Best Low Profile Ceiling Fans in Australia for 2025

Don’t despair if you’re trying to find a ceiling fan for your low ceiling. There are plenty of good quality fans out there, in a whole array of colours, styles and sizes! This is true even of hugger/low-profile models. There are even low profile fans with lights if that’s what you need.

See our top picks for the best low-profile fans below.

Updated November 2025.

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The Top 5

Fanco Flow DC low-profile hugger fan with integrated LED light

1. Flow

188mm ceiling to blade

Fanco Studio DC low-profile hugger fan with compact modern design

2. Studio

210mm ceiling to blade

whisper low profile ceiling fan with light on

3. Whisper

160mm ceiling to blade

4. Spirit DC

181mm ceiling to blade

mercator-instinct-dc-ceiling-fan-white-54-bedroom

5. Instinct

183mm ceiling to blade

5
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4 Total Reviews
Brand fanco
Size Options 52"
Colour White, Black
Light Options With or without
Control Supplied with remote control and wall cradle.
Install Location Indoor
Blade Material Plastic
Motor Type Energy efficient DC motor
Warranty 2 Year in Home + 6 Year Motor replacement (upon product registration)

The elegant design of the Flow DC ceiling fan has a convenient ceiling-to-base drop of 188mm, ensuring optimal air circulation without compromising on aesthetics. Moreover, its beautifully integrated CCT LED light ensures the fan does not drop lower even with the light.

The CCT LED light is complete with memory function and dimming features, allows for customizable ambiance while being user-replaceable. It boasts a modern design with a distinct aesthetic, featuring three elegantly curved blades seamlessly wrapped around its powerful motor producing an impressive airflow, offering both functionality and style to elevate any room’s décor.

4.76
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38 Total Reviews
Brand Fanco
Size Options 42"/48"
Colour White, Beechwood
Light Options With or without
Control Supplied with remote control, wall control and smart control
Install Location Indoor
Blade Material Plastic
Motor Type Energy efficient DC motor
Warranty 8 Year Warranty: 2 year limited in-home warranty + 6 year motor replacement warranty upon product registration.

The Studio fan really is the complete package for a bedroom! Available in a 48″ overall diameter size with or without light the fan is sized perfectly for a bedroom, and the 210mm ceiling to blade drop make the fan well suited to bedrooms with slightly lower than average ceilings, or if you want to achieve the popular ‘hugger’ look.

 The fan is available to buy with a remote control that also comes SMART enabled, meaning that you can control the fan from the convenience of your smartphone. Also available is a hardwired wall control model (without light only). If you opt for the fan with light you will receive an energy efficient LED light that offers CCT technology as well as being dimmable. The complete bedroom fan!

4.9
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40 Total Reviews
Brand Claro
Size Options 44″/52"
Colour White
Light Options With or without
Control Supplied with remote control and wall cradle.
Install Location Indoor
Blade Material Plastic
Motor Type Energy efficient DC motor
Warranty 4 Year Motor Warranty – 1 Year in home warranty + a further 3 year replacement motor warranty upon product registration. Conditions apply.

The Claro Whisper is a low-profile ceiling fan which blends into any décor and small indoor space. The Whisper features a quality curved, 3-blade design, a sleek modern look and great function. Combining great design, efficiency and value. The Whisper Low Profile comes in a 44” and a 52” size range, making it a perfect addition for bedrooms, study areas an particularly for low ceiling spaces.

The fan comes with a 6-speed remote control and is reversible via the remote for Summer and Winter use. The model is available with or without light and if you choose the light option you receive CCT technology, 3-step dimming features and tri-colour technology. Performance and value all combined into 1 fan!

Brand Claro Essentials
Size Options 44"/52"
Colour White, Black, White/Beechwood, Black(varies by model)
Light Options With or without
Control Supplied with remote control and wall cradle
Install Location Indoor
Blade Material ABS Plastic
Motor Type Energy efficient DC motor
Warranty 12 month replacement warranty

With a ceiling to blade drop of just 181mm, the Spirit DC ceiling fan is another great choice for people with lower-than-average ceilings. The 44-inch size is well suited to bedrooms, studies and smaller living rooms.
Rooms with more floor space will benefit from the extra coverage the 52″ model provides. This sleek and modern design also comes with a remote for convenience. 

4.79
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43 Total Reviews
Brand Mercator
Size Options 54"
Colour White, Black
Light Options With or without
Control Supplied with remote control and wall cradle.
Install Location Indoor
Blade Material Plastic
Motor Type Energy efficient DC motor
Warranty 3 year in home warranty + additional 3 year motor replacement.

Offering broad coverage for rooms with low ceilings, the Instinct fan combines a 54-inch blade span with a mere 169mm ceiling to blade drop. It has six speeds and circulates a moderate amount of air and is incredibly energy efficient. The light’s CCT and dimming functions are both operated by the remote, meaning this model is very easy to use. Low profile fans like this one are also very popular for children’s bedrooms or as unobtrusive style in a living area. 

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