Overnight desk or bedside air
You want overnight desk or bedside air and you care about low-speed hours and a dark display. You want a hands-free desk or bedside fan with a sweep and a timer at about £25.
Cordless fan comparison 2026
The best cordless fans, compared.
Top pick: Bearwind S40 Best value: TriPole KW57 – Best value on a different ASIN, the TriPole KW57 at about £18.99. Updated 20 October 2026.
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A cordless fan is a rechargeable fan you can run away from a UK 13 A socket. You are buying air on your skin, not a lower room temperature. Judge runtime at the speed you will use, noise at arm’s length, a cleanable grille, and a charger. You want overnight desk or bedside air and you care about low-speed hours and a dark display. You are travelling and a fan near 200 g beats a stand. A desk fan is hands-free for one person. A telescopic stand starts to cover a bed. The checks before you buy are in the [Cordless fan buying guide](/hub/cooling/cordless-fan/sub/cordless-fan-buying-guide).
A cordless fan is a rechargeable fan you can run away from a UK 13 A socket. You are buying air on your skin, not a lower room temperature.
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Personal buying guide
Which cordless fan fits?
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What do you need it to do?
The best cordless fans in detail
Our view
The Bearwind S40 is a 186 g handheld, 5.8 × 6.3 × 17.5 cm, with five speeds, seven blades and a 4,000 mAh battery. The seller quotes up to 12 hours and a USB-C charge of about 3 hours, without a table that splits those hours by speed, plus an airflow claim of up to 9 m/s. Across 4.6 from 4,894 reviews, the largest count in this set, people praise the breeze for the size and say the lower settings last. The same reviews say it is noisy close to your face on the higher settings, and that the speed button steps up and does not cycle back down. The listing noise figure is 40 dB. A fold-out stand, a 180° fold and a lanyard are described, and the use line says outdoor. At £19.99 it is a strong pocket fan, and a poor substitute if you need both hands free for a whole evening at a desk.
Pros
- 186 g, with a lanyard and a fold-out stand
- 4.6 from 4,894 reviews, the largest count in this set
- Five speeds and a claimed runtime of up to 12 hours
- USB-C charge of about 3 hours, 4,000 mAh
- Lower settings praised for battery life in a pocket or bag
Cons
- Noisy close to the face on higher settings
- 40 dB listing figure, with no speed split on the 12-hour claim
- Speed button steps up and does not cycle back down
- Not a hands-free fan for a long desk session
Best for: You want a light fan to hold, hang, or perch for a short spell, at about £20.
Less suitable: You need oscillation, a timer, or hours of hands-free air across a desk or a bed.
Specifications
- Model
- Bearwind S40
- Brand
- Bearwind
- Price
- ∼£20
- Customer rating
- 4.6/5(4,894)
- Type
- Handheld
- Battery
- 4000 mAh
- Claimed runtime
- Up to 12 h
- Speeds
- 5
- Oscillation
- No
- Noise claim
- 40 dB
- Controls
- Buttons
- Where you can use it
- Outdoor
- Misting
- No
Common questions
Is the Bearwind S40 a desk fan or a hand fan?
The listing calls the mount free standing and the use outdoor. The seller also describes a handheld, a desk stand and a neck lanyard, with a 180° fold. It weighs 186 g.
How long does the Bearwind S40 claim to run?
The seller quotes up to 12 hours and a USB-C charge of about 3 hours. It does not split that claim by speed. The title states a 4,000 mAh battery.
How loud is the Bearwind S40 on the listing?
The listing noise figure is 40 dB. Reviews praise the airflow and also say it is noisy close to your face on the higher settings.
Our view
The KASYDoFF F42 is an 8 inch telescopic desk fan, 20 × 20 × 42 cm and 363 g, with a 5,400 mAh battery and four speeds. The seller quotes 6 hours on high and more than 24 hours in eco, plus a timer from 1 to 8 hours and a 90° sweep. Across 4.6 from 1,737 amazon.co.uk reviews, people use it as a personal desk or bedside fan, and one reviewer ran it all night on setting 1. The same notes say the sweep is noisier to one side, and that the charge lights keep flashing. The listing does not say whether it can run while it charges, and the bullets describe three buttons even though one review mentions a remote. At £24.99 it is the top pick in this comparison: the star line, the timer and the oscillation are all on the page, and the 25 dB figure remains a seller claim. It will not cool a whole room, and the indoor field means a camping line in the seller text is not an outdoor rating.
Pros
- 90° oscillation and a stated 1–8 hour timer
- Claimed 6 hours on high and 24+ hours in eco from 5,400 mAh
- 4.6 from 1,737 reviews at £24.99
- Telescopic neck and a foldable base, 363 g
- One reviewer ran it all night on setting 1
Cons
- Sweep is noisier to one side
- Charge lights that keep flashing
- Running while charging is not stated
- 25 dB is a listing claim, not a measurement we made
Best for: You want a hands-free desk or bedside fan with a sweep and a timer at about £25.
