Midea FT40-21M

Name: Midea FT40-21M
Brand: Midea
SKU: midea-ft40-21m
Rating: 4.3 (8 reviews)

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The classic, time-tested table fan format: 40cm diameter, 3 speeds and 80° oscillation, to cool a room without breaking the bank.

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Key features

Diameter: 40cm, 3 polypropylene blades
Speeds: 3 speeds
Oscillation: Automatic horizontal oscillation at 80°
Compact, affordable format with a built-in carry handle

In detail: Midea FT40-21M 40cm Table Fan

The Midea FT40-21M represents the table fan in its most classic form: a 40cm diameter grille fitted with 3 polypropylene blades, mounted on a stable base, for simple and effective backup cooling. Sold around £34, it clearly targets the entry-level segment, with a 40 W motor that claims an airflow distance of up to 5 metres, plenty for a bedroom, an office, or a medium-sized living room.

Three speeds are on offer, adjusted directly via the buttons on the base of the unit, with no remote or connected features. The automatic 80° oscillation sweeps a good part of the room, and the head can also be angled by hand, up to 85° horizontally and 50° vertically, to target the airflow precisely at a corner of the room or a specific person.

The manufacturer states operation stays below 50 dB(A), a reasonable level on the lower speeds, even if the airflow becomes more noticeable at full speed, a common trade-off at this price point. The all-plastic housing stays light, barely 1.6 kg, and comes with a built-in carry handle that makes moving it from room to room throughout the day easy, a real plus for anyone who doesn't want several fans scattered around the house.

Setup needs no tools: the fan assembles in a few minutes and just as easily comes apart for cleaning the grille and blades. Against pricier models built around DC motors or fitted with remotes, the Midea FT40-21M doesn't compete on noise or advanced features, but remains an honest choice for anyone after a reliable fan in a proven format, without breaking the bank. It usefully rounds out a table fan selection at the entry-level end, alongside more premium models like Rowenta's.

Technical data

Detailed characteristics (EAN: 6939924843537)

Performance

Speeds?Number of fan speeds offered by the unit.	3 speeds
Oscillation?Automatic side-to-side sweeping motion, to spread the airflow over a wider area.	Automatic at 80° horizontally, head also adjustable by hand (85° horizontal, 50° vertical)
Airflow distance?Volume of air moved by the unit each hour, in m³/h: the higher it is, the faster the room's air is refreshed.	Up to 5m claimed by the brand
Noise level?Noise emitted by the unit, in decibels (dB(A)). As a reference, a normal conversation is around 60 dB(A).	Below 50 dB(A) claimed by the brand

Dimensions and power supply

Diameter?Diameter of the unit's grille or blades.	40cm (3 polypropylene blades)
Power supply?How the unit is powered (mains, USB/battery, disposable batteries).	Mains, 220-240V / 50Hz
Weight?The unit's weight.	About 1.6 kg

Additional information

Power	40 W
Material	Plastic (PP)
Colour	White

Comparison

Around £30 to £35, the Midea FT40-21M regularly comes up against the MERTTURM USB Desk Fan in searches for affordable table fans, even though the two serve different needs: one runs exclusively on the mains, the other has its own battery. Here's how they compare based on manufacturer data.

Comparison: Midea FT40-21M vs the MERTTURM USB Desk Fan (manufacturer data, for guidance only)
Criterion	Midea FT40-21M	MERTTURM USB
Power supply	Mains (220-240V)	4000 mAh rechargeable battery
Diameter	40cm	Compact desk format
Speeds	3 speeds	4 speeds
Oscillation	Automatic at 80°	Automatic at 270°
Battery life	Unlimited (mains powered)	4 to 13h depending on speed
Price seen	≈ £34	≈ £28

In short, the Midea FT40-21M offers a more generous airflow thanks to its large 40cm diameter, ideal for cooling a whole room from a mains socket. The MERTTURM answers with cordless freedom of placement and several hours of battery life, better suited to on-the-go use (patio, camping, student room) than to steady background cooling.

Our tester's verdict: Benoit Richard

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On a coffee table or a desk, the Midea FT40-21M ticks the essential boxes of a cheap backup fan: a 40cm grille that genuinely moves air, 3 speeds that cover most everyday situations, and an 80° oscillation that sweeps a good part of the room without leaving a dead spot. The housing stays light, and the built-in handle makes it easy to carry from one room to another, a real plus for anyone moving it around during summer. The weak point is noise: past speed 1, the airflow becomes clearly audible, less discreet than pricier models built around DC motors. The plastic base stays stable but sounds a bit hollow when touched, without spoiling day-to-day use. For an entry-level price around £34, it's an honest choice for anyone just after simple air circulation without extra features.

Frequently asked questions: Midea FT40-21M 40cm Table Fan

🔌 Does the Midea FT40-21M come with a remote control?

No, this model has no remote control: speed and oscillation are adjusted directly via the buttons on the base of the unit.

❄ How large a room can the Midea FT40-21M cool?

With an airflow distance stated up to 5 metres, it suits a bedroom, an office, or a medium-sized living room well, rather than a large open-plan space.

🔈 Is the Midea FT40-21M fan noisy?

The brand states operation stays below 50 dB(A), a reasonable level on lower speeds, though the airflow becomes more audible at maximum speed, as with most fans in this price segment.

❄ What oscillation angle does the Midea FT40-21M offer?

The head oscillates automatically across 80° horizontally, and can also be angled by hand up to 85° horizontally and 50° vertically to target the airflow precisely.