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De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG Review | 44 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350Cooling capacity:8300 BTU/hMaximum room size:24 m²Maximum noise level:65 dBHeating function:noCooling Energy Efficiency Class:A

De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG Review: Compare 44 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Air Conditioners category and whether it is worth buying.

De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG
5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Air Conditioners category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
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Score components

80%

5.2

Technical score

20%

8.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 95% of portable air conditioners
6.4

Value for money

Value for money
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Air Conditioners category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable 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 94% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

7.5

Price

â–¼Worse than 94%
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Air Conditioners category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable 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

55%

4.4

Performance

30%

5.5

Features

15%

7.7

Design

â–¼Worse than 99%
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 Portable Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable 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 87% 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 87%
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Technical Specifications of portable air conditioner De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Air Conditioners category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable 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:

55%

4.4

Performance

30%

5.5

Features

15%

7.7

Design

5.2
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 Portable Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable 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 87% 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 Portable Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Air Conditioners category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 89% of models
Popularity:
De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG has a popularity score of 9.6 points, which is higher than 89% of products in this category.
9.6
Value for money
Value for money
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Air Conditioners category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable 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 94% of models
Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

7.5

Price

6.4
Cooling capacity
8,300 BTU/h
Market range: <7k BTU/h – >12k BTU/h
This portable air conditioner delivers 8,300 BTU/h cooling capacity, which is lower than that of 75.5% of portable air conditioners.
Rated input power
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Cooling Energy Efficiency Class
A
This portable air conditioner has cooling energy efficiency class A, which ranks lower than 10.7% of portable air conditioners and equal to 89.4% of portable air conditioners.
Heating energy efficiency class
?
Number of speeds
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable air conditioner offers 2 fan speeds, which is fewer than 63.7% of portable air conditioners and equal to 36.3% of portable air conditioners.
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Fan-only mode
yes
This portable air conditioner includes a fan-only mode. 99.5% of portable air conditioners support this mode.
Airflow direction control
none
This portable air conditioner provides none airflow direction control, which ranks lower than 73.1% of portable air conditioners and equal to 26.9% of portable air conditioners.
Night mode
no
This portable air conditioner does not include a dedicated night mode. 74.3% of portable air conditioners offer night mode.
Timer
yes
This portable air conditioner includes a built-in timer. 99.5% of portable air conditioners feature a timer.
Maximum timer duration
24 hours
Market range: <0 hours – >25 hours
This portable air conditioner supports a timer of up to 24 hours, which is longer than that of 7.4% of portable air conditioners and equal to that of 92.6% of portable air conditioners.
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Color
white
Display
yes
This portable air conditioner includes an integrated display. 99.5% of portable air conditioners feature a display.
Control type
touch
Remote control
yes
This portable air conditioner comes with a remote control. 99% of portable air conditioners include a remote.
Handles
yes
This portable air conditioner includes built-in handles for easier carrying. 99.5% of portable air conditioners feature handles.
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De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG vs the average portable air conditioner

