The UK's bestPortable Air Conditioners2022 Review

The Inventor Magic 12.000BTU Portable Air Conditioner is one of the best portable air conditioners for large rooms. The 12,000 BTU rating is the most powerful of all the air conditioners featured here, and is ideal for cooling larger rooms in the home.

It has five useful functions: dry, fan, cool, heat, and auto – the most of any model on this page. Therefore, it doesn’t just function as an air conditioner, you can also use it as a heater, a dehumidifier, and a fan. Not only is this very handy, it also means the unit offers great value for money.

This air conditioner has a reasonably low maximum noise output of 54.5 dB; particularly quiet considering its power. It’s worth mentioning that although quite quiet for air conditioning, this is still reasonably loud. It’s roughly equivalent to the volume of normal conversation. Lower settings will be slightly quieter and the fan can be set to a choice of three speeds to suit your needs.

It has a 24-hour timer and a remote which is handy. Additionally, the display and control panel on the unit are clear and easy to use, despite there being a lot of settings.

One downside to this unit is that it’s the heaviest of any of the models here at 37.8 kg. This can make it tough to move around, especially if you’re trying to lift it up stairs. However, it does have castor wheels that move in all directions to make moving it from room to room easier.

Set up is fairly straightforward and it comes with a window kit (to send warm air outside) for convenience. The sleep mode is a useful feature as well; it automatically adjusts the bedroom temperature whilst you’re asleep to make sure it’s not too hot or cold.

To conclude, this is one of the best portable air conditioners all round due to its five functions, high BTU, and low maximum noise level. It’s energy efficient, simple to use, and overall a good investment if you’re looking for a portable air conditioner for large rooms.

The BLU-09CO 9,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner is one of the best portable air conditioners for medium rooms. Its 9000 BTU power should be sufficient for small and medium rooms.

This air conditioner has three functions in one: it can be used as a fan, a dehumidifier and an air conditioner. This makes it good value for money and versatile too; you can easily adapt it for changes in the weather.

It comes with a remote so you can control it from a distance. The control panel, display, and remote are clear and easy to use. In fact, the remote control even has an LED display panel to show which setting and temperature the unit is on, which none of the other air conditioning units have.

It’s also one of the lighter air conditioners on this list, at 26.5kg. There are castor wheels on the bottom of the unit which move in all directions, making it easier to move around when needed.

It features a countdown timer, which means you can set the air conditioner to turn off after a specific amount of time. This is handy and helps to prevent power wastage, something we’re all becoming more conscious of with rising bills in the UK.

It also comes with a window kit and 1.5 m extendable exhaust hose to expel warm air from the home. This is compatible with most windows in the home and makes setting up your air conditioner easier.

Although this air conditioner does come with a lot of great features, it doesn’t have a sleep mode or as many functions as some other models. It’s also quite loud, although not unusually so for an air conditioner. It has a maximum noise output of 64 dB (a similar noise level to many of the other machines on this list).

Overall, this is an excellent option for medium rooms, with 9,000 BTU and three functions to choose from. The LED display on the remote is an added bonus, making this air conditioner clearer and easier to use.

If you’re looking for the best portable air conditioner for small rooms, the CHiQ Portable Air Conditioner 7000 BTU is an ideal choice. Even though it has the lowest BTU rating of the air conditioners on this list, with 7000 BTU it can cool rooms up to 18 m².

This air conditioner features four modes: cooling, fan, dehumidifying, and sleep. Sleep mode adjusts the temperature automatically and makes the noise output quieter, for a less disturbed sleep. It also features a 24-hour timer for convenience and energy saving.

The fan can be set to a choice of three speeds so you can adjust it to suit the weather. However, there isn’t a huge difference in volume between the settings. The low setting is 51 dB, the mid setting is 52 dB and the high setting is 54 dB.

The LED control panel and remote are easy to use, and the display panel is on the front of the unit so you can easily see the current settings. The display can be dulled or brightened using the remote. This is handy as it won’t disturb you while sleeping if used in the bedroom. A nice feature of this air conditioner is that the remote can be kept in the back of the unit when it’s not in use, so you don’t lose it.

In regards to moving the air conditioner, it is on the heavier side compared to other models on this list, at 32 kg. Although, it does have wheels which move in every direction (on par with the other air conditioners featured here), making it reasonably easy to move around.

This air conditioner comes with a window kit and clear instructions to make the installation process easier. The extendable hose is 1.5 m long, and the air conditioner has a 1 m power cable.

Overall, this is a great choice for small rooms. With its four modes, timer, and remote, it’s functional and ideal for daily use.

With a sleek, modern design, the De’Longhi Pinguino PACEL98 Portable Air Conditioner is both a stylish and practical addition to the home. Its 10,700 BTU power makes it suitable for medium-to-large rooms.

