
If you’re lucky enough to coexist in a living space with someone who shares your temperature preferences, you may want to sustain that bond for the long haul. Many people live with roommates or family members who have drastically different temperature preferences, resulting in ongoing thermostat disagreements year-round. Shark is here to help ease the tension arising from these temperature disputes.
The SharkNinja brand is well-regarded for some of our preferred kitchen gadgets, air purifiers, and vacuum cleaners. The Ninja Slushi serves up frozen margaritas whenever you please, while the Shark PowerDetect with Clean and Empty System is a favorite among Mashable readers for dealing with persistent pet hair. Recently, we’ve come across the Shark TurboBlade Cool + Heat Bladeless Tower Fan and Heater, which certainly merits a premium SharkNinja accolade. Despite its lengthy designation, I’ve been impressed with almost every feature throughout testing.
A major attraction of the Shark TurboBlade Cool + Heat is its dual functionality, providing warmth during the winter and a refreshing breeze in the summer, all packed into a slender and elegant design. This negates the need to unpack and store space heaters and box fans as the seasons shift.
The sleek design of the Shark TurboBlade Cool + Heat is fantastic for storage and mobility, making it an ideal year-round addition to compact living spaces, dormitories, or bedrooms. The bladeless construction is safer for children, although the outer casing can become warm.
The Shark TurboBlade Cool + Heat features moving arms with two types of motion: both arms can tilt at different angles together, and each arm has individual airflow controls for the fan setting. In heating mode, air is emitted from the central vent, with options for vertical or horizontal airflow.
In both heating and cooling settings, the TurboBlade can oscillate up to 180 degrees, perfect for heating or cooling more than just one person. Smaller oscillation movements, such as 45 degrees, are also achievable.
The TurboBlade Cool + Heat was assessed during a brisk autumn in the Pacific Northwest, concentrating on the heater’s three settings. Thermo IQ allows you to set a temperature range from 60 to 90 degrees, with the heater keeping it constant. Comfort mode is designed for all-day usage, and the focus mode is perfect for directing warm air your way after a long day.
The cooling fan was utilized during sleep and workout sessions. The TurboBlade Cool + Heat provided a refreshing feel during exercise without the need to adjust central heating. The fan also improved the experience on a stationary rowing machine, mimicking an outdoor atmosphere.
Shark highlighted the cool fan setting in a sweltering kitchen on Instagram, which was a missed opportunity during Thanksgiving meal prep. The TurboBlade would have improved comfort significantly.
The TurboBlade Heat + Cool was also advantageous for nighttime use. The fan setting creates an “air blanket,” delivering cool air across the bed without interrupting sleep. The fan operates quietly even at higher speeds.
The remote control for the Shark TurboBlade Cool + Heat is outstanding, attaching magnetically to the fan’s body with a strong magnet and providing an extensive operational range. It allows you to pre-heat a room from a different area, enhancing comfort.
If the remote isn’t your preference, the fan’s display and controls are practical, featuring adjustable brightness for light sleepers.
The TurboBlade Cool + Heat is effective for both heating and cooling, although it may not be the best fit for large rooms with open layouts. It works well in bedrooms, offices, or small studio apartments.
For anyone looking for a portable fan and space heater with aesthetic charm, the Shark TurboBlade Cool + Heat is an excellent choice, especially for compact areas. It solves the issue for family members with varying temperature preferences and is also handy for guests.
Considering the cost-efficiency, using the Shark TurboBlade on a daily basis for a year amounts to around $1 per day, plus local energy expenses.