This video does an amazing job at comparing the effectiveness of all these units, but one quality-of-life factor that I would have loved to seen evaluated was noise. In my old apartment, all the windows opened in a way that standard window units would not work, so I was forced to get a portable unit. However, the noise of my unit made it impossible for me to sleep well if it were in the same room, so I had to resort to leaving it in the living room and leaving my bedroom door open to minimize the noise while still getting some of its cooling effects. I would have loved to see data on the loudness of these units, both in terms of peak dB and in terms of change in dB when turning the compressor on/off
Surprised at a few things in this video: 1) No distinction between single hose and dual hose. This can make the difference between being able to install the unit and not being able to - particularly in apartment buildings. I would not be able to install a dual hose unit in my home because I have "Tilt & Turn" windows but I also have a single-hose AC port in the wall. 2) The Whynter ARC-1230WNH wasn't mentioned. By all accounts, it seems identical to the top model you ranked. I use an LG LP1419 IVSM at home, and so does my sister. My friend uses the Whynter ARC-1230WNH.
When dual inverters came out, he did a video on this when he reviewed the LG dual inverter, which he picked as the overall best when it came to compare other portable AC. I have the LG one he recommended but I feel like I need a stronger one so I ordered the idea one using his link
Single hose portable A/Cs are terrible as they consistently draw hot and humid air into the the room being cooled by virtue of them creating negative air pressure in the space they operate in (that air they blow to the outside has to come from somewhere). Would definitely recommend going for one with a dual hose design like the Midea Duo.
After reading the reviews on Amazon especially in terms of return shipping costs ranging in the hundreds (i.e. missing parts or damaged during shipping), it's not looking great. Plus in most apartments we have the casement windows aka "swivel" style not compatible with any of these portable AC units with only sliding up/down low hanging windows in mind, the Midea included. The Midea's large, inflexible hose based on reports makes the matter even more complicated. We basically have to roast in the meantime and pray for winter.
Where is the Toshiba RAC-PT1412HVWRU? Is it not the same as the Midea? Confused as I need something tomorrow and the Toshiba is same day pickup vs waiting a day or 2 for the Midea with Amazon.
Can you use a window room AC unit (5000 to 8000 BTU range) outside as a freestanding spot AC? I do repairs on my vehicles in the driveway and thought an inexpensive AC unit on a roll cart could provide 'near space' spot cooling for far less than true spot AC units.They are less than $200 and is they even worked half ass that coolness could be useful. I think they could but have no clue and you seem to be very knowledgeable.
Absolutely. The inverter inside the Midea means it slowly ramps up the compressor, so it doesn't have that massive inrush current a traditional AC does.
Mileage varies. I have a 5 year old Black & Decker portable AC that's still going strong. Only issues I've had with it are that it can't handle a 15' exhaust hose, and I've had to replace the power cord 3 times to date. My house's working is a bit shit which explains the power cords melting. Not sure about the hose length issue though.
I don't receive and have never received any compensation from Midea. It would be a federal crime for me to do so and not disclose it. I may earn commissions from retailers but I've never received commissions from any manufacturer, including Midea.
People do not read the instructions. So they are not set in the correct mode. They also try to use a portable unit to cool to large of an area. They need to have enough units for the space. If used properly they are great.
This video does an amazing job at comparing the effectiveness of all these units, but one quality-of-life factor that I would have loved to seen evaluated was noise. In my old apartment, all the windows opened in a way that standard window units would not work, so I was forced to get a portable unit. However, the noise of my unit made it impossible for me to sleep well if it were in the same room, so I had to resort to leaving it in the living room and leaving my bedroom door open to minimize the noise while still getting some of its cooling effects. I would have loved to see data on the loudness of these units, both in terms of peak dB and in terms of change in dB when turning the compressor on/off
I second this!
Very informative, answered a lot of questions I had, thanks!
This was soo useful!!!! Perfect stuff, would have love to see the size of your test room and sound levels!
