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electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£310Cooling capacity:3.5 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):?Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:64 dB

electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Review: Compare 46 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Air Conditioners category and whether it is worth buying.

electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Air Conditioners category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
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Score components

80%

6.1

Technical score

20%

7.4

User score

â–¼Worse than 98% of air conditioners
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Air Conditioners category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Air Conditioners category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 63%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Air Conditioners category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Air Conditioners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

40%

5.4

Performance

40%

7.3

Features

20%

5.0

Design

â–¼Worse than 99%
7.4

User score

User score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Air Conditioners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 93%
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Technical Specifications of air conditioner electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Air Conditioners category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Air Conditioners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

40%

5.4

Performance

40%

7.3

Features

20%

5.0

Design

6.1
User score
User score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Air Conditioners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.4
Popularity
Popularity
8.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Air Conditioners category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 79% of models
Popularity:
electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner has a popularity score of 8.4 points, which is higher than 79.2% of products in this category.
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Air Conditioners category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Air Conditioners category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components:

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

6.8
Split configuration
?
Cooling capacity
3.5 kW
Market range: <2.5 kW – >5.5 kW
This air conditioner delivers a cooling capacity of 3.5 kW, which is higher than that of 45.9% of air conditioners and the same as that of 20% of air conditioners.
Indoor-unit capacity configuration
12,000 BTU/h
Seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER)
?
Seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP)
?
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Inverter compressor
no
Does this air conditioner use an inverter compressor? no. 88.2% of air conditioners do not, while 11.8% do.
Heating function
no
Can this air conditioner heat the room? no. 93.2% of air conditioners cannot, while 6.8% can.
Active air purification
no
Does this air conditioner actively purify the air? no. 27% of air conditioners do not, while 73.1% do.
Dehumidification mode
yes
Does this air conditioner include dehumidification mode? yes. 6.8% of air conditioners do, while 93.2% do not.
Fan-only mode
yes
Does this air conditioner offer fan-only mode? yes. 6.2% of air conditioners do, while 93.8% do not.
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Color
white
Body material
plastic
Display
yes
This air conditioner includes a display (yes); 18% of air conditioners do not, while 82% do.
Display position
front center
Physical control methods
remote control and onboard controls
This air conditioner provides remote control and onboard controls physical controls, ahead of 83.2% of air conditioners and equal to 16.9%.
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electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner vs the average air conditioner

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  • Broader physical control options
    For physical control setup, this air conditioner lists remote control and onboard controls, while the average air conditioner lists remote control.
    remote control and onboard controls vs remote control
  • 44.7 cm narrower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a narrower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (35.8 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    35.8 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 8.41x more popular
    electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner is more popular than the average air conditioner (8.41 vs 1).
    8.41 vs 1
  • 61.3% cheaper
    electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£310 vs £500).
    £310 vs £500
  • 8.41x more popular
    electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner is more popular than the average air conditioner (8.41 vs 1).
    8.41 vs 1
  • 61.3% cheaper
    electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£310 vs £500).
    £310 vs £500
  • Broader physical control options
    For physical control setup, this air conditioner lists remote control and onboard controls, while the average air conditioner lists remote control.
    remote control and onboard controls vs remote control
  • 44.7 cm narrower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a narrower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (35.8 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    35.8 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 3.24x heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (28.2 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    28.2 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • Does not support comfort airflow mode
    This air conditioner does not support comfort airflow mode, while the average air conditioner supports comfort airflow mode.
  • No inverter compressor
    Does this air conditioner use an inverter compressor? no. Does the average air conditioner? yes.
  • Does not support automatic self-cleaning
    This air conditioner does not support automatic self-cleaning, while the average air conditioner supports automatic self-cleaning.
  • 21.5 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (42 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    42 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 185 m³/h lower indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a lower indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (410 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    410 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 8 dB higher indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder indoor unit than the average air conditioner (64 dB vs 56 dB).
    64 dB vs 56 dB
  • 39.8 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (68.8 cm vs 29 cm).
    68.8 cm vs 29 cm
  • 7.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Air Conditioners category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Air Conditioners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
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    electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
    the average air conditioner
    electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner has a lower user score than the average air conditioner (7.42 vs 8.000).
    7.42 vs 8
  • 4.6% worse value for money
    electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (6.8 vs 7.1).
    6.8 vs 7.12
  • 185 m³/h lower indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a lower indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (410 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    410 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 8 dB higher indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder indoor unit than the average air conditioner (64 dB vs 56 dB).
    64 dB vs 56 dB
  • Lower cooling energy class
    This air conditioner has a less efficient cooling energy class than the average air conditioner (A vs A++).
    A vs A++
  • 5 m² smaller room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a smaller room area than the average air conditioner (30 m² vs 35 m²).
    30 m² vs 35 m²
  • Does not support comfort airflow mode
    This air conditioner does not support comfort airflow mode, while the average air conditioner supports comfort airflow mode.
  • No inverter compressor
    Does this air conditioner use an inverter compressor? no. Does the average air conditioner? yes.
  • Does not support automatic self-cleaning
    This air conditioner does not support automatic self-cleaning, while the average air conditioner supports automatic self-cleaning.
  • No heating function
    Can this air conditioner heat the room? no. Can the average air conditioner? yes.
  • No turbo mode
    Does this air conditioner include turbo mode? no. What about the average air conditioner? yes.
  • Does not support an anti-mould function
    This air conditioner does not support an anti-mould function, while the average air conditioner supports an anti-mould function.
  • No Eco mode
    Does this air conditioner include Eco mode? no. What about the average air conditioner? yes.
  • 3.24x heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (28.2 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    28.2 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 21.5 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (42 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    42 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 39.8 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (68.8 cm vs 29 cm).
    68.8 cm vs 29 cm

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

  • Powerful 12,000 BTU cooling capacity effectively cools medium to large rooms
  • 3-in-1 functionality (cooling, dehumidifying, fan) adds versatility
  • Easy to move around due to portability
  • Some models offer quiet fan modes suitable for nighttime use
  • Includes user-friendly remote and, in some models, Wi-Fi smart app functionality

What we don't like about electriQ P12C 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

  • Can be noisy, typical of portable units
  • Setup of the exhaust hose can be difficult, often requiring extra kits for standard UK windows
  • Lower overall efficiency compared to permanent wall units
  • Some users reported poor performance and poor value for money, stating it struggles in smaller spaces
  • Cheap build quality on certain models

Verdict

The electriQ 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner is an energy-efficient Class A rated 3-in-1 climate control unit designed to cool, fan, and dehumidify medium-sized rooms up to 30 square meters. Featuring a powerful 12,000 BTU cooling capacity with an adjustable digital thermostat ranging from 16°C to 31°C, it consumes 1345W of power and boasts a high airflow rate of 410 m³/h alongside a dehumidification capacity of up to 36L per day using eco-friendly R290 refrigerant. Main advantages include its highly portable design with built-in castors, a self-evaporative water system that minimizes tank emptying, a 24-hour programmable timer, an advanced sleep mode, and convenient remote control operation. However, its drawbacks include a maximum noise level reaching up to 64–65 dB(A) on full blast, a substantial net weight of approximately 27.5 to 28.2 kg making it heavy to lift, and a short 1.5-meter exhaust hose that restricts room placement and requires complex window ducting setup.

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