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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Daily Record
Shark misting fan kept my dormer office cool in heatwave without soaking my desk
Shark misting fan kept my dormer office cool in heatwave without soaking my desk We tested out the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo - a powerful, cordless misting fan that's designed for both indoor and outdoor use and promises to keep you cool, no matter where you are The Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Mist Fan in Lilac (Image: Shark ) With heatwaves forecast across the UK in the coming weeks and month, many Brits will be thinking about investing in a decent fan. With my work-from-home setup in a south-facing dormer with French doors, my office can quickly become a greenhouse when the sun shines. Shark's latest mist fan - the FlexBreeze HydroGo - has been billed as a 'powerful, cordless misting fan designed for both indoor and outdoor use'. I was curious how the misting element would work indoors without making carpets - and crucially, my desk setup - damp. Shark claims the HydroGo's 'evaporative cooling technology' produces ultra-fine droplets from its integrated 150ml water tank to provide a cooling mist without creating wet surfaces - so I decided to put that to the test for Mirror Choice. READ MORE: Dunelm's £25 'quiet and powerful' fan is 'perfect' for hot nights READ MORE: Save £170 on Phillips electric toothbrush that 'feels like dentist scale and polish' Pros Cools effectively Portable thanks to rechargeable battery Suitable for indoor and outdoor use Cons Higher settings are a little on the noisy side Battery life varies depending on settings Get the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo £129.99 Shark Buy here Product Description The Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo is billedat the powerful, portable, fan that mists both indoors and outdoors. Testing the misting function With a room full of office equipment, I was naturally quite nervous to put this claim to the test. But after an initial run on the dinner table, we found that it did indeed run a pleasant cooling mist, without making surfaces damp. Reassured, I moved it up to the sweltering home office, and ran it successfully for around 30 minutes on full speed before the tank emptied - though I imagine with a lower setting, this could have stretched longer before a refill was required. The misting function has two settings - constant or intermittent, so this would be another way to make the tank last longer if you weren't able to fill it as regularly. I also found that using chilled or iced water in the tank boosts the cooling power even further. Filling the water tank through a hole in the top of the unit could be easier if a funnel or some kind of pouring cup were included, but this is easy enough to replicate if you use a measuring jug, or the kind that comes with most irons. The Shark FlexBreeze Hydrogo misting fan (Image: Reach ) Portability Promising up to 12 hours of cordless runtime and up to 20m of portable airflow power, Shark bills the FlexBreeze HydroGo as the perfect companion for summer adventures, barbecues and patio parties. It also has an impressive rain resistance rating of IPX5, perfect for unexpected downpours. Crucial to its portability, the fan can be used with or without its power cable - and charges while in use when it's plugged in, which is handy. It's also equipped with a quick-release base that allows for transformation with various separately sold accessories, including a telescopic pedestal stand to convert it from a tabletop fan. And if you're keen to take it with you on-the-go, Shark even sells a branded backpack designed specifically for the HydroGo. Performance The HydroGo has five fan speeds, two smart breeze modes, continuous mist, and interval mist to choose from. According to Shark, at maximum fan speed, airflow can reach up to 20m. The unit itself, while lightweight to carry around, is surprisingly powerful for its size. So I found that setting number three was the sweet spot between effective air circulation and noise - with number five being quite loud to work with. This would probably work better outdoors, especially if you have music or a larger gathering to mask the sound. What else is on the market? With a price tag of £129.99, the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo won't be within everyone's budget as a quick solution for summer cooling. Elsewhere, Amazon stocks a larger, albeit less portable, HOMCOM Pedestal Fan with Water Mist Spray, currently reduced to £62 in a limited-time deal, which shoppers gave a generous 4 out of 5 stars. It has a pedestal design with a hefty 3.2L water tank, which should provide a longer cooling session. The HOMCOM Pedestal Fan with Water Mist Spray For a more high-tech option, Dyson offers the Purifier Humidify+Cool for £699.99. This device uses a carbon filter to project purified, humidified air throughout the room. Back in the Shark stable, there is also the FlexBreeze Pro Mist Indoor & Outdoor Fan & Misting System, which boasts a substantially larger water tank than its more compact cousin, for £219.99. Verdict The Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo has been an absolute game-changer in my home office - while the misting tank doesn't last for a remarkable length of time, the powerful fan speed alone is enough to keep the room comfortable for the most part. The mist function is a nice boost for those days where it just gets too hot to function, though prepare yourself to be topping the tank up every 30 minutes or so unless you set it to intermittent. Article continues below I loved the pretty pastel lilac colourway The unit itself looks stylish, is compact, and the fact that it is portable and rain-resistant makes it hugely versatile for a range of uses. As fellow shoppers noted, I agree that it would be nice to see future iterations include either an app or remote to control the settings, but at the price point, I think it's very reasonable for the features provided.
