When it comes to beating the summer heat, most people turn to air conditioners to keep cool. Most air conditioning units are window-mounted and are typically installed in conventional single and double hung windows, but some models can also be installed in sliding windows. In addition, some houses are also equipped with central air conditioning systems. These air conditioners work from a central location to distribute air within a home or building. The only problem with both of these types of air conditioning systems lies in the fact that they either require permanent installation or may not be suitable for apartments or condominiums, areas where space or installation limitations exist.
That being said, a portable air conditioner is the solution. Used primarily for spot or supplemental cooling, portable air conditioners are great for cooling individual rooms, offices, or even computer server rooms because they can be moved from room to room and offer quick installation without lifting or damaging frames. of the Windows. However, when choosing a portable air conditioner, the key is to find a unit that is neither too small to cool the room nor large enough to waste energy.
As such, our product team has been testing a range of the most popular portable air conditioners on the market and we have come across NewAir’s newest product offering – the NewAir ACP-1300E Portable Air Conditioner. Boasting an ample 13,000 BTU of cooling output, this unit was not only powerful and affordable, but also packed with exciting features. We tested this unit on a muggy Los Angeles afternoon in a 200-square-foot apartment bedroom. Here is our review:
First impression
According to NewAir, the AC-1300E portable air conditioner is very similar to the ACP-1400E, but with a new style body. The sleek white finish made the unit inconspicuous and the long body design was perfect for placing it in a corner of our bedroom. The VFD display was easy to set up and provided bright light and clear contrast. We were also pleasantly surprised to learn that the screen would light up in the dark. The large built-in casters allowed us to move the unit from the bedroom and down the hall with ease, while the remote control allowed us to control the NewAir ACP-1400E from 50 feet away across the room. Additionally, we were also pleased to note that this unit used a standard 120 volt household outlet.
cooling power
The NewAir ACP-1300E featured 13,000 BTUs of cooling power, and this was more than enough to cool our room. Auto-evaporative technology eliminated the need to empty drain buckets, and we found the exhaust hose to be wider and larger in diameter than found on other competitive models. In turn, this resulted in more efficient cooling and better airflow.
dehumidification
In addition to providing cooling, this portable air conditioner also acted as a dehumidifier due to the refrigeration cycle. The NewAir ACP-1300E had an extremely large dehumidifying capacity of up to 120 pints per day while using only 950 watts/10.8 amps of power.
nose level
While not completely silent, the NewAir ACP-1300E portable air conditioner was very quiet even on the highest fan setting (less than 52 decibels). We had the TV on with the air conditioning running and found that it did not disturb our indoor environment in the slightest.
built-in air purifier
The NewAir ACP-1300E was definitely multifunctional because it also included a built-in air purification system. Large airborne particles first passed through the washable air filter, while smaller particles were attracted to the electrostatic plates through the ionizer. Lastly, to address noxious household odors, an activated carbon was able to help with odor adsorption.
In closing, we found the NewAir ACP-1300E to be a great portable air conditioner that was perfect for cooling personal spaces. With so many wonderful features, this unit turned out to be a great purchase.