Floor air conditioners: varieties and principles for choosing the best cooler

5 Hyundai H-PAC-07C1UR8

Hyundai H-PAC-07C1UR8 has three modes: dehumidification, cooling and ventilation. The manufacturer distinguished himself by adding the best mechanical control with clear notation. The mobile conditioner automatically gets rid of condensate, is able to work according to the timer. Quickly cools apartments and medium-sized rooms up to 16 degrees. In ventilation mode, there is no temperature change. Washing filters are included. The floor air conditioner rides around the room on built-in rollers.

The reviews note the simple fashionable design characteristic of the Korean company. They praise the mechanical control panel, which is more trusted than Led displays. The case has no sharp corners, fits into a city apartment and a country house. The set temperature is maintained automatically. Even in a hot kitchen on a warm sunny day, it drops to 17-18 degrees. The airflow direction in ventilation mode is adjustable.

About the basic data of floor standing air conditioners

If you have planned to buy a floor air conditioner, before going to the supermarket, decide what qualities should prevail for you. Power indicators. In theory, for optimal functioning of 10 sq.m. you will need about 1 kW of floor-standing air conditioner power with an air duct installed in all respects. So, a 5-kilowatt device should be enough for 50 sq.m. rooms. However, do not forget that most likely the air duct can be brought out into slightly open plastic windows, which means that the efficiency of the equipment may be reduced. Also, most office equipment has additional heating characteristics. Condensation removal.As mentioned earlier in the article, the most modern technical types have an automatic evaporation system that itself removes condensate along with warm air into the duct. And if the system is quite outdated, then it is recommended to opt for a model with a large condensate collector, so that it can be emptied as little as possible. Dimensions of the air conditioner. No less important is such an indicator as the volumetric data of the device, although all types of floor-standing air conditioners are easily easy to move on personal wheels and transport in a car.

The best mobile air conditioners with dehumidification function

High indoor humidity can lead to dampness and mold growth. Mobile air conditioners, which additionally dry the air, will help to cope with the problem. This feature is especially relevant for those who live in damp rooms or often dry clothes in the house.

Zanussi ZACM-12 MS / N1 - high-tech air conditioner

5

★★★★★editorial score

91%
buyers recommend this product

The device is made in a stylish modern case in white or black. It has a display showing the temperature and the selected mode of operation. The air conditioner has three of them: cooling, ventilation and dehumidification. With a power of 3 kW, such a unit is suitable for rooms up to 30 square meters. m.

Zanussi ZACM automatically maintains the set temperature with an accuracy of one degree and has a night mode that allows it to keep the room cool almost silently. The remote control and timer, as well as the self-diagnostic system and the ability to adjust the direction of the air flow, provide convenient control.

Advantages:

• Stylish design;
• The presence of a display;
• Remote control;
• Self-diagnosis;
• Night mode;
• Air flow regulation.

Flaws:

No automatic restart.

Mobile air conditioner ZACM-12 MS/N1 from the Italian brand Zanussi will effectively cool the room at home, in the country or in the office, and at the same time get rid of excess moisture.

Hyundai H-PAC-07C1UR8 - a compact device

4.8

★★★★★editorial score

85%
buyers recommend this product

This ergonomic air conditioner is equipped with a reliable compressor that allows you to quickly and quietly cool a room up to 21 square meters. m. The high power mode makes it possible to lower the temperature to 16 degrees in less than an hour. Dry and fan mode can work without cooling.

The model is equipped with a washable filter, which will last for the entire life of the air conditioner. The condensate here evaporates automatically, so the device does not need to be connected to the sewer or manually pour water from the tank.

Advantages:

• Compactness;
• Fast cooling;
• Evaporation of condensate;
• Timer up to 24 hours;
• Washable filter.

Flaws:

Mechanical control.

The H-PAC-07C1UR8 air conditioner from the Korean brand Hyundai will quickly cool the air and get rid of excess moisture in any small room.

