Hisense API0825UW1D Smart Inverter Twin Hose 8 000 BTU DOE 350 SF Heat Cool Tower Portable Air Conditioner

While my central AC's being repaired, 2 of these units are filling in (1 on each floor of a townhouse). They've held up well, including over a 90F degree weekend. They've not only kept their immediate rooms cool, they've kept other rooms on their respective floors tolerable. The dual hoses and inverter have vented most of the heat in the correct direction. Haven't had to insulate the hoses at all. They were trivial to install into the window panels, and the panels were pretty easy to install into the window. Sound levels have been tolerable. There's a bit of humming and slight vibrating at the lowest temp (61F), but they're easily the quietest portable units I've ever heard. The self-evaporating feature has worked perfectly so far. It's so nice not needing to drain it every 10-12 hours (or having to hook up a hose). Unpacking was a model for other similar devices. While there's plenty of padding at the bottom, it's just a matter of cutting the nylon straps and lifting the box up; no need for tipping or for having to cut open the long side of the box. The manual and accessories are nestled in one of the insulation bits, so keep an eye out for them. As for issues, the weight and size are greater than expected. Lifting them up 1-2 flights wasn't easy, even for a reasonably fit person. Fully recommend a handcart with straps, especially a cart that'll handle stairs easily. The units wheel alright over hard surfaces. Carpet or rugs are a bit trickier. Other than that is the power draw. These 2 units have consumed 50% more electricity than my central AC does during comparable weather. Not exactly a surprise, but something to keep in mind. Lastly is one minor UX piece. It'd be nice for the temperature buttons to have a hold feature. As is, the buttons need to be pressed for each degree you wish to adjust. In other words, if it's currently set to 70F and I want to change it to 75F, I have to push the button 5 times (instead of pressing once and holding). Can't speak to the bluetooth or remote control features as I haven't used them yet. Overall, I'm pleased with these units. They're the best portable ACs I've used. They'll fill in well for my purposes, and it's good to have backup units again. Read more

The media could not be loaded. This portable air conditioner is a bit tall, almost 50 inches tall, but it doesn't take up much space, 13.8 inches long and 13.2 inches wide. I like its design very much, it's easy to clean the dust on the shell, it doesn't require me to connect an extra drainage duct during the cooling process, if I connect a water pipe it can become a very powerful dehumidifier. My central air conditioner broke down, and I didn't want to spend expensive repair fees, so I bought this portable air conditioner and installed it in my master bedroom. It has a very fast cooling efficiency and can quickly make my room feel cool. When I go to bed at night, I can press the silent mode, it will automatically minimize the noise, there is still a little sound but it is within an acceptable range. I usually just turn it on for a few hours and then turn it off when I wake up from the cold. It is worth mentioning that it also has a timer function, you can set the time, it is easy to install, you can easily do it yourself without asking someone to install it! It saves my electricity bill a lot! It has three functions: cooling, heating, and dehumidification. At present, I only use the cooling one. It is high quality and worth the money！ Read more

I bought this Hisense window air conditioner a couple weeks ago for my bedroom, and so far it’s doing a pretty solid job. Installation was fairly easy — just needed a screwdriver and some patience. It fits snug in the window with adjustable slides and feels stable. Once I turned it on, it cooled the room pretty fast (it’s about a 12x12 space). The cold air feels strong, and the settings are simple to figure out. There’s a remote that works from across the room, which is nice when I’m in bed. The noise level is okay. It’s not totally quiet, but it’s more of a steady hum that actually helps me sleep. During the day, it’s barely noticeable. Overall, it’s a great unit for the price. Keeps the room cool, doesn’t look too bulky, and doesn’t use up a ton of power either. I’d recommend it if you need something dependable for a smaller room! Give it a try! Read more