Top 5 Best Low Profile Fans

Featured fan – The Infinity ID DC has a beautifully sleek low profile appearance

Updated for 2023/24 Season

The top 5 Best Low Profile  fans released in the last 12 months – Updated for November 2023

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.

Please note: If you’re in Australia, you should allow 2.1 metres between the ceiling fan’s blade and the floor, so make sure you measure before you buy.


1. Studio DC

“The feature packed low profile DC fan with Smart Technology”

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!

What’s Great About This Fan?

CHOICE Recommended low profile fan

Size options well suited for bedrooms & remote model also includes SMART compatibility

Best LED light in terms of features available on any low profile fan – its dimmable, CCT & user replaceable

Backed by Industry leading Fanco 8-year warranty

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2. Whisper Low Profile DC

“Discrete design and excellent performance”

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!

What’s Great About This Fan?

Great design and discrete look to match any home décor.

Multiple size options for any low ceiling area, particularly great for bedrooms or study rooms.

LED light with 3-step dimming features and CCT technology.

Whisper Low Profile Models

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3. Infinity ID DC

“I thought I’d have to compromise, but here it is – a gorgeous low profile outdoor ceiling fan”

With a ceiling to blade drop of just 270mm, the Infinity ID ceiling fan is another great choice for people with lower-than-average ceilings. The 48-inch size is well suited to bedrooms, studies and smaller living rooms. Rooms with more floor space and outdoor areas will benefit from the extra coverage the 54 model provides. This Scandinavian style design also comes with either a hardwired DC wall control or a remote with SMART capability.

What’s Great About This Fan?

In our opinion the best looking low profile fan currently available

CHOICE recommended

Packed full of features, LED light is also low profile as well as class leading.

Backed by Industry leading Fanco 8-year warranty

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4. Profile DC

“Because of our low ceilings I wanted a nice simple fan. This is it”

With a simple design and a ceiling to blade drop of 165mm, the Profile DC is a great option for lower than average ceilings. It’s well suited to bedrooms and other low traffic areas which will benefit most from its moderate airflow. The Profile is also available with an integrated tri-colour LED light.

What’s Great About This Fan?

165mm ceiling to blade drop

50″ diameter is a size well suited for bedrooms

Available with or without light in black or white

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5. Instinct DC

“It’s hard to find a bigger fan low ceilings, but this is great”

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. 

What’s Great About This Fan?

Impressive airflow

Slightly larger than average size may make the fan well suited for larger than average bedrooms

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