The OCOOPA USB Desk Table Fan, priced at £16.99, has become a lifeline for home workers during the UK heatwave, with nearly 15,000 Amazon customers giving it a 4.4 out of five rating. As temperatures are forecast to hit 30°C next week, this compact device offers a refreshing blast of cool air.
Features and Performance
Powered by USB for easy laptop connection, the fan features a 360° rotating head and three adjustable speeds. Available in five colours including black, pink, and blue, it is designed for desks or bedside tables. One buyer described it as 'a lifesaver' during the June heatwave, stating: 'Excellent little fan... it's been a lifesaver during this recent heatwave. I use it while working from home and there's a lovely cooling breeze that keeps me sane during the day.'
Portability and Versatility
Reviewers highlight its portability, with one user noting use on a bus and in hotel rooms. Another said: 'Compact and sturdy... can be packed easily in a suitcase for travel - a lifesaver in baking hotel rooms. Has a quality feel and runs quietly. Shifts a lot of air for its size.' The fan can run for hours off a small power bank.
Noise Levels
Opinions on noise vary. One customer wrote: 'A very neat, effective fan... it delivers a refreshing blast of cool air from the bedside table. It is not intrusively noisy during use.' However, another noted: 'A nice desk fan... can be a little loud on the highest setting.'
Alternatives
At Yimbly, shoppers can save 10% on the Dimplex Desk Friend Fan with code SUMMER10, bringing it to £38.99. This fan also offers a heater setting for year-round use. Debenhams has reduced the Quipulse Multifunctional Desktop Misting Fan to £32.99, which adds a cooling mist.