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Daily Mirror
Powerful misting fan kept loft office cool in heatwave
Keeping cool, without soaking my electrical home office equipment, has been a must in the last few weeks. It's getting to that time of year - with heatwaves forecast in the coming months, it's time to find a decent fan. Working from home in a south-facing dormer with French doors, my office can quickly become a greenhouse when the sun shines. So when I heard about Shark's latest mist fan - the FlexBreeze HydroGo - I knew I had to put it to the test. Billed as a 'powerful, cordless misting fan designed for both indoor and outdoor use,' I was curious how the misting element would work indoors without making carpets - and crucially, my desk setup - damp. According to Shark, the HydroGo's 'evaporative cooling technology' produces ultra-fine droplets from its integrated 150ml water tank to provide a cooling mist without creating wet surfaces. Pros Cools effectively Portable thanks to rechargeable battery Suitable for indoor and outdoor use Cons Higher settings are a little on the noisy side Battery life varies depending on settings Get the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo £129.99 Shark Buy here Testing the misting function With a room full of office equipment, I was naturally quite nervous to put this claim to the test. But after an initial run on the dinner table, we found that it did indeed run a pleasant cooling mist, without making surfaces damp. Reassured, I moved it up to the sweltering home office, and ran it successfully for around 30 minutes on full speed before the tank emptied - though I imagine with a lower setting, this could have stretched longer before a refill was required. The misting function has two settings - constant or intermittent, so this would be another way to make the tank last longer if you weren't able to fill it as regularly. I also found that using chilled or iced water in the tank boosts the cooling power even further. Filling the water tank through a hole in the top of the unit could be easier if a funnel or some kind of pouring cup were included, but this is easy enough to replicate if you use a measuring jug, or the kind that comes with most irons. Portability Promising up to 12 hours of cordless runtime and up to 20m of portable airflow power, Shark bills the FlexBreeze HydroGo as the perfect companion for summer adventures, barbecues and patio parties. It also has an impressive rain resistance rating of IPX5, perfect for unexpected downpours. Crucial to its portability, the fan can be used with or without its power cable - and charges while in use when it's plugged in, which is handy. It's also equipped with a quick-release base that allows for transformation with various separately sold accessories, including a telescopic pedestal stand to convert it from a tabletop fan. And if you're keen to take it with you on-the-go, Shark even sells a branded backpack designed specifically for the HydroGo. Performance The HydroGo has five fan speeds, two smart breeze modes, continuous mist, and interval mist to choose from. According to Shark, at maximum fan speed, airflow can reach up to 20m. The unit itself, while lightweight to carry around, is surprisingly powerful for its size. So I found that setting number three was the sweet spot between effective air circulation and noise - with number five being quite loud to work with. This would probably work better outdoors, especially if you have music or a larger gathering to mask the sound. What else is on the market? With a price tag of £129.99, the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo won't be within everyone's budget as a quick solution for summer cooling. Elsewhere, Amazon stocks a larger, albeit less portable, HOMCOM Pedestal Fan with Water Mist Spray, currently reduced to £62 in a limited-time deal, which shoppers gave a generous 4 out of 5 stars. It has a pedestal design with a hefty 3.2L water tank, which should provide a longer cooling session. For a more high-tech option, Dyson offers the Purifier Humidify+Cool for £699.99. This device uses a carbon filter to project purified, humidified air throughout the room. Back in the Shark stable, there is also the FlexBreeze Pro Mist Indoor & Outdoor Fan & Misting System, which boasts a substantially larger water tank than its more compact cousin, for £219.99. Verdict The Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo has been an absolute game-changer in my home office - while the misting tank doesn't last for a remarkable length of time, the powerful fan speed alone is enough to keep the room comfortable for the most part. The mist function is a nice boost for those days where it just gets too hot to function, though prepare yourself to be topping the tank up every 30 minutes or so unless you set it to intermittent. The unit itself looks stylish, is compact, and the fact that it is portable and rain-resistant makes it hugely versatile for a range of uses. As fellow shoppers noted, I agree that it would be nice to see future iterations include either an app or remote to control the settings, but at the price point, I think it's very reasonable for the features provided.
