If you’ve ever walked under midday sun or sat in a stuffy office without air-conditioning, you’ll know that a portable fan isn’t just a nice extra, but a survival gear. I’ve been testing two of JustZan’s portable fans models: the High Speed Portable Handheld Fan and the Foldable Fan With Cooling Pad. On paper, both promise cooling comfort, but they go about it in very different ways. Let’s dive in.
First Impressions and What’s Inside
The High Speed Fan greets you with a neat unboxing experience: the fan itself, a USB-C cable, a wrist strap, and a manual. The wrist strap might sound minor, but when you’re squeezing into a crowded LRT, it’s reassuring to know the fan won’t slip out of your hand.
The Foldable Fan takes a different route. Inside the box, you’ll find the fan, a foldable stand that doubles as a phone holder, a cable, and a manual. It feels like JustZan designed this one with desk setups and multipurpose use in mind, rather than just handheld cooling.
Power and Wind Performance
This is where both fans show their personalities. The High Speed Fan uses a dial that lets you fine-tune the airflow across a wide range of settings. Even at level 29, I could feel a consistent breeze indoors, and outdoors it took around level 49 to keep things comfortable. The airflow feels smooth and steady — no pulsing or jittering that you often get from other handheld fans.
The Foldable Fan, on the other hand, has five preset speed levels. But don’t underestimate it. Even speed 1 is surprisingly strong, more than enough to cool your face indoors or even outside on a hot day. You don’t get the fine control of the High Speed, but you also don’t really need to keep fiddling with it — just pick a level, and it works.
Personally, I found the High Speed better for those who like control and gradual adjustment, while the Foldable is more of a straightforward, powerful “set it and forget it” option.
Battery Life and Charging
Battery life is one area where the High Speed Fan clearly pulls ahead. With its battery, it lasted me almost a full day at moderate speeds — about eight hours before I had to think about charging. Even at maximum power, it kept going for several solid hours. The built-in LED display showing both the wind speed and battery percentage adds to the sense of reliability.
The Foldable Fan’s battery isn’t as long-lasting. At its lowest speed, I got about four and a half hours before it needed a recharge. This is partly because it only has 5 speed levels, and even speed 1 delivers a stronger breeze than typical entry-level fans, so battery consumption is naturally higher. Still, that’s enough to get you through a few work meetings or a half day outside, though you’ll likely need a power bank if you plan to use it more extensively. It doesn’t show exact percentages, only charging indicators through LED lights. For short bursts of cooling, it does the job well, but for all-day use, I personally prefer the High Speed Fan for its longer-lasting reliability.
Noise and Everyday Use
Both fans are designed with portability in mind, but their sound profiles are noticeably different. The High Speed is impressively quiet. At lower to mid levels, it’s just a soft hum that disappears into background noise. Even on public transport, I never felt self-conscious using it.
The Foldable Fan, however, has a more audible presence. Even on its lowest setting, the hum was noticeable enough that colleagues in a quiet office commented when I switched it off. It’s not obnoxious, but if you’re sensitive to noise or work in very quiet environments, this might be a deal-breaker.
Design and Portability
In terms of design, the High Speed Fan feels sleek and minimal. It’s light enough to slip into a tote or even a larger pocket, and the simple dial with an LED display makes it look a touch more premium than your average mini fan. I liked how easy it was to clean the blades too — just pop open the grill at the back, wipe it down, and you’re good.
The Foldable Fan is slightly bulkier, about the size of a folded phone, but its design is far more versatile. It can stand on your desk using the included stand (which also works as a phone holder), it can hang from your bag with its built-in hook, and you can even tilt it up or down manually to adjust the angle. But the standout feature is the cooling pad. With a simple press of a button, you can activate it and place the pad against your neck or wrist for an instant cooling effect. On particularly hot days, this felt like a lifesaver — it’s not something you get with most portable fans.
Price and Value
Here’s where the decision gets tricky. The High Speed Fan costs $29.90 / RM99.90, which is very fair given its performance, long battery life, and overall polish. It’s a no-nonsense purchase that feels like it delivers more than what you pay for. The Foldable Fan, meanwhile, comes in at $49.90 / RM159.00. It’s pricier, but you’re paying for the extra features: the stand, the hook, and most importantly, the cooling pad. Whether that’s worth it depends entirely on how you plan to use it. (Tip: check the shop page for the latest promotions — you might find it on sale.)
Which One Should You Buy?
If you’re after something reliable, quiet, and long-lasting for daily commuting or office use, the High Speed Portable Fan is the better buy. It gives you smooth, adjustable airflow, an LED display for peace of mind, and enough endurance to last all day. It’s the fan you throw in your bag and forget about until you need it, and it never lets you down.
The Foldable Fan With Cooling Pad, on the other hand, feels more like a multifunction gadget. It doesn’t last as long on a single charge, and it’s a little louder, but the extra features make it much more adaptable. That cooling pad is genuinely useful during sweltering outdoor days, and the foldable stand makes it just as good on a desk as in your hand. It’s pricier, yes, but it gives you more ways to stay comfortable.
If I had to put it simply: the High Speed is your dependable daily driver, while the Foldable is your Swiss Army knife of fans. Personally, I’d lean toward the High Speed for everyday commuting — I value the quiet operation and long battery life. But if I were spending more time outdoors or wanted a fan that doubles as a desk companion, the Foldable Cooling Pad Fan would absolutely earn its place.