Offering three functions: fan, cool, and dehumidify, this air conditioning unit is fairly versatile. On top of this, the fan has three speeds to choose from and there’s a timer as well. One thing that’s missing, compared to some units featured here, is a sleep mode.

However, it does offer ‘real feel’ technology. Essentially, this means the unit can detect and regulate the temperature and humidity automatically to keep it at a comfortable level.

It comes with a remote control that is simple to use. There’s also a clear LED display positioned on the front of the machine: it’s easy to read and looks very modern. The whole air conditioner looks very stylish, in fact.

It’s the second heaviest unit on this list, at ‎33 kg. Like the others, it comes with castor wheels to help you move it around. However, you may need to bear the weight in mind if you’ll need to be carrying it up and down the stairs.

When it comes to noise, this isn’t the quietest option. Although the manufacturers mention it being ‘silent’, its maximum sound output is ‎64 dB. It’s also more expensive than the other air conditioners we’ve featured here.

Overall, if you are willing to make the investment, this is one of the best portable air conditioners for medium and large rooms. It’s powerful and also looks extremely modern, with the added benefit of ‘real feel’ technology to maintain a comfortable temperature.

Featuring smart home technology, the Pro Breeze 4-in-1 Portable Air Conditioner can be controlled through an app on your phone or by voice command. It’s compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Home.

Aside from the app control, it also comes with a regular remote control and a clear display panel. This air conditioner has four functions: air cooling, dehumidifying, fan and sleep mode. It’s worth noting that the fan only has a choice of two speeds, unlike most of the others featured here which have three.

The sleep mode is a useful feature. It gradually adjusts the temperature and reduces the fan speed until it switches off. This helps you stay cool while you fall asleep, and saves energy during the night. Like the other models we’ve looked at, there’s also a timer if you prefer to use that over sleep mode.

The 9000 BTU rating makes this model ideal for cooling small and medium rooms. Unlike the other units featured here, it comes with two window kits. They’ll fit either slide or hinged windows. However, the hose is quite short so depending on your room setup, you might need to buy an extension kit.

It’s one of the lighter units at ‎24.5 kg, and comes with wheels to make moving it around easier. However, this air conditioner has one of the loudest maximum noise levels at 65 dB (albeit only 1 dB louder than most).

It’s one of the best portable air conditioners in terms of value for money, offering great features for a reasonable price. Along with smart-home technology, it still has all the basics you need including a timer, remote, clear display, and four mode functions.

If you want a fan that you can move around easily and use in multiple rooms, the NETTA Air Conditioner Unit Portable is the best option. It’s the lightest of all the air conditioners here, at 23kg. It also has wheels so it can be easily moved, and it even comes with a handle to make transportation easier.

This air conditioner isn’t just easy to move, it’s also really functional. It offers three-in-one functionality: it can be used as a fan, dehumidifier, and an air conditioner.

The 8000 BTU rating makes it powerful enough to cool small and medium rooms. Like most of the other models, it has three fan speeds, a 24-hour timer and a remote.

The control panel and display are on the top of the unit. It uses a built-in touch screen. This adds to the stylish look of the unit, however it’s worth noting that it makes it hard to see what setting the air conditioner is on from a distance.

This air conditioner comes with a window seal kit for installation. However, it can be a bit tricky to set up and instructions aren’t as clear as they could be.

Also, this may not be the best portable air conditioner to use in the bedroom. Firstly, it has the loudest maximum noise output at 69 dB. Also, the LED touch screen glows quite brightly which might disturb some people at night. This will depend on personal preference but is worth considering.

Overall, due to its lightweight, this is one of the best portable air conditioners for use in multiple rooms. The 8000 BTU makes it suitable for most average-sized rooms and it has a useful handle and good castor wheels for easy movement. It’s even excellent value, coming in at a lower price than many of the other models.

The Russell Hobbs White 2 in 1 Portable Air Conditioner is one of the best portable air conditioners if you’re looking for something simple and practical. It has minimal features to make operation easy, but still has everything you need to keep your home cool.

It has two functions: an air conditioner function and a dehumidifying function. Like other models, it has a 24-hour timer and a remote control for your convenience.

The remote and display are very simple, making them easy to use even if you aren’t the most skilled with modern technology.  A nice touch is that the remote can be neatly stored on top of the unit, which reduces the risk of losing it when it’s not in use!

The maximum noise output is 65 dB, meaning this unit may not be the most appropriate to have on whilst sleeping.

This portable air conditioner is rated 11,000 BTU, which is fairly powerful, but it’s best suited to small/medium rooms up to 24 m². It’s one of the heavier models, at 31kg, although it does come with castor wheels to make it easier to move.

On top of this, the unit is designed to be easy to set up. It comes with a window kit and a 1.5 m hose. However, it’s worth noting that the window kit will only work for sliding windows.

This air conditioner does have less ‘fancy’ features than many other models, but it’s ideal if you’re looking for something that’s easy to use and is effective. It’s suitable for most small/medium rooms in the house.