Less suitable: You need a pocket fan, outdoor mist, or air across a whole room.
Specifications
- Model
- KASYDoFF F42
- Brand
- KASYDoFF
- Price
- ∼£25
- Customer rating
- 4.6/5(1,737)
- Type
- Telescopic desk
- Battery
- 5400 mAh
- Claimed runtime
- 6 h high / 24+ h eco
- Speeds
- 4
- Oscillation
- 90°
- Noise claim
- 25 dB
- Controls
- Buttons
- Where you can use it
- Indoor
- Misting
- No
Common questions
Does the KASYDoFF F42 oscillate?
The listing says it oscillates through 90°. A telescopic neck and a foldable base are also in the seller text. One review says the sweep is noisier to one side.
How long does the KASYDoFF F42 claim to run?
The seller quotes 6 hours at maximum speed and 24+ hours in eco mode from a 5,400 mAh battery. A timer from 1 to 8 hours is listed. Whether it can run while charging is not stated.
What is the Amazon rating for the KASYDoFF F42?
The amazon.co.uk listing in the saved listing shows 4.6 out of 5 from 1,737 reviews, at £24.99.
Our view
The TriPole KW57 is a 320 g desk fan, about 6.4 × 13.5 × 16.5 cm, with a 4,000 mAh battery and four speeds, at £18.99. The seller quotes up to 31 hours on low and 5 hours on high, with a listing noise line of 20 dB and a bullet that says under 20 dB on low. Across 4.6 from 376 reviews, people praise the airflow for the size and call the first two speeds quiet beside a bed. The head tilts up to 120°, which is aiming, not an automatic sweep, and the seller describes a detachable grille, a battery display and a rear switch so it does not switch on in a bag. One review says it shut down from heat when it was charged and run hard in a heatwave. The listing does not say it can run while charging. It is the best value here because that star line sits on the lowest price in the set, if you can live without a sweep.
Pros
- £18.99, the lowest price in this set, at 4.6 from 376 reviews
- Claimed 31 hours on low and 5 hours on high from 4,000 mAh
- Reviews call the first two speeds quiet beside a bed
- 120° tilt, detachable grille and a battery display
- Rear switch intended to stop it switching on in a bag
Cons
- No automatic oscillation
- No timer stated
- One review: heat shutdown if you charge and run it hard
- 20 dB and “under 20 dB” are both seller lines
Best for: You want the cheapest credible desk fan in this set and you do not need a sweep.
Less suitable: You need oscillation, or you plan to charge it and run it flat out at the same time.
Specifications
- Model
- TriPole KW57
- Brand
- TriPole
- Price
- ∼£19
- Customer rating
- 4.6/5(376)
- Type
- Desk
- Battery
- 4000 mAh
- Claimed runtime
- 31 h low / 5 h high
- Speeds
- 4
- Oscillation
- No
- Noise claim
- 20 dB
- Controls
- Buttons
- Where you can use it
- Indoor and outdoor
- Misting
- No
Common questions
How long does the TriPole KW57 claim to run?
The seller quotes up to 31 hours on low and 5 hours on high from a 4,000 mAh battery. The listing noise figure is 20 dB, and the bullet says under 20 dB on low.
Does the TriPole KW57 oscillate?
Automatic oscillation is not stated. The seller says the head tilts up to 120°. A rear switch is described to stop it switching on in a bag.
Can you charge the TriPole KW57 while it runs?
The listing does not say. One review says the fan shut down from heat when it was charged and run hard in a heatwave.
Our view
The ELZO travel fan weighs 680 g, measures about 20 × 8 × 25 cm, and carries a 10,000 mAh battery with a claimed runtime of up to 28 hours that is not split by speed. The seller describes three N52 magnets, a folding hook, a remote and three night-light modes, and says it supports USB charging while in use plus reverse charging. Across 4.6 from 82 reviews, people mention a ferry and an office, which is a thin sample next to the Bearwind’s thousands. One review says it is not four speeds as described, because a fourth mode cycles through the others. Another, a one-star review, alleges a charging fault. No decibel figure is on the listing, and “cruise approved” is a seller sentence, not a ship’s rule. At £24.99 it is a fan for a metal surface or a hook, not a proven quiet bedside fan.
Pros
- 10,000 mAh and a claimed runtime of up to 28 hours
- Three N52 magnets, a folding hook and a remote
- Seller says it can charge while in use
- 4.6 from 82 reviews, with ferry and office mentions
Cons
- Only 82 reviews
- One review says the fourth mode is not a fourth fixed speed
- A one-star review alleges a charging fault
- No decibel figure, and “cruise approved” is not clearance
Best for: You want a fan that can hang or stick to metal, and you accept a small review count.
