3-in-1 Waist Fan with Flashlight & Powerbank
DualForce Tradie Waist Fan 14500mAh
Foldable Turbo Fan with Ice Compress
AquaBreeze Portable Misting Fan
Directional Rotor Neck Fan with Dual Cooling Modes
Dual Fan Wide Brim Hat with Solar Charging
Portable Outdoor Camping Fan 20,000mAh LED Light & Solar Charging
CrystalCool Turbo Cooling Fan with Ice Compress
WOLFBOX Electric Air Duster MF100 - 150,000RPM
Cooling Fan Mesh Baseball Cap with Solar Panels
3-In-1 Spaceship Pram Fan with Music Box
Portable Fans Made For Aussie Summers
Designed to tackle Australia’s scorching summers, our portable fans are compact yet powerful, providing a refreshing breeze wherever you are. Whether you're at the beach, out for a hike, on the water or working outdoors, our fans are built to withstand the Aussie heat, so you can make the most out of your day.
Portable Fans For Every Lifestyle
Whether you're commuting through urban jungles or exploring actual ones, our portable fans are your ticket to staying refreshed. Customize your comfort with multi-speed settings, enjoy hands-free cooling with flexible designs, and breeze through your day with durable construction built for life on the move.
Multi-functional Portable Fans
Our portable fans go above and beyond, offering functionality that adapts to your every need. These aren't just cooling devices – they're multi-functional tools designed for modern life.
- Power Bank Feature: Keep your devices charged on the go with built-in power bank capabilities in select models.
- Emergency Lighting: Never be left in the dark with integrated LED flashlight functions.
- Hands-Free Cooling: Clip your portable fan to your waist, bag, or tent for continuous comfort without occupying your hands.
- Misting Option: Some models offer a refreshing mist feature, perfect for outdoor activities or extreme heat.
- Desktop Stand: Transform your handheld portable fan into a sturdy desk fan in seconds.
Not All Portable Fans Are Created Equal
Seen a $20 fan and wondered what makes CapyCool different?
On the outside, many fans look similar. Same shape, similar size, even similar specs on paper.
But the real difference is hidden inside.
Take the motor, for example. Our waist fans use high-quality brushless motors with all-copper wiring, ball bearings, stronger magnets, and better internal materials. These small details can be the difference between a motor that lasts up to 6,000 hours and one that gives out much sooner.
And the motor is just one part of it.
We also use higher quality batteries, safer PCB boards with overload and protection features, high-grade ABS plastic instead of cheap recycled materials, and more.
Most of it is hidden inside.
But it’s why CapyCool fans are quieter, tougher, longer-lasting, and trusted by some of Australia’s toughest workers.
Portable FAQs
Which portable fan is right for me: waist, neck, handheld or clip on?
It comes down to whether you want your hands free and what you're doing. A waist fan or belt fan clips to your waistband and pushes air up under your shirt, which suits work, gardening and walking. A neck fan sits on your shoulders for hands-free cooling at a desk or on the move. A handheld or mini fan is the most portable option for travel, commuting and events. A clip on fan attaches to a pram, desk, tent or car seat. If you spend the day outdoors or on the tools, the waist fan range is our highest rated for all-day use.
How long does the battery last on a portable fan?
Battery life depends on the fan and the speed setting. Smaller handheld and mini fans typically run for 4-6 hours, while our larger waist fans with a 10,000mAh or 14,500mAh battery run for a full work day on lower settings (up to 40 hours!). Higher speeds draw more power, so most people get the longest run time by sitting on low or medium and turning it up for a stronger blast when they need it. Every fan in this range is USB rechargeable.
Do portable fans actually keep you cool?
Yes. They move air across your skin so sweat evaporates faster, which is what makes you feel cooler. A portable fan does not drop the room temperature the way an air conditioner does, but moving air can make a hot day feel several degrees more comfortable. That is why they work well outdoors, on public transport, at events and anywhere without aircon.
Can I take a portable fan on a plane?
Generally yes. Portable fans with a built-in lithium battery should travel in your carry-on bag rather than checked luggage, in line with CASA and airline rules on lithium batteries. The batteries in personal fans sit well under the size that needs airline approval. Check with your airline before you fly, as individual policies can vary.
