Coleman 2000016472 Cool Zephyr Mini Fan, Red

I had an older version of this Coleman mini fan and loved it because it was sturdy and made extremely well. I gave that one to someone who needed it thinking I could just purchase another one. I was a little disappointed with the materials used to make the new ones. Very cheap materials BUT it is still the best mini fan I have found out there. This is the QUIETEST one I have found and gives the strongest air flow. I even use it in church when having hot flashes it's so quiet. The other ones are a little loud. The blades on the new one can break off from the center but you can snap it back in if that happens. Overall this is the best one I have found out there. If anybody finds a better one let me know. These hot flashes are killer.

Lasted about 2 weeks. I had bought the same Coleman fan from a hardware store about 4 years ago. Worked great and then just stopped working. I used it a lot at work. I live in New Orleans and the summers here are brutal. The hardware store didn't carry them anymore so I was very pleased to find it through Amazon. Coleman is a trusted name, but not so much we me anymore.

I have a small portable 4" fan that is a bit better but this is small enough to put in my pocket and was a lifesaver at a recent outdoor graduation. Everyone else was fanning themselves with their programs but this little fan caught quite a few glances and smiles from the other ladies as they commented on what a great idea it was. It moved just enough air to keep me comfortable around the neck and face. I keep one in purse and one in the glove box so I will always have one handy.

Initially a gift from husband (purchased from Target outdoor sporting goods department) this fan is small and lite weight to carry in purse (even a clutch) or pocket. The blades fold flat when not in use. Powerful but depending on use means extra batteries should be readily available (takes 2 AA). Even though you must hold while in operation it is still discreet not everyone will know. People that have noticed, test drove, then immediately inquired where to purchase. I have purchased for family and friends.

I have heat intolerance associated with Multiple Sclerosis and use this to cool down my food before eating. It makes it very easy for me to do. In the past, I had to have my wife blow on it, but now I can cool it down by myself. Make sure you put the batteries in the right way, or it will burn out the motor. Also, 1 drop onto the floor is all it took for me to break one of the fan blades off. It is not the highest quality, but it works well for what I need it to do.

Let me get right to the pros and cons; Pros: Lightweight Easy to carry Does what its suppose to, keeps you cool Powered by 2 AA batteries Cons: Hard cheap feeling plastic blades Burns batteries fairly quickly Power switch directly under blades Explanation: Im a big guy (260lbs) and I travel to a lot of places where the heat is very unpleasant (Thailand, Philippines, Kuwait, Iraq, etc) plus on top of it I sweat like i run marathons the second i step out from the AC. I sometimes carry a towel but ive found this just pushes the sweat around more often then not so I decided to purchase a fan. I did some research, not wanting to carry around a fan that would draw a lot of attention but would still do the job. I also figured a fan at this price probably wouldnt last long, i was right. Let me say the fan worked well, it cooled me as soon as i turned it on. The motor is strong to be small but im pretty sure its just a electric shaver motor. That being said, i broke it in two wks time. Its a cheap fan, the blades are hard and will cut you if you forget about them. The connection between the blades and rotor is flimsy and after a couple of days the batteries start to wear even with light use. I would recommend this product as long as you understand you need probably need to buy more then one and that you will get what you pay for.

I purchased this fan to be used during my labor in case I got hot flashes. Well I was so hot we had to change batteries after 5 hours of use. It worked perfect for me. My coach held the fan at the top of my head giving me much needed breeze right where it mattered. The unit is small but effective. It would be perfect for a toddler or small child to use on a hot day, especially at an amusement park.

I purchased this fan for a trip in the tropics. However even though the blades turned, the fan blew no air. Basically, all it did was wirr. Nice if you like wirring noises. Not good if you want air being blown. Anyway, the fan stopped after less than two minutes of use. It did start again on a 7 second cycle. Great. A seven second wirr cyle. Still no air. I tried reversing the blades to see if that would do anything. It cooled my knuckles. This wasn't what I was looking for in a fan. I am very disappointed in Coleman. Why would they create a fan that is good for nothing but wirring and cooling knuckles?

Cet équipement fonctionne très bien tel que montré. Il faut le tenir en main ou être intelligent pour improviser un pied pour le faire tenir sur une table. Mettre un pied sur ce ventilateur aurait été si simple !!!

Didn't even blow air!!!!!!

These are perfect for those hot hot days where you are not near the air conditioner. Note : I ordered this in early June and it arrive late August

Cool

Bought as a gag gift, but it quit shortly after they got it.