Dimplex is a specialist in home heating and cooling solutions. They offer a variety of portable air conditioner models. These units come with cooling capacities of 2kW to 4.5kW and range in price from $500 to $1300. All models include a 24-hour timer, touch controls, a window set, and a smooth black-white finish. Most models have a built-in dehumidifier, and the brand also sells a few reverse cycle portable aircons in 3.5kW & 4.4kW. Since his 1940s start in a small laundry at St George Hotel in Melbourne, Arlec has come far.

It weighs 42.8kg. The device is a little too large for its size. Olimpia Splendid is a respected manufacturer of portable AC units. But, their quiet technology as well as a generous three-year warranty aren't cheap.

Kogan achieved a cool five-star review for functionality and features, moveability, ease of use and value for money. It earned four stars for reliability and overall satisfaction and three stars in noise. Arlec received five-star reviews across all areas of this year's ratings.

Double-glaze doors and windows. This will also help prevent heat from getting in your home. Replace the AC filter or clean it regularly. This should be done approximately every other month, and your unit should be kept clean and dust-free. At just 22.5kg, the COMPACT10 lives up to its name as the lightest unit on our list, coming in at over 10kg lighter than our top pick and more than 20kg lighter than the heaviest, the Polo PC47C.

The 5.2kW SmarterHome unit from Kogan comes in first place as the best portable reverse-cycle air conditioner. Is an installed air conditioner not an option? Portable air conditioners often become the unsung heroes of hot Australian households, Mini Rekuperatoriai keeping us cool and calm in all rooms. But these bad boys are not made equal, which means you have lots to think about before busting out your credit card in preparation for a hot summer. There can be a big difference between upfront costs and ongoing electricity bills.

Although you can install these units in a building without making any modifications, you wouldn’t want to drag one from room-to-room like you would with a fan. They are heavy, difficult to move and require installation to your window with the provided kit. We provide tools that allow you to sort and filter these lists to highlight important features. An exhaust tube is required to vent the hot gases out of the space being cooled.