TechCrunch compares handheld mini fans for coping with increasingly frequent summer heat, assessing whether premium models from Dyson and Shark justify their far higher prices than basic £10–£15 alternatives. The article concludes that each performs well for different needs, with the best choice depending on budget, portability and willingness to carry a more conspicuous device.

The $99 Dyson HushJet was judged the most powerful, with five speed settings and useful desktop accessories, but its roughly seven-inch size, weight and noise make it unsuitable for pockets. The $149 Shark ChillPill was considered the most versatile: it includes interchangeable fan, water-mister and cooling-plate attachments, stands upright for desk use, and was tested successfully at an outdoor softball tournament, though it is bulkier and more expensive.