Less suitable: You want a quiet bedroom fan with a large UK review sample, or a documented speed table.
Specifications
- Model
- ELZO magnetic travel fan
- Brand
- ELZO
- Price
- ∼£25
- Customer rating
- 4.6/5(82)
- Type
- Magnetic travel
- Battery
- 10000 mAh
- Claimed runtime
- Up to 28 h
- Speeds
- 4
- Oscillation
- No
- Controls
- Remote
- Where you can use it
- Indoor and outdoor
- Misting
- No
- Runs while charging
- Yes
Common questions
Can the ELZO fan stick to a metal surface?
The seller says three N52 magnets and a folding hook. Reviews mention using it on a ferry and in an office. A cruise line’s own rules are not in the listing.
Does the ELZO fan run while it charges?
The seller says it supports USB charging while in use, and reverse charging. Claimed runtime is up to 28 hours from 10,000 mAh.
Does the ELZO fan have four speeds?
The seller describes three fixed speeds plus a fourth mode that cycles through them. One review says that is not four separate speeds.
Our view
The Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo in charcoal, model FA050UK, is a misting portable at £129.00, 22 × 21.2 × 29.1 cm and 1.77 kg, listed at 36 W with 240 V printed on the page. The seller says it can run corded or cordless, and quotes, without misting, up to 12 hours on speed 1, up to 3.5 hours on speed 3 and up to 1 hour on speed 5. The listing noise figure is 45 dB, and a separate field says two power levels while the speed count says five. The amazon.co.uk line is 4.4 from 1,075 reviews, and the same review text appears on the quartz listing, so that is one shared block. Reviewers praise a fine mist that they say does not soak the room, and one calls it a bit loud for indoor sleep. The bullet says the fan and a charger are in the box, while the included-components line says a base stand and a handle. Shark offers a 2-year guarantee if you register. The mist is a spray, not a dehumidifier, and this is not the larger FlexBreeze’s 24-hour claim.
Pros
- Misting tank, indoor or outdoor, corded or cordless as the seller states
- Runtime split without mist: up to 12 h, 3.5 h and 1 h on speeds 1, 3 and 5
- 4.4 from 1,075 reviews, shared with the quartz listing
- 45 dB on this charcoal listing; 1.77 kg
- 2-year guarantee if you register with Shark
Cons
- £129.00, far above the desk fans, for a personal mister rather than a room cooler
- Review text is shared with the quartz ASIN, so it is not a second sample
- Box lines disagree: fan and charger, or a base stand and a handle
- One reviewer calls it a bit loud for indoor sleep; speed field says 2 and 5
Best for: You want a mist you can take outside, and you will use Shark’s charger.
Less suitable: You only need a £20 desk breeze, or you expected a 24-hour runtime from a different FlexBreeze.
Specifications
- Model
- Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo
- Brand
- Shark
- Price
- ∼£129
- Customer rating
- 4.4/5(1,075)
- Type
- Misting portable
- Claimed runtime
- 12 h / 3.5 h / 1 h
- Speeds
- 5
- Noise claim
- 45 dB
- Controls
- Buttons
- Where you can use it
- Indoor and outdoor
- Misting
- Yes
Common questions
How long does the charcoal HydroGo claim to run?
The seller quotes, without misting, up to 12 hours on speed 1, up to 3.5 hours on speed 3 and up to 1 hour on speed 5. The listing noise figure is 45 dB. It weighs 1.77 kg.
Does this HydroGo include a mist function?
Yes. The seller describes an integrated tank for indoor or outdoor mist. This charcoal listing is £129.00 and offers a 2-year guarantee if you register with Shark.
What is in the box for FA050UK?
The bullet says the Shark fan and a charger. The included-components line says a base stand and a handle. Both are on the listing. A telescoping pedestal is not listed in this colour’s bullet.
Our view
The quartz HydroGo, model FA050UKPK, is the same 1.77 kg misting fan at £134.00, with the same claimed runtimes without misting: up to 12 hours on speed 1, up to 3.5 hours on speed 3 and up to 1 hour on speed 5. A noise figure is not on this listing, the controls are described as touch, and the page again prints both five speeds and a two-level power field. The box line is the fan and a charger. A power bank, car charger, telescoping pedestal and carry bag are listed as accessories sold separately. The 4.4 from 1,075 reviews matches the charcoal file, including the review text, so you should not add the two counts. Shared comments praise a fine mist and strong airflow in a heatwave, and one reviewer would not choose it first for indoor sleep because it is a bit loud. You pay £5 more than the charcoal shelf price in this capture for the colour, not for a second pile of evidence or a pedestal in the box.
