If there’s one thing that gets repeatedly said and heard in every Filipino household during summer, it would be “Ang iniiiiiiiiit!” Indeed, being in the Philippines as we are, it gets really really hot that we feel like we’re all inside an oven during summer. Now, with Covid getting in the way of getting our ACs installed by some strangers, we might have to settle not moving in front of our trusty electric fans first.
The good news is, with the creativity of people’s minds and the advancement of technology, we now have the option to get an AC – a portable one we can install and use by ourselves!
A portable air conditioner “is a lightweight, easy-to-move, quick-to-install air conditioning system perfect for your bedroom, modest office, or condo living room” (Baliton, 2021). These units can go from P12,000 to P25,000 depending on the brand and the power. Having the advantage of portability, you can bring this to wherever you need to cool down.
Here are some portable aircon units you can get for your home:
Carrier Portable Aircon
Being a pioneer in the air conditioning game, Carrier is guaranteed to be strong, cold, and durable. It has a stylish design and is very easy to install. You can get is for as low as P20,500!
Midea Portable Air Conditioner
The Midea portable aircon not only cools the room but also eliminates pollutants through its filter containing ionizers that collect allergens while disinfecting. It reduces bad odors by releasing negative ions in the air.
Additionally, this unit ensures your safety as it has error detection features that shut the unit off when it detects unusual operation or a parts malfunction.
Dowell Portable Aircon
If you have the Support Local mindset, Dowell is the brand for you. This Filipino brand offers portable air conditioning units that have features like Cool, Dry, Fan Sleep modes, and a 24-hour auto shut-off timer. The tall but compact aircon can easily cool down your largest rooms. You can get a 1.5HP for only P24,535.
Hanabishi Portable Air Conditioner
Hanabishi has been a home staple since 1986. Among the best features of their portable aircons are its easy cleaning filter, low noise design, and temperature sensor clamp, among others. Their 1HP unit is priced at P15,790.
Union Portable Aircon
If you’re looking for another affordable unit, this Union 1HP portable air conditioner might be for you. It has all the essentials you will need for an aircon – a high-efficiency motor, timer, dehumidifier, and a sensor to prevent the overcooling of your room. It is priced for as low as P17,995.
But for the ultimate cost-efficient and energy-saving strategy, consider moving to Antipolo where it can get as cold as 19 degrees. Check out this video to see what I mean: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=abD9x-gDl58.
References
Baliton, P. (2021). Top 9 Best Portable Aircons in the Philippines 2021 (Carrier, Dowell, Union and More). Retrieved from https://my-best.ph/15056
Chill Out: These Portable Air Conditioners Will Cool Down Your Space. (2020). Retrieved from https://www.spot.ph/shopping/the-latest-shopping/86172/portable-air-conditioners-a1746-sa4633-20210514-src-rl?ref=home_feed_1 Owen, C. J. (2020). Portable Air Conditioners You Can Buy During Quarantine. Retrieved from https://www.realliving.com.ph/shopping-services/appliances/portable-air-conditioners-a1746-20200514