NETTA Portable Air Conditioner 3-IN-1 8000BTU, Dehumidifier, Cooling Fan - Remote Control, LED Touch Control, Adjustable Temperature, for Home, Bedroom, Living room,Office

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It performed admirably in our testing, maintaining its lowest temperature nearly 70% of the time. The other small units we tested -- the Frigidaire FHPC082AC1 and the Whirlpool WHAP131BWC -- weren't able to keep up with the GE unit in this test. It also did well in the second test, where we see how consistently the unit maintains a set temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit. Again the GE APCD08JALW took first place. We discuss our test procedures in depth later in this article if you want to learn more about the process. This air conditioning unit offers full 3-in-1 functionality, and controlling it with both the front panel and remote is simple.

HomeLabs doesn’t lose to the other window models in energy efficiency. As an Energy Star-certified unit with a 12 EER rating, it won’t result in a big bump on your bills. 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. The FHPC082AC1 is one of the cheapest 8,000 BTU units on the market. Its relatively high SACC compared to its relatively low price makes it an excellent value.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. 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. 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. 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.

It blew enough cool air to bring my test room down to 60°F. I could see this air conditioner doing decently well, even when cooling larger rooms. 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. On the topic of installation, be prepared for a big project, especially if you don't already have a space on your wall for an air conditioner. This means that even the most efficient 8,000 BTU units on the market, still lose 2,500 BTUs in rated cooling capacity after accounting for heat loss via ducting and infiltration air.

MeacoCool 8,000BTU portable air conditioner for use in the home or the office to provide personal cooling in rooms of around 15-25m². A portable AC unit is a good option if you want to be able to move it from room to room, cooling different areas as needed (though would have to move and re-mount a window kit each time as well.) They are good for apartments or rentals where you might not be permitted to install a window AC. Ones that don't require venting are ideal for rooms that don't have windows, like a basement or play area.