Always amazing in giving us just the right information to educate us on how to choose the product rather than just a video that says "THIS IS THE BEST". Helps us shop smarter. Thanks!!
Great video and finally I can send this to people that don't believe them when I tell them about the single hose versus dual. I still think dual is best no matter what. Quick story: I first purchased one back in 2005 for my Class A motor-home. The roof top units worked great but were older, power-hogs and very loud. It was mid day, the roof top A/C had been running and the interior was comfortable (and loud) as I unboxed and setup the new unit. I put it in the front area near a window and sealed up all cracks with tape as I hooked up it's single hose. I sat in front of it and felt how cold it was and how quiet. I turned off the top A/C and let the new unit take over and it seemed to be doing great. I then went further forward and sat in the drivers chair, to do some paperwork, while my fiancee laid on the couch. It was 95 outside, in the Florida swamp heat, but so much better inside. Life was good. After about 30 minutes I found my self starting to sweat and could have sworn the unit stopped cooling. I asked my fiancee and she said it was still blowing ice cold. I went over and stood in front of it and sure enough, it was still blowing cold. I went back to the front and felt, at least, a 20 degree difference and scratched my head. I went to the mid and then the rear bedroom and it was just as hot as the front now. I quickly realized what was happening; the unit was creating a negative pressure and every-bit of the motor home was becoming an oven, except for right in front of the new unit. Life was loud again as we reverted back to the roof top unit. Back then I just put it in my garage and eventually sold it with the warning. I had no time to research it and also figured they did not make any dual hosed units since I had never seen one for sale. Not till a decade later did I find one but no longer used the RV. It was for my garage where there used to be a wall A/C from the previous home owner. It was an actual rectangle opening in the wall (not a window rigging). I took the board that was cut to fit the opening after they removed the A/C, installed holes large enough for the two intake and exhaust hoses and began to cool my garage workshop for the first time. Life was good.
So you're saying I should be okay as long as I get the dual hose. My AC unit went out in my travel trailer and decided this was the best way to go. I still have the one in my bedroom. Mississippi isn't any better than Florida.
Very informative review. Thank you. I've been using a portable unit in my bedroom for years, and one thing I've done has helped a great deal--I insulated the exhaust hose. I used a "duct insulation" picked up at my local home center. It's mylar foil-wrapped fiberglass that is meant for round ducting. I cut it to length to match my hose, and secured it at both ends of the hose with duct tape. I protected the thin mylar foil with heavy-duty plastic sheeting (3.3 mil) and used lots of duct tape to also secure that. I cannot detect heat loss through the sides of the hose now, and before the insulation, the hose got noticeably hot to the touch. I think this must increase the effiiciency of it in my room, although I have no way to quantify that. For a smail cost in money and time, it has been very beneficial. I move this hose daily (I can't leave the AC hooked up when not in use at night), and it has not torn or been damaged in any way. If I get another portable unit, I'll do that to the new one too.
But can u fix that hose on the evaporator filter so it can suck hot air from the condeser, ofcors 1st 3D printing a cover for evap. filter with the maching holl for the hose of condenser o_0?
You will not find a more in depth, comprehensive review. The clear revelation of the SACC score provides the critical criteria for decision making in purchasing the appropriate BTU output of a unit. I just purchased the LG 1419IVSM after scouring the country I finally found one in a Home Depot In Nogales Arizona. They have one more left as of 5/27/2020. Astoundingly thorough in considering all factors affecting the efficiency of an inherently inefficient AC unit. Very enlightening to say the least. Thank you for all of your time and effort on this subject.
This is a nice info video! I just bought a portable AC to keep a room cool in an instance where the primary was not working. I didn't think about the condenser being cooled by the room air you are already paying to cool. 😢
Dual hose units are great for small grow rooms/closet grows because you can attach/duct a carbon filter with the second hose, instead of using it as it was intended. If you do that, its best to cover the secondary compressor cooling vent so it doesn't pull in the smelly air you are trying to filter before exhausting.
Your attention to detail and word choices.music to my ears No crazy sounds effects etc. Great video !!!!! This is just a suggestion for another video. Battery powered leaf blower for drying car. Wall mount style or hand held. CFM vs. MPH There are so many ways to dry a car now. Keep up the good work don’t change a thing .
That was an AWESOME video - i was planning on buying the LG LP1419IVSM, but wasn’t yet 100% sure even after hours of research - he answered all my questions and the concerns that I had and made me aware of SACC - which i wasn’t! Thank you!!!!