Timberk AC TIM 07C P8 - budget option

4.7

★★★★★editorial score

81%
buyers recommend this product

The low cost does not make this air conditioner ineffective. On the contrary, the model without problems lowers the temperature to 19 degrees even in a room with a lot of sunlight. The fan speed can be adjusted, and the device automatically remembers the settings.

The air conditioner emits no more than 45 dB of noise. With the help of wheels, it can be easily moved from one room to another. Ventilation and dehumidification modes operate separately from cooling.

Advantages:

• Low price;
• Fast cooling;
• Low noise level;
• Memorization of settings;
• Compactness.

Flaws:

• No remote control;
• No self-diagnosis.

For a house or cottage, as well as any other room up to 20 sq. m. You can use the AC TIM 07C P8 air conditioner from the Swedish brand Timberk. And although it does not have an impressive list of additional functions, it does an excellent job with its main tasks.

2 Advantages and disadvantages of the unit without air duct

Each climate control device has both “pluses” and “minuses”. Portable mobile air conditioners are not deprived of them either.

Advantages of units without vent pipe:

• mobility. The device is not attached to the wall by an air duct, so it is much more convenient to use it than traditional solutions. Movement is limited only by an electric cable, the length of which can always be increased;
• economy. In the case of the device there are only 2 small units - a fan and a compact pump. Their total power consumption does not exceed 130 watts. In models where work is provided in the winter (due to the electric heater), this value can reach 2 kW;
• price. Mobile air conditioners cost on average 30% cheaper than bulky climate systems equipped with an air duct;
• fast effect . According to the manufacturers, their devices are able to lower the temperature in the room in just 7-10 minutes after activation;
• ease of operation. To turn on the air conditioner, it is enough to fill the tank with clean and cold water, and then connect the unit to the mains;
• low acoustic background. Mobile coolers are really quiet and you can't argue with that.
• no chance to catch a cold.Since, unlike standard split systems, these units are not capable of blowing icy air.

But, like any other home appliance, portable air conditioners have certain disadvantages. The paradox of the situation lies in the fact that there are simply no obvious “minuses” for this type of device. It would seem that with its help it is possible to solve the issue of cooling the room and abandon expensive climate complexes, split systems. But here everything is not as simple as it might seem at first glance.

Disadvantages of aggregates

The main drawback is that mobile air conditioners without an air duct in real operating conditions are not able to perform their main function - to cool the air. Even schoolchildren know that in the environment energy does not arise from nothing, and does not go anywhere, it only changes its appearance, state, etc. If we interpolate this through the prism of climatic devices, it turns out that in order to cool the air in the room, the removal of warm air masses is also required. This does not happen in the case of a mobile air conditioner.

In the reservoir, only the volume of water decreases, the temperature of which increases during operation. Energy from the room does not go anywhere, but accumulates in small particles of water vapor. Air humidifiers are arranged according to a similar principle, only there is no real cooling. In the first hour of operation of the unit, the temperature regime in the room can drop by 2-5 degrees, and then stuffiness occurs (due to steam).

The space is saturated with steam, and it becomes much more difficult to breathe in the room.It is not surprising that manufacturers strongly recommend opening a window before turning on the floor air conditioner in order to neutralize the above effect.

Another disadvantage is that it is spinning periodically to add cold water to the tank.

Mobile air conditioners of which company is better?

Traditionally, it is believed that the best air conditioners are Japanese. And it is true. But do not look for "Japanese" among mobile air conditioners - such models are rare. Electrolux is the undoubted leader in our market among outdoor mobile air conditioners. They supply us with the widest range of models, and Electrolux products rarely cause problems for the owners. Electrolux air conditioners are equipped with a large number of different additional functions and modes.

Other popular brands of mobile air conditioners:

• Zanussi;
• Aeronik;
• Royal Clima;
• ballu;
• General Climate.

