With the scorching heat of summer just around the corner, finding the perfect air conditioner for your home is crucial for staying cool and comfortable. However, with various options available on the market, it can be challenging to determine which type of air conditioner best suits your needs. In this blog post, we'll compare three popular types of air conditioners – casement air conditioners, split system air conditioners, and portable air conditioners – to help you make an informed decision.
Portable Air Conditioners:
What is a portable air conditioner and how does it work?
True to its name, a portable air conditioner is a mobile cooling device that can be easily relocated from room to room. It operates by drawing in warm air, cooling and dehumidifying it, and then expelling the hot air outside through a connected window duct.
Main Benefits
Cost Effective option: You can find a fair-quality EuropAce has a large range of portable air conditioners, ranging from 10,000 BTU to 30,000 BTU portable air conditioner priced for as low as $399.90 under our Portable AC range, with more powerful unit prices at $469.90 and above. This allows consumers to choose one that suits their budget and room size. Portable Ac are suitable for small spaces and maintain low operating costs while providing cool air to the surrounding room.
Easy installation: Portable air conditioners are easy to set up and do not require permanent installation, making them suitable for renters or as temporary cooling solutions.
Portability: They can be moved from room to room as needed, providing flexibility in cooling different areas of the home.
No structural modifications required: Unlike casement or split systems, portable air conditioners do not require specific window sizes or wall openings for installation.
Points to Note
Limited cooling capacity: Portable units typically have lower cooling capacities, ranging from with average 95,000 BTU to 14,000 BTU, compared to window or split systems, making them less effective for cooling larger spaces.
Nevertheless, we proudly offer the exclusive 30,000K BTU portable air conditioner, the first and only of its kind in Singapore. No other portable air conditioner brands in the market matches our exceptional cooling capacity within the same range This is a gamechanger, making the powerful unit suitable for very large spaces.
Higher Noise Level: Being an all-in-one unit, they can be louder than other types of air conditioners, as the entire unit is located indoors. Ultimately, louder than split air conditioners.
Less efficient ventilation: Portable units exhaust hot air through a vent hose, which can reduce their overall efficiency compared to window or split systems.