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electriQ SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£320Cooling capacity:?Seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):?Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:63 dB

electriQ SF8000E Slimline 7000 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 SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
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An overall evaluation of products in the Air Conditioners category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
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Score components

80%

6.2

Technical score

20%

8.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 93% of air conditioners
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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 57% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

7.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 57%
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 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 98% of models
Score components

40%

5.9

Performance

40%

6.5

Features

20%

6.1

Design

â–¼Worse than 98%
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 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–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

9.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 79%
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Technical Specifications of air conditioner electriQ SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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 98% of models
Score components:

40%

5.9

Performance

40%

6.5

Features

20%

6.1

Design

6.2
User score
User score
8.5/ 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–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

9.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
9.6/ 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 85% of models
Popularity:
electriQ SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner has a popularity score of 9.6 points, which is higher than 85.4% of products in this category.
9.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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 57% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

7.8

Price

7.0
Split configuration
monoblock
Cooling capacity
?
Indoor-unit capacity configuration
7,000 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
top
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 SF8000E Slimline 7000 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
  • 46.5 cm narrower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a narrower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (34 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    34 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 9.55x more popular
    electriQ SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner is more popular than the average air conditioner (9.55 vs 1).
    9.55 vs 1
  • 5.8% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 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 SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
    the average air conditioner
    electriQ SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner has a higher user score than the average air conditioner (8.47 vs 8.000).
    8.47 vs 8
  • 56.3% cheaper
    electriQ SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£320 vs £500).
    £320 vs £500
  • 9.55x more popular
    electriQ SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner is more popular than the average air conditioner (9.55 vs 1).
    9.55 vs 1
  • 5.8% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 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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    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    electriQ SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
    the average air conditioner
    electriQ SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner has a higher user score than the average air conditioner (8.47 vs 8.000).
    8.47 vs 8
  • 56.3% cheaper
    electriQ SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£320 vs £500).
    £320 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
  • 46.5 cm narrower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a narrower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (34 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    34 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 2.15x heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (18.7 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    18.7 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.
  • 345 m³/h lower indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a lower indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (250 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    250 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • Does not support Wi-Fi connectivity
    This air conditioner does not support Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average air conditioner supports Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 41 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (70 cm vs 29 cm).
    70 cm vs 29 cm
  • 7 dB higher indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder indoor unit than the average air conditioner (63 dB vs 56 dB).
    63 dB vs 56 dB
  • 1.8% worse value for money
    electriQ SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (6.99 vs 7.1).
    6.99 vs 7.12
  • 345 m³/h lower indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a lower indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (250 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    250 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 7 dB higher indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder indoor unit than the average air conditioner (63 dB vs 56 dB).
    63 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++
  • 15 m² smaller room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a smaller room area than the average air conditioner (20 m² vs 35 m²).
    20 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.
  • Does not support Wi-Fi connectivity
    This air conditioner does not support Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average air conditioner supports Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • No heating function
    Can this air conditioner heat the room? no. Can the average air conditioner? yes.
  • Does not support voice control
    This air conditioner does not support voice control, while the average air conditioner supports voice control.
  • No turbo mode
    Does this air conditioner include turbo mode? no. What about the average air conditioner? yes.
  • No automatic mode
    Can this air conditioner adjust its operation automatically? 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.
  • 1 fewer fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides fewer fan speed options than the average air conditioner (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • 2.15x heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (18.7 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    18.7 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 41 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (70 cm vs 29 cm).
    70 cm vs 29 cm
  • 10.5 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (31 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    31 cm vs 20.5 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 SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

  • Good value for money
  • Effective at cooling down small to medium-sized rooms quickly
  • Compact and slimline design that does not take up too much space
  • Highly portable due to the integrated handles and castor wheels
  • Easy to clean with its straightforward reusable, washable pre-filter
  • Simple and intuitive digital control panel and remote control usability

What we don't like about electriQ SF8000E Slimline 7000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

  • Very loud operating noise, making it difficult for some users to sleep with it turned on
  • The included window fitting kit only seals certain windows on three sides, requiring custom adjustments
  • The exhaust outlet duct can be clunky and awkward to fit onto standard hinged casement windows
  • Heavy unit weight makes lifting it difficult despite having wheels
  • Lacks Wi-Fi capabilities or mobile application smart controls

Verdict

The electriQ Slimline 7000 BTU Small Portable Air Conditioner (Model SF8000E) is an energy-efficient Class A appliance with a 2.1 kW cooling capacity, 900 W rated input, and 250 m³/h high-speed airflow designed to cool rooms up to 18–20 sqm. Operating with a 4.2 A running current, it features 4-mode settings (Cool, Dehumidifier, Fan, and Sleep), a digital thermostat ranging from 16–31°C, a 24-hour start/stop timer, and a 2-speed turbo fan. The main pros include its space-saving, highly mobile slimline design equipped with castors, rapid 5-minute unboxing setup, and an efficient 1.8 m exhaust hose (15 cm diameter) that makes it highly effective for targeted cooling in bedrooms and home offices. However, the cons include a loud maximum sound power level of 63 dB(A) (53–54 dB(A) sound pressure at 1 metre) and the necessity of managing an awkward window venting hose kit, which can restrict placement flexibility.

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