Installing the air conditioner yourself: how to install a mobile device

Since mobile devices are practically safe (minimum level) in relation to electric shock, many buyers are thinking about how to install air conditioning in their home themselves.

Useful recommendations for installing climate control equipment:

• Before installation, you need to calculate the load so as not to overload the network. With a limit of 5-10 kW of energy consumption allowed for an apartment, a device with a power of about 3 kW will be optimal.
• By installing a chip socket with a built-in RCD, you can eliminate the need to install separate circuit breakers and grounding devices, and also do without making changes to the wiring.

To keep the air always clean, it is necessary to clean the filters in the air conditioner from time to time.

• With a ceiling height of 2.7 m, 1 kW is required for cooling every 10 m².If the ceilings in the room are high (4 m), another 10% must be added to this value.
• It is better to select more powerful devices, because due to automation, these indicators are regulated, and there is no way to fix the shortage.
• Closed-type models are recommended to be installed in a corner, on a shelf or cabinet to avoid marks on the walls when the air jet is ejected. Open units can be installed directly on the floor as close as possible to the area that needs cooling the most.

Regardless of which model of air conditioner is installed in the house, it is important to comply with safety and hygiene standards: operate the devices for their intended purpose and according to the instructions, perform repairs and scheduled maintenance in a timely manner, change water and disinfect pallets

Design

The main working elements of a mobile air conditioner with one or two air ducts:

1. Compressor;
2. Freon line;
3. Capacitor;
4. Evaporator.

A compressor is a unit that compresses freon to increase its temperature. after compression, the gas completely or partially passes into a liquid state and heats up.

Freon line - copper tubes through which the refrigerant circulates in a liquid or gaseous state. They interconnect all the main components of a mobile air conditioner.

The condenser is the unit in which freon is compressed by the compressor. Equipped with a radiator for cooling the refrigerant by air coming from the room or from the street.

Evaporator - part of a mobile air conditioner, in which freon boils and goes into a state of gas. Equipped with a radiator for extracting heat from the air from the room.

The main working elements of the air conditioner

Auxiliary units of floor air conditioner:

1. Main fan;
2. Auxiliary fan;
3. Condensate tray;
4. Temperature sensor;
5. Controller;
6. Filters.

The main fan is used to blow the condenser radiator, air intake from the room or air duct. An auxiliary fan blows over the evaporator's radiator to more efficiently cool the air flow into the conditioned space.

The condensate tray collects the moisture that flows off the evaporator. In conventional air conditioners, it is discharged through drain pipes. When using a floor-standing air conditioner, the condensate accumulated in the sump must be drained yourself.

The temperature sensor gives signals to the controller. That, in turn, controls the on and off of the compressor. In inverter mobile air conditioners, the controller is responsible for the speed of the compressor.

Air flows through the filter to the evaporator radiator from the room. It traps large dust. There are models with one filter, and there are two. The second cleans the air coming from the room or duct to the condenser radiator.

Choosing a manufacturer of a mobile air conditioner without an air duct

After you have finally decided on the device, you need to consider the model range and decide on the manufacturer. Which companies have earned a good reputation in our market? Let's take a look at the top ten:

And now let's look at the most rated, according to Yandex Market, models of floor air conditioners, which are represented by these companies in our market.

Characteristics of the floor air conditioner BORK Y502

Bork mobile air conditioners are not the cheapest devices on our market. But their quality is at a high level.

Model	Specifications	Cost, rub.
BORK Y502	Max. area, sq.m. – 32 Power consumption, W – 1000 Noise level, dB – 50 Weight, kg – 27 Add. characteristics: touch control, ventilation mode, automatic evaporator	31600

Features of mobile air conditioner Ballu BPAC-07 CM

Balu floor air conditioners are represented by several models. The most popular of them is BPAC-07 CM.