Have a single hoser in my garage in Florida. Leave door to conditioned house open to pull cool air in as well. Does it work? Sort of. But portable gets overwhelmed in the afternoon. I also used an insulated IR reflective hose to blow hot air into the attic through a hole I cut. Garage door is uninsulated, it gets up to 110 or more in the afternoon radiating a lot of heat into garage. Need to insulate it. I have bought a split system and will install it this year.
Thank you for your thorough videos. I bought our air purifier based on your video’s recommendation and am extremely satisfied with it! I plan on doing the same for the purchase of our portable air conditioner. 👍🏻
This review is tremendous! I finally found it in my 3rd day of research. I almost bought a dual hose Honeywell with a SACC of 8,000 BTU but somehow it bothered me that if Dual hose units are the only way to go why do manufacturers bother manufacturing single hose units? Well this video succinctly explained things in a way that even I could understand. Thank You so much!
best review of portable a/c pro and cons; i was torn between a $14k deal for central a/c or potentially three portable units, but this review showed me everything i would not want to deal with ... $14k debt, here i come ...
I've noticed that between two portable ACs with identical SACC numbers the Dual Hose cool better in temps above 90 vs Single. This difference vanishes when temps are below 90.
Wow, you are very knowledgeable, I would have never known all the variables that come with the purchase of one of these air conditioners. So thank you.
Really appreciate the video to help understand the inefficiencies of these units. Unfortunately its the only thing that will work for my situation as window AC units are not allowed. My question is can you do a review on AC/Heat?Dehumidifier type units and your recommendations? These older apartments in the Northwest did a terrible job in placing the baseboards. Dont like using them and think a dual or try purpose unit might be what I need.
wow..I have already watched several other of these films about portable AC's. Each gave slightly different info...but this video is one of the best! I learned new stuff. I got a Magnavox on sale at a box store.. Seems Magnavox has discontinued because I cannot find any info on them....I just wish I'd watched these videos BEFORE buying one.. Wish me luck and Thank you!
I was scared to leave my desk while he was talking. Him - "Where are you going? Do you not see me presenting SACC BTUs, so you can stay cool during Summer, sit your ass down."
This was very helpful, thank you. I've suspected for some time that my units are too old and that they generate heat back into the room. Better to spend the extra $ to get the room cooled properly.
Hello Consumer Analysis, thank you very much for the info in this video, very helpful. I would like to ask a question. On all single hose portable air conditioners the air filter is always removable and washable no matter the brand and model but the intake grille (bottom) is sometimes removable and washable and sometimes not. So my question is the following: Does it matter much if the intake grille (bottom one) is removable and washable or not? If not removable, how can it be properly cleaned? Thank you very much in advance for considering my query. Best regards, SV
What about watts used to achieve a specific SACC. Would be nice to have a power consumption in kw vs SACC in your table. That’s pretty important. I might choose a lower SACC unit if it is more efficient. Or maybe I got it all wrong let me know 😀
In Texas we need to flip the weighting of the ACC95 to 80% and ACC83 to 20%. These portables are perfect for those blistering Minnesota summers. I need to buy one though as a back up for my central AC during an outage. Amperage are low enough to run on a generator. Thanks for this excellent info.
I'm considering a duel hose Hisense unit from costco. The manufacture says this unit is 10k SACC / 12k BTU. If you are comparing a 10k single house vs 10k duel house. Do the advantages of of having duel hose matter more possibly? The reasoning for duel hose for me is being in the PNW with wildfires in the summer. Along with the aroma of the Puget Sound near me on a hot day is not great. Minimizing negative pressure seems like a plus. "MODELAP70020HR1GD" not sure if I trust the manufacture though.
ty for the very informative video, I now know what to look for when buying a new portable aircon to combat the Aussie summer heat just around the corner!
Great review but you compare an LG single to Wynter dual hose unit, it’s not the same design. I have a Honeywell that is a single hose unit but has the connections to be converted to dual hose. I strongly feel if I purchase the extra hose to convert it to dual hose, it would make a huge difference. That would be a better comparison for dual vs single hose units.
He doesn't mention humidity. Highly humid air feels warmer, like in Florida, but dry air feels cooler, like in Arizona. A single hose solution sucks in very humid air back into the room...
thanks for that information. window units are not allowed in my neighborhood and a portable unit is my only option. I already got a warning from our HOA because of my window unit....