Pros
- Same speed runtime table as the charcoal FA050UK, without misting
- Seller says indoor or outdoor mist, corded or cordless
- Fan and charger are the stated box contents
- 4.4 from 1,075 reviews, the same block as the charcoal listing
Cons
- £134.00, £5 more than charcoal in this capture, for the colour
- No decibel figure on this listing
- Pedestal, power bank, car charger and carry bag are sold separately
- Not a separate set of 1,075 reviews
Best for: You want the quartz colour and you already accept the HydroGo’s price and mist job.
Less suitable: You wanted a cheaper colour, a decibel figure on the page, or a pedestal in the box.
Specifications
- Model
- Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Quartz
- Brand
- Shark
- Price
- ∼£134
- Customer rating
- 4.4/5(1,075)
- Type
- Misting portable
- Claimed runtime
- 12 h / 3.5 h / 1 h
- Speeds
- 5
- Controls
- Touch
- Where you can use it
- Indoor and outdoor
- Misting
- Yes
Common questions
How does the quartz HydroGo differ on the listing?
It is model FA050UKPK in quartz at £134.00. Runtime claims match the charcoal FA050UK: up to 12, 3.5 and 1 hour on speeds 1, 3 and 5 without misting. A noise figure is not on this listing.
Is a pedestal included with FA050UKPK?
No. The seller lists a power bank, car charger, telescoping pedestal and carry bag as accessories sold separately. The box contents line is the fan and a charger.
Are the quartz and charcoal review counts separate?
Both these listings show 4.4 from 1,075 reviews, and the review text matches. Treat that as one shared block, not two independent samples.
Our view
The WHATOOK CF03 is a slim desk fan, 21 × 18 × 4 cm and about 455 g, with five blades and a 10,000 mAh battery. The seller quotes up to 40 hours at speed 1 and up to 12 hours at speed 100, and says it can run while charging from a laptop, a wall adapter or a power bank. The listing noise figure is 28 dB, with a bullet that says below 30 dB at speed 1, and the display is said to turn off after 15 seconds. Across 4.4 from 224 reviews, people say a low setting can last the night and that it is quiet enough for travel, and they also say the airflow can feel weaker than the slab suggests. One reviewer reports overheating and a loss of full power, and another says the speed control only increases. Automatic oscillation is not stated, a timer is not stated, and the use line is indoor only. At £32.99 you are paying for the large cell and the stepless dial, not for a sweep.
Pros
- 10,000 mAh, with 40 hours claimed at speed 1 and 12 hours at the top
- Seller says it runs while charging, and the display turns off after 15 seconds
- 4.4 from 224 reviews; low speed called quiet
- 455 g and about 4 cm deep, with a USB-C cable in the box
- Stepless speed from 1 to 100
Cons
- No automatic oscillation and no timer stated
- One report of overheating and lost full power
- One reviewer says the speed control only increases
- 40 hours is the speed-1 claim, not the top speed
Best for: You want a flat indoor fan with a large cell and you will stay on a low step overnight.
Less suitable: You need a sweep, a timer, or a fan you can trust at speed 100 for 40 hours.
Specifications
- Model
- WHATOOK CF03
- Brand
- WHATOOK
- Price
- ∼£33
- Customer rating
- 4.4/5(224)
- Type
- Desk
- Battery
- 10000 mAh
- Claimed runtime
- 40 h low / 12 h top
- Speeds
- 100
- Oscillation
- No
- Noise claim
- 28 dB
- Controls
- Dial and buttons
- Where you can use it
- Indoor
- Misting
- No
- Runs while charging
- Yes
Common questions
Can the WHATOOK CF03 run while it charges?
The seller says yes, from a laptop, a wall adapter or a power bank, and that the USB-C port can also output power. A timer is not stated. The display is said to turn off after 15 seconds.
How long does the WHATOOK CF03 claim to run?
The seller quotes up to 40 hours at speed 1 and up to 12 hours at speed 100 from a 10,000 mAh battery. The listing noise figure is 28 dB, and the bullet says below 30 dB at speed 1.
Does the WHATOOK CF03 oscillate?
Automatic oscillation is not stated. The seller describes a 180° adjustable stand, a hanging hook and a wall-mount option. It is listed as indoor only and weighs 455 g.
Our view
The EcoNour A8 is a 960 g white desk fan with a 2,400 mAh battery, the smallest stated capacity in this set, and three speeds listed as 1,500, 1,900 and 2,300 rpm. The seller quotes up to 6 hours on low and about 2.5 hours to charge on USB-C, and does not state a high-speed runtime or a decibel number. The head aims through 360°, which is not an automatic sweep, and the front grille is described as removable, with an ambient LED. Across 4.3 from 48 reviews the staged UK note is thin: a review in the file says it does not run for long on a full charge, and a repeated UK praise theme is not recorded. A separate United States review in that file says a unit smoked after about 10 minutes. That smoke line is not the UK star rating, and a hot or smoking case is still a reason to stop and use the seller. At £28.49 you are paying more than the TriPole for a smaller cell and a much smaller review file.
