French heatwave triggers surge in cooling appliance sales as retailers offer discounts

Heatwave context

France has just experienced a heatwave, and another is expected on July 9, according to Ouest France. The consecutive hot spells have pushed consumers to seek cooling solutions for homes and offices. Many apartments and houses were not designed to withstand prolonged high temperatures, making air conditioners and fans essential for vulnerable people and pets.

Retailer response

Amazon, Cdiscount, and Electro Dépôt have responded with discounts on a range of cooling devices. A COMFEE' Breezy Cool 2.0 mobile air conditioner is priced at 257.74 euros, while a Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool HP1 fan and purifier is available for 599 euros. A Cazeboo Piana bioclimatic pergola, originally 1,399 euros, is now 999 euros. Other deals include a Shark TurboBlade bladeless fan at 279.99 euros and a Cecotec ceiling fan at 89.90 euros.

Product features

The Dyson model captures 99.95% of allergens down to 0.1 micron and meets HEPA H13 standards, projecting over 250 litres of air per second. The COMFEE' Breezy Cool 2.6 offers 9,000 BTU cooling for rooms up to 33 m², with a four-way air duct delivering 326 m³/h. Many units include smart features like Wi-Fi control, voice assistant compatibility, and sleep modes that reduce noise to as low as 30 dB.

Consumer demand

Stocks are depleting quickly, with Le Parisien noting that some models are already in limited supply. The COMFEE' Breezy Cool 2.0 consumes only 980 W, appealing to cost-conscious buyers. Portable units without exhaust hoses, such as the Foclatuner mini air conditioner at 110.99 euros, are also popular for their ease of installation in any room or vehicle.