EasyAcc Mini Handheld Fan review: our verdict on the pocket-sized fan

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How we tested

Mumsnet editor Poppy tested the EasyAcc Mini Handheld Fan at home and on the move, taking detailed notes on its effectiveness, ease of use and battery life. Poppy tested the fan in a number of everyday situations, including at her WFH desk, on a dog walk and as a passenger in a car with no air conditioning.

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How effective is the EasyAcc Mini Handheld Fan?

With 3 fan speeds to choose from the Mini Handheld Fan creates a quiet, gentle breeze that helps cool you down in hot and stuffy situations. Its small size is its main selling point - at just 14cm long, it'll fit easily into your pocket or bag. However, a small fan can only create a small amount of air circulation, so don't expect an arctic blast from this compact accessory.

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What's the EasyAcc Mini Handheld Fan like to use day-to-day?

It's nice and light - the weight of "2 eggs" as the description on Amazon boasts, or 120g to you and me - and comes with a handy fabric loop, so you can sling it round your wrist or bag strap when you're not using it.

There's also a little stand included, so it can stand upright and keep you cool at your desk, too. However, standing upright like this means it's not super stable, and can wobble if the surface its placed on isn't 100% still.

The fan comes with a long charging cable, so if it gets low on battery you can plug it in and keep using it. Speaking of battery, it can last up to a whopping 17 hours from a full charge on the lowest setting, and 5.5 on the highest.

I found it handy for a quick cool down on the train, but I'd probably opt for a neck fan if I wanted a portable fan to use for an extended period. Its small size and weight would make it a good option for labour, as you can target the fan wherever on your body needs it.

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Is the EasyAcc Mini Handheld Fan good value for money?

At £13, it's one of the cheapest fans we've tested. Its small stature means it's not going to provide dramatic cooling, but will certainly take the edge off when you're feeling the heat.

I liked the thoughtful inclusion of a stand and loop handle to increase the fan's versatility, so I think it's a great buy if you're looking for a fan to keep handy, that you can grab at a moments notice for heatwaves, public transport, hot flushes and labour.

About the author

Poppy O'Neill is a Content Editor at Mumsnet and a mother of two. She's been researching and reviewing baby and child products for 2 years, with a particular focus on baby essentials, toys and books for toddlers and outdoor play equipment. From potties to paddling pools and bunk beds to bedtime stories, she loves to deep-dive into research and find the best products out there.

Poppy is also an award-winning, best-selling children's and parenting author of books such as Don't Worry, Be Happy, The Extraordinary Book That Makes You Feel Happy and Mother Power. She specialises in children's mental health and her books are used by therapists, teachers and SENCOs across the UK. She won a The Week Junior Book Award in 2023, her books have been translated into several languages and she's been featured in The Guardian, The Sunday Times and The Sun.

After earning a BA in Creative Writing from the University of Leeds and a PGCert in Fashion and Lifestyle Journalism from University of the Arts London, she worked in fashion for most of her 20s. When her children were young, she undertook an MA in Creative Writing from the University of Chichester and re-trained as an author and freelance writer.

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