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Rating: 4.5/5
Space heaters are usually noisy and boxy, while tower fans rarely move enough air. Shark’s Turboblade Cool + Heat is the rare combo that works both well. In heater mode, it’s almost silent, yet still delivers a steady stream of heat from the center vent.
As a fan, the Turboblade offers smooth airflow, 180-degree oscillation, and a party trick: Flip it upright for a long stream or axis to create a soft “blanket of air” across the room. The magnetic remote makes everything easy from the couch. I just had to use the switch on the unit to switch between heat and fan, then fine tune with the remote.
I tested the Shark’s popular fan-only Turbo Build earlier this year (it even made it into Bobvilla.com’s Tool of the Year 2025 lineup), so I was eager to compare this upgraded version. Keep reading to find out how it’s decorated.
Versatile, portable climate control
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Quiet, even heating with smart temperature control
The Turboblade’s heater uses its center vent for a targeted, controlled flow of heat, while the outer shell stays cool to the touch – making the design safe around pets and children. I loved how the heat spread evenly throughout my 200 square foot office without hot spots or annoying noise. The ThermoIQ mode automatically adjusts the output to maintain your selected temperature, and changes quickly when the room temperature drops.
Shark/Ninja has mastered the art of user-friendly design, so setup was easy: I threw a few parts together, plugged it in, flipped the on-unit switch to “heat,” and adjusted everything with the remote. This is easily the quietest space heater I have ever used.
Smooth cooling with axis and secondary features
When switched to fan mode, the Turboblade moves air in a steady, bladeless stream instead of in choppy bursts. I used a vertical orientation for concentrated airflow and a horizontal “air blanket” configuration to distribute the air throughout the room.
180 degree oscillation is an advantage. I appreciated that while keeping my office cool without blowing papers everywhere. Fan noise increases slightly at higher speeds, but even at level 8 out of 10, it’s still quieter than any pedestal fan I’ve owned. The airflow feels smooth, almost like a gentle breeze rather than a draft.
Intuitive design and magnetic remote
The magnetic remote quickly became one of my favorite features. It sits neatly on the base, feels solid in the hand, and allows me to adjust temperature, fan speed, and oscillation from across the room. The controls are intuitive — no app or setup required — and it worked perfectly from 15 feet away.
I also appreciate that the tower’s slim profile allows it to fit easily between furniture on upright storage. Cleaning is also easy: the dust-proof screen on the back pops out for a quick rinse under hot water.
Perfect for quiet spaces and year-round use
At $399, the Shark TurboBlade isn’t cheap, but it replaces two devices with just one. It’s whisper-quiet in heater mode, attractive enough to leave on year-round, and powerful enough for small to medium-sized rooms. The only feature that made me an early Shark fan was the model’s height adjustment—but the trade-off for the dual functionality is worth it. If you’re after a single, thin tower that keeps you warm in the winter and cool in the summer, this is a solid choice.
Versatile, portable climate control
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