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SwitchBot makes a better fan
SwitchBot has launched the Battery Circulator Fan 2 Pro, a compact portable smart fan that improves on its previous battery-powered circulator model with native Matter-over-Wi-Fi support, stronger airflow and longer battery life. The support means it can connect directly to compatible smart-home systems without a separate SwitchBot Hub, while its portable design targets medium-sized rooms, balconies and camping use.
Priced at $119.99, the fan has a 3,600mAh battery rated for up to 70 hours at low speed or four hours at maximum power, and can run longer from a USB-C power bank. It offers 90-degree continuous horizontal and vertical oscillation, a maximum wind speed of 6.5m/s and a claimed throw distance of 33.5 metres, although its 477 CFM airflow is slightly below the model it replaces. It is initially available only in North America; UK and European versions are due later with a negative-ion generator.
In short
- SwitchBot’s new portable fan adds direct Matter smart-home support.
- It claims up to 70 hours of battery life.
- UK and European availability will follow later.
Explained simply
SwitchBot is a company that makes smart home devices designed to add remote control and automation to ordinary household items. Rather than replacing what you already have, its products allow you to upgrade existing devices with connectivity and app-based control.
Portable cooling fans have become increasingly popular with people seeking flexible solutions for home offices, outdoor spaces and travel. When these fans integrate directly with smart home systems, they become more convenient because you can control them alongside other connected devices from a single app.
Improvements in battery life and wireless connectivity standards are making portable smart devices more practical for everyday use. This encourages manufacturers to focus on longer-lasting batteries and better integration with the smart home platforms people already use.