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Comparison between Portable Air Conditioner and Split Air Conditioner

There are many factors when choosing the right air conditioning for your home. This article will help you make the choice between portable air conditioners and a split air conditioner. Here are some pros and cons when using the split system or a portable air conditioner.

Installation

Installing a split air conditioner can be dangerous to do yourself, so hiring a professional is a requirement. split system air conditioners can be positioned anywhere and all that is needed is a small hole in your wall to connect the tubing from the outdoor to the indoor unit. The outdoor unit can be hung on bracket in the garage, the roof, or on the ground. As for a portable air conditioner, you don’t need to hire a professional because there is no need for any installation. All you need is to find a space with an electrical socket and it’s ready to use.

Noise

Both air conditioners generate noise, but the split system air conditioner outsources most of the noise to the outdoor unit, with the indoor unit producing significantly less noise. It’s a different case for the portable air conditioner, as each component resides in the same unit it will cause much more noise in your indoor room than split air conditioner.

Price

Portable air conditioners is more affordable than split air conditioners due to the professional hire for installation of your split system air conditioner. However, the cost can vary for portable air conditioners, depending on its specification. Top portable models that are quieter, more manoeuvrable and efficient can cost much more than a split air conditioner.

Effectiveness

Split air conditioner units are much more effective in cooling a room than a portable air conditioner. As the name implies, the split system air conditioner has a condenser and heat exchange outside which separates the cooling fan inside of an insulated building or room. This system doesn’t work on portable air conditioner units, as it usually depends on cool water storage within the unit itself to produce colder air. Portable air conditioners is mostly effective when used on a smaller room.

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