I can cooling apartment by windows at night. At day when temp rise outside I use one duct AC in cooler side of house. Heat waves are short, so energy cost not have big role.
I have a dual hose unit in my master bedroom on the second floor. I slipped some air duct insulation over the exhaust hose. After watching this video I think I should insulate the air intake hose too. I am thinking of replacing a large (stays in the window all the time.. don't ask.. wife want's it gone 12,000 BTU) window unit with a portable on the first floor. Now all this being said about insulating my hoses. Does that impact the SACC of my existing unit and any new unit I might want to purchase? We live in New Hampshire and we do have some 95+ days in the summer. Also, like that guy said below, this was the most informative video on this subject I have seen... I subscribed and clicked on the bell waiting to hear back from you.... Keep the great work
First of all, thank you for the kind words! To answer your question: Yes, insulating its hoses will absolutely positively impact any portable AC unit's SACC. Note though, that it won't impact it to the point where a portable unit will be as efficient as a window unit. A window unit will be far more efficient than your portable unit even if you insulate both hoses of your portable unit.
It is awesome all the factors to be considered when looking to cool an room In my case I want to cool an office I am doing in my garage ( south Florida) with 60 sq ft. I am wondering between a portable unit or add a vent for such office from the closes vent inside the house I have an inverter ac unit brand new as central air Would it be enough with an extra vent or will need a portable unit >9k btu?
Working on an updated video right now 😅. My website has already been updated: www.consumeranalysis.com/guides/portable-ac/best-portable-air-conditioner/
I doubt the freebie I got is very efficient, but I modified it to a dual hose myself. I only need to use it 8 weeks a year max(running 50%of that time) and it's the best/only option for the room. The condenser exhaust is plumbed into an 8" exhaust line, so the hot air is pulled out quickly and the fresh air comes from outside the room. It will not cool the room without the second hose
The best advice I can give is to look for DIY solutions on youtube - e.g. something like this ua-cam.com/video/fu1u1HoBtUs/v-deo.html. Otherwise you can try a product like this www.amazon.com/HOOMEE-Universal-Window-Portable-Conditioner/dp/B07BPZGJ3B
What a great review video. Really puts to rest an over-attachment of some people to only go for dual hose. I liked the mathematical explanation for the SACC. Thank you!
Very good review. I do wish more discussion was devoted to handling the condensate. This has been a real problem. If its portable then wouldn't it be logical that I want my water to drain out the window? And most windows are not on the floor where the drains are.
Considering using a Portable AC unit instead of a Heat Pump. I know that these units are designed to vent through a window but would it be possible to vent the Portable AC down into the basement and out a 5-6" vent through the foundation like you would do for a heat exchanger or dryer? You are going to tell me that they are not designed that way and that it comes with vent pipes for installation to to a window, but I must ask why would it not be possible? This would make it less intrusive then putting the vent in the window. It could make the Portable AC unit a permanent installation. Would be better for security because it is easy for a burglar to knock out the vent pipe to access a home, but it would be much harder for the burglar to squeeze through a 5" vent in a wall or foundation
No mention of the coefficient of performance? Although this would vary according to the ambient temperature, you could specify representative figures. At 95F and 83F would be a good choice. But of course we would need to know the power of the motors (fan + compressor) at those speeds, which is usually undisclosed.
Really good video. The explanation of how these portable air conditioners work is really easy to understand. So, as I understand that these type of air conditioners are pretty bad, do you have recommendations for vertical air conditioners?
Have other test parameters been standardized? E.g.: insulation & starting temp & humitidy of zone being cooled, where infiltrating air is drawn from (ex: elsewhere in a house of what inside temperature vs outdoors, etc.)?
I have a sunpentown. Not sure the model number but I have had it for a couple years and the thing is a damn workhouse. 24/7 I have it on in my bedroom and it never fails to cool it off as well my bathroom and my closet with ease. SPT for me
The reason you don't see dual hose systems is due to the cost to build them and people willing to pay the extra money for them. Single hose units air intake is coming from the room it's cooling and is exhausted outside. dual hose system pulls air from the outside cools the coils and go's right back outside super heated. It's a heat exchanger. Dual will use 1/3 less energy to do the same job as a one hose unit.
love the video.. learned a lot... but holly heck i have never seen some one repeat them self soo much in my life.... its soo hard to hear the info with out zoning out
Thank you for all of your info, it's been a great help as a new homer. Quick question - would you recommend a window ac unit over a portable one? If so, which would your recommend? In this review you mentioned the efficiency of portable units before subpar, so I want to make sure I heard right regarding the two.
