In hot, sunny, and humid Singapore, any moment of reprieve from the heat is a cool welcome. Portable fans offer a temporary cooling solution when outdoors, but a reliable, powerful fan is the way to go for stay-at-home days. Even so, it may not be the perfect setup, especially for homes with several residents, those with mixed sleeping preferences or different temperature tolerance levels, such that one feels more comfortable than the other(s).
Spinning things on its head is the Shark TurboBlade Bladeless Fan, a game-changing air circulator that flips tradition on its head. For starters, it doubles as a living or bedroom statement piece, featuring a unique, streamlined design that blasts out concentrated air through slender vents on each side, with breezy airflow reaching up and out to 20 metres in BreezeBoost Mode. There are no visible spinning parts or motors on this dynamic device, bringing a sleek, minimalist touch to the black, brass-accented aesthetic.
The use of bladeless technology also makes it safe for families and easy to clean, with a dust defence filter designed to trap dust, and accompanied by an adjustable height stand that allows users to raise or lower it readily – all packed into a compact footprint.
Unlike standard picks on the market, however, the bladeless fan features multi-directional cooling for 360-degree coverage and tiered airflow. Both of its arms are independently articulated and can be swivelled or pivoted to a desired angle, offering a welcome touch of versatility alongside a base that supports 180-degree oscillation (with settings at 45, 90, and 180) and nozzles at 90 degrees – think of someone sitting in the living room, while another is in the opposite dining area, but using one fan to reach both areas. Where typical fans can only shoot cool air in one direction, twisting the vents in different orientations directs it to two areas concurrently, extending functionality beyond just airflow delivery.
The multi-purpose upgrade will prove handy for specific scenarios, starting with shared spaces. If everyone has similar temperature preferences, the Shark TurboBlade keeps them cool with simultaneous airflow, and those who want more warmth can also rotate one of the blades away from them. When bedtime rolls around, say goodbye to intermittent cooling. Air Blanket wraps you in consistent, full-body comfort – made for fan sleepers and perfect for restful sleep.
The adjustable vents also allow for other unexpected and practical applications, such as drying, whether it’s blowing laundry items head-on or the insides of wet shoes from a top-down angle. To that end, the bladeless fan promises customisation in spades. It comes with 10 speeds and specialty modes like Sleep, Breeze Boost, and Natural Breeze that cater to various individual demands.
Natural Breeze, for instance, is designed to emulate the gently fluctuating airflow of natural outdoor breeze, while Sleep mode ensures eight hours of optimised cooling by muting the chime, dimming the lights on the front of the machine, and lowering the fan speed. Meanwhile, BreezeBoost is reserved for the most scorching of days, amping up the fan to beyond speed 10 – a godsend for humid, tropical environments and large rooms.
The fan speed on the Shark TurboBlade ranges from one to 10, denoted by five blinking lights on the base. A remote control makes it more convenient for tweaking and switching between different settings, offering access to basic features like on/off and speed increase/decrease, as well as more advanced options, including mode changes and oscillation angle. Once done, it can be stored on top of the fan, alongside printed instructions for quick guidance to the display indicators.
Breaking the mould of its contemporaries, the Shark TurboBlade Bladeless Fan proves to be a worthy addition to any space with its vast customisation capabilities, versatile performance, and elegant look. It retails for S$499, and is now available for pre-order islandwide at participating offline retailers, Amazon, Lazada, Shopee, TikTok Shop, and on the official website.
Customers who pre-order by 31 August will receive a Ninja Nutri-Blender Pro (worth S$258), but that’s not all – Singaporeans can also enjoy a reduced price by using their SG Climate Vouchers at participating retailers islandwide, with delivery and collection from 1 September.
Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth’s theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia’s greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really.
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