Pros
- Three speeds with stated rpm, and a 360° head you can aim
- Removable front grille
- Up to 6 hours claimed on low from 2,400 mAh
- 4.3 from 48 reviews at £28.49
Cons
- Smallest stated battery in this set, and high-speed hours are not given
- A review says it does not run for long on a full charge
- No decibel figure and no automatic oscillation
- A United States review reports smoke; that is not the UK star line
Best for: You want a simple indoor desk fan and you have checked that 6 hours on low is enough.
Less suitable: You want a long high-speed runtime, a large UK review sample, or a sweep.
Specifications
- Model
- EcoNour A8
- Brand
- EcoNour
- Price
- ∼£28
- Customer rating
- 4.3/5(48)
- Type
- Desk
- Battery
- 2400 mAh
- Claimed runtime
- Up to 6 h on low
- Speeds
- 3
- Oscillation
- No
- Controls
- Buttons
- Where you can use it
- Indoor
- Misting
- No
Common questions
How long does the EcoNour A8 claim to run?
The seller quotes up to 6 hours on low from a 2,400 mAh battery, and about 2.5 hours to charge on USB-C. High-speed runtime is not stated. Speeds are given as 1,500, 1,900 and 2,300 rpm.
Does the EcoNour A8 oscillate?
Automatic oscillation is not stated. The seller says the head adjusts through 360° so you can aim it. It is listed for indoor use and weighs 960 g.
What is in the EcoNour reviews?
The listing shows 4.3 from 48 reviews. A review in the saved listing says it does not run for long on a full charge. A separate United States review in that file says a unit smoked after about 10 minutes.
Our view
The Primevolve PF11S is a rechargeable 8 inch standing fan, 19.6 × 19.6 × 100 cm and 1.28 kg, with four speeds and a remote the seller says works within 13 ft. It claims 90° oscillation, a 180° head tilt and 6 to 21 hours after a 5 hour USB-C charge, depending on speed. Battery capacity in milliamp-hours is not stated, and a timer is only a question in the saved listing, not a listed feature. The listing noise figure is 40 dB, and a bullet says 30–40 dB even at maximum. Across 4.2 from 479 reviews, praise centres on airflow for the weight, the fold, and overnight use on a modest setting. One review says the charging point stopped charging properly after about 8 weeks if it was touched or moved. At £45.99 it is the short stand in this set with a remote, and the port report is the limit to weigh before you pay more than the telescopic desk fans.
Pros
- Remote within 13 ft, 90° oscillation and a folding stand
- Claimed 6–21 hours by speed after a 5 hour USB-C charge
- 4.2 from 479 reviews, with overnight use on a modest setting
- Height adjusts; listed size 19.6 × 19.6 × 100 cm and 1.28 kg
Cons
- Battery capacity in mAh is not stated
- A timer is not a listed feature
- One review: charging point failed after about 8 weeks
- 40 dB listing, with a bullet that says 30–40 dB
Best for: You want a short indoor stand with a remote and a sweep, and you will watch the charging port.
Less suitable: You want a pocket fan, outdoor mist, or a stated milliamp-hour capacity.
Specifications
- Model
- Primevolve PF11S
- Brand
- Primevolve
- Price
- ∼£46
- Customer rating
- 4.2/5(479)
- Type
- Telescopic stand
- Claimed runtime
- 6–21 h
- Speeds
- 4
- Oscillation
- 90°
- Noise claim
- 40 dB
- Controls
- Remote
- Where you can use it
- Indoor
- Misting
- No
Common questions
Does the Primevolve PF11S have a remote?
Yes. The seller says an infrared remote works the features within 13 ft, with 90° oscillation and four speeds. Listed noise is 40 dB. A bullet says 30–40 dB.
How long does the Primevolve PF11S claim to run?
The seller quotes 6 to 21 hours after a 5 hour USB-C charge, depending on speed. Battery capacity in milliamp-hours is not stated. It weighs 1.28 kg and is listed for indoor use.
What fails in Primevolve reviews?
Praise centres on airflow, the fold and overnight use. One review says the charging point stopped charging properly after about 8 weeks. The listing is 4.2 from 479 reviews, at £45.99.
