HAVERLAND TAC-0919 Review | 44 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£300
  • Avg. price in US: ~$370
  • Cooling capacity: 9,000 BTU/h
  • Maximum room size: 18
  • Maximum noise level: 65 dB
  • Heating function: no
  • Cooling Energy Efficiency Class: A

HAVERLAND TAC-0919 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.

6.1

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Air Conditioners category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Air Conditioners category.

Score components:

80.0%

6.1

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
6.1

Technical Score

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 components:

55.0%

4.4

Performance

30.0%

7.7

Features

15.0%

8.9

Design

Good
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User score

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 components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 6.9
    Bedroom use

    Score components:

    35.0%

    1.0

    Maximum noise level

    25.0%

    10

    Night mode

    20.0%

    10

    Timer

    20.0%

    10

    Remote control

  • 3.7
    Large rooms

    Score components:

    40.0%

    4.6

    Cooling capacity

    30.0%

    1.9

    Maximum room size

    20.0%

    1.6

    Airflow (high speed)

    10.0%

    10

    Airflow direction control

  • 6.0
    Year-round use

    Score components:

    40.0%

    4.0

    Heating function

    30.0%

    ?

    Dehumidification capacity

    20.0%

    8.0

    Cooling energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    4.0

    Automatic fan speed

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £300

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Verdict

The Haverland TAC-0919 is a 3-in-1 portable air conditioner designed for rooms up to 18 m², featuring cooling, ventilation, and dehumidification modes. Operating on eco-friendly R290 refrigerant gas, this unit offers a cooling capacity of 9,000 BTU (2308 frig/h) with a power consumption of 1000 W, an Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER) of 2.6, and a Class A energy rating. Notable characteristics include an integrated top control panel, a 24-hour digital timer, a 3-speed fan with a self-oscillating grid, and an airflow capacity of 290 m³/h. Its primary advantages are its low energy consumption, easy maintenance via an automatic drainage system that exhausts condensed water through the air hose, and excellent portability enhanced by built-in wheels, a wheel lock, and carrying handles. However, the device is hindered by a relatively high operational noise level of 65 dB and is strictly limited to cooling smaller spaces.

Technical Specifications of portable air conditioner HAVERLAND TAC-0919

Technical Score

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 components:

55.0%

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Performance

30.0%

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Features

15.0%

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Design

6.1
HAVERLAND TAC-919 has a technical score of 6.07 points, which is lower than 74.7% of products in this category.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
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.
1.0
HAVERLAND TAC-919 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 66.3% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

6.1

Overall score

40.0%

8.0

Price

6.6
HAVERLAND TAC-919 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.6 points, which is lower than 76.8% of products in this category.
Cooling capacity
What it is: Cooling capacity is the amount of heat the air conditioner can remove per hour, measured in BTU/h.
When it matters: Higher capacity cools larger or warmer rooms more effectively, provided the unit is sized correctly.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 12,000 BTU/h

9,000 BTU/h
HAVERLAND TAC-919 delivers 9000 BTU/h cooling capacity, which is higher than that of 26.6% of portable air conditioners and equal to that of 30.3% of portable air conditioners.
Rated input power
What it is: Rated input power is the electrical power the unit draws at its specified operating point, measured in watts.
When it matters: Lower rated input power reduces electrical demand, though cooling efficiency also depends on delivered capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: Up to 1,200 W

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Cooling Energy Efficiency Class
What it is: Cooling energy efficiency class summarizes the efficiency of the unit while cooling, from higher to lower letter grades.
When it matters: A higher cooling efficiency class indicates more cooling output for the electricity consumed.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: A or better

A
HAVERLAND TAC-919 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
What it is: Heating energy efficiency class summarizes energy efficiency when the unit operates in heating mode.
When it matters: A higher heating efficiency class matters when the portable air conditioner will also provide regular space heating.

