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Dreo AC318S Review | 44 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400Cooling capacity:8000 BTU/hMaximum room size:20 m²Maximum noise level:62 dBHeating function:noCooling Energy Efficiency Class:A

Dreo AC318S 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.

Dreo AC318S
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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%

7.2

Technical score

20%

8.9

User score

â–²Better than 77% of portable air conditioners
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 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.
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Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

7.0

Price

â–²Better than 69%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 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.
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Score components

55%

5.5

Performance

30%

9.5

Features

15%

9.1

Design

â–²Better than 66%
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 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.
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Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 97%
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Technical Specifications of portable air conditioner Dreo AC318S

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 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.
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55%

5.5

Performance

30%

9.5

Features

15%

9.1

Design

7.2
User score
User score
8.9/ 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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Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 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.
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Popularity:
Dreo AC318S has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 92.1% of products in this category.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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.
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Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

7.0

Price

7.4
Cooling capacity
8,000 BTU/h
This portable air conditioner delivers 8,000 BTU/h cooling capacity, which is lower than that of 76.1% of portable air conditioners and equal to that of 5.3% of portable air conditioners.
Rated input power
800 W
This portable air conditioner draws 800 W, which is lower than the power draw of 83.9% of portable air conditioners and equal to that of 1.8% of portable air conditioners.
Cooling-mode power draw.
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.
Official EU cooling energy efficiency class.
Heating energy efficiency class
?
Number of speeds
3
This portable air conditioner offers 3 fan speeds, which is more than 36.8% of portable air conditioners and equal to 61.1% of portable air conditioners.
Manual discrete fan-speed levels counted; automatic and continuous modes were excluded.
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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
automatic
This portable air conditioner provides automatic airflow direction control, which ranks higher than 47.3% of portable air conditioners and equal to 52.7% of portable air conditioners.
Night mode
yes
This portable air conditioner includes 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
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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Dreo AC318S vs the average portable air conditioner