Model	Specifications	Cost, rub.
BPAC-07CM	Max. area, sq.m. – 30 Power consumption, W – 785 Noise level, dB – 51 Weight, kg – 25 Add. characteristics: remembering settings, ventilation mode	10370

Information about the floor air conditioner Electrolux EACM-10HR/N3

Model	Specifications	Cost, rub.
EACM-10HR/N3	Max. area, sq.m. – 25 Power consumption, W – 840 Noise level, dB – 50 Weight, kg – 27 Add. features: automatic temperature control, self-cleaning	15130

Best example of Zanussi floor air conditioner: ZACM-09 DV/H/A16/N1

Model	Specifications	Cost, rub.
ZACM-09 DV/H/A16/N1	Max. area, sq.m. – 25 Power consumption, W – 863 Noise level, dB – 47 Weight, kg – 21.5 Add. characteristics: self-diagnosis, dehumidification mode	18990

Mobile air conditioner Bimatek AM401

Model	Specifications	Cost, rub.
Bimatek AM401	Max. area, sq.m. – 30 Power consumption, W – 1000 Noise level, dB – 48 Weight, kg – 25 Add. characteristics: dehumidification mode and self-diagnosis	27990

Characteristics of the BEKO BNP-09C floor air conditioner

Model	Specifications	Cost, rub.
BEKO BNP-09C	Max. area, sq.m. – 25 Power consumption, W – 996 Noise level, dB – 65 Weight, kg – 32 Add. features: dehumidification mode, 3 speeds, automatic temperature control	16275

An example of a DeLonghi PAC N81 floor air conditioner

Model	Specifications	Cost, rub.
DeLonghi PAC N81	Max. area, sq.m. – 20 Power consumption, W – 900 Noise level, dB – 54 Weight, kg – 30 Add. features: self-diagnosis, temperature maintenance, dehumidification mode	19650

Floor air conditioner Mitsubishi Electric PFFY-P20VLRM-E

Model	Specifications	Cost, rub.
Mitsubishi Electric PFFY-P20VLRM-E	Max. area, sq.m. – 22 Power consumption, W – 1000 Noise level, dB – 40 Weight, kg –18.5 Add. characteristics: inverter control	107869

New in Floor Air Conditioners: Alaska MAC2510C

Model	Specifications	Cost, rub.
Alaska MAC2510C	Max. area, sq.m. – 26 Power consumption, W – 1000 Noise level, dB – 53 Weight, kg –25 Add. characteristics: timer, sleep mode, 3 speeds	18810

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About mobile air conditioner split system

Absolutely in stock now various models of this type of air conditioners. What type should be preferred? Most likely, either a mobile split system or a monoblock floor plan. Moreover, the second is the most uncomplicated option, the installation of which you can even handle on your own. What is needed for this? It is only necessary to remove the warmed air thanks to the air duct, if it is provided in the model, for example, through the window. What can be said about the volume of such a structure, the size will coincide with an ordinary bedside table. And mobile plan split systems include not one, but two block parts - inside and outside. One contains the cool evaporator circuit, compressor and fan, and the other contains the hot circuit, which drives the condenser and fan.In general, a mobile split system differs from a wall-mounted one in that the first of the compressors is located inside the unit, and the second of those mentioned is outside. In this regard, the split system on the floor has a very awkward and noisy block inside. At the same time, it should be moved on wheels.

Advantages and disadvantages of mobile structures

If we compare conventional split systems, panel air conditioners and other types of climatic equipment with mobile floor air conditioners, the advantages of the latter will become obvious.

1. No need for professional installation. Certain difficulties are expected only when the air duct has to be passed through a wall hole, especially if this wall is load-bearing.
2. Maneuverability. The possibility of rearrangement is limited only by the length of the air hose.
3. Low cost of installation and maintenance. The unit does not have external units that require regular professional maintenance. Installation of a canopy, anti-vandal grating is not required. The only thing to do is to empty the container from condensate and clean the filter. These simple tasks can be done on your own.
4. Compactness. The ergonomic portable unit is easy not only to install, but also to dismantle when carried to another place in the apartment or used in a country house.

