Is the temperature getting that bit too hot? Struggling to get work done with the uncomfortable heat of the British summer? Then an air conditioning unit may be a good choice for you. Here you will find all our tips, hints, guides & tricks on the subject.
How we compared these: Every specification on this page is taken from the manufacturer’s own published datasheet or from a named UK retailer listing, and each one is linked at the point it is used so you can check it. Running costs are calculated from the current Ofgem price cap rather than estimated. We have […]
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How we curated this data: Our research team analysed the specifications of over 150 air conditioning units currently on the UK market. We cross-referenced cooling capacities (BTU) with standard UK room dimensions and calculated estimated running costs using the current Ofgem energy price cap (per kWh). We do not accept free units from manufacturers. Selecting
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