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  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This portable air conditioner supports Wi-Fi, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • Supports voice control
    This portable air conditioner supports voice control, the average portable air conditioner does not.
    Voice control is supported through Alexa and/or Google Assistant.
  • 200 W lower rated power draw
    This portable air conditioner draws less power than the average portable air conditioner (800 W vs 1000 W).
    Cooling-mode power draw.
    800 W vs 1,000 W
  • 15.6 l/24 h higher dehumidification capacity
    This portable air conditioner offers higher moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (48 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).
    48 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h
  • 6 dB quieter minimum operation
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (45 dB vs 51 dB).
    Lowest stated operating noise.
    45 dB vs 51 dB
  • 2 dB quieter at maximum output
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (62 dB vs 64 dB).
    Highest stated operating noise.
    62 dB vs 64 dB
  • 8 cm shorter cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is shorter than the average portable air conditioner (63 cm vs 71 cm).
    63 cm vs 71 cm
  • 11.8% lower weight
    This portable air conditioner is lighter than the average portable air conditioner (22.5 kg vs 25.5 kg).
    22.5 kg vs 25.5 kg
  • 11.1% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 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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    Dreo AC318S
    the average portable air conditioner
    Dreo AC318S has a higher user score than the average portable air conditioner (8.89 vs 8.000).
    8.89 vs 8
  • 66.5% more popular
    Dreo AC318S is more popular than the average portable air conditioner (10 vs 6).
    10 vs 6.01
  • 3.7% better value for money
    Dreo AC318S offers better value for money than the average portable air conditioner (7.39 vs 7.1).
    7.39 vs 7.13
  • 200 W lower rated power draw
    This portable air conditioner draws less power than the average portable air conditioner (800 W vs 1000 W).
    Cooling-mode power draw.
    800 W vs 1,000 W
  • 6 dB quieter minimum operation
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (45 dB vs 51 dB).
    Lowest stated operating noise.
    45 dB vs 51 dB
  • 2 dB quieter at maximum output
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (62 dB vs 64 dB).
    Highest stated operating noise.
    62 dB vs 64 dB
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This portable air conditioner supports Wi-Fi, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • Supports voice control
    This portable air conditioner supports voice control, the average portable air conditioner does not.
    Voice control is supported through Alexa and/or Google Assistant.
  • 15.6 l/24 h higher dehumidification capacity
    This portable air conditioner offers higher moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (48 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).
    48 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h
  • 8 cm shorter cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is shorter than the average portable air conditioner (63 cm vs 71 cm).
    63 cm vs 71 cm
  • 11.8% lower weight
    This portable air conditioner is lighter than the average portable air conditioner (22.5 kg vs 25.5 kg).
    22.5 kg vs 25.5 kg
  • 115 m³/h lower high-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (235 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
    235 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • 10 m² smaller room coverage
    This portable air conditioner covers a smaller room area than the average portable air conditioner (20 m² vs 30 m²).
    Maximum recommended cooling area in m².
    20 m² vs 30 m²
  • 1,000 BTU/h lower cooling capacity
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower cooling capacity than the average portable air conditioner (8000 BTU/h vs 9000 BTU/h).
    8,000 BTU/h vs 9,000 BTU/h
  • 2 °C lower maximum temperature
    This portable air conditioner has a lower maximum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (30 °C vs 32 °C).
    30 °C vs 32 °C
  • 60 cm wider cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is wider than the average portable air conditioner (98 cm vs 38 cm).
    98 cm vs 38 cm
  • 3 cm deeper cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is deeper than the average portable air conditioner (38.5 cm vs 35.5 cm).
    38.5 cm vs 35.5 cm
  • 14.3% more expensive
    Dreo AC318S is more expensive than the average portable air conditioner (£400 vs £350).
    £400 vs £350
  • 2.32x larger external volume
    This portable air conditioner has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (237699 cm³ vs 102623.4 cm³).
    237,699 cm³ vs 102,623.407656 cm³
  • 14.3% more expensive
    Dreo AC318S is more expensive than the average portable air conditioner (£400 vs £350).
    £400 vs £350
  • 115 m³/h lower high-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (235 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
    235 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • 10 m² smaller room coverage
    This portable air conditioner covers a smaller room area than the average portable air conditioner (20 m² vs 30 m²).
    Maximum recommended cooling area in m².
    20 m² vs 30 m²
  • 1,000 BTU/h lower cooling capacity
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower cooling capacity than the average portable air conditioner (8000 BTU/h vs 9000 BTU/h).
    8,000 BTU/h vs 9,000 BTU/h
  • 2 °C lower maximum temperature
    This portable air conditioner has a lower maximum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (30 °C vs 32 °C).
    30 °C vs 32 °C
  • 60 cm wider cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is wider than the average portable air conditioner (98 cm vs 38 cm).
    98 cm vs 38 cm
  • 3 cm deeper cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is deeper than the average portable air conditioner (38.5 cm vs 35.5 cm).
    38.5 cm vs 35.5 cm
  • 2.32x larger external volume
    This portable air conditioner has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (237699 cm³ vs 102623.4 cm³).
    237,699 cm³ vs 102,623.407656 cm³

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Based on ratings from across the web.
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What we like about Dreo AC318S

  • Efficiently cools small to medium-sized rooms, such as home offices and bedrooms
  • Compact and sleek design, occupying minimal floor space
  • Relatively quiet operation compared to other portable units, with a quiet sleep mode
  • Easy setup, including a user-friendly window kit
  • Convenient smart app and voice control (Alexa/Google Assistant) features
  • Features a self-evaporating system, limiting the need to drain water

What we don't like about Dreo AC318S

  • Exhaust hose can be slightly short, which may limit placement options
  • While compact, it is heavy and can be difficult to move up stairs alone
  • Not entirely silent, with the compressor producing noticeable sound (around 60-63 dB) during heavy cooling

Verdict

The Dreo AC318S is a 3-in-1 portable air conditioner, dehumidifier (extracting up to 2.5L per hour), and fan that delivers a cooling capacity of 8,000 BTU ASHRAE (5,000 BTU SACC) with a 6.1 SEER rating, making it optimal for small rooms up to 150 square feet. Its main pros include an automated, drainage-free self-evaporating system under 90% humidity, an ultra-quiet noise level of 45 dB on its lowest setting, an auto air swing feature for even distribution, and smart connectivity supporting the Dreo app along with Alexa and Google Assistant voice controls. However, notable cons include its hefty 55-pound build that restricts multi-floor mobility, caster wheels that struggle to roll smoothly across carpeted floors, and user complaints regarding a relatively short exhaust tube that complicates window installation.

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