AS temperatures continue to soar, many Brits are on the hunt for the ultimate cooling gadget.
Thankfully, both Aldi and Lidl have extensive gadget ranges that can help in the hot weather.
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Lidl and Aldi are offering a range of buys to keep you cool in the hot weather (stock image) Credit: Getty
From fans to air coolers, choose from a wide range of cooling gadgets at the supermarkets (stock image) Credit: Getty
Whether you’re trying to sleep in a hot room or commuting to work on a stuffy train, these handy buys have got you covered.
The Jattvibe has compared the cooling options from both supermarkets to determine where you can find the best value for your money.
Ambiano Air Cooler v Tronic Air Cooler
The Ambiano Air Cooler is available from Aldi for just £14.99 Credit: Aldi
Lidl’s air cooler is also priced at £14.99 Credit: Lidl
Aldi’s £14.99 compact air cooler features LED lighting in various, three speed settings, a touch control panel for easy use, and a removable top-filling water tank for enhanced cooling.
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Also priced at £14.99, Lidl’s air cooler is almost identical, with the addition of a carrying handle, making it a draw between the two supermarkets.
Ambiano Jet Fan v Tronic Portable Fan
The Ambiano Jet Fan can also be used as a vacuum pump Credit: Aldi
While Aldi offers a variety of smaller compact fans, including the £6.99 Ambiano Fan with Flexible Tripod, its main answer to the portable handheld fan is the Ambiano Jet Fan, priced at £16.99.
While it is more than double the price of Lidl’s Tronic Portable Fan, £7.99, it does boast a two-in-one function.
As well as keeping you cool in the hot weather, it can also be used as a vacuum pump, with various attachments included in the packaging.
Meanwhile, the Lidl option boasts three speed settings, a tiltable fan head, and comes with a charging cable.
Globe Fan v Tronic Bladeless Fan
The Globe Fan features 10 speed settings as well as an overnight mode
Lidl is currently stocking the Tronic Bladless Fan in three sizes Credit: Lidl
Aldi’s auto-rotating £39.99 Globe Fan is designed for desk top use, offering an LED display and 10 speed settings.
There are also three modes, including one for overnight use, as well as a timer setting, and it comes with a remote control.
Meanwhile, Lidl is offering a Tronic Bladeless Desk Fan for the same price, with a mini version available for £14.99 and a full-size version priced at £59.99.
The desk top fan boasts a whopping 10 speed settings (or three in the mini version), as well as a timer function and an oscillation setting.
Aldi also offers the slightly more affordable Ambiano Portable Telescopic Fan for just £24.99, with eight speed settings, 120-degree rotation, and an LED night light.
Which supermarket cooling range offers the best value?
While Aldi’s cooling range, which is set to launch on Thursday, July 2, price matches Lidl’s air cooler, it falls short in handheld and desktop devices, which are significantly pricier than some of Lidl’s options.
However, it is worth remembering that a lot of these items offer different features and are not necessarily directly comparable.
Lidl’s cooling range is currently in stores, and while the popular air conditioner is already out of stock, you can still choose from a wide range of cooling buys, inclusing cooling pillows and pet mats.
