havit HV-F2056 15.6″-17″ Laptop Cooler Cooling Pad – Slim Portable USB Powered (3 Fans), Black/Blue

Effective device at a “cool” price.
Great price, surprisingly good product. I always find it odd to see an item get 20 5-stars and then 20 1-stars. Possibly some got a an item that came off the production line faulty OR perhaps they travel with it and packed it shabbily, let their 2 year old use it as a Frisbee, etc. I guess there is truth in “YMMV” I think this item looks very sturdy. I plan on keeping it in one place. I have no kids and live alone. Sooo Hopefully, it will still be working fine in several years. Disclaimer is that I just received it today (one of the nice things about Prime membership is getting that IUPS delivery on SUNDAY. Nice surprise. My laptop is OLD – old meaning probably 7 or 8 years old and has dated technology. Dual chips and at this point in it’s life, it runs pretty HOT. I am retired, have insomnia and often doze off at 4 or 5AM with computer running, so its on pretty much 24/7 I am amazed it is still running and also know it contains a lot of info that is either very difficult to back-up/store, or just too much of a hassle to spend that much time doing so (and I’m a bit naïve about doing that.So, I plan on buying a new one in a month or so and just want to do the best I can to keep guy running until then. Heat is a big enemy of computers, especially when they start getting as hot as mine has been (prompting me to get the cooling pad, but really, it’s a goo idea to use this from day one). It will greatly increase the life and performance of your computer and it’s components. This cooler is QUIET, even more so than I expected from many reviews. The blue light? Some found it annoying, but it wasn’t at all to me and I actually think its really a nice feature that lets you know it is running, since it runs so quiet (and my hearing not the best). Well, if it runs so quiet, it can’t be putting out much air, right? Nope – nice steady stream of air – not hurricane force, but quite sufficient. I opened the box, put it under my laptop on my lap and decided to read up on the 13 pages of questions people asked about it. Just to see how it well it would work. Didn’t do any gaming, but did have a number of other programs open and viewing like facebook, some web surfing, reading mail, etc. After several hours where it would normally been almost too hot to touch, it was surprisingly COOL to the touch. Good deal! Very happy with those results and I’m thinking about getting another unit for my PS3 and/or as a back up.A couple of tips: some complained the short power cord seemed to come apart fairly easily. Most cables tend to be that way, especially those on equipment that is moved around much at all. What I do with virtually every power cable phone/USB, etc, is to take a length of electrical tape and wrap both connector ends a number of times at a length of a an inch or so centered right at where the cable meets the connector. A lot of cables have “stress relief” built into them, but I’ve had these fail as well. The tape reinforces it and helps prevent frequent sharp bending and eventual failure. I am also going to power the cooling pad with an external USB 2.1A charger so as not to draw down the battery or increase any additional heat. Probably an overkill on my part, but I have a 7 port AC powered USB charger that I use for phones and other devices. The pad IS slick and while the “feet” angle it a bit (which makes for better air flow), it also causes my laptop to tend to slide off. I plan on putting several rubber “bumpers” on the bottom of the laptop to keep it stable. Short story long, I am very pleased with the device especially with the cost and that it truly does keep my computer running cool! Would certainly recommend to others, I think you’ll be well pleased. Wish I had bought this years ago.

Quiet, Effective, and Truly Worth It — A Cooler That Delivers for Work and Play
This Laptop Cooler has become a staple in my workstation and gaming setup. Slipping my laptop onto it feels like giving it a breath of fresh air. The triple-fan design really does make a noticeable difference in surface temperature, helping prevent overheating during long sessions.What really impresses me is how quiet it operates. Even under load, the fans hum softly without competing with my keyboard and game sounds. The slim, lightweight build makes it easy to carry between rooms (or even to a coffee shop) without adding bulk. It’s USB-powered, so there’s no messy extra cable. Just plug it into your laptop and go.On the few occasions I’ve pushed my machine with rendering, heavy multitasking, or gaming, the cooling pad helps keep performance more consistent. My laptop remains cooler to the touch, which feels safer for internal components over time.If I have a slight nitpick, it’s that on extremely soft surfaces (like a thick blanket or cushion), the airflow isn’t as effective. But that’s a trade-off with all external coolers. For desk use or on firmer surfaces, it works flawlessly.In short: this cooler works just as well for work laptops as it does for gaming rigs. For anyone looking to preserve performance, reduce heat stress, and keep things quiet, I highly recommend this with confidence. Very easy to use, easy to clean, and durable. I’ve used this for several years without any issue.

No es un secreto que a todo portatil le llega su San Martín en cuanto a los problemas de calor se refiere, sobre todo en verano. El prolongado funcionamiento y la compresión de espacio en su vientre hace que el procesador y el disco duro alcancen temperaturas excesivas y provoquen malfuncionamiento e incluso el degradado de la pieza (dispersión de pasta térmica, etc).Me decanté por éste modelo, principalmente por su tamaño adaptable a mi portátil de 15,6”, sus 3 ventiladores (mirar siempre que os coincidan con vuestra rejilla de la carcasa para mayor efectividad), y su “ergonomía inclinable” (unos 20º aprox), no resbala y la rejilla mantiene el equipo bien sujeto. Además, tiene un puerto adicional USB para no perder el que ya se usa para su funcionamiento (aunque lo mejor es usar un HUB para ampliar puertos). Es muy liviana y menos aparatosa que otros modelos más robustos que he visto.El resultado es una base que refrigera el interior del equipo, unos 12-15 grados aprox según marca mi monitor CPUID, en rendimiento normal, y unos 8-10 grados en alto rendimiento de procesador y gráfica. Suficiente como para que ventile mejor gracias a la inclinación de la base, y para no “quemarme las manos” al escribir sobre el teclado. Se nota mucho. Además, es ultrasilencioso, hace menos ruido que los discos duros externos que tengo. Cumple su cometido para bajar apenas unos pocos grados la temperatura habitual.Como curiosidad (ni buena ni mala, según gustos), desprende luz azulona mientras está en funcionamiento (tipo “gamer” llegué a leer), que si es cierto no se puede elegir que luzca o no, pero que no supone ningún problema, ya que cuando hay luz apenas se nota, y a oscuras ilumina los laterales de la mesa, como el ratón por ejemplo. Vale, no es ideal si vas a ver una peli por el efecto “ambilight”, pero no deslumbra la vista tampoco. A mi no me molesta.Muy recomendada.

I purchased this a while ago and wanted to give it some time using it before writing a review. It has now been years and this little gadget is still going strong. It definitely works wonders in keeping my laptop cool. When it sits on the table it feels really hot but as soon as it goes on this cooling pad it cools right down. I highly recommend. It will help keep your laptop going strong for years.