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Portable Air Conditioners vs 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner, AC Unit

Ravvy scores Portable Air Conditioners at 79.25 and 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner, AC Unit at 83.51. 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner, AC Unit takes the overall pick, best for budget-conscious apartment dwellers and students in small rooms.

Coolblus Portable Air Conditioners, 8500 BTU Portable AC Cool Up to 360 Sq.Ft, 3 IN 1 with Remote Control, Sleep Mode, Window Kit, No Wall or Window Installation Needed, White-8500BTU
79.3

$256

Budget conscious buyers should choose the Coolblus for its rapid cooling in small rooms, though they must accept a basic LED interface and standard noise levels.

Ravvy pick

Shinco 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner, AC Unit with Built-in Cool, Dehumidifier & Fan Modes for Room up to 350 sq.ft, Conditioner Remote Control, 24 Hour Timer, Installation Kit SPF1-White-Standar
83.5

$189

Buy the Shinco SPF1 if you need an affordable, easy-to-install cooling solution for a small bedroom and can overlook the moderate noise levels during operation.

How they score

FactorPortable Air Conditioners8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner, AC Unit
Portability92.590.5
Cooling Speed8881
Noise Management70–
Energy Efficiency6572
Installation Ease84–
Noise Control–65
Ease of Installation–89

Portable Air Conditioners

What owners praise

  • Rapid cooling hits target temps in about 15 minutes
  • Auto evaporative system minimizes manual water drainage
  • Compact footprint fits easily into tight corners
  • Includes full window installation kit and remote
  • Four way air swing ensures even distribution

What to know first

  • Noise level of 52dB may feel loud in very quiet rooms
  • Non inverter compressor draws more peak power
  • Standard ASHRAE rating is 8500 BTU but DOE rating is lower

Skip it if large open floor plans or extremely light sleepers

8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner, AC Unit

What owners praise

  • Competitive pricing for the 8,000 BTU class
  • Effective self-evaporating system reduces drainage needs
  • Compact footprint fits easily into tight corners
  • Intuitive LED display and simple remote operation
  • Includes a complete window venting kit

What to know first

  • Noticeable noise level at 55 decibels
  • Lower SACC rating suggests limited power for large rooms
  • Two-speed fan offers less granular control than competitors

Skip it if large open-concept living areas or light sleepers sensitive to fan noise

Specs side by side

SpecPortable Air Conditioners8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner, AC Unit
UPC850059544143–
ASINB0CVTY66TMB07HR5CN7G
GTIN850059544143–
BrandCoolblusShinco
ColorWhiteSPF1-White-Standard
Noise52 db55 db
Voltage115 volts115 volts
Wattage840 watts2345 watts
Capacity0.2 kg19.2 liters
Room TypeMulti-purposeMulti-purpose
Brand NameCoolblusShinco
Efficiency6.5–

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