Vornado PEBL Portable USB Desk Fan vs DRIFWIN Magnetic Travel Fan

Buy the Vornado PEBL if you want a small, quiet desk fan that runs off USB and folds flat to about 2 inches for a bag. Buy the DRIFWIN if you need cordless airflow away from an outlet, want four speeds, a battery gauge, or a strong magnet for a cruise cabin wall or bed frame. The PEBL is the better-built, simpler fan from an established air-movement brand; the DRIFWIN packs more features and a 5000mAh battery into a slim body. Owners of the PEBL praise its quiet motor and compact fold; DRIFWIN buyers value the magnet and battery life but note it is larger and heavier to pack.

• Choose the Vornado PEBL if you want a quiet, USB-powered desk fan that folds flat and stays put on a metal surface without a battery to manage.
• Choose the DRIFWIN if you need a rechargeable fan with four speeds, a battery display and a strong magnet for cruise cabins, camping or bedside use.