Targus 16" Single Fan Chill Mat

This is my "traveling" chill mat. It fits my lightweight backpack along w my laptop. It doesn't have the greatest cooling system, but I didn't buy it for that. I only wanted an easily-packed chill mat, and this fits my needs.

The fan itself is very quiet. However the way the plastic cover grills were designed causes airflow to become very noisy and whistling. I had to cut away all the plastic covering fan, to have a quiet laptop mat.

There’s only one fan and it’s pretty weak. And the location of it doesn’t work with my particular laptop. So essentially it’s only good for elevating the laptop, which helps with cooling it in itself. But I could’ve gotten something cheaper if that was my goal. It’s not a complete waste since I use it to elevate the laptop for ventilation.

The back plug broke. And of course it's too late to return. I won't buy another one.

At first, I thought the single fan cooler couldn't keep up with my ThinkPad like my old two-fan cooler could, because the laptop was getting too hot. Turns out, this is because the fan wasn't working at all. I tried several different USB ports on the computer and my docking station, then tried a different USB cable for the cooler that I had from a camera. Nothing worked, the fan just didn't function. If it DID work, it's very light weight and I appreciate that the cord comes out the back instead of the side like my old one. As it is, I'm returning it since I can't exchange it. I probably will not repurchase it.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Made this purchase since I’m always on road trips. This helps a lot for my laptop. The fans run really smooth. Sometimes I even forget that I have it turned on. It fits really well on multiple laptops.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My partner has a larger laptop and can require a lot of power due to the programs and software he uses. I knocked off one star because I don't think this is absolutely necessary for everybody but if you are someone who has a powerful computer, I do think this is important to have so the computer does not overheat.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm the type of person who likes to work on just about every surface in my home including my couch with my computer on my lap. This has helped my computer from getting warm on my lap and is super convenient.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This chill mat has been such a huge help with working virtually from home. It requires no set up - just open up the package and you are ready to go. The mat brings a cable that connects to the computer's USB port and that is it! The fan started working right away. It is super quiet - which is great especially if you do not want any extra noise during your zoom calls! My computer is a 13 inch laptop, even though it is smaller than then mat it sits nicely and does not slide around. The top is made of plastic and has opening all over letting the air from the fan move easily to the computer. My own computer has a built in cooling fan and it does not turn on while I am using this product. I am really happy with the way it works and that it keeps my computer cool.

The fan runs too slow, still getting up to 84 degree heat. Will try the dual fan version next.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use this chill mat under my iPad to keep it from overheating and so far it’s been doing it’s job. It’s lightweight and you plug it into a USB port to cut the fan on. Being I don’t have a USB port on my iPad I just plug it into the wall and it works.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was happy to find this cooling mat for my laptop. True to it’s name it does keep my laptop significantly cooler. Being that, also as it is named ninety percent of the time used is in my lap. This is not at all a pleasant experience due to the heat given off from the bottom. The cooling mat does a great job of eliminating this issue completely!! I will most definitely be recommending this to family and friends.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received the 16” Single Fan Chill Mat when my laptop would get very warm. I was hoping that the chill mat would help cool my laptop down. The 16” Single Fan Chill Mat definitely does exactly what it says it would do. It cooled down my laptop.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So happy to have this fan for my laptop. I work from home so this is great to have and works perfectly to cool my laptop down after hours of use. The way it’s set up is perfect. I like that the cord is short and not in the way.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This chill mat with fan is a very functional addition to my various computer accessories. It's very common for my laptop's fan to start whirring and the machine to get hot. This fan in the chill matt helps to alleviate that.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] i needed to cool down an older laptop PC that we've been using for our video streaming operation. This chill mat does exactly that. The mat is powered by your computer's USB connection, so it doesn't require an additional power spot or an annoying wall wart power supply. It won't work miracles, but it will keep your laptop from overheating, and provide a subtle lift and angle which is nice. I am a satisfied customer.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Targus 16" Fan Chill Mat fits great under my 15" laptop and is keeping it from heating up when I'm using it and also keep my processor safe. All you need to do is plug in to a USB-A port and it turns on, real simple. Very good quality and it has been working as described so I am very pleased.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Using with my new HP Omen gaming laptop as they are known to get quite hot with use. Super easy to set up. Plug and "play." One of the rubber feet fell off the minute I took it out of the plastic packaging. It's not overly bulky, but it's not slim either. It fits my 15.6" fine. I would not recommend this to use as a lap pad - it works fine and is stable when in use on a desk or solid surface. Overall, I'm not super impressed.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This laptop cooler is pretty good. Overall it is sturdy, the fabric has a neoprene softness and the weight is low (no sense adding to the laptop) I was a little apprehensive at first, but the first time I used it I was pleasantly surprised. It made a huge difference in the temperature of the laptop. I have one of those gaming laptops because it has the high end specs i need, but doesn't cost an arm an a leg to buy. The only reason I give it 3 stars is the rubber pads that hold the laptop elevated off the surface of the mesh. Yes they allow for the air flow from the fans but the rubber is small and the laptop can slide especially if you are holding both in your lap and your knees are higher than your hips. I know most people won't be doing that so it probably isn't an issue really, but I did notice my larger laptop slide a little. The chill mat actually looks sort of like a large binder that doesn't open the fans connect to your USB port and are powered from your laptop so if your running on battery it might drain a little faster. Laptops running on battery usually slowdown to conserve so getting hot may not be an issue unless you set you laptop up to run full out even on battery. The chill mat can also be used to angle the laptop on a desk which is a nice benefit. It doesn't adjust but hey its not really for the desktop. I would like the option to add either more fans or enlarge the one already there, but I don,t see a way that can happen o this unit. Also the option to plug it into the wall outlet would be nice so I am not using battery. I would recommend it to someone who has there laptop in there lap it keep you from felling the heat..

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I like it, its nice and quite that's the best thing about it, otherwise the other cooling mats make a lot of noise an you can't concentrate. it keep my Mac cool and its light in weight just plug in and go, the only thing is now a days every laptop comes with a USB c so it would be time for the mat to upgrade to it. apart from that all is amazing.