As the wind blows

You could turn on the AC and pretend electricity is free. Or you could open a window like a resourceful adult and let airflow do some of the heavy lifting. It’ll need a little help, though.

This low-profile window fan slides into windows 26" to 38" wide and stands just over six inches tall, so you keep your view instead of clogging it with a big hunk of plastic. It’s electronically reversible, which is a fancy way of saying you can bring fresh air in or shove stale air out with the push of a button.

Cooking smells? Gone. “Why does it smell weird in here?” Asked and answered. Existential dread? Might be a stretch.

With three speeds and a weather-resistant casing, it’s built to work rain or shine without looking like it was designed in 1994. It moves serious air without the bulky, boxy vibe of old-school window fans. Set it to exhaust during the day, flip it to intake once the evening cool rolls in, and feel smug about your energy efficiency.