Yes, if it's possible for you to install a window unit I would recommend it over a portable unit. Unfortunately, I've yet to research or test any window AC units so I cannot make a model specific recommendation.
Good video, learned a lot, but I don't think I would ever buy a portable unit unless no other options were possible. If it was going to be installed semi-permanently you could insulate the hose(s) and around the bracket to minimize heat radiation.
The first link no longer is for that Lg model. Day 7 of a heatwave and really hoping they restock soon. But might have to wait until next year seeing as how everything is low in stock.
So the claimed 44db sleep mode is a myth? I ask because isn’t that the point of a variable speed inverter compressor? It can run at a lower speed. I see reviews all the time talking about how much quieter these are than so and so’s old one. My entire hope was I’d use this on a small space (90sq ft) so it could be reasonably effective at the lower speed for sleep time.
I just got one for free from a neighbour and it works great.I live in a bedsitter and that's probably why it works so well i.e. it hasn't got a lot of room to cool. His flat is triple the size of mine so naturally, it didn't work as well.
Hello, I’m looking to cool down a 530 square foot area and I love this LGLP1419IVSM unit, so you think this would be a good choice given the area i need to cool? Thank you.
Review the midea duo 14,000 btu (12,000 SACC) with heat and cooling heard great reviews from buyers but would like a in-depth review from you if possible :)
Great review. I purchased LG portable after this video. What is interesting that many portables do not come equipped with shut off system. In LG thermostat turn off the compressor, but not the unit, which continue to blow air. It is rather inconvenient.
Always amazing in giving us just the right information to educate us on how to choose the product rather than just a video that says "THIS IS THE BEST". Helps us shop smarter. Thanks!!
Great video and finally I can send this to people that don't believe them when I tell them about the single hose versus dual. I still think dual is best no matter what.
Quick story:
I first purchased one back in 2005 for my Class A motor-home. The roof top units worked great but were older, power-hogs and very loud. It was mid day, the roof top A/C had been running and the interior was comfortable (and loud) as I unboxed and setup the new unit. I put it in the front area near a window and sealed up all cracks with tape as I hooked up it's single hose. I sat in front of it and felt how cold it was and how quiet. I turned off the top A/C and let the new unit take over and it seemed to be doing great. I then went further forward and sat in the drivers chair, to do some paperwork, while my fiancee laid on the couch. It was 95 outside, in the Florida swamp heat, but so much better inside. Life was good.
After about 30 minutes I found my self starting to sweat and could have sworn the unit stopped cooling. I asked my fiancee and she said it was still blowing ice cold. I went over and stood in front of it and sure enough, it was still blowing cold. I went back to the front and felt, at least, a 20 degree difference and scratched my head. I went to the mid and then the rear bedroom and it was just as hot as the front now. I quickly realized what was happening; the unit was creating a negative pressure and every-bit of the motor home was becoming an oven, except for right in front of the new unit. Life was loud again as we reverted back to the roof top unit.
Back then I just put it in my garage and eventually sold it with the warning. I had no time to research it and also figured they did not make any dual hosed units since I had never seen one for sale. Not till a decade later did I find one but no longer used the RV. It was for my garage where there used to be a wall A/C from the previous home owner. It was an actual rectangle opening in the wall (not a window rigging). I took the board that was cut to fit the opening after they removed the A/C, installed holes large enough for the two intake and exhaust hoses and began to cool my garage workshop for the first time. Life was good.
So you're saying I should be okay as long as I get the dual hose. My AC unit went out in my travel trailer and decided this was the best way to go. I still have the one in my bedroom. Mississippi isn't any better than Florida.
Very informative review. Thank you. I've been using a portable unit in my bedroom for years, and one thing I've done has helped a great deal--I insulated the exhaust hose. I used a "duct insulation" picked up at my local home center. It's mylar foil-wrapped fiberglass that is meant for round ducting. I cut it to length to match my hose, and secured it at both ends of the hose with duct tape. I protected the thin mylar foil with heavy-duty plastic sheeting (3.3 mil) and used lots of duct tape to also secure that. I cannot detect heat loss through the sides of the hose now, and before the insulation, the hose got noticeably hot to the touch. I think this must increase the effiiciency of it in my room, although I have no way to quantify that. For a smail cost in money and time, it has been very beneficial. I move this hose daily (I can't leave the AC hooked up when not in use at night), and it has not torn or been damaged in any way. If I get another portable unit, I'll do that to the new one too.
thanks for sharing 👍👍
But can u fix that hose on the evaporator filter so it can suck hot air from the condeser, ofcors 1st 3D printing a cover for evap. filter with the maching holl for the hose of condenser o_0?
