4 Best Neck Fans, Tested & Reviewed

Boasting a sleek design that’s available in seven colorways, this neck fan enables you to choose among three speed settings to help you cool down fast. It sports a curved design that’s adjustable, so it should comfortably rest on your neck during long periods of use. Another unique feature: This model has built-in lights for a fashionable (albeit somewhat unnecessary) touch.

✔️ How it performed in our tests: This neck fan earned top scores in our Lab tests, especially when it came to ease of use. It features one on/off button that lets you adjust its airflow to your liking, and we love that it operates quietly yet efficiently. According to GH Institute Test Engineer Alec Scherma, the fan’s flexible design makes it a breeze to open and close around your neck comfortably. He adds that its lightweight design makes it a top choice for extended use, as well as its impressive battery life, though he does point out that charging times are slow.

Not only is this neck fan affordable, but it features a convenient, foldable design so you can easily squeeze it into your backpack or purse when traveling or commuting. It comes with 12 hours of claimed battery life at its lowest setting, in addition to three speed settings so you can adjust just how much cool airflow you need. It’s also rechargeable via USB-C.

✔️ How it performed in our tests: Easy to use and comfortable to wear, according to our pros, we liked this neck fan for its portable, foldable design. While our test engineer notes that it can feel stiffer than other picks that seamlessly open and close around your neck, he appreciates that it can be easily adjusted and found that the airflow was both effective and pleasant. Additionally, we like that it’s lightweight, features a small display and has a sufficient amount of power to help you stay cool for a few hours. Alec tested the device on its max speed from 100%-0% and it lasted 3.5 hours.

The priciest pick on our list, the Torras is for anyone who plans on getting a lot of use out of their device. Unlike other neck fans, it stands out for its immersive cooling effect, which makes the actual device itself (not just the air) cooler, as well as its ability to provide heat. In addition to powerful airflow, we like that you’re able to choose among four modes (eco, auto, alternating and relief) for the best experience. It’s also compatible with an app on your phone for personalized temperature management.

✔️ How it performed in our tests: Although a bit heavier than some of the other models we tested, our pros found this pick to be high-quality and appreciated that a travel case is included for storing your neck fan when on the go. Scherma likes its “solid build,” which doesn’t sacrifice flexibility, as well as its two display screens. In tests, it earned top scores for cooling power and charged faster than other fans, though it also died faster. On top of being one of the coldest devices we tested that actively cools and blows cool air, it features a heating function that Scherma found impressively hot (if not too hot!).

This slim neck fan comes in three colors (black, pink and white) and can be taken wherever and whenever you need some extra air. It has a claimed batter life of at least 3.5 hours, depending on how much power you need. Its angle is adjustable so you can find the perfect fit on your neck to maximize airflow, and it can be recharged via USB-C when it’s time.

✔️ How it performed in our tests: Our pros liked this powerful fan for its “shooting” sensation along the neck, which created a cooling effect. We also found it reasonably comfortable to wear over an extended period of time and liked that it’s flexible enough to adjust closer or further away from the neck. It is, however, a bit louder than others on our list and only features a display for battery charge.