Our view
The Status IONOS is a foldable 7 inch fan at £19.99 with three button speeds and micro-USB charging. Battery capacity, runtime and whether a mains charger is in the box are not stated, and the included-components field is empty. The size field prints 19.3 × 36 × 99 cm against a 7 inch foldable title, so you should not plan a bag around that line. The listed weight is 582 g. Across 3.8 from 16 reviews, buyers who liked it mention a hot trip without air conditioning, and one calls it quite noisy on a warm night. Two reviews say the charging port broke off and fell inside the case, one of them on the first attempt to plug it in and another after about a month. That failure pattern, on nine review chunks, is why it sits at the bottom of this set.
Pros
- Folds, and some buyers found it useful on a hot trip
- Three button speeds at £19.99
- Listed weight 582 g
Cons
- 3.8 from only 16 reviews
- Charging port broke off inside the case in two reviews
- Battery capacity and runtime are not stated
- Size field of 19.3 × 36 × 99 cm clashes with a 7 inch foldable title
Best for: You already own one and the port is intact, and you only need a short trip fan.
Less suitable: You are choosing a new fan and you want a stated battery life or a port that reviews do not describe failing.
Specifications
- Model
- Status IONOS 7 inch
- Brand
- Status
- Price
- ∼£20
- Customer rating
- 3.8/5(16)
- Type
- Folding desk
- Speeds
- 3
- Controls
- Buttons
- Where you can use it
- Indoor and outdoor
- Misting
- No
Common questions
How do you charge the Status IONOS?
The seller says micro-USB charging. Battery capacity, runtime and whether a mains charger is in the box are not stated. The included-components field is empty.
Is the Status IONOS quiet?
No decibel figure is on the listing. One review calls it quite noisy on a warm night. Another calls it good for the price on a trip without air conditioning.
What do reviews say about the Status charging port?
Two reviews say the charging port broke off and fell inside the case, one of them on the first attempt to plug it in. The listing shows 3.8 from 16 reviews.
Our view
The GAITIR XQ101 is a white desk circulator listed at 1.2 kg, with five speeds, three blades, a 7,800 mAh battery and a claimed runtime of up to 12 hours. The seller states 120° oscillation, a 90° tilt, touch controls and a timer, at 10.5 W, and the listing noise figure is 20 dB. A bullet also says 800 g, so the weight lines on the same page do not agree. Across 3.6 from 104 reviews, the weakest star line with a three-figure count in this set, some buyers still call the airflow usable beside a bed. The criticisms are specific: a rattle, a tilt that falls back, a battery area that gets very hot when it runs while plugged in, instructions in Chinese only, and blades that stopped during oscillation after about six weeks. One review says it does not last as long as described, even on the lowest setting. At £34.19 that pattern is the reason to look at the KASYDoFF or the WHATOOK instead.
Pros
- 120° oscillation, a timer and a battery percentage display are stated
- 7,800 mAh and a claimed runtime of up to 12 hours
- Some reviewers call it usable beside a bed
Cons
- 3.6 from 104 reviews
- Weight listed as 1.2 kg and as 800 g
- Rattle, a tilt that falls back, and blades that stopped while oscillating
- Battery area gets very hot when it runs while plugged in
Best for: You already have one that is quiet and the tilt stays where you put it.
Less suitable: You are buying now and you want a cleaner review pattern at a similar price.
Specifications
- Model
- GAITIR XQ101
- Brand
- GAITIR
- Price
- ∼£34
- Customer rating
- 3.6/5(104)
- Type
- Desk circulator
- Battery
- 7800 mAh
- Claimed runtime
- Up to 12 h
- Speeds
- 5
- Oscillation
- 120°
- Noise claim
- 20 dB
- Controls
- Touch
- Where you can use it
- Indoor and outdoor
- Misting
- No
Common questions
Does the GAITIR XQ101 have a timer?
The seller says yes, with a touch panel that shows speed and battery percentage. It claims five speeds, 120° oscillation and a 90° tilt. Listing weight is 1.2 kg. A bullet also says 800 g.
How long does the GAITIR XQ101 claim to run?
The seller quotes up to 12 hours. The title states 7,800 mAh. Reviews include a report that it does not last as long as described, even on the lowest setting.
What do reviews say about the GAITIR build?
The listing is 3.6 from 104 reviews. Comments include a rattle, a tilt that falls back, a hot battery area when it is plugged in, and blades that stopped during oscillation.
How we compared
Shelf date: 19 October 2026. Source: the eleven amazon.co.uk listings kept in this comparison, the prices and star lines in those files, and the review notes in the listing files. Not a laboratory test. A star rating is not a noise measurement and not a room-temperature drop. The MBSM row was removed because the listing is corded. Good Housekeeping’s “under 40 dB” band is a reviewer’s rule of thumb, not a score. BS EN IEC 60335-2-80 is the fan safety standard. It is not used as points. Weights sum to 100.
