be seen, but many users do appreciate the option to chose what connectivity their fan comes with.

All in all, the Surf is a great all in 1 package with the option to customise both its look and connectivity to suit users needs, and at its price point it is a very consistent and approachable package.