Yeah but she ud just don’t have the same t for I willing hth helps you get it her with me tech Going up
After three days researching thoroughly I'm buying the LG LP1419ivsm based on your recommendation. Thanks.
You're welcome!
For constant use they are not very efficient. But after a hurricane and not having power for 2 weeks, these things can be life savers!
You will not find a more in depth, comprehensive review. The clear revelation of the SACC score provides the critical criteria for decision making in purchasing the appropriate BTU output of a unit. I just purchased the LG 1419IVSM after scouring the country I finally found one in a Home Depot In Nogales Arizona. They have one more left as of 5/27/2020. Astoundingly thorough in considering all factors affecting the efficiency of an inherently inefficient AC unit. Very enlightening to say the least. Thank you for all of your time and effort on this subject.
You're very welcome!
Amazing work. I didn't expect to learn so much about a portable A/C. 😀
Well Explained What most important to know about portable a/c.....👍
Thank you
Thank you for the positive feedback! I appreciate it!
This is a nice info video! I just bought a portable AC to keep a room cool in an instance where the primary was not working. I didn't think about the condenser being cooled by the room air you are already paying to cool. 😢
BY FAR THE BEST REVIEW IVE SEEN. GREAT JOB. I THINK I FOUND MY AC
The best analysis in comparing units I have seen. It is well explained.
probably the best review on youtube so far
Dual hose units are great for small grow rooms/closet grows because you can attach/duct a carbon filter with the second hose, instead of using it as it was intended. If you do that, its best to cover the secondary compressor cooling vent so it doesn't pull in the smelly air you are trying to filter before exhausting.
Your attention to detail and word choices.music to my ears No crazy sounds effects etc.
Great video !!!!!
This is just a suggestion for another video.
Battery powered leaf blower for drying car.
Wall mount style or hand held. CFM vs. MPH
There are so many ways to dry a car now.
Keep up the good work don’t change a thing .
That was an AWESOME video - i was planning on buying the LG LP1419IVSM, but wasn’t yet 100% sure even after hours of research - he answered all my questions and the concerns that I had and made me aware of SACC - which i wasn’t! Thank you!!!!
Glad I could help!
Have a single hoser in my garage in Florida. Leave door to conditioned house open to pull cool air in as well. Does it work? Sort of. But portable gets overwhelmed in the afternoon. I also used an insulated IR reflective hose to blow hot air into the attic through a hole I cut. Garage door is uninsulated, it gets up to 110 or more in the afternoon radiating a lot of heat into garage. Need to insulate it. I have bought a split system and will install it this year.
Thank you for your thorough videos. I bought our air purifier based on your video’s recommendation and am extremely satisfied with it! I plan on doing the same for the purchase of our portable air conditioner. 👍🏻
Wow! This was a lot of information that I did not realize. Thanks a million!
This review is tremendous! I finally found it in my 3rd day of research. I almost bought a dual hose Honeywell with a SACC of 8,000 BTU but somehow it bothered me that if Dual hose units are the only way to go why do manufacturers bother manufacturing single hose units? Well this video succinctly explained things in a way that even I could understand. Thank You so much!
Bc dual hose Units aren't all they're cracked up to be
@Casimir III hate when people make a statement but dont explain...WHY random person, why??
best review of portable a/c pro and cons; i was torn between a $14k deal for central a/c or potentially three portable units, but this review showed me everything i would not want to deal with ... $14k debt, here i come ...
Have you heard of mini splits?
I've noticed that between two portable ACs with identical SACC numbers the Dual Hose cool better in temps above 90 vs Single. This difference vanishes when temps are below 90.
I have to second Bobby Hilley. The SACC value changed my entire research trends.
Great job here and thank you ….
Wow, you are very knowledgeable, I would have never known all the variables that come with the purchase of one of these air conditioners. So thank you.
You're welcome!