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Amazon evidence
35%Round(stars / 5 × 26), then add a volume band: under 100 ratings +1, 100–499 +4, 500–1,999 +6, 2,000 or more +9. Cap the block at 35. The two HydroGo colours share one 4.4 from 1,075 block, so each keeps that volume once and neither is given a second sample.
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UK listing fit
30%floored at 0. Three parts of 10. Runtime, 10: capacity and hours split by speed, 10; hours split by speed with no milliamp-hour figure, 7; capacity with a single “up to” hour, 6; neither, 2; then −4 if reviews dispute the speed count. Form, 10: automatic oscillation plus a timer, or a remote plus oscillation, 10; a desk with tilt or aim and no automatic sweep, 7; a handheld with a fold-out stand, 6; a folding fan with no battery and no runtime, 4. Spec cleanliness, 10: one noise figure and agree
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Review notes
20%A named everyday limit, 2,000 or more reviews, no defect cluster: 16. The same pattern with 500–1,999 reviews: 14, then −2 when the text is shared with another ASIN. Under 500 reviews, with a named limit and no hard failure: 8. A hard fault in the notes (port inside the case, blades stopping, heat shutdown, or a smoke report): 6 when the star line is still 4.2 or higher, otherwise 4. A United States smoke note is not treated as the UK star line, and it is not copied onto other ASINs.
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Price credibility
15%This is the value block. £18–£20, 4.6 from 300 or more, desk fan: 15. £18–£20, 4.6 from 2,000 or more, handheld: 13. £24–£26, 4.6 from 1,000 or more, oscillation and a timer: 12. £24–£26, 4.6, under 100 reviews: 7. £19–£21, under 20 reviews and a port-failure cluster: 3. £28–£30, 4.3, under 100 reviews, short-runtime note: 6. £32–£34, 4.4 from 200 or more, long split runtime: 11. £34–£36, 3.6 and a defect cluster: 3. £45–£47, 4.2 from 400 or more, one port report: 8. £125–£130, shared 4.4, misti
Independent review
Last updated: 20 October 2026
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Cordless fan buying guide
Name the job. A handheld cools a face. A desk fan is hands-free for one person. A telescopic stand starts to cover a bed. A mister adds a spray. None of these is a mains pedestal. Read runtime at your real speed.
What is a cordless fan?
Handheld: Bearwind S40, 186 g, £19.99, 4.6 from 4,894. Small desk: TriPole KW57, £18.99, 4.6 from 376, claimed 31 hours on low; WHATOOK CF03, £32.99, 4.4 from 224, 10,000 mAh. Folding 7 inch: Status IONOS, £19.99, 3.8 from 16. Telescopic: KASYDoFF F42, £24.99, 4.6 from 1,737, 90° oscillation; Primevolve PF11S, £45.99, 4.2 from 479, remote. Magnetic hook: ELZO, £24.99, 4.6 from 82. Misting portable: Shark HydroGo charcoal £129.00 and quartz £134.00, both 4.4 from 1,075.
Best for
- You want a hands-free desk or bedside fan with a sweep and a timer at about £25.
- You want the cheapest credible desk fan in this set and you do not need a sweep.
Not ideal for
- You need a pocket fan, outdoor mist, or air across a whole room.
- You need oscillation, or you plan to charge it and run it flat out at the same time.
Mistakes to avoid
- 1
Do not buy the biggest hour
Do not buy the biggest hour number and then use the top speed.
- 2
Do not treat 20 dB as
Do not treat 20 dB as a lab result, a handheld as a room fan, or “cruise approved” as clearance.
- 3
Stop and use the seller if
Stop and use the seller if the case smokes or swells, if the charging port has fallen inside, if you would have to open a sealed cell, or if the mains charger is damaged.
What to weigh up
Name the job
HighName the job. A handheld cools a face. A desk fan is hands-free for one person. A telescopic stand starts to cover a bed. A mister adds a spray. None of these is a mains pedestal.
Read runtime at your real speed
MediumRead runtime at your real speed. WHATOOK quotes 40 hours at speed 1 and 12 hours at the top. HydroGo quotes up to 12, 3.5, and 1 hour on speeds 1, 3, and 5. The FAQ says up to 4 hours on speed 3. Expert Reviews timed a Sefte 8 inch at 9 hours 27 minutes on medium against a 17-hour claim.
Which option suits you?
Three typical situations, each with a recommendation from this comparison.
A fan to take away
You are travelling and a fan near 200 g beats a stand. You want the cheapest credible desk fan in this set and you do not need a sweep.
A cheap fan or a misting fan
You are choosing between a £25 personal fan and a £130 HydroGo, which buys mist and a named charger, not whole-room cooling.
Common questions about cordless fans
Which cordless fan is the top pick?
