7 Best Portable Air Conditioners In New Zealand
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You know what they say about hot and humid summers in New Zealand? It’s like being wrapped up in an oven for days on end.
But luckily for you we’ve got some expert knowledge on how to beat the heat. It can be hard to find a reliable air conditioner for your home! Luckily there’s an easier solution: get yourself some portable units instead! They’re always working just when we need them most–plus they look good on any space of wall or ceiling so everyone will know where all those cool breezes come from (even if no one says anything).
Are you looking for the best portable air conditioners in New Zealand? We have listed some of the highly recommended ones in NZ.
Delonghi Silent Air-to-Air Portable Air Conditioner
Good option for rentals
Overall rating – 4 out of 5 
Specifications
Dimensions: 45 x 75 x 41 cm
- Noise level: 47 dB(A
- Weight: 33kg
- Honeycomb shaped grid which minimizes noise and maximizes air flow
- Silent mode
- Dehumidifier: Yes
- 24 hour timer
- Air-to-Air functionality
- Automatic fan
- Accessories: Sliding Window kit, LCD remote control
Description
Frigidaire Cool Connect is one of the most unique air conditioners that you will ever find. Not only does it have built-in WIFI, it has a lighthouse shape along with the mesh vents that helps in the air flow. The mesh vents speed up the cooling process as well, making it one of the most powerful air conditioners, with the capability of cooling the room of even 550 square feet.
Pros
- You can take the AC anywhere
- Smart remote
- Efficient at cooling a large spaces
- Easy to set up
- Dehumidifier can collect up to 30L a day
- Manufacturer Warranty: 24 months
- The AC is air purifying
- No drip
Cons
- Requires external venting, sliding window vent kit included.
- It’s quiet but definitely not silent
Sheffield Portable Air Conditioner
Specifications
- Dehumidifier: Yes
- Dimensions: 30.5 x 67.8 x 32.8 cm
- Suitable for room spaces of 10m to 12m
- Cooling Capacity of 7000 BTU/hr
- Warranty: 2 years
- Temperature Range: 16C to 31C
- Air Circulation Capacity: 300m3/h
- Four all directional castor wheels for easy movement
- Low noise at less than 54 dB
- Easy drainage system
Description
After a tiring and hectic day, don’t you want to enjoy cool air in your room? Then you should definitely go for Sheffield Portable Air Conditioner which has a 24 hour built in timer that allows you to set a timer for the unit to run during the day. It is easy to move thanks to its four directional castor wheels, which let you take it anywhere you want.
Olimpia Splendid Air Pro 14 Portable Air Conditioner & Dehumidifier
Specifications
- Dimensions: W46cm x H86cm x D49cm
- Cooling Capacity: 3.5 kw
- Dehumidifier: Yes
- Heating Capacity: 2.9 KW
- 3 adjustable cooling mode settings
- Automatic timer for On an Off functionality
- Wifi connection from your smartphone
Description
Olimpia Splendid’s portable air conditioner is a powerful and sleek solution for quick cooling. The Italian design of this product makes it stand out from other options in the market, with its unmatched technology as compared to others on offer.
Pros
- You can take the AC anywhere
- Durable unit
- Maintains a cool temperature on the hottest of NZ days
Cons
- Basic user manual
- Bulky
- Expensive
- It’s quiet but not silent
- Only has two drainage ports
Midea Portable Air Conditioner
Specifications
- Dimensions: 467x397x765
- Cooling Power: 3.5kW
- Heating: 2.95kW
- Warranty: 24 months
Description
You’ll be glad you decided to invest in a portable air conditioner for your home. Not only will it keep things cool, but the Midea unit can also help with heating problems and provide ventilation when needed!
Features
- On-Off Timer
- Sleep mode
- Easy installation
- Remote control
Goldair Portable Air Conditioner
(Perfect For Flats)
Specifications
- Dehumidifier: No
- Cooling Capacity: 12000 BTU/hr
- Warranty: 2 years
Description
Are you looking for a perfect portable air conditioner to suit New Zealand’s ever changing weather? If yes, then you should definitely go for the portable air conditioner by Goldair.
Along with 12000BTU/hr, your entire room will cool down in the shortest possible period. Another important feature is its thermostat. Did you know that you can even customize the thermostat settings according to your preferences? Not only this, but there is a 24-hour timer as well.
Pros
- 12000BTU/hr cooling
- Great value for money
- Easy to set up
- Adjustable thermostat
- Comes with a 24-hour timer
- Comes with a remote control
Cons
- Does not come with a dehumidifier
- A bit expensive
Dimplex 2.6kW Reverse Cycle PAC
Specifications
- Dimensions: 16 x 19 x 35.5 inches
- Weight: 80 Pounds
- Color: Black & Platinum
- Voltage: 115 Volts
- Wattage: 1300 watts
- Cooling Power: 14000 BTU/hr
- Noise Level: Less than 56dB(A)
- For Room: 46.5 square meter
Description
This powerful and cost-efficient portable air conditioner is fitted with the latest eco refrigerant R290, making it environmentally friendly. This unit also offers wide vented airflow to make sure that your home stays cool while giving off less noise levels of 53 dB(A) or lower!
The self evaporative system ensures there’s no need for drips or drainage hoses; everything you need without any hassle at all
Pros
- Environmentally friendly
- Powerful cooling capacity of 14000 BTU/hr
- Able to extract 101 pints a day
- It has 24-hour timer
- Thermostat included
- It is UL-listed
- Dual hose included
- Easy to assemble
- Able to cool medium-sized room
- Works as three-in-one
Cons
- Lacks sleep mode
Honeywell Portable Air Conditioners
(Ideal For Flats)
Specifications
- Dimensions: 15.2 x 18.1 x 29.4 inches
- Weight: 70.8 pounds
- Batteries Required: 2 AA
- Cooling Power: 10000 BTU/hr
- Dehumidifier: Yes
- Suitable For Rooms: 32.5 square meter
Description
The Honeywell air conditioner has an inflow rate of 174cfm, meaning it has the ability to chill the entire room within minutes. Apart from this, the dehumidifier has the capacity to consume 70 pints a day.
The auto-evaporation function will evaporate the moisture automatically, and it comes with a flexible window kit.
Pros
- Fast cooling of the room with 10000 BTU/hr
- Able to extract 70 pints of moisture a day
- The airflow rate is of 174 cfm
- LED buttons and LED display
- Auto-evaporation function
- Easier to assemble and move
- Effective auto-evaporation function
- Can be controlled with remote
Cons
- Too much cooling for smaller rooms
Frequently asked questions
You need to make sure that the hot air from your unit is leaving, or else it will lessen its cooling power.
- Keep the unit on a level surface
- Avoid putting other appliances that produce heat near the unit
- Use an additional fan to help circulate the cooled air
- Keep the fan speed set to low when it’s humid to remove extra moisture.
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