SPT WA-1230E 12,000-BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Remote Control
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of SPT WA-1230E 12,000-BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Remote Control
Customer Review: Made a Real Difference Economically
Summary: 5 Stars
After looking at numerous options I selected this unit to provide cooling for a 300 square foot Florida room which runs around 95 degrees during summer afternoons. After four years of reliable service, this unit is still capable of lowering room temperature at least 10 deg on its' own and more with the help of a ceiling fan and air from the house. The only insulation on this room is in the ceiling.
I made a semi-permanent installation by attaching the exhaust hose to a dryer vent. I also installed a drain line, to eliminate having to empty the condensate tray in high humidity. Unit works nearly as well as ductless system at a fraction of the cost. In high heat conditions, taking the unit off of AUTO delivers better cooling.
Customer Review: Not bad, not great - Adequate
Summary: 4 Stars
It works, that's the best part. But be careful when ordering - this unit does _not_ have a removable water tank. You need to use the valve at the rear. And don't tip it after it's been running or you might find water has leaked out. FYI, this model does _not_ heat. I don't know if the description has been changed, but that was not clear to me when I ordered. That's not a minus, just pointing it out. If you need heating, get the EH model.
That aside, the unit cools well and it is what it is ( a big portable unit). The remote works well (although, hilariously, it opens the tray on our dvd player too) and it was packed well.
Customer Review: Over 2 years and still going strong!
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this two years ago when my wife was pregnant and we were having record heat waves and we were without A?C. It did the trick and two years later it still works like a champ. Haven't had any of the issues others posted about. This brings nice cool air into my room and shortly after I turn it on, about 20 min. the room is as cool as I want it. Good Luck!Customer Review: Works great!
Summary: 4 Stars
We heard these didn't work that well, but was forced to give one a try--have been very pleasantly surprised. It really cools the room! Have run it for almost two months and it hasn't needed draining yet. It is pretty noisy and we wish it had a lower fan setting, but all in all we're very happy with it.Customer Review: Loud but cold
Summary: 4 Stars
Very powerful and cools well. Pretty loud when you first turn it on (and I love white noise) so I'd recommend turning it on before you're ready for bed so it will be at the lower (and quieter) fan setting (if on auto) once room is cooler. I love the timer and remote control options. Easy to set up.