Along with the pros, there are also cons. The main one is the need to connect a flexible duct to the unit with its subsequent withdrawal outside the house. This is due to the design feature - the presence of two separate nodes - an evaporator that produces cold and a condenser that produces heat. Since both nodes are placed in one housing, the heat must be removed outside, and this is why a hose is needed.

In comparison with split systems, in terms of such an indicator as the noise level, mobile structures lose. The compressor is noisy here, and it is located inside the room. The only way to reduce noise is to lose power. Some inconvenience is also caused by the fact that the level of condensate must be constantly monitored and a special container must be cleaned of moisture. The moment when this needs to be done will be shown by the sensors, so they need to be monitored. If the container overflows with moisture, the equipment will stop functioning.

To bring the air duct to the street, a hole with a diameter of more than 10 cm is required. The exit is the outlet of the hose through the window, but this option can only be implemented if there is a window or a small sash. Then it will be easy to put a stub. Not everyone is satisfied with the price of the unit, it is higher than that of window monoblocks and split systems.

How does a portable air conditioner work?

The principle of operation of a floor air conditioner is based on filtering and cooling air using a porous filter containing a special liquid, most often freon. Thanks to an external fan installed in the side panel, warm air is taken in and pumped through the cooling system with the help of a pump. Often, portable air conditioners contain a removable reservoir under the bottom of the unit that serves as a container for collecting condensate. With this accessory, there is an indicator on the dashboard indicating the liquid level in the tank. More "advanced" models of floor air conditioners are equipped with a heating function. Simply put, the built-in heating awning raises the temperature of the air in the room without "burning" oxygen.

floor air conditioner filters and cools the air

The best mobile air conditioners without an air duct

This device is similar to a humidifier and works on its principle. Inside there is a container with water, a special material that absorbs moisture, and a fan. Therefore, sometimes it is sold under the guise of a climate complex. As a cooler, it functions only in the area where the air flow is directed. There are few such offers on the market, and most best mobile air conditioners without an air duct, we recognized only one.

Honeywell CL30XC

The mobility of this climate technology is due to its small size, weight of 11.8 kg and comfortable wheels that allow you to move it around the room. The main feature of the device is that it does not need to be connected to an air duct. The air conditioner easily serves an area up to 150 sq. m. and provides not only humidification and cooling of the air, but also ionization, with which you can destroy pathogenic microorganisms in the room. The Honeywell CL30XC runs at 0.25kW but doesn't make much noise.

This model has a well-thought-out security system, with a lack of water to humidify the air, the device turns off

By the way, for these purposes, its quality is not particularly important, even tap liquid is suitable. Cooling efficiency due to flow control in two directions - horizontally and vertically

Also, the mobile air conditioner absorbs unpleasant odors thanks to the carbon filter and makes your stay in the house comfortable. The device is controlled using touch keys, but for greater convenience, the set includes a remote control.

Advantages

• Effective antibacterial treatment;
• There is a night mode;
• Does not dry out the air;
• Provides destruction of harmful impurities;
• Self-regulation of humidity and temperature;
• Several power levels.

Flaws

The warranty is given for 1 year only.

The Honeywell CL30XC mini air conditioner has an ice compartment, the loading of which increases the efficiency of humidifying and cooling the air.

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages:

• Air conditioners are small in size, mobile and, if necessary, can be easily moved around the house;
• Equipped with a remote control, with which you can easily adjust the operating settings;
• Unlike an air conditioner, climate systems do not require complex installation work;
• Most modern models are energy efficient, that is, they consume a minimum of energy;
• Climate systems not only cool the air, but also humidify and purify it, removing unpleasant odors;
• Some models have ionization and aromatization modes, which contributes to the creation of a comfortable microclimate in the room;
• Do not subject the airspace to recirculation;
• Climatizers operate on water, thereby being an environmentally friendly device that does not pose a threat to human health;
• Even in the summer heat, air conditioners are capable of cooling large volumes of air, depending on their power.

