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Electrolux EXP35U538CW Review | 44 Data compared

Avg. price:~£370Cooling capacity:12000 BTU/hMaximum room size:50 m²Maximum noise level:64 dBHeating function:noCooling Energy Efficiency Class:A+

Electrolux EXP35U538CW 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.

Electrolux EXP35U538CW
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 10
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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

80%

8.1

Technical score

20%

7.6

User score

★Better than 91% of portable air conditioners
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 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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When you are comparing products in the Portable Air Conditioners category and want a good balance between quality and price.
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▲ Better than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

7.3

Price

▲Better than 88%
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 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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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

55%

8.5

Performance

30%

7.6

Features

15%

7.7

Design

★Better than 91%
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 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.
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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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▼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

7.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▼Worse than 76%
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Technical Specifications of portable air conditioner Electrolux EXP35U538CW

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

55%

8.5

Performance

30%

7.6

Features

15%

7.7

Design

8.1
User score
User score
7.6/ 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
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

7.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.6
Popularity
Popularity
7.2/ 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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▲ Better than 61% of models
Popularity:
Electrolux EXP35U538CW has a popularity score of 7.2 points, which is higher than 60.5% of products in this category.
7.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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
▲ Better than 88% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

7.3

Price

7.8
Cooling capacity
12,000 BTU/h
Market range: <7k BTU/h – >12k BTU/h
This portable air conditioner delivers 12,000 BTU/h cooling capacity, which is higher than that of 71.3% of portable air conditioners and equal to that of 19.7% 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 higher than 89.9% of portable air conditioners and equal to 8.9% of portable air conditioners.
Heating energy efficiency class
?
Number of speeds
3
Market range: <0 – >5
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.
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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
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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Electrolux EXP35U538CW vs the average portable air conditioner