Telegraph
01-05-2025
- Business
- Telegraph
Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo review: This new portable misting fan is now my heatwave go-to
What is the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Portable Misting Fan? New for summer 2025, the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo is a cordless air cooler. This means you can charge it, fill the integrated water reservoir and then enjoy a misty breeze wherever you like, be that on your patio, picnic blanket, desk or bedside table. It's versatile with five fan speeds, three misting settings and a vertical tilting range of 45 degrees. There's a long battery life of up to 12 hours and you can extend the cooler's runtime in between charges by plugging it into the mains. It looks more like a pedestal fan than a boxy air cooler and has an innovative, lightweight build and an attractive, accessible design. There's no connect app, so everything that's smart about the FlexBreeze HydroGo is in its mechanics. Whereas most air coolers chill air through internal evaporation before recirculating it, this Shark model uses a fan and misting mechanism to emit a cooling vapour. It retails at £129.99 and comes in a selection of colours including Dove and Quartz Pink (shown in our testing photos), although currently only Charcoal is readily available here in the UK. How we test air coolers Our air cooler reviews are based on hands-on testing inside our reviewers' homes (and in the case of portable models like the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo, in their gardens too). I set up the cooler, filled its tank and used all available settings and features to get a thorough overview of its effectiveness. To grade the air coolers, I considered cooling performance, design, quietness, ease of use and value. Each air cooler tends to be marketed for particular uses and audiences, and this is taken into account during scoring. For example, the FlexBreeze HydroGo is sold as a portable model, so I paid more critical attention to its lightweight design and battery life than to its power and tank capacity. Why you can trust Telegraph Recommended Our thorough, real-world tests will always help you find the best product. No manufacturer ever sees Telegraph Recommended reviews before publication and we don't accept payment in exchange for favourable reviews, nor do we allow brands to pay for placement in our articles. All opinions are based on independent expert opinion and our hands-on testing. Visit our Who We Are page to learn more. Power and cooling Score: 9/10 The FlexBreeze HydroGo provided excellent cooling, both outdoors and inside the house, during my testing. In contrast to more conventional air coolers, you can clearly feel that this model produces a fine vapour. In my opinion that's a lovely thing, but it could be off-putting for users whose homes are afflicted with damp. Other types of air coolers also add moisture to the air; you just don't see it. Naturally, the cooling effect is strongest when you're close to the fan, but the effect is still tangible several metres away, even outdoors. When I used it in my living room, the entire space felt cooler. There are five fan speeds to choose from, and I found the lower three enough for indoor cooling. For group use in an outdoor setting, you'll need the higher speeds. It's also worth playing around with the misting settings ('continuous' or 'interval' which causes vapour to be released only half of the time). In my experience, interval misting provided adequate cooling while using water more conservatively. Design Score: 10/10 What the iPod did for portable music players, the FlexBreeze HydroGo might do for air coolers and fans. This brilliantly designed, finished and user-friendly gadget is worlds apart from the average white box domestic competitors and even the misting fans seen lining European restaurant terraces. The compact design is a true match for everyday life (and for the occasional nature of our summers, since you'll probably want to keep it in storage through the colder months). I loved the look of this cooler straight out of the box and it only impressed me more on closer inspection. Its components feel robust and pleasantly textured, and I soon found that every feature works as you'd hope. Charging is simple (via the included mains adaptor), topping up the integrated water reservoir using a jug is foolproof and at less than two kilograms, the fully loaded cooler weighs little more than a bag of sugar. It's conventional, these days, for products such as a newly released air cooler to feature a connected app that provides some extra functionality (of variable merit). In this case, there isn't one, so all of the smarts are inherent to the innovative design: its against-the-grain cooling action, peerless portability and intuitive on-unit controls. Quietness Score: 10/10 Using my smartphone's sound meter app, I measured the operating noise levels of the FlexBreeze HydroGo at 57 to 75dB, which is quiet for a fan-based appliance. These measurements were taken close to the fan blade, so it's worth noting that the sound is quieter at a reasonable distance. Better still, the character of the sound is relatively kind on the ear: a deep rush, rather than the unpleasant whine that's quite common among fans. It's worth noting that the misting mechanism makes a distinct sound while active: a sort of 'pssst', similar to the sound of some automated air dispensers. This is most noticeable when it repeatedly stops and starts during interval mode operation. Ease of use Score: 9/10 It's hard to imagine how an air cooler could be much easier to use than the FlexBreeze HydroGo. The misting and fan settings can be toggled with the quick press of a button, while filling, tilting and charging the cooler can all be mastered in a matter of seconds. Helpfully, Shark has added removable stickers to the device that tell you exactly how each of these features should be used. My only significant quibble is that the 150ml water reservoir requires frequent top-ups: once every half hour during continuous misting, or hourly when you've selected the interval mode. During a heatwave you could save yourself a few trips to the kitchen tap by