Are portable fans good for tradies and working outdoors?
Yes, this is exactly what our waist fans and shirt fans are built for. A belt-mounted fan pushes a steady stream of air up under a work shirt or hi vis, which helps on building sites, roofing, landscaping and in warehouses. Look for solid battery life and a sturdy clip so it holds up across a full shift. The waist fan range is the most popular choice among tradies who want hands-free cooling on the tools.
Will I actually feel the airflow, or are they too weak?
The stronger models put out a noticeable stream of air, even outdoors. Tiny novelty fans can feel weak, which is why this range focuses on fans with a decent motor and airflow you can feel on your skin. Waist and neck fans direct the air where you want it, and most have several speeds so you can set the right amount for the conditions.
Let customers speak for us
Earlier this year I had a fantastic experience with CapyCool. I was going in for surgery and wanted to get my capybara obsessed daughter a gift to open whilst I was in hospital. Somehow our local shops sold out of the capybara gifts I was considering (one shop has 30 plushies and the next day they were all gone 😭). I googled and found CapyCool. I was hesitant to order at fiest because I thought finding an Australia based business called CapyCool was too good to be true... but I was desperate. My only question was if they could get the item to Melbourne in 2 days 😬 This is when the magic happened and the team blew away my expectations. They dispatched asap monday morning via expres post. AU post let us down and it didn't arrive on the Tuesday but I could see on the tracking that CapyCool had queried AU post so they were as invested as I was. On the Wednesday the package arrived mid morning about 20 mins before I had to leave. The team were friendly, responsive, and caring and the product exceeded expectations. I ordered the capybara backpack that looks like a plushie and it is exactly as pictured. If you or someone you know is a capybara lover I highly recommend this store.
Wasn’t sure what to expect but this thing moves some serious air. It folds up nice and small, feels lighter than it looks, and has plenty of power behind it. I’ve used it at my desk, on the tram, and even took it camping. Battery life is solid, easily lasts a full day on low
This little fan is simply gorgeous. Never expected to say that about a fan! The transparent/clear effect is so cool, reminds me of these mechanical watches in the past. It feels so solid in the hands, not cheap or flimpsy at all. So happy with this purchase
Blown away by this fan (pun intended!). So much power from a little device, really impressed. Will def stock up on a few more for summer and gifting!
This fan has changed my life.
No more suffering in hot venues as a sound engineer. This fan has grit and the battery life is incredible.
Highly recommend this to all techs. Legitimately got me through the summer. The fact that it has a torch and powerbank is such a bonus. Another must have for the Peli.
got it for my hubby as a gift, but we ended up both sharing it over the holidays! sooo useful around both the home or outside, might need to get another for when he goes back to work and takes it with him!
I bought 3 fans for the boys at work, we love it! I got the orange one. Take a little bit of tweaking to get the fan clipped at the right angle to give a nice breezy feeling (gotta make sure your shirt etc don't block the airflow). Or just use the lanyard and hang it around your neck and get a nice full blast to your face...highly recommended hah!
Arrived fast. Am surprised at the quality, better than expected. Fan also works well, 5 speed to choose, with 2 mode of light. The only negative thing is the button, if you need to turn off the fan, you have to click till the last speed to off. Same applies to the torch light, touch and hold to on, another touch and hold to switch to SOS flash, and then again touch and hold to off completely. Maybe not good for the button life span haha.
My daughter is obsessed with capybaras for the last year, got this for her birthday and holy smoke, should see her face when she opened this pressie! she has been taking it everywhere, beach, school, shopping at westfield, she just can't stop wearing it!
Five different fan speeds! My husband said he’s not sure how he lived without this gadget before!!!!
Good quality, can turn on/off shake head, loved so much I bought 2!
Good for the price. The green part of the picture is made of silicone material. The air volume is 5 stages. It's so quiet from the first stage, and it's strong enough for the fifth stage. Of course, it is slightly weaker compared to the big desk fans.
The quality is so good, it has a feeling of robustness and heavyness. I do not regret buying it and I will recommend it to others and will order more if I want.
From 9 o'clock in the morning to about 1 o'clock after lunch, went from 100% to 77% left. It's just cool!
Excellent product, the quality is very good, arrived in good condition. I highly recommend this backpack!