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  • 3,000 BTU/h higher cooling capacity
    This portable air conditioner delivers higher cooling capacity than the average portable air conditioner (12000 BTU/h vs 9000 BTU/h).
    12,000 BTU/h vs 9,000 BTU/h
  • 20 m² larger room coverage
    This portable air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average portable air conditioner (50 m² vs 30 m²).
    Maximum recommended cooling area in m².
    50 m² vs 30 m²
  • Higher cooling energy efficiency class
    This portable air conditioner has a better cooling energy efficiency class than the average portable air conditioner (A+ vs A).
    A+ vs A
  • 70 m³/h higher high-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers higher high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (420 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
    420 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • 19 dB quieter minimum operation
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (32 dB vs 51 dB).
    Lowest stated operating noise.
    32 dB vs 51 dB
  • 90 m³/h higher low-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers higher low-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (340 m³/h vs 250 m³/h).
    340 m³/h vs 250 m³/h
  • 3 °C higher maximum temperature
    This portable air conditioner can be set to a higher temperature than the average portable air conditioner (35 °C vs 32 °C).
    35 °C vs 32 °C
  • 6 l/24 h higher dehumidification capacity
    This portable air conditioner offers higher moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (38.4 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).
    38.4 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h
  • 9.4% better value for money
    Electrolux EXP35U538CW offers better value for money than the average portable air conditioner (7.8 vs 7.1).
    7.8 vs 7.13
  • 19.2% more popular
    Electrolux EXP35U538CW is more popular than the average portable air conditioner (7.16 vs 6).
    7.16 vs 6.01
  • 3,000 BTU/h higher cooling capacity
    This portable air conditioner delivers higher cooling capacity than the average portable air conditioner (12000 BTU/h vs 9000 BTU/h).
    12,000 BTU/h vs 9,000 BTU/h
  • 20 m² larger room coverage
    This portable air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average portable air conditioner (50 m² vs 30 m²).
    Maximum recommended cooling area in m².
    50 m² vs 30 m²
  • Higher cooling energy efficiency class
    This portable air conditioner has a better cooling energy efficiency class than the average portable air conditioner (A+ vs A).
    A+ vs A
  • 70 m³/h higher high-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers higher high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (420 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
    420 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • 19 dB quieter minimum operation
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (32 dB vs 51 dB).
    Lowest stated operating noise.
    32 dB vs 51 dB
  • 90 m³/h higher low-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers higher low-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (340 m³/h vs 250 m³/h).
    340 m³/h vs 250 m³/h
  • 3 °C higher maximum temperature
    This portable air conditioner can be set to a higher temperature than the average portable air conditioner (35 °C vs 32 °C).
    35 °C vs 32 °C
  • 6 l/24 h higher dehumidification capacity
    This portable air conditioner offers higher moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (38.4 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).
    38.4 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h
  • No automatic fan-speed control
    This portable air conditioner does not adjust fan speed automatically, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • 33.3% higher weight
    This portable air conditioner is heavier than the average portable air conditioner (34 kg vs 25.5 kg).
    34 kg vs 25.5 kg
  • 8.6 cm taller cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is taller than the average portable air conditioner (79.6 cm vs 71 cm).
    79.6 cm vs 71 cm
  • 11.3 cm wider cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is wider than the average portable air conditioner (49.3 cm vs 38 cm).
    49.3 cm vs 38 cm
  • 6.5 cm deeper cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is deeper than the average portable air conditioner (42 cm vs 35.5 cm).
    42 cm vs 35.5 cm
  • 5.2% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 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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    Electrolux EXP35U538CW
    the average portable air conditioner
    Electrolux EXP35U538CW has a lower user score than the average portable air conditioner (7.61 vs 8.000).
    7.61 vs 8
  • 5.7% more expensive
    Electrolux EXP35U538CW is more expensive than the average portable air conditioner (£370 vs £350).
    £370 vs £350
  • 60.6% larger external volume
    This portable air conditioner has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (164819.8 cm³ vs 102623.4 cm³).
    164,819.76 cm³ vs 102,623.407656 cm³
  • 5.2% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 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
    Electrolux EXP35U538CW
    the average portable air conditioner
    Electrolux EXP35U538CW has a lower user score than the average portable air conditioner (7.61 vs 8.000).
    7.61 vs 8
  • 5.7% more expensive
    Electrolux EXP35U538CW is more expensive than the average portable air conditioner (£370 vs £350).
    £370 vs £350
  • No automatic fan-speed control
    This portable air conditioner does not adjust fan speed automatically, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • 33.3% higher weight
    This portable air conditioner is heavier than the average portable air conditioner (34 kg vs 25.5 kg).
    34 kg vs 25.5 kg
  • 8.6 cm taller cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is taller than the average portable air conditioner (79.6 cm vs 71 cm).
    79.6 cm vs 71 cm
  • 11.3 cm wider cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is wider than the average portable air conditioner (49.3 cm vs 38 cm).
    49.3 cm vs 38 cm
  • 6.5 cm deeper cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is deeper than the average portable air conditioner (42 cm vs 35.5 cm).
    42 cm vs 35.5 cm
  • 60.6% larger external volume
    This portable air conditioner has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (164819.8 cm³ vs 102623.4 cm³).
    164,819.76 cm³ vs 102,623.407656 cm³

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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Electrolux EXP35U538CW

  • High cooling capacity (12,000–13,000 BTU) effectively cools rooms up to 40m²
  • Self-evaporating system eliminates the need for frequent drip tray drainage
  • Eco-friendly performance utilizing sustainable R290 refrigerant gas
  • Versatile multi-functionality supporting cooling, dehumidifying, and fan speeds
  • Convenient user features including a 24-hour timer, remote control, and digital display
  • Good mobility with built-in castor wheels and comfortable side handles

What we don't like about Electrolux EXP35U538CW

  • Heavy and bulky unit weighing approximately 34 kg, making stairs difficult
  • Noise levels can reach up to 64 dB, which can be too loud for light sleepers
  • Lacks modern smart features like dedicated smartphone app control or Alexa integration
  • High power consumption operating at roughly 1300W–1400W
  • Less effective when trying to cool spaces larger than 50m²

Verdict

The Electrolux ChillFlex Pro EXP35U538CW is a mobile monoblock portable air conditioner featuring a powerful cooling capacity of 12,778 BTU/h (3.5 kW) and an energy-efficient Class A+ rating with a 3.1 EER. It operates on eco-friendly R290 refrigerant gas, offers a high air flow rate up to 420 m³/h across 3 fan speeds, and handles a dehumidifying capacity of 1.6 liters per hour for rooms up to 50 m². Key advantages include its self-evaporating system that reduces manual draining, an integrated anti-bacterial dust filter, a 24-hour programmable timer, and a dedicated sleep mode with a remote control. On the downside, the unit is quite heavy at 34 kg, lacks heating capabilities, and can be loud with a maximum sound power level reaching 64 dB.

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