6 best small handheld fans to beat the heat

Misting fans are so refreshing in the hot weather, and this long-lasting power fan promises a battery life of up to 10+ hours. The folding design also means you can set it up on your desk to keep you cool while you work.

One verified shopper said: "Got to give this a *5 STAR* there is hand held fans and then there's this fan, misting spray that can stand alone.

I work in care in the community and one of my ladies had it sitting on her table for the whole hour. Not only that the rechargeable battery lasts for hours!!!"

The Shark ChillPill isn't just a basic fan; it’s a versatile, three-in-one personal cooling system designed for maximum thermal relief. Its standout feature is a unique (and stylish!) modular design that allows you to effortlessly swap the standard fan head for a dedicated cooling plate or a refreshing vapor mister.  

While the fan provides a steady breeze, the cooling plate is the real game-changer - when pressed against pulse points like your wrists or the back of your neck, it delivers an instant ice-cube sensation that air alone simply can't match. Compact, sleek, and highly portable, it is the ultimate high-tech companion for anyone who finds standard fans insufficient. 

Editor's Note: "I love this fan. The design is so clever and the fan can twist to become a desk fan, or to have it on your bedside table. The fan is powerful with its 10 speeds, and the cooling plate is super refreshing. I predict the misting function will come in so useful for days at the beach."

Neck fans are especially good if you commute and you need to be hands-free. These are especially useful when travelling and sightseeing. It is made of high-quality soft silicone material, which is soft to fit the skin, effectively non-slip, and can be freely adjusted in width to provide you with a wonderful comfort. 

One happy shopper wrote as a review: "Fantastic portable fan. Comfortably worn around neck and easy to use. Fantastic value for money. Recommended by a friend and I'll be recommending to all my friends."

It comes in an array of colours. 

If you prefer to go back to the good ol' days of handheld paper fans, this is a fun one to choose. There are lots of different designs to choose from and you also get a hanger included as well. 

What do the reviewers say? The reviews are mixed with some saying it's sturdy, and others saying it's not sturdy. 

This genius 3-in-1 handheld fan also functions as a handy flashlight and a power bank. What's not to love?

Editor's Review: My Best Quality Designer Handbag colleague Katherine seriously rates it. She said: "I bought two of these for the kids and I loved them so much I bought one for myself too! Apart from the fact that it's super cute, the fan delivers an impressive blast of air and there's also a built-in torch. You can also use it as a battery pack, which is great when you're travelling. It's the perfect handbag size, plus it folds out into a free-standing fan so you can place it on your bedside table. Plus the price is great - it's a no-brainer if you ask me!" 

And she's not the only happy customer! One lady wrote: "This little fan is amazing, I bought it for my Florida holiday in a couple of months time. I wanted to see if it would do a full park day, so fully charged it and left it running at top speed (it has 2 settings ) and it kept running for 11 hrs 40 mins! AMAZING! Incredible value for money, doesn't make much noise and is easy to charge."

This is a real hit with shoppers, with people often buying one for themself and then they buy them as gifts for family members. The USB travel fan is the heatwave gadget you won't want to let out of your sight this summer. It has three wind speeds, and can be carried or propped up for a much-need breeze wherever you are.

One verified shopper said: "Great valve has three speeds which is good have bought 3 now as gifts for all different ages over 31 all pleased with gift."

Available in an array of colours.