Let’s be honest, we Brits love to moan about the rain, but when the sun actually shows up (and refuses to leave), we’re suddenly melting faster than our iced lattes - and complaining about that, too. With rising temperatures making working from home feel like sitting in a sauna and restless nights becoming the norm, it’s no surprise that many are desperately searching for ways to cool down. While the Dyson fan (and, ahem, Dyson fan dupes...) were all the rage last summer, there's a new gadget vying for first place as the must-have fan this year... Shark's viral TurboBlade.
The brand best known for revolutionising our hair tools, notably the favoured FlexStyle Airdryer, and for the hardworking vacuums, Shark is now making waves in the cooling game with its powerful, whisper-quiet fans that are your heatwave hero in sleek disguise.
During this heatwave, my FYP has been flooded with reviewers raving about Shark's TurboBlade Tower Fan. The chic, streamlined model has made viral waves on TikTok, as many have said this particular model has been a saviour.
Unlike typical fans that can be clunky and loud, this adjustable fan can pivot from a focused vertical position to horizontal to distribute widespread airflow across all areas of a room - we're instantly sold. We spotted a selection of influencers on TikTok perfectly aligning this fan in line with a bed to create the most relaxing and cooling atmosphere, as let's face it, sleeping in this heat is no joke. There's also a ton of videos raving about the way this fan can be adjusted with the multi-directional vents to spread cool air in all areas of a living room.
Shark Slim, sleek and quiet - not typical words you would associate with a fan, but this one hits the brief. The futuristic, modern design not only looks chic but sits discreetly in any room, while the powerful airflow gets to work to keep every corner cool. Also available in black.
Pros
- Bladeless, sleek design
- Can pivot, twist and oscillate for 180° coverage
- Powerful airflow
- Multiple speed settings
- Quiet motor
Cons
- Taller design might not suit smaller spaces
Of course, this viral tower fan has gained plenty of traction recently, saving us from the dreaded heatwave. But if you're looking to discover the other FlexBreeze fans available from Shark, it's not just the influencer's favourite that the brand has to offer. Keep scrolling to find the perfect fan for you this summer.
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Shark This cordless, powerful fan is perfect to cool you down from desk to deckchair. Shark's FlexBreeze has 12 different uses, including tabletop, cordless, 5-speed options, and 180-degree oscillation. Reviewers have been raving about how compact, lightweight, and quiet this fan runs, and they love how easy it is to use.
Pros
- Remote-controlled
- 24-hour battery life
- Quiet motor, great for working and sleeping
- Powerful fan to reach all areas
Cons
- Taller setup takes up more floor space
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Mist yourself beyond the back garden - Shark's cordless and portable FlexBreeze Fan works indoors and outdoors to incorporate a light mist into its powerful fan. For those looking for a step up from Shark's FlexBreeze, this is for you. The added misting system has been designed to reduce temperatures by up to 6°C with a range of up to 20 metres.
Pros
- Can be used with ice or water
- Indoor and outdoor use
- Cordless and portable
- Powerful and quiet
- Doubles up as a hose for the garden
Cons
- Quite chunky appearance
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Georgia Scott is a beauty product writer for Bauer Media, writing for Grazia. Georgia specialises in beauty writing and spends her days hunting for the latest trending beauty products to get her hands on and review.