Really appreciate the video to help understand the inefficiencies of these units. Unfortunately its the only thing that will work for my situation as window AC units are not allowed. My question is can you do a review on AC/Heat?Dehumidifier type units and your recommendations? These older apartments in the Northwest did a terrible job in placing the baseboards. Dont like using them and think a dual or try purpose unit might be what I need.
All your videos deserve way more views. Super informative.
Thank you for the kind words!
wow..I have already watched several other of these films about portable AC's. Each gave slightly different info...but this video is one of the best! I learned new stuff. I got a Magnavox on sale at a box store.. Seems Magnavox has discontinued because I cannot find any info on them....I just wish I'd watched these videos BEFORE buying one.. Wish me luck and Thank you!
Can you please make a video about the best window air conditioner, and the best mini split air conditioner thank you!!!
I was scared to leave my desk while he was talking. Him - "Where are you going? Do you not see me presenting SACC BTUs, so you can stay cool during Summer, sit your ass down."
Excellent analysis. It would also help to see an example of how a unit is installed.
Please do analysis of mini split systems
I am greatly appreciative for the information, thank you. I am much knowledgeable about the portable AC unit.
Excellent information for helping choosing a portable air conditioner. Are you going to do a video of the Midea Duo?
Very informative, thanks. Would be fantastic if you include DB readings on each unit at the same distance at peak settings for relative comparison ...
This was very helpful, thank you. I've suspected for some time that my units are too old and that they generate heat back into the room. Better to spend the extra $ to get the room cooled properly.
Hello Consumer Analysis,
thank you very much for the info in this video, very helpful.
I would like to ask a question. On all single hose portable air conditioners the air filter is always removable and washable no matter the brand and model but the intake grille (bottom) is sometimes removable and washable and sometimes not.
So my question is the following:
Does it matter much if the intake grille (bottom one) is removable and washable or not? If not removable, how can it be properly cleaned?
Thank you very much in advance for considering my query.
Best regards,
SV
This is a fantastic guide, very informative and well presented and clear. Very useful thanks.
Love how thorough and detailed this is. Looking forward to reviews on window units and anything else!
What about watts used to achieve a specific SACC. Would be nice to have a power consumption in kw vs SACC in your table. That’s pretty important. I might choose a lower SACC unit if it is more efficient. Or maybe I got it all wrong let me know 😀
Dude great review, very informative I really appreciate it!
In Texas we need to flip the weighting of the ACC95 to 80% and ACC83 to 20%. These portables are perfect for those blistering Minnesota summers. I need to buy one though as a back up for my central AC during an outage. Amperage are low enough to run on a generator. Thanks for this excellent info.
Good thing is it's just standard so just looking at sacc is probably enough information for you, just know the higher sacc the better basically.
I'm considering a duel hose Hisense unit from costco. The manufacture says this unit is 10k SACC / 12k BTU. If you are comparing a 10k single house vs 10k duel house. Do the advantages of of having duel hose matter more possibly?
The reasoning for duel hose for me is being in the PNW with wildfires in the summer. Along with the aroma of the Puget Sound near me on a hot day is not great. Minimizing negative pressure seems like a plus. "MODELAP70020HR1GD" not sure if I trust the manufacture though.
ty for the very informative video, I now know what to look for when buying a new portable aircon to combat the Aussie summer heat just around the corner!
For those of us who don't understand Farenheit, it should be said that 95F = 35C and 83F = 28C.
Great review but you compare an LG single to Wynter dual hose unit, it’s not the same design. I have a Honeywell that is a single hose unit but has the connections to be converted to dual hose. I strongly feel if I purchase the extra hose to convert it to dual hose, it would make a huge difference. That would be a better comparison for dual vs single hose units.
OMG... this review is so comprehensive that it could be my highschool thesis
Single hose might cool as well or better but overall efficiency and cost to own is usually much better on comparable dual hose models
You can't live in a vaccum
Great information! Just subbed 👍
Isn't it better to use a dual hose portable ac for Summers where its a 100 degrees plus?
He doesn't mention humidity. Highly humid air feels warmer, like in Florida, but dry air feels cooler, like in Arizona. A single hose solution sucks in very humid air back into the room...
Everyone can just get a hose cover from Amazon, that helps keep the exhaust hose from releasing more heat into the room.
thanks for that information. window units are not allowed in my neighborhood and a portable unit is my only option. I already got a warning from our HOA because of my window unit....
I Couldn't Live There,Nor Wouldn't Want A Window Unit...LG Baby...
