Shoppers rush to buy £12 ‘life saver’ hand & desk fan from John Lewis

Overheated shoppers are currently rushing to buy a hand fan from John Lewis that’s gone viral.

This foldable electric fan can be hand-held or perched on a tabletop – it costs just £12 and is selling fast.

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If this nifty little gadget looks familiar, it’s probably because it’s proved a huge viral sensation on social media.

Dozens of TikTok and Instagram users have been showing off their new purchases during the recent sweltering weather.

No wonder, then, that John Lewis have marked this as a best-seller, with somebody new picking one up every couple of minutes or so.

Our Sun Selects team reviewed this portable heat-beater and promptly added it to their pick of the best desk fans.

Measuring just 4 inches, this two-in-one combo fan is available in four colours – white, orange, sage and navy – and charges via a USB cable, one you could easily put into any phone plug adapter.

It has three speed settings, and our reviewer describes it as ‘surprisingly quiet’ and an essential ‘staple for your bag checklist before you leave the house.’

This heatwave hack is ideal for any hot and sweaty commute – but since it can be folded into an upright position, it’s also perfect for stuffy offices or if you’re working from home minus the air-conditioning.

Shoppers at John Lewis also love the device: it’s got an online rating of 4.9 our of 5, with one buyer saying, ‘This little lightweight fan has been a life saver in the heat of Lanzarote.’

Last week, we covered another great heatwave deal – Dyson’s Purifier Autoreact has been reduced by £50 in a week-long sale.

If you’re looking for something a bit bigger, we’ve also tested and reviewed the best home fans.

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