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In the 8,000 BTU size class, the Frigidaire FHPC082AC1 has the highest seasonally adjusted cooling capacity with a SACC of 5,500 BTUs. I wouldn’t try pushing its limits in a larger space than the rated 350 sq ft, but I did have to chase away a family of penguins trying to settle in while testing the Frigidaire’s max output. So, why is it so low on our list? Unlike the other products, there is no auto shut-off with this Shinco air conditioner. You will have to regulate room temperature yourself. While this works well, our idea of chilling isn’t constantly getting up to change the AC. This unit is portable as long as it is near a window, because it must be vented to the outside. It’s also quite loud, but at least, the manufacturer doesn’t claim that it’s quiet. Well, yes. The unit is big and needs a larger window than your average AC. It's also heavy, which, together with the unusual form factor, makes Midea U a challenge to install.
Like most models in the portable category, I can’t call Zafro particularly quiet. Yet, its roughly 54 dB noise output didn’t bother me. It’s Energy Star-certified and has the same 12 EER rating you’d expect from modern air conditioners, like the LG and HomeLabs. Wait, there's more! Midea U comes with a built-in Wi-Fi module that allows it to connect to your smartphone or a voice control unit, like Alexa or Google Assistant. Combine the low power consumption with a reasonable price tag, and you have a portable air conditioning unit that provides a lot of value.
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In addition to the generally affordable price point, the Frigidaire won’t have a big impact on your electricity bills. Protect your Air Conditioner against the cost and hassle of unexpected failure and give yourself some added peace of mind with one of our great value extended warranties!
There is nothing worse than your Air Conditioner breaking down just after the Manufacturer's warranty has expired. Here at Buy It Direct Ltd we want you to get the most out of your Air conditioner which is why we offer a 2 Year Warranty plan. Its excellent SACC, combined with its excellent energy efficiency and low price makes the Frigidaire FHPC082AC1 the best 8,000 BTU portable air conditioner on the market. In the past, testing for portable AC cooling capacity (BTU) did not take into account these two inefficiencies (heat added by ducting and infiltration air) - hence, the consistent 8,000 BTU rating for all models in the 8,000 BTU category. Portable air conditioners tend to be electricity hogs — it’s just the nature of the beast. In this gluttonous crowd, SereneLife SLPAC8 stands out with its decision to go on a diet. We see similar drops in other size categories. For example, there are several 14,000 BTU units on the market with a SACC of only 7,700 BTUs. The most efficient 14,000 BTU units have a SACC of 12,000 BTUs – still 2,000 BTUs less than the specified traditional 14,000 BTU capacity. Our RecommendationsThis leaves us with only three critical factors that you can look at to distinguish between the best and worst models in each respective size category: This unit is auto-evaporative and recycles condensation to cool its components, which results in infrequent drainage. That’s a good thing, too, because the supplied drain hose on my unit didn’t actually fit the outlet. MeacoCool 8,000BTU portable air conditioner for use in the home or the office to provide personal cooling in rooms of around 15-25m². Zafro offers all the features its more expensive competitors do. You can change between AC, fan, and dry modes and three fan speeds, and there’s a sleep mode and a timer. I also noticed that my unit collected some water inside it. That’s intended as the AC recycles the water to cool itself, but mosquitoes love that puddle.
A through-the-wall air conditioner can be convenient for spaces without windows, or if you don't want to give up your view. If you want an 8,000 BTU air conditioner on your wall, Koldfront WTC8001W is my recommended option. I wouldn’t use this unit as your sole heater, but it does a decent job of helping keep the autumn chill out of your garage. The heater cuts into the Koldfront's energy efficiency a bit, causing it to lag behind the window units. Still, with a 9.6 EER rating, it’s not exactly an energy hog.
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It won’t inflate your electricity bills while doing so, either. Although it doesn’t reach the (ridiculously high) bar of the Midea U, the LG unit still has a great 12 EER rating and sports an Energy Star certificate. The AC is easy to move, thanks to being reasonably sized and not weighing that much (about the same as the SereneLife unit). The short exhaust hose and power cord limit where you can place the unit, though. The inverter compressor provides excellent, fast cooling while consuming very little electricity. Unlike a traditional unit that cycles on and off, this inverter AC runs constantly at varying speeds. Installation is fairly straightforward, partially due to the 50-pound weight. This unit is a bit heavier than the Frigidaire, but that one is admittedly unusually light. HomeLabs has built one of the lightest window AC units on my list.
Portable air conditioners are floorstanding appliances that use air from within a room to cool an area by exhausting the hot air outside. Typically, hot air is exhausted through a hose fitted to a standard window. Some also vent through a wall or drop ceiling. In each case, a compatible mount kit is often provided. BTUs (British Thermal Units) are the measurement of how much hot air can be removed from the air in relation to the square footage of the room. You need about 20 BTUs for every square foot of space: a 300 square-foot room would need a portable AC unit with at least 5,000 BTUs while a 500 square foot room would require at least 12,000.In some ways, the Frigidaire beats its pricier competitors. Unlike the LG, it has a sleep mode, in addition to the usual 3-in-1 functionality, eco mode, and 24h timer. While portable air conditioners are among the least energy efficient type, they are more energy efficient than central air since they only cool a single room at a time. With enough BTUs, the right positioning, and open doors, however, one might be able to cool multiple rooms. Still, look for an Energy Star-rating for efficient operation. All costs includes parts, labour, call out and delivery charges are covered, so you can rest assured there are no hidden costs. For smaller untis we may ask you to return it to our UK repair centre. However, this unit has an ace up its sleeve that other air conditioners on my list don't — it comes with a 4,200 BTU heating function. Today, 8,000 BTU units are still rated as 8,000 BTU units but a new rating has been added that does take into account the two inefficiencies we mentioned above.
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