AEG PX71-265WT Air Conditioning Unit - Silver/White Grey

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As for running costs, a higher BTU rating generally means the PAC will be doing more work and consuming more energy, but not all units are created equal. Your air conditioner should have an energy efficiency class, from A++ down to G, just like your fridge or cooker. The higher the class, the more efficient the unit will be. Are there any other features I should look out for? All PACs incorporate a compressor and one or more fans, so they’re never going to be totally silent. Some are quieter than others, however: you should find the minimum and/or maximum noise pressure levels listed in the manufacturer’s specification. Watch out for sleep modes, too. These power down the compressor and reduce the speed of any fans to make the PAC’s hum a little easier to sleep through. If you really struggle with the noise, though, think about cooling the room before you go to sleep, or try using a desktop or pedestal fan instead. Air-conditioning units don’t get much more reasonably priced than the MeacoCool MC 7000. Suitable for rooms up to 22m² thanks to its 7,000 BTU rating, the unit includes two fan speeds, as well as dehumidifier and fan functions. It’s reasonably compact, too, measuring less than a metre tall and 35cm square. At 21kg, it’s also more realistically portable than some PACs; you can just about lug it from room to room without risking a hernia. Even better still, this duct comes with a "coat" - a fabric cover which insulates the plastic to make sure heat doesn't escape into the room while it's on the way out.

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And it's clearly a quality product. It feels well made, hasn't missed a beat in the weeks I've been using it, almost daily, and I absolutely love the robust duct, which has to be piped out of a window. With 3 speed settings, you can easily choose the best option. Or, simply select the auto function – this monitors the temperature in your house and adjusts the fan speed to suit, so you’ll never have to guess which programme to use. It can even be controlled via WiFi from an app on your compatible smartphone, so you can set it while you’re at work and return to an inviting home.It's even a pretty quiet unit, compared to some, and it was given an A+ energy efficiency rating - although, do bear in mind, running any 1kw device for long periods will pile pounds onto your electricity bill. Key specs – BTU rating: 9,000; Functions: AC, dehumidifier, heater, fan; Energy rating: A; Noise: 64dB; Features: Remote control, timer, three-speed fan, heat pump; Hose length: 1.5m; Dimensions: 705 x 472 x 383mm; Weight: 31kg to 34kg Once set up, it’s a highly effective unit that’s able to effortlessly keep your average UK living or bedroom cool down to temperatures of 16˚C. In tests, we managed to cool our mid-sized living room from 24˚C to 20˚C within an hour. We also like that the unit uses a more environmentally friendly R290 refrigerant. Delivery is “threshold only” meaning that the item will be brought inside the entrance of the property however installation/removal of old appliance are not included within our standard/economy service.

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With a higher BTU rating than its stablemate, the Pinguino PAC EL112, the PAC EX130CST is equipped to handle rooms of up to 120m³ in size, and we suspect it could go larger. There’s a lot of cooling power on offer here. It effortlessly reduced the temperature of our test room from 25°C to 20.5°C in half an hour, then dropped down to a steady 20°C for the rest of our two-hour test period. We had no problem throughout testing keeping the temperature at about that level, although attempts to push it down to 18°C weren’t so successful; it’s within the range of the thermostat, but seems to be outside the EX130 CST’s comfort zone.

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Our standard free delivery on large appliances is a 3 – 5 working day economy service, therefore the delivery day will be dictated by area and may not be flexible or changeable. Of course, you don’t want to go much bigger than you have to. Weight, size and convenience matter, and if a unit’s too big, too heavy and too difficult to set up, then you may end up avoiding using it except for a few really hot days in the summer. You need to balance the cooling power you need against how big and obtrusive a PAC can be before you’re not prepared to put up with it. Where can I put a portable air conditioner?

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While I've reviewed everything from the small to the large when it comes to portable air-conditioners, I think I hit the sweet spot for my bedroom with the AEG PX71-265WT, one of a large range available at online electricals firm AO. The only major downsides are noise and power consumption. The MC Series 7000 outputs around 58dBA in typical use, and is only a few decibels quieter with the fan on its lower setting. And while it uses around 104W while cooling, we saw that rise to peaks of 641W during dehumidification – although the way the dry mode works means that this isn’t constant, by any means. Still, you’ll hear the same complaints of most PACs, but you can easily live with such issues when the price is so low and the performance so impressive. The best portable air conditioners you can buy in 2023 1. Amcor SF8000E: Best low-cost portable air conditioner

Buy It Direct Ltd is a limited company registered in England. Registered number 04171412. Registered office: Unit A Trident Business Park, Leeds Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD2 1UA. This summer I've discovered the joy of air-conditioning. I've tested a few units, and I'm absolutely convinced; there is nothing better than cooling your room down in a heatwave. New range of domestic, commercial and industrialdehumidifiers ready for 2023 autumn and winter season.Take a look at the full range here . Enjoy a perfectly comfortable climate with this brilliant AEG air conditioner. Whether you’re removing moisture from the air, heating a room or cooling it down, this model’s 1000 Watt power output will create the ideal conditions in no time. It does it efficiently too, as it has an A+ energy rating.

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How much you need to spend depends on your cooling requirements. PACs are rated in British thermal units (BTU): one BTU is the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree. A higher rating means an air conditioner can cool a larger space, which normally means the unit itself will be larger and more expensive. A 9,000BTU unit will handle a space of approximately 45 cubic metres, while a 12,000BTU unit could go up to 90 cubic metres. Measure your room before you buy to make sure you choose an air conditioner that’s up to the job.

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While it has a different layout of touch-sensitive controls to the smaller Pinguino, we found the EX130CST every bit as easy to use. It comes with the same CST remote control, which support’s DeLonghi’s myEcoReal technology to keep temperature and humidity at a comfortable level, while reducing energy consumption and noise. This is still a fairly noisy unit, though, putting out around 52dB while cooling, and over 46dB just while running the fan at its lowest setting. You probably won’t want it on while you’re trying to get to sleep at night. We are unable to ship large appliances to Ireland, Scotland or Wales at present and can ship to mainland England only.