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Shark’s ChillPill is the only personal fan on the market that also has a water mist and cooling pad.
CNET’s key takeaways
- At $150, the Shark ChillPill is pricey, but I think it might be worth it for those who want a device that does more than just a personal fan.
- I’m a particular fan of ChillPill’s dry mist and cooling pad, which can reduce skin temperature by up to 16 degrees Fahrenheit.
- I sometimes had problems pressing the screen to wake the device. I also don’t like that all the accessories are sold separately, from $10 to $40.
When I was in elementary school, I was jealous of kids who had portable fans that doubled as water sprinklers. New shark Personal fan of ChillPill It immediately reminded me of those fans, but in a more modern form.
ChillPill is a three-in-one in what it does and how it can be used.
As a health editor who tests the latest health tech for CNET, and as an enthusiast myself, I was excited to try ChillPill as summer approached. Especially since I also have a new Dyson HushJet Mini Coolthe first ever portable fan, and two famous JisuLife fans, Ultra 2 and Pro1 Minito compare them.
ChillPill combines a 10-speed bladeless fan with airflow up to 17 mph, a dry-to-the-touch evaporative mist that won’t leave you drenched and a cryotherapy-inspired cooling pad that lowers skin temperature by up to 16 degrees Fahrenheit. The latter measurement was calculated through controlled testing at 77°F, with the plate placed against the neck at its highest setting.
Lightweight at 0.77 pounds, the ChillPill can be worn on your person as a wristband or crossbody bag, clipped to a jacket or purse strap, rolled up to rest on a tabletop, or clipped to a stroller or exercise machine.
Transform the ChillPill into a cooling mister or pad by swapping out the 10-speed fan attachment.
My experience testing Shark ChillPill
I started using ChillPill when the temperatures soared over 90 degrees Fahrenheit here in Los Angeles, and I can confirm that it has made a difference. Unlike traditional portable fans, the presence of a mist and cooling pad is especially useful.
The cooling pad is simple but very cool
The Cooling Pad is my favorite ChillPill accessory, and it has two modes: Level 1 (best for indoor use) and Level 2 (for indoor and outdoor use). I can actually feel the difference between the two.
I like to apply it to the back of my neck for instant cooling. Although this is not its intended use, I also enjoy applying it at Level 1 under my eyes to reduce puffiness.
The cooling pad was easy to clean with an alcohol wipe, keeping things clean. To clean the exterior of the device, wipe it with a soft, damp cloth, avoiding moisture in the fan inlet, outlet, and charging port.
Between Level 1 and 2, ChillPill’s cooling pad will help you relax (literally).
The master will not leave you wet
As for the mist capsule, it uses an evaporative spray with a dry texture, leaving you feeling refreshed, not wet. Definitely an upgrade from field day fans who are also water spray bottles. It has two modes, fixed or interval.
I appreciate that the Master comes with three replacement moisture wicks (usually $5 each), which act like straws to bring water to the spray port, regardless of the angle of the device. Depending on how often you use it, the wicks should be replaced monthly.
The white wick is inside the misting pod.
You will need to empty the water tank and let it air dry after each use. Weekly clean soaking with undiluted white distilled vinegar is recommended, instructions are provided here.
The spray accessory tank holds about 14 milliliters of water, which can be sprayed continuously or in interval mode to prolong the water duration. (Just be sure to rotate the accessory cap to open its protective cover.)
You can also use the 10 speeds with this feature. In static mode, water lasts for up to 5 minutes; In interval mode, up to 10 minutes. So make sure you have a water bottle handy if you plan to refill it away from the sink.
In stationary or indoor mode, the dry-touch evaporative mist of the mist pod won’t leave you dripping.
The fan can achieve a better balance between speed and quiet
At up to 17mph, I found the ChillPill fan to be sufficient, but it’s only about a third as fast as Dyson’s HushJet Mini Cool, which tops out at 55mph in boost mode. It’s also less than half the 38 mph speed of the JisuLife Ultra2 and Pro1 Mini.
When I used the Decibel As for the HushJet Mini Cool, its boost mode reached 77.5 dB.
As a point of reference, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association reports that group chat, a vacuum cleaner, and an alarm clock are things About 70 dB. Noise up to 85 dB can lead to hearing loss if you listen to it for more than 8 hours.
While its lower speeds aren’t that noticeable, I’d say the ChillPill 10’s speed is too high for quiet, shared indoor spaces, but it can easily be used outdoors.
A rainbow of colors in ChillPill
ChillPill is available in eight colors: Thermal (red), Rose Gold, Mist (purple), Carbon (black), Dragon Fruit (pink), Matcha (green), Iced Latte (brown), and Glacier (teal). One cylinder contains a lighter version of the color, while the other is darker.
In comparison, the HushJet Mini Cool comes in only three colors: Stone/Blush (reddish pink), Ink/Cobalt (blue), and Garnet/Sky (red and light blue).
