What You're Actually Getting
Fifteen quid for a handheld fan. That's the pitch. The Diveblues Turbo claims 100 speed settings, which sounds like marketing fluff until you actually use one of these things on a packed tube in August and realise that yes, the difference between speed 12 and speed 47 does matter to your face.
It's small, battery-powered, and the kind of thing you shove in a bag without thinking about it. No faff. That's honestly its main selling point.
Who This Is For (And Who It Isn't)
If you're a regular commuter, work in a warm office, or go to outdoor events in summer, this makes sense. Proper sense. A mate of mine keeps one at her desk because the air con in her building is basically decorative, and she swears by it.
If you're after something for a garden or a bedroom at night, look elsewhere. This isn't powerful enough to cool a room. It's personal airflow, nothing more.
My one reservation is the brand. Diveblues isn't exactly a name with a long track record, and at this price point you're taking a small punt on build quality holding up over a summer or two. The 100 speed thing also feels slightly gimmicky. Ten good speeds would do the job.
The Verdict
Not bad for the price. If you need something portable and cheap for hot commutes or sticky afternoons at your desk, it's a reasonable shout. Just don't expect it to last forever. Buy it for one summer, be pleasantly surprised if it survives two.
