5 best neck fans of 2024 to keep you cool; tried and tested
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IT'S not always practical to sit in front of a fan when the temperatures rise but the best neck fans will keep you cool wherever you are.
These portable and rechargeable devices can be brought almost anywhere for a breeze on the go, whether you’re at your child’s sports day or stuck in a sweaty office. I’ve even seen them used everywhere from theme parks to stuffy aeroplanes.
Most look like over-ear headphones but other neck fans hang on a lanyard and can be angled towards the face like your very own A/C. Unlike traditional portable fans, you won’t need to hold them so your hands will be free to get on with life as you chill.
They’re usually fairly cheap to buy, but it’s still worth checking battery life before you do, or opting for a rechargeable model. Bladeless designs are particularly useful if you have long hair or if a child might use the neck fan. If you plan on wearing the fan for long stretches, it may also be worth choosing the lightest one available to maximise comfort.
Best neck fans at a glance:
- Best overall neck fan: VonHaus Handheld Fan
- Best value neck fan:
- Best mid-range neck fan:
- Best premium neck fan:
VonHaus Handheld Fan
Pros: Powerful breeze, can be used in different ways, speedy charging
Cons: Has blades, not the most stylish
Rating: 5/5
If you’re dead-set on a headphones-style neck fan, this one won’t be for you. However, if you want a fan that you’ll really feel working (even if you look a bit silly using it), this is my outright winner.
It looks like a mini desk fan rather than headphones, and features enclosed blades, which might not suit someone with long hair. Choose the for a risk-free bladeless option instead.
Pros: Powerful, not as noisy as some, comes in different colours, digital display
Pros: Comes in different colours, angle of fan can be adjusted, comfortable to wear, lightweight
Cons: Highest setting is quite noisy, power switch in an unusual place
Rating: 4/5
Pros: Black colour makes the fan look more like headphones, large vents help cool quicker
Cons: Shorter battery life than others
Pros: One power button, long run time, three settings
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How much does a neck fan cost?
Don’t worry, the price of a neck fan shouldn’t get you hot under the collar. Every neck fan was around the £10 mark, which is plenty to spend on a device you’ll likely only use a few days a year.
Ones that are slightly more expensive tend to have a touch more power or better battery life, but really there’s very little to choose between each model, so it’s best to go for whichever one you like the look of.