As the months get warmer I hope this vid gets MUCH MORE notoriety ❤😊👏 very well done
Thank you for the kind words! I appreciate it! :)
Surprised at a few things in this video:
1) No distinction between single hose and dual hose. This can make the difference between being able to install the unit and not being able to - particularly in apartment buildings. I would not be able to install a dual hose unit in my home because I have "Tilt & Turn" windows but I also have a single-hose AC port in the wall.
2) The Whynter ARC-1230WNH wasn't mentioned. By all accounts, it seems identical to the top model you ranked.
I use an LG LP1419 IVSM at home, and so does my sister. My friend uses the Whynter ARC-1230WNH.
When dual inverters came out, he did a video on this when he reviewed the LG dual inverter, which he picked as the overall best when it came to compare other portable AC. I have the LG one he recommended but I feel like I need a stronger one so I ordered the idea one using his link
why cant you use 2 hoses on tilt and turn windows?
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Any chance you looked at any of the hisense models? I have two of the 12KBTU(8KSACC) models.
Single hose portable A/Cs are terrible as they consistently draw hot and humid air into the the room being cooled by virtue of them creating negative air pressure in the space they operate in (that air they blow to the outside has to come from somewhere). Would definitely recommend going for one with a dual hose design like the Midea Duo.
nice review but i was very surprised that i didn't see Whynter ARC-1230WN on your list !!
Ty for this information best video out there
Thanks for watching!
After reading the reviews on Amazon especially in terms of return shipping costs ranging in the hundreds (i.e. missing parts or damaged during shipping), it's not looking great. Plus in most apartments we have the casement windows aka "swivel" style not compatible with any of these portable AC units with only sliding up/down low hanging windows in mind, the Midea included. The Midea's large, inflexible hose based on reports makes the matter even more complicated. We basically have to roast in the meantime and pray for winter.
Which window AC would you recommend?
Where is the Toshiba RAC-PT1412HVWRU? Is it not the same as the Midea? Confused as I need something tomorrow and the Toshiba is same day pickup vs waiting a day or 2 for the Midea with Amazon.
Can you use a window room AC unit (5000 to 8000 BTU range) outside as a freestanding spot AC? I do repairs on my vehicles in the driveway and thought an inexpensive AC unit on a roll cart could provide 'near space' spot cooling for far less than true spot AC units.They are less than $200 and is they even worked half ass that coolness could be useful. I think they could but have no clue and you seem to be very knowledgeable.
What if rain will come into the hose?
Will the Midea Duo (MAP12S1TBL) work with an inverter generator?
Thanks
Yes!
Absolutely. The inverter inside the Midea means it slowly ramps up the compressor, so it doesn't have that massive inrush current a traditional AC does.
I got 9.6sacc/watt 12k sacc and 1250W
Dont buy the black decker if you want something that'll last more than 2 years.
Mileage varies. I have a 5 year old Black & Decker portable AC that's still going strong. Only issues I've had with it are that it can't handle a 15' exhaust hose, and I've had to replace the power cord 3 times to date.
My house's working is a bit shit which explains the power cords melting. Not sure about the hose length issue though.
@@Mesterick thats totally fair, mine just gave out at the 2 year mark, fixing and replacing stuff just started to get me really frustrated
I have a toshiba same as midea and I recommend 10 btu general electric is a beast
So how much did midea buy you for?
I don't receive and have never received any compensation from Midea. It would be a federal crime for me to do so and not disclose it. I may earn commissions from retailers but I've never received commissions from any manufacturer, including Midea.
Midea Duo is noisy or not?
It's more quote than our 20" fans.
Go to Lowe's and get their brand
I bought Black and Decker bec it’s cheap. No budget for expensive one for my cats
Geez, the reviews on Amazon are pretty discouraging.
Seriously!
People do not read the instructions. So they are not set in the correct mode. They also try to use a portable unit to cool to large of an area. They need to have enough units for the space. If used properly they are great.
Don't buy too hard to install and it doesn't cool