keeping a full jug or water bottle close to the cooler. Note too that there's a small moisture cap at the centre of the fan cover, which you'll need to flip open to allow misting. Closing this after use will prevent dripping. Quality and value Score: 10/10 At £129.99 this is not exactly a cheap gadget, but the price is comparable to those of other top-rated air coolers such as the Princess Smart Air Cooler and Symphony Diet 3D 12i Tower Air Cooler. That outlay won't give you the most power for your pound, but what you'll get is an air cooler that's well suited to everyday home use, with a presentable finish and terrific cooling performance, especially at close quarters. The FlexBreeze HydroGo feels robust (which is impressive considering its negligible weight), with watertight tabs over the reservoir inlet and power input. If something should happen to go wrong with the cooler, you're covered by a two-year manufacturer's warranty (terms apply). Technical specifications While the FlexBreeze HydroGo is boundary-pushing, it's not the only small air cooler that's impressed our team. Another model worth considering is the Tristar Air Cooler, which costs significantly less at £75 and compares favourably on raw performance data. Should you buy the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Portable Misting Fan? We've not awarded any air coolers a 10 out of 10, since they still can't rival portable air conditioner units when it comes to tangibly lowering thermostats. But for its features, this design came close to perfection for me. The lightweight design with built-in misting makes it more versatile than most fans and a great heatwave companion. Yes, if: You want a small, convenient air cooler that's perfect for most home users Attractive and user-friendly design matter to you You'd like to take an air cooler with you into the garden or on your travels No, if: You've got a large home to keep cool Refilling your air cooler's water tank is a hated chore Using a connected app suits you better than simple, on-unit controls Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo FAQs How long does the Shark FlexBreeze last? The Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Portable Misting Fan qualifies for a two-year manufacturer's guarantee, although you must register the product with Shark in order to receive this cover. Beyond that time period it's difficult to assess how much longer the product might last, since it was released recently. It's worth noting that the fan's operation is reliant on an in-built lithium-ion battery and these tend to degrade after years of use. Still, you can expect no less than a few summers of perfect functioning. How much electricity does a Shark fan use? Different models of Shark fan draw power at varying rates, depending on their input wattage. Charging or powering the FlexBreeze HydroGo Portable Misting Fan draws no more than 42W, which will cost you fractionally over £0.01 per hour based on current UK electricity rates. This level of power consumption is normal for a small fan, while large or high-speed fan models sometimes require more than double the power. Meanwhile, a small air conditioning unit would typically use anywhere from 900W to 1,500W to keep a room cool. Is Shark FlexBreeze an air circulator? Air circulators are a subcategory of fans with automated oscillation. A tilting or turning mechanism continually changes their direction (up and down and/or left and right) to recirculate air throughout a room. The Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo does not have this feature so it can't be classed as an air circulator. However, the FlexBreeze HydroGo does have 45 degrees of vertical tilt, so you can manually adjust the direction of cooling to promote circulation. Keeping the fan well away from open windows and directing airflow towards windows may improve the rate of recirculation.
Indianapolis Star
22-04-2025
- Business
- Indianapolis Star
Shark's new HydroGo fan doubles as a portable mister, so you can stay cool on the go 💦
AI-assisted summary Shark launched the FlexBreeze HydroGo Fan, a portable fan with a built-in mister. It has five adjustable speed settings for customized cooling. Shark products are known for advanced technology at affordable prices. Shark already has a stellar reputation as one of the top innovators in the home technology category, so it comes as no surprise that the brand is now behind what may be the year's most genius launch—especially ahead of summer's sweltering weather. Meet the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Fan, a brand new innovation from Shark that combines the functionality and convenience of a portable fan with the cooling capabilities of a mini mister. The result? A "misting fan" that's designed to keep you cool wherever you are—whether you're working up a sweat at home, venturing outdoors for a weekend camping trip or simply hanging poolside with friends. The Shark device has a long-lasting battery with up to 12 hours of charge (for when you want to chill all day long), plus a water-resistant design that can withstand all types of outdoor climates. Ahead, shop the newest Shark fan on Amazon and get the cooling device that'll ensure you feel refreshed for any spring adventure. Shop this week's best Shark deals on Amazon Don't miss out! Get weekly deals, trends and product recommendations from USA TODAY Shopping delivered straight to your inbox. Why are Shark products so popular? Shark relies on the most advanced technologies to create its world-class products, including Shark vacuums, hair tools and fans. Despite being made of the highest quality materials, Shark products often boast mid-range price tags that are more affordable than other market options. What makes the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo fan so unique? This new Shark launch stands out from other cooling devices, as it translates the function of a Shark fan into a portable model that's equipped with misting capabilities. The misting fan is perfect for indoor or outdoor use, with five adjustable speed settings that allow you to tweak the device to your preferred cooling settings—whether you're camping, enjoy a picnic outdoors or working out inside.