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  • 4 dB quieter minimum operation
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (47 dB vs 51 dB).
    Lowest stated operating noise.
    47 dB vs 51 dB
  • 8.4 cm narrower cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is narrower than the average portable air conditioner (29.6 cm vs 38 cm).
    29.6 cm vs 38 cm
  • 2.2 cm shorter cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is shorter than the average portable air conditioner (68.8 cm vs 71 cm).
    68.8 cm vs 71 cm
  • 60% more popular
    De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG is more popular than the average portable air conditioner (9.61 vs 6).
    9.61 vs 6.01
  • 6% 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 Portable Air Conditioners category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Portable 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
    De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG
    the average portable air conditioner
    De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG has a higher user score than the average portable air conditioner (8.48 vs 8.000).
    8.48 vs 8
  • 60% more popular
    De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG is more popular than the average portable air conditioner (9.61 vs 6).
    9.61 vs 6.01
  • 6% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Air Conditioners category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Portable 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
    De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG
    the average portable air conditioner
    De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG has a higher user score than the average portable air conditioner (8.48 vs 8.000).
    8.48 vs 8
  • 4 dB quieter minimum operation
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (47 dB vs 51 dB).
    Lowest stated operating noise.
    47 dB vs 51 dB
  • 8.4 cm narrower cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is narrower than the average portable air conditioner (29.6 cm vs 38 cm).
    29.6 cm vs 38 cm
  • 2.2 cm shorter cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is shorter than the average portable air conditioner (68.8 cm vs 71 cm).
    68.8 cm vs 71 cm
  • More limited airflow control
    This portable air conditioner provides none airflow direction control, while the average portable air conditioner offers automatic.
    none vs automatic
  • 2 °C higher minimum temperature
    This portable air conditioner has a higher minimum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (18 °C vs 16 °C).
    18 °C vs 16 °C
  • 1 fewer fan speeds
    This portable air conditioner offers fewer fan speeds than the average portable air conditioner (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • 70 m³/h lower high-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (280 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
    280 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • No night mode
    This portable air conditioner does not include a night mode, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • 11.4 l/24 h lower dehumidification capacity
    This portable air conditioner offers lower moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (21 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).
    21 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h
  • 0.3 m shorter power cord
    This portable air conditioner has a shorter power cord than the average portable air conditioner (1.5 m vs 1.8 m).
    1.5 m vs 1.8 m
  • No installation kit
    This portable air conditioner does not include a window installation kit, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • 12.1% worse value for money
    De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG offers worse value for money than the average portable air conditioner (6.36 vs 7.1).
    6.36 vs 7.13
  • 2 °C higher minimum temperature
    This portable air conditioner has a higher minimum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (18 °C vs 16 °C).
    18 °C vs 16 °C
  • 1 fewer fan speeds
    This portable air conditioner offers fewer fan speeds than the average portable air conditioner (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • 70 m³/h lower high-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (280 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
    280 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • 6 m² smaller room coverage
    This portable air conditioner covers a smaller room area than the average portable air conditioner (24 m² vs 30 m²).
    24 m² vs 30 m²
  • 700 BTU/h lower cooling capacity
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower cooling capacity than the average portable air conditioner (8300 BTU/h vs 9000 BTU/h).
    8,300 BTU/h vs 9,000 BTU/h
  • 1 dB louder at maximum output
    This portable air conditioner is louder at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 64 dB).
    65 dB vs 64 dB
  • 70 m³/h lower low-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower low-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (180 m³/h vs 250 m³/h).
    180 m³/h vs 250 m³/h
  • More limited airflow control
    This portable air conditioner provides none airflow direction control, while the average portable air conditioner offers automatic.
    none vs automatic
  • No night mode
    This portable air conditioner does not include a night mode, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • 11.4 l/24 h lower dehumidification capacity
    This portable air conditioner offers lower moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (21 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).
    21 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h
  • 0.3 m shorter power cord
    This portable air conditioner has a shorter power cord than the average portable air conditioner (1.5 m vs 1.8 m).
    1.5 m vs 1.8 m
  • No installation kit
    This portable air conditioner does not include a window installation kit, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • 0.6 cm deeper cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is deeper than the average portable air conditioner (36.1 cm vs 35.5 cm).
    36.1 cm vs 35.5 cm
  • 28.4% larger external volume
    This portable air conditioner has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (73516.9 cm³ vs 102623.4 cm³).
    73,516.928 cm³ vs 102,623.407656 cm³

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

What we like about De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG

  • Compact, space-saving design that is easy to move between rooms using built-in wheels
  • Cools rooms quickly on higher fan speeds and maintains comfortable temperatures on lower settings
  • Functions well as both an air conditioner and a dehumidifier
  • Quiet operation on the lowest fan setting, making it unobtrusive during the day
  • Relatively energy-efficient and affordable to run compared to larger units

What we don't like about De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG

  • Noise levels can get quite loud on higher fan settings
  • Not entirely silent, making it disruptive to sleep for some users when running at maximum capacity
  • The provided exhaust hose can be too short for some room or window setups
  • Air filters can be somewhat fiddly to grip and remove for cleaning

Verdict

The De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 YOUNG is a highly space-efficient portable air conditioner with an 8,300 BTU/h (2.1 kW) cooling capacity, designed with a 40% smaller footprint and 45% less volume than traditional Pinguino models. It features a Class A energy efficiency rating, operates with eco-friendly R290 refrigerant gas, and offers versatile cooling, ventilation, and standalone dehumidification capable of extracting up to 21 liters of moisture per day. Key advantages include its easy portability via built-in castors and handles, a user-friendly LCD touch interface with a 24-hour timer, and a 50% noise reduction when dropping from maximum speed down to its quietest 47 dB(A) minimum setting. However, some users note drawbacks such as a somewhat short 1.2-meter exhaust hose that can be clumsy to position, lack of bundled multi-window brackets in certain regional packages, and a weight of 22.7 kg that still requires care when lifting.

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