ChillPill’s Dragonfruit (pink) is my favorite of the color range, but I also love the Matcha (green) variant.
Compare battery life and charging time
On low speed, the ChillPill battery runs for up to 11 hours in fan mode; At maximum power up to 1.5 hours. Using the included USB-C charging cable, it charges in 3.5 hours.
For comparison’s sake, the 40-watt Dyson HushJet Mini Cool runs for up to 6 hours (5 hours less than the ChillPill) on Speed 1. It fully charges in 3 hours, which is 30 minutes less than the 15-watt ChillPill.
On the other hand, the 4.25W JisuLife Pro1 Mini can be fully charged in at least 2 hours and lasts up to 30 hours on Speed 1, while the 18W Ultra2 charges in 2.5 hours and lasts up to 25 hours on Speed 1.
If battery life is what you are looking for, the 30-hour JisuLife Pro1 Mini will be your best choice. Between ChillPill and HushJet Mini Cool, choose ChillPill.
Battery life is displayed on an LED display that also acts as an on/off button.
The view button was my only setback
The ChillPill’s circular LED display shows speed, mist settings, cooling pad levels, and battery life. After unlocking the travel lock (which you forgot to do), you tap the screen to turn the device on and off and change attachment settings. Turn the dial to increase or decrease the fan speed.
Sometimes, I had to tap the screen several times to get it to work, which is the only problem I faced while using the device.
The attachments are easy to use, but not travel-friendly
It’s also easy to switch attachments on and off by aligning each one with the circle icon on the ChillPill barrel, then rotating it until it clicks into place.
Two accessories will fit in the included travel bag, but the entire device will not fit inside. The device and accessories can be a lot to carry around, and I find that the HushJet Mini Cool’s slim profile makes it easy to throw in a bag on the go.
The three ChillPill accessories: fan, cooling pad, and mister.
ChillPill accessories are expensive and sold separately
I wish the ChillPill came with at least one of its own accessories, such as a crossbody strap or clip attached. Alternatively, they are sold separately at these prices:
- Bracelet: $10
- Crossbody strap: $25
- Clasp: $40
- section: $30
On top of the $150 cost of the ChillPill, the prices of the accessories seem high. However, I understand that they were created specifically for ChillPill, and being proprietary is likely what makes them more expensive.
Although Dyson’s HushJet Mini Cool isn’t cheap, it’s priced at $100 and comes with a lanyard, a travel bag that fits the entire device, and a charging dock. Other accessories will be available soon and sold separately.
Yes, the ChillPill has two accessories for the misting pad and cooling, but I’m not sure that makes it worth the extra $50, on top of the cost of the other accessories.
I received the included clip for testing, and although I don’t have a stroller or an exercise machine, I was able to attach it to my balcony railing. It was especially nice to sit on the porch and enjoy the sun while the ChillPill fan cooled me down.
The ChillPill was installed on my balcony railing.
Shark ChillPill vs Dyson HushJet Mini Cool
|
Specifications |
Shark Chill Pills |
Dyson HushJet Mini Cool |
|---|---|---|
|
price |
$150 |
$100 |
|
Basic functions |
Fan, mist, cooling pad |
a fan |
|
Maximum air flow |
Up to 17 mph |
Up to 55 mph (boost mode) |
|
Maximum sound level (dB) |
74.6 |
77.5 |
|
wattage |
15 |
40 |
|
Battery life (low speed) |
Up to 11 hours |
Up to 6 hours |
|
Charging time (hours) |
3.5 |
3 |
|
Weight (pounds) |
0.77 |
0.46 |
|
Available colors |
8 |
3 |
Specifications
- It costs: $150
- Speeds: 10, up to 17 mph
- Volume level (speed 10): 74.6 dB
- Attachments: 3 (fan, mist and cooling pad)
- a guarantee: Limited for two years
- weight: 0.77 pounds
- Dimensions: 1.77 x 3.31 x 4.41 inches
- Wattage: 15 watts
- Battery life: 11 hours
- Battery charging time: 3.5 hours
- Included in the box: Device, fan shroud, atomizer pod, cooling pad, USB-C charging cable, and three replacement atomizer wicks
CNET Buying Advice
- If you’re looking for a personal fan with added functionality (like a mist chamber and cooling pad), the Shark ChillPill is the perfect choice.
- Although it costs $150, the ChillPill is the only personal fan on the market (that I know of) that also triples as a cooling pad and mister. However, I’m not sure it’s worth it when you include the $10-$40 accessory prices.
- If you are simply looking for a personal fan, I would consider $100 Dyson HushJet Mini CoolJisuLife is the least expensive Ultra 2 ($76, which can also be used as a flashlight and power bank) or Pro1 Mini ($63, which comes with a magnetic scent pod).