The top pick is the KASYDoFF F42 at about £24.99, score 86. The KASYDoFF F42 is an 8 inch telescopic desk fan, 20 × 20 × 42 cm and 363 g, with a 5,400 mAh battery and four speeds. The seller quotes 6 hours on high and more than 24 hours in eco, plus a timer from 1 to 8 hours and a 90° sweep.
Which cordless fan is the best value?
Best value is the TriPole KW57 at about £18.99, score 73. It is a different listing from the top pick. The TriPole KW57 is a 320 g desk fan, about 6.4 × 13.5 × 16.5 cm, with a 4,000 mAh battery and four speeds, at £18.99. The seller quotes up to 31 hours on low and 5 hours on high, with a listing noise line of 20 dB and a bullet that says under 20 dB on low.
Does the KASYDoFF F42 oscillate?
The listing says it oscillates through 90°. A telescopic neck and a foldable base are also in the seller text. One review says the sweep is noisier to one side. The KASYDoFF F42 is an 8 inch telescopic desk fan, 20 × 20 × 42 cm and 363 g, with a 5,400 mAh battery and four speeds.
How long does the KASYDoFF F42 claim to run?
The seller quotes 6 hours at maximum speed and 24+ hours in eco mode from a 5,400 mAh battery. A timer from 1 to 8 hours is listed. Whether it can run while charging is not stated. The KASYDoFF F42 is an 8 inch telescopic desk fan, 20 × 20 × 42 cm and 363 g, with a 5,400 mAh battery and four speeds.
What is the Amazon rating for the KASYDoFF F42?
The amazon.co.uk listing in the saved listing shows 4.6 out of 5 from 1,737 reviews, at £24.99. The KASYDoFF F42 is an 8 inch telescopic desk fan, 20 × 20 × 42 cm and 363 g, with a 5,400 mAh battery and four speeds. The seller quotes 6 hours on high and more than 24 hours in eco, plus a timer from 1 to 8 hours and a 90° sweep.
What should you not assume from the title?
Do not buy the biggest hour number and then use the top speed. Do not treat 20 dB as a lab result, a handheld as a room fan, or “cruise approved” as clearance. Stop and use the seller if the case smokes or swells, if the charging port has fallen inside, if you would have to open a sealed cell, or if the mains charger is damaged.
When should you stop and get help?
Stop and use the seller if the case smokes or swells, if the charging port has fallen inside, if you would have to open a sealed cell, or if the mains charger is damaged. The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 cover 50–1,000 V AC and 75–1,500 V DC, so they bite on a 230 V charger more than on a 5 V motor. The General Product Safety Regulations 2005 still apply. A different comparison is Desk fan.
Our verdict
The top pick is the KASYDoFF F42 at about £24.99. It scores 86, the highest in this set, rated 4.6 from 1,737 reviews. Best value is the TriPole KW57 at about £18.99, a different ASIN, with score 73. Skip the top pick if the limit in its listing is the job you actually have.
Editorial
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Peter F. is the editor for DIY & tools at productscompared.co.uk. Comparisons in this category are checked against amazon.co.uk listings, review evidence and public UK sources.
Updated: 20 October 2026
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Guides to cordless fans
Guides on what to look for, how to use a product, and common mistakes.
Best cordless fan UKMagazine lists crown a Shark, a Meaco or a Duux, and they often skip the fans you will actually click under £50 on amazon.co.uk.Cordless fan buying guideA warm evening in a British flat, with one free socket and a listing that promises 40 hours, is how a rechargeable fan gets bought for.Desk fan vs handheld fanIn a heatwave the two fans look like the same idea: a small rechargeable breeze you can afford this week. A desk fan vs handheld fan.Quiet cordless fan for bedroomYou want a breeze through a warm night in a UK bedroom, and you wake if a light stays on or a motor starts to drone. A quiet cordless.How to use a rechargeable fanYou have just unboxed a cordless fan, or it has lived in a cupboard since the last heatwave, and the first evening is when the port and the battery show what you bought.
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Sources
Public UK sources named below. amazon.co.uk prices, stars and review counts on these listings were read on 19 October 2026. Page updated 20 October 2026.
- Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations (retrieved 2026-10-20)
- General Product Safety Regulations (retrieved 2026-10-20)
- Batteries (retrieved 2026-10-20)
- CAA watt-hour method (retrieved 2026-10-20)
- BS EN IEC 60335-2-80:2024+A11: (retrieved 2026-10-20)
- Shark HydroGo (retrieved 2026-10-20)
- Expert Reviews, Sefte 8 inch (retrieved 2026-10-20)
- OPSS Valiant recall, a different product (retrieved 2026-10-20)
Expert source (DIY & tools): Charlie White (Charlie DIYte) (external profile) – public expert commentary used as a research source, not as a contributor to our pages.
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