Dyson’s handheld fan is more powerful and louder than I expected

A review of Dyson’s $99.99 HushJet Mini Cool says the handheld fan is compact, powerful, and easy to use.

But despite its quiet-focused branding, it is noisier than expected.

It includes five speeds, a temporary Boost Mode, USB-C power, and about an hour of battery life at top speed.

One tradeoff: while plugged in, it only works at low speed, underscoring the gap between premium design and everyday practicality.