Window Air Conditioners Reviews – Vertical Air Conditioners

If you are looking to cool an area in your house in the summer, but do not want to purchase a centralised air conditioning unit, a window air conditioner is the ideal choice for you. It well cost lest initially and will be cost effective top maintain and run in the long run.

Most of the window air conditioners can be vertically installed, for easy installation and removal, as at the end of the warm weather season, most people will remove the unit from the window and store ir away during winter. It is important to note that when choosing a window air conditioner, size is important. If the unit you purchase is too small, it will run continuously without cooling your room, which is a waste of energy and time.

However, if you buy a unit which is too big for the space that you require cooling, it does not necessarily mean that it will cool the room effectively. Generally, all types of air conditioners run by removing both heat and humidity. A unit that is too big will cool the room so quickly that it will not have time to remove humidity from the air as it should. In turn, this will cause the unit to switch off, leaving the room feeling stuffy, damp and uncomfortable.

A correctly sized unit will remove the right amount of humidity while also cooling the room effectively. Small sized rooms ranging from 100 to 150 square feet will require about 5,000 BTUs of cooling capacity, whereas large rooms of up to 1,400 square feet will require 24,000 BTUs of cooling capacity. It is also better to buy units which are Energy Star qualified or have a good EER (Energy Efficiency Rating), which means that the unit will use less energy, saving you utility costs in the long run.

Top 3 Window Air Conditioners

1. LG LW1011CR Window Air Conditioner

Great value for money with the cost of this unit

The LW1011CR is a vertical windor air conditioner with a cooling capacity of 9,500 BTU. It is able to cool a medium sized room of about 350 square feet to 450 square feet. A compact design, with a 4-way air direction change and multiple fan and cooling system makes for efficient cooling. Multiple cooling settings are available to suit your cooling needs while combining ideal comfort for your home.

A user friendly remote allows you to easily adjust the functions on this unit without having to get up. A 12 hour timer allows you to set the unit to switch on before you come home, so that when you walk in to your room, it is already cool and comfortable for you. This also allows you to save on energy consumption.

An easily washable filter means that it is quick and easy to maintain this unit, as you will not need to replace the filter as long as you regulargly clean the filter. An easy to understand guide allows you to easily install the unit without any fuss. Its compact design also makes it easy to transport and keep away.

Pros:

• Great value for money.

• Easy to install and maintain.

• Good performance.

• User friendly.

Cons:

• Unit can be noisy at times.

• Value for money unit means that features are limited.

2. Haier 2HDV6 Windor Air Conditioner

Great look and design to suit your home

This vertical window air conditioning unit has a cooling capacity of 8,000 BTU. This unit can cool a room of about 400 square feet.. A sleek and compact design makes this unit incredibly popular, as well as its ability to cool a room efficiently. This unit allows you to enjoy quiet and efficient cooling. You are able to set adjust various functions such as Quiet Mode, dehumidifier mode, energy saver mode, 24 hour on/off timer, fan speeds and louver directions. A magnetic remote control which is easy to use and configure also includes braille text to the right of the remote.

This unit includes a unique EnviroClean Coil which is used to reduce irritants in the air such as pollen, dust particles, odours and bacteria while providing great energy efficiency. With an Energy Efficiency Rating of 9.5, this unit is one of the most energy efficient window units available, also being Energy Star certified.

This unit is ideal if you are looking for a temporary cooling unit, with great design, energy efficiency and performance.

Pros:

• Great sleek and smart design.

• Exceptional performance and energy efficiency.

• Easy to install and transport.

• User friendly remote.

Cons:

• This unit is noisy when on poweful mode.

3. Frigidair FRA123KT1 Vertical Window Mounted Air Conditioner

Comes with a temperature control system

This unit has a cooling capacity of 12,000 BTU, with the ability to cool spaces of up to 650 square feet. This unit has an Effortless Temperature Control system which enables the unit to maintain the desired temperature constantly throughout the time in which it is on. An easy to use remote control enables you to control the temperature and fan speed without having to get up. An antibacterial filter removes bacteria, odours, and other irritants from the air for a fresher feeling room.

A Sleep Mode is available for quiet operation while you sleep, giving you a good night’s sleep. The unit also alerts you when to clean the filter. This unit also has a Space Wise adjustable design which extends the side panels to fit your window easily.

A 24 hour on/off timer allows you to adjust the temperature before you reach home so that your home is cool and fresh before you enter it. This unit has an Energy Efficiency Rating of 9.5, making it use the least amount of energy as possible and cutting down on your electricity bill.

Pros:

• This unit performs well and efficiently.

• Nice looking design which makes unit fit easily into any home decoration.

• Easy and quick installation.

• Low energy consumption.

Cons:

• Unit may not be available depending on where you are, which means you may have to purchase through third a third party.

Before You Buy:

Window Air Conditioners have filters that need to be cleaned regurlarly. This guarantees that you get the maximum performance. Keeping the filter also lowers energy consumption and helps to cut costs.