Flaws:

• Multifunctional climate systems are not cheap;
• Perceptibly noisy;
• It is necessary to regularly pour water into the tank;
• Periodically, you will have to get rid of the condensate.

3 General Climate GC/GU-EAF09HRN1

General Climate GC/GU-EAF09HRN1 is a wall-mounted split system with an inverter type of control.It differs from competitors mainly in high cooling (2600 W) and heating (3500 W) capacities. However, the maintenance efficiency of the area is not too high - only 22 square meters. Inside the air conditioning unit there is an anion generator that purifies the air from dust microparticles, and a special deodorizing filter that gives freshness to the air. The fan operates at four speeds, adjustable with the remote control, and also has an auto-on timer. The price of the model is also pleasantly surprising: it is an order of magnitude lower than that of competitors.

Advantages:

• the best price for an inverter split system;
• high heating power;
• installed anion generator;
• deodorizing filter.

Flaws:

small service area.

Popularization inverter split systems gradually replaced the classical settings from everyday life, without having any fundamentally good reasons for it. The change of generations happened so quickly and imperceptibly that consumers did not have time to really figure out what an inverter is and how it positively differs from the classical system. Indeed: does it make sense to buy modernized air conditioners, or is it nothing more than an idea imposed by world brands? Consider the main advantages and disadvantages in a detailed comparison table.

Device type	pros	Minuses
Classical	+ Low cost + Possibility of the system operation when the limits of operating temperatures in the street are exceeded (work with increased wear of sensitive sensors and the system as a whole) + Less susceptibility to failures at low mains voltage + Small dimensions of compressor and condenser units	– Low efficiency (10-15% lower than inverter models) – The presence of noise during operation – High power consumption (compared to inverter models) – Creating a constant load on the home electrical network – It takes longer to reach the set operating mode
inverter	+ Faster reaching the set temperature + Low noise level due to operation at low compressor speeds + Significant energy savings (30-60% of the energy consumption of classic) + Low load on the home electrical network + The actual absence of the reactive component of the current, contributing to the heating of the wiring + High temperature accuracy (down to 0.5 °C)	– The actual presence of electrical losses (but less than in classic split systems) – Higher cost (approximately 1.5 – 2 times) – Large dimensions of the external (compressor) unit – Sensitive electronics. responding to the slightest voltage fluctuations in the mains – The inability to turn on the air conditioner when the maximum permissible operating temperatures in the street are exceeded

Overview of reviews

Many users note the pleasant design and mobility of portable air conditioners. They do not burden the room, and if desired, can be easily rearranged to another room. Buyers are also attracted by the low cost of these devices compared to other air conditioners. Among the disadvantages, many include the noise of the device. Many are also confused by the inability to switch the parameters of the required temperature. Users also complain about the difficulties that arise when you need to regularly change cold water.

For information on how to properly use a mobile air conditioner without an air duct, see the following video.

Advantages

A good air conditioner is characterized by the following advantages:

• management and correction of a comfortable climate level in the apartment;
• humidity control function. Modern models have a function that allows you to control the humidity, or turn on a “dry operation level”, with which you can lower the humidity without the necessary cooling. These devices are just a salvation for houses that are located in damp places.
• no noise. Air masses are heated and cooled almost without noise, unlike fans and other devices.
• creating an "ideal climate" for various conditions. Small children, allergy sufferers, pets can be provided with a suitable environment. The device conducts effective air purification, removing pollen, mites, dust, various microorganisms, wool, dirt and other harmful substances.
• saving electricity. Heating the air, the air conditioner consumes less electricity by 70-80% than any other devices of this kind.
• design with style and simplicity.