Best handheld fan: Jisulife
+ Portable
+ USB rechargeable
+ 5 speeds
+ Vintage retro
What we love about the Jisulife handheld fan is that it punches way above its weight for something so tiny. The description boasts that “the airflow is accelerated and compressed by the air duct turbine” – which sounds like marketing nonsense, but honestly, it does blow stronger than expected. It’s compact, stylish, and ultra-portable, making it a great travel companion. The USB charging is a nice touch, and it also comes with a lanyard, so you can wear it around your neck like a VIP pass to the Cool Air Club. All that, and it’s a total steal for the price.
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Specifications:
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Depth: 8.2cm
Height: 16.7cm
Width: 4.3cm
Blade length: 6cm
Number of blades: 7
Number of speeds: 5
Weight: 220grams
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PRICE: £18.69
We also really liked the John Lewis Anyday Handheld Foldable Desk Fan—again, it’s compact, foldable, and generally a solid little gadget. The only downside? You have to cycle through every mode just to turn it off, which feels like an unnecessary endurance test. That said, it’s pretty neat. The handle folds in half to double as a stand, so you can prop it up on your desk like a tiny, devoted cooling assistant. It has three speed settings and there’s no faffing around with batteries—it charges via USB and lasts up to seven hours, depending on how hard you push it. Recharging takes five. This fan sells out every year, so if you want one, grab it now.
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Cable length: 100cm
Depth: 2.5cm
Height: 25cm
Width: 11.3cm
Fan diameter: 10cm
Number of blades: 13
Weight: 0.36kg
