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Shark’s ChillPill Handheld Fan Is My Current Favorite, Thanks to These Special Features

9.5 / 10

Score

ChillPill

Pros

Bladeless fan has 10 speeds
Comes with cooling plate and water mister attachments
Can be used three ways
Lightweight at 0.77 pounds
Comes in 8 colors
Battery runs up to 11 hours

Cons

Pricey at full price of $150
Accessories sold separately, from $10 to $40
Loud at higher speeds, up to 74.6 dBA

CNET’s key takeaways

At a full price of $150, the Shark ChillPill is pricey, but it could be worth it for those who want a device that functions as more than a portable fan.
I’m especially impressed with the ChillPill’s dry-touch mister and cooling plate, which can reduce skin temperature by up to 16 degrees Fahrenheit.
I did occasionally experience issues pressing the display to activate the device. I also don’t love that all its accessories are sold separately, from $10 to $40.

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