I can cooling apartment by windows at night. At day when temp rise outside I use one duct AC in cooler side of house. Heat waves are short, so energy cost not have big role.
I have a dual hose unit in my master bedroom on the second floor. I slipped some air duct insulation over the exhaust hose. After watching this video I think I should insulate the air intake hose too. I am thinking of replacing a large (stays in the window all the time.. don't ask.. wife want's it gone 12,000 BTU) window unit with a portable on the first floor. Now all this being said about insulating my hoses. Does that impact the SACC of my existing unit and any new unit I might want to purchase? We live in New Hampshire and we do have some 95+ days in the summer. Also, like that guy said below, this was the most informative video on this subject I have seen... I subscribed and clicked on the bell waiting to hear back from you.... Keep the great work
First of all, thank you for the kind words! To answer your question: Yes, insulating its hoses will absolutely positively impact any portable AC unit's SACC.
Note though, that it won't impact it to the point where a portable unit will be as efficient as a window unit. A window unit will be far more efficient than your portable unit even if you insulate both hoses of your portable unit.
Brilliant video. Thank you. Liked and subscribed.
Thank you for the kind words, and thank you for watching!
Idk most of the dual hose ones have higher sacs than the equivalent single hose ones that I've found.
It is awesome all the factors to be considered when looking to cool an room
In my case I want to cool an office I am doing in my garage ( south Florida) with 60 sq ft.
I am wondering between a portable unit or add a vent for such office from the closes vent inside the house
I have an inverter ac unit brand new as central air
Would it be enough with an extra vent or will need a portable unit >9k btu?
An updated video would be great!
Working on an updated video right now 😅. My website has already been updated: www.consumeranalysis.com/guides/portable-ac/best-portable-air-conditioner/
I doubt the freebie I got is very efficient, but I modified it to a dual hose myself. I only need to use it 8 weeks a year max(running 50%of that time) and it's the best/only option for the room. The condenser exhaust is plumbed into an 8" exhaust line, so the hot air is pulled out quickly and the fresh air comes from outside the room. It will not cool the room without the second hose
Do you think the Whynter ARC-14s can cool a 20-25ft living room?
Could you please recommend the best way to install a portable air conditioner in a casement window. Thank you so much for your help.
The best advice I can give is to look for DIY solutions on youtube - e.g. something like this ua-cam.com/video/fu1u1HoBtUs/v-deo.html. Otherwise you can try a product like this www.amazon.com/HOOMEE-Universal-Window-Portable-Conditioner/dp/B07BPZGJ3B
GREAT video but got a bit monotonous after a while. that said... you are surely very knowledgeable. GREAT job!!!
What a great review video. Really puts to rest an over-attachment of some people to only go for dual hose. I liked the mathematical explanation for the SACC. Thank you!
You're welcome! Thanks for watching!
Very good review. I do wish more discussion was devoted to handling the condensate. This has been a real problem. If its portable then wouldn't it be logical that I want my water to drain out the window? And most windows are not on the floor where the drains are.
These ACs use the heat of the condenser to evaporate water condensation which is carried out the window with the heated air (within certain limits).
seems like good info .. comments appears a few years old .. are you still active ?
I have the same one. Will it work if I modify to dual hose? Will it increase the efficiency?
You are the best at what you do.
Thank you very much for the kind words! I really do appreciate it!
Considering using a Portable AC unit instead of a Heat Pump.
I know that these units are designed to vent through a window but would it be possible to vent the Portable AC down into the basement and out a 5-6" vent through the foundation like you would do for a heat exchanger or dryer?
You are going to tell me that they are not designed that way and that it comes with vent pipes for installation to to a window, but I must ask why would it not be possible?
This would make it less intrusive then putting the vent in the window. It could make the Portable AC unit a permanent installation. Would be better for security because it is easy for a burglar to knock out the vent pipe to access a home, but it would be much harder for the burglar to squeeze through a 5" vent in a wall or foundation
No mention of the coefficient of performance?
Although this would vary according to the ambient temperature, you could specify representative figures. At 95F and 83F would be a good choice. But of course we would need to know the power of the motors (fan + compressor) at those speeds, which is usually undisclosed.
Really good video. The explanation of how these portable air conditioners work is really easy to understand. So, as I understand that these type of air conditioners are pretty bad, do you have recommendations for vertical air conditioners?
I need the one in the thumbnail for sure. I got the same brand but the way the exhaust is, it's a hassle.
