Let me start by saying this little gadget is NOT an air conditioner. If you're expecting it to chill your entire bedroom, you'll be disappointed. But if you need a personal cooling solution for your desk or bedside, it's a game-changer.

I use mine daily in my home office where the AC struggles to reach. The first time I turned it on with just water, I was underwhelmed - barely cooler than a regular fan. But then I discovered the ice cube trick! Filling the reservoir with ice and cold water transforms this into a mini AC blast. Pro tip: freeze the cooling tray vents too for extra chill.

The noise level is... noticeable. On high speed, it sounds like a determined hummingbird trapped in plastic. I keep mine on medium - cool enough without the industrial fan soundtrack. The night light feature is surprisingly nice though, with color options that create a relaxing ambiance.

Portability is great - I've moved it from my office to bedroom to living room depending on where I'm working. The cord is generously long, but no battery option means you're tethered to an outlet.

After three months of daily use, here's my verdict: It won't replace your AC, but when positioned right in front of you (like at a desk), that cool mist feels amazing on hot days. Just manage expectations - this is personal cooling, not room cooling.