Venturing Outdoors Just Got Easier With These Summer-Proof Handheld Fans (2024)

If you’re worried about fan blades and little fingers, these small blades are kept tucked away. The shell also helps keep the noise down if you’re looking for something super quiet, and it uses air jet expansion technology to double cool air output.

With over 2,300 five-star reviews, use this top pick as a handheld, wear it as a lanyard, or prop it up on a table (it has an anti-slip bottom).

You can even bundle this item with a baby stroller fan that attaches to the handle to keep your little ones cool.

Nope, this isn’t a digital thermometer. Boasting nearly three times the power of a basic model, this handheld fan can reach up to 13550 RPM, with a wind speed of 10m/s. That’s a lot of power—it might even replace your normal desk fan.

Reviewers love the LED screen, which allows you to see the wind speed and battery level at a glance.

We tested this one during a heat wave, and it’s small but mighty. Since it can fit easily in almost any bag, it’s perfect for standing in hot lines at amusement parks or staying cool at a baseball game. As a bonus, it has a built-in flashlight and can work as an emergency phone charger.

The blades are soft but they pop open and spin, so this one might not be ideal for little kids.

Not much bigger than your phone, this compact fan lays totally flat and can easily fit in a pocket. Plus, it has a kickstand that you can use to keep it propped for stationary use.

Add a bit of water, and you’ll basically have your own mini air conditioner. Some reviewers note that the water may leak, especially on the older model, but they do like the fan overall.

If you like having options, this one offers them. You can wear it around your neck, hold it in your hand, or prop it up on a desk or picnic table.

Most reviewers rave about this fan and say they’ve ordered multiples for family and friends. On the flip side, a few users note that it takes a while to charge fully.

If you don’t want the hassle of carrying a bulky fan and a portable charger in your bag, this one works double duty. The top half is a powerful mini fan and the bottom half not only powers your cooling breeze but can also give your phone a power boost.

It folds in multiple ways, including one configuration that supports your phone. This is a great option if you want to put it on a nightstand or desk while you watch a movie.

You can hold this one, use the legs like a tripod, or clip it onto anything from a stroller to a rear-facing car seat to keep the littlest ones cool on a hot day.

It has a secure cover that even tiny fingers can’t access, and there are LED lights with three settings if you want to use it while camping or as a night light.

If you don’t like messing around with a lot of charging cords in your bag, this fan has a docking station where it can run and charge at the same time, so you can use it overnight if you’d like.

At under $10, it’s a solid option for frequent travelers to use on the go and in hotels. It’s slim, so it won’t take up a ton of space in a carry-on, but if you need more power, you might want a different model.