Very good explaination! I could listen to you all day if you were a teacher.
If you right-clck the video and select "Loop" you can easily fulfill your wish of all day listening.
Thanks for an awesome review. Can you please name a replacement or alternative for LG1419IVSM as it is out if stock for a while now…
Thank you!
Home Depot: If you try *many times each day* on their website, they will have stock but its selling fast.
Great review! Thanks!!
Have other test parameters been standardized? E.g.: insulation & starting temp & humitidy of zone being cooled, where infiltrating air is drawn from (ex: elsewhere in a house of what inside temperature vs outdoors, etc.)?
I have a sunpentown. Not sure the model number but I have had it for a couple years and the thing is a damn workhouse. 24/7 I have it on in my bedroom and it never fails to cool it off as well my bathroom and my closet with ease. SPT for me
The reason you don't see dual hose systems is due to the cost to build them and people willing to pay the extra money for them. Single hose units air intake is coming from the room it's cooling and is exhausted outside. dual hose system pulls air from the outside cools the coils and go's right back outside super heated. It's a heat exchanger. Dual will use 1/3 less energy to do the same job as a one hose unit.
GREAT INFORMATION!
Good review. 👍
love the video.. learned a lot... but holly heck i have never seen some one repeat them self soo much in my life.... its soo hard to hear the info with out zoning out
Thank you for all of your info, it's been a great help as a new homer. Quick question - would you recommend a window ac unit over a portable one? If so, which would your recommend? In this review you mentioned the efficiency of portable units before subpar, so I want to make sure I heard right regarding the two.
Yes, if it's possible for you to install a window unit I would recommend it over a portable unit. Unfortunately, I've yet to research or test any window AC units so I cannot make a model specific recommendation.
Amazing work as always.
Hopefully in the future we'll see a video on window air conditioners
My garage is 210 square foot. Would an 8000 BTU be okay?
Good video, learned a lot, but I don't think I would ever buy a portable unit unless no other options were possible. If it was going to be installed semi-permanently you could insulate the hose(s) and around the bracket to minimize heat radiation.
This was a lot more detailed than I was expecting. Great video!
Thank you. And thanks for watching!
Picked the wrong video to watch stoned, dudes math shit got me 🤯😂
You trying to cool your grow room too? 😂
So just to be sure, the DOE BTU rating is the calculation of the SACC equations? Higher is better.
Very informative! Thank you
Something I don't get. He says negative air gets sucked into the machine... Isn't it blasting the air back out though??
The first link no longer is for that Lg model. Day 7 of a heatwave and really hoping they restock soon. But might have to wait until next year seeing as how everything is low in stock.
So the claimed 44db sleep mode is a myth? I ask because isn’t that the point of a variable speed inverter compressor? It can run at a lower speed. I see reviews all the time talking about how much quieter these are than so and so’s old one. My entire hope was I’d use this on a small space (90sq ft) so it could be reasonably effective at the lower speed for sleep time.
I just got one for free from a neighbour and it works great.I live in a bedsitter and that's probably why it works so well i.e. it hasn't got a lot of room to cool. His flat is triple the size of mine so naturally, it didn't work as well.
Likeable guy . Best review 👍
Do you recommend going with a mini split system for a small bedroom vs. One of these portable a/c units?
Hello, I’m looking to cool down a 530 square foot area and I love this LGLP1419IVSM unit, so you think this would be a good choice given the area i need to cool? Thank you.
Review the midea duo 14,000 btu (12,000 SACC) with heat and cooling heard great reviews from buyers but would like a in-depth review from you if possible :)
My unit is 14000 BTU 12000 Sac
Dandy dpa120b9ibdb-6 Dual Hose SACC at 12000BTU, is that better then the LG LP1419IVSM Single house SACC at 10000BTU ?
Whats better portable AC units or mini plits? Or window units?
Great review. I purchased LG portable after this video. What is interesting that many portables do not come equipped with shut off system. In LG thermostat turn off the compressor, but not the unit, which continue to blow air. It is rather inconvenient.
Well, yeah, thats how all non-central AC's typically work. Window units keep their fans on too and only run the compressor as needed
Ok so I hear all this. What portable air conditioner for apartments do you recommend. I’m looking for a reliable air conditioner
20:05 had to listen to this part a couple times haha.
No hate this was a great vid.
How does the LG LP1419IVSM compare to the LG LP1022FVSM?