Dreo TurboCool Misting Fan 765S review: The best solution to beat the heat

Given the spate of heatwaves hitting Britain of late, investing in one of the best fans feels like a necessity. As the temperature soar, many of us will look for ways of keeping cool.

If you're sick of shoddy designs which only serve to push hot air around, this new Dreo TurboCool Misting Fan 765S simply has to be on your shopping list. I put mine to the test when the UK was experiencing record-breaking heat, to see if it could really deliver a cooling experience.

Dreo TurboCool Misting Fan 765S review: Price and Availability

The Dreo TurboCool Misting Fan 765S retails for £199.99 / €219.99 / US$199.99 (approx. AU$385). You can buy it directly from the brand's site, as well as retailers like Amazon and Boots.

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Dreo TurboCool Misting Fan 765S review: Features

The main feature of this unit is the TurboWind cooling system, which can deliver up to 10m/s of breeze. It's a pretty impressive spec, made even more impressive with the 18m max distance for cooling.

That's paired up with an ultrasonic misting element. Unlike other misting fans, which can leave you or your surfaces soggy, this is designed to be so fine that it simply integrates with the other particles in your air, cooling the room as a result.

Elsewhere, you'll find a night mode which drops the decibel level down to just 20dB, which is perfect if you're wanting to keep the peace while you keep cool. There's even a mobile app, which allows you to control every aspect of the unit from your handset. A physical remote is also included, if that's more your style.

Dreo TurboCool Misting Fan 765S review: Performance

As someone who previously only had a cheap – and broken – pedestal fan, switching this on for the first time in near-40° heat was a moment of pure nirvana. At the highest setting – the fan offers speeds from one to 12 – it's capable of offering a decent amount of cooling on its own.

It actually took me a few days to try the misting element, but I sure am glad I did. Once you've used it, you'll really struggle to go back to a normal fan, with that added bit of moisture doing an exceptional job of dropping the temperature in the room.

I was really nervous about spray and moisture, but those concerns were totally unnecessary. In practice, the mist is so fine that you'll never notice it unless you place your hand directly on top of the outlet.

There are four different levels of misting, though I tended to simply opt for the highest setting and the biggest impact. The system will also notify you of the humidity in the room, which is handy if you're looking to keep things consistent.

Control is effortless thanks to a touchscreen top panel, complete with buttons for each of the settings you'd look for. You'll be able to cycle through modes, increase or decrease the fan speed, set the mist level, set the rotation and much more.

There's also a brilliant mobile app, which offers more of the same. It's incredibly intuitive, and makes it effortless to adjust without having to get up.

There is also a physical remote included, which mirrors most of the functions on the top panel. Personally, I found that to be a little redundant, but it will suit some people who don't want to be tethered to a phone.

My only other gripe here is in the rotation of the fan. It is exceptionally wide, spanning almost 180° as it turns. Some may see that as a benefit, but it made it tough to keep the energy centred where I wanted it, and not blowing various bits and bobs off of tables and shelves. I'd like to see an element of control over how wide the rotation is, to combat this.

Dreo TurboCool Misting Fan 765S review: Verdict

Still, those are some fairly minor gripes. Overall, this product has been a godsend during the excessive heat, allowing me to keep cool in spite of the temperatures.

If you're in the market for a cooling solution which simply works, with no messing, this is the one to buy. The TurboCool misting element is no gimmick, plummeting the temperature in any given room when you need it most.

Dreo TurboCool Misting Fan 765S review: Also Consider

The market for misting fans is getting broader all the time, so there are definitely options. For those seeking a similar package offered here, but simply smaller and cheaper, I'd recommend checking out the Dreo TurboCool Misting Fan 516S. It distils all of the same energy into a more compact package.

If you're looking for a more well-known brand, try the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo. That snagged a five-star rating when our reviewer got his hands on it, and should be a capable competitor.