Importance: LOW

Good value: A or better

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Number of speeds
What it is: The number of selectable fan speeds determines how finely airflow and noise can be adjusted.
When it matters: More speed settings make it easier to balance cooling intensity, sound, and comfort.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 3 speeds

3
HAVERLAND TAC-919 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
What it is: Fan-only mode circulates room air without running the refrigeration cycle.
When it matters: This mode provides lower-power airflow when cooling is unnecessary.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

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HAVERLAND TAC-919 includes a fan-only mode. 99.5% of portable air conditioners support this mode.
Airflow direction control
What it is: Airflow direction control describes whether outlet air can be aimed automatically, manually, or not at all.
When it matters: Better directional control spreads conditioned air more evenly without repositioning the unit.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: automatic

automatic
HAVERLAND TAC-919 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
What it is: Night mode adjusts operation for sleeping hours, typically reducing sound, light, or abrupt temperature changes.
When it matters: Night mode is useful when the unit runs in a bedroom or other light- and noise-sensitive space.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

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HAVERLAND TAC-919 includes a dedicated night mode. 74.3% of portable air conditioners offer night mode.
Timer
What it is: A timer lets the unit start, stop, or change operation after a scheduled interval.
When it matters: Timer control helps cool a room before use and avoids running the unit longer than necessary.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

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HAVERLAND TAC-919 includes a built-in timer. 99.5% of portable air conditioners feature a timer.
Maximum timer duration
What it is: Maximum timer duration is the longest interval that can be scheduled before automatic operation changes.
When it matters: A longer timer window offers more flexibility for overnight use and advance scheduling.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 24 hours

24 hours
HAVERLAND TAC-919 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
What it is: Color describes the main exterior finish of the portable air conditioner.
When it matters: Finish color matters when the unit will remain visible and should suit the room decor.

Importance: LOW

white
Display
What it is: A display shows settings such as target temperature, operating mode, or timer status on the unit.
When it matters: A display makes current settings easier to check without opening an app or using the remote.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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HAVERLAND TAC-919 includes an integrated display. 99.5% of portable air conditioners feature a display.
Control type
What it is: Control type identifies whether settings are entered through touch controls, physical buttons, or both.
When it matters: The interface style affects tactile feedback, cleaning, accessibility, and ease of use.

Importance: LOW

touch
Remote control
What it is: A remote control operates core functions from across the room without touching the unit.
When it matters: Remote access is convenient when the air conditioner is beside a window, across the room, or used from bed.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
HAVERLAND TAC-919 comes with a remote control. 99% of portable air conditioners include a remote.
Handles
What it is: Integrated handles provide secure grip points for moving or repositioning the unit.
When it matters: Handles reduce awkward lifting when the air conditioner is moved between rooms or stored.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
HAVERLAND TAC-919 includes built-in handles for easier carrying. 99.5% of portable air conditioners feature handles.
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HAVERLAND TAC-0919 vs the average portable air conditioner

  • 0.2 m longer power cord
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 has a longer power cord than the average portable air conditioner (2 m vs 1.8 m).
    What it is: Power cord length is the distance the unit can reach from a wall outlet without an extension lead.
    When it matters: A longer cord makes safe placement easier when suitable outlets are limited.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: At least 1.8 m

    HAVERLAND TAC-919 has a longer power cord than the average portable air conditioner (2 m vs 1.8 m).2 m vs 1.8 m
  • 3.5 cm shallower cabinet
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is shallower than the average portable air conditioner (32 cm vs 35.5 cm).
    What it is: Depth is the front-to-back cabinet dimension of the portable air conditioner.
    When it matters: A shallower unit protrudes less into the room and leaves more usable floor space.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Up to 35 cm

    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is shallower than the average portable air conditioner (32 cm vs 35.5 cm).32 cm vs 35.5 cm
  • 1 cm shorter cabinet
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is shorter than the average portable air conditioner (70 cm vs 71 cm).
    What it is: Height is the vertical dimension of the portable air conditioner.
    When it matters: A shorter cabinet fits more easily below windows, shelves, and other height restrictions.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Up to 70 cm

    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is shorter than the average portable air conditioner (70 cm vs 71 cm).70 cm vs 71 cm
  • 16.7% cheaper
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is cheaper than the average portable air conditioner (£300 vs £350).
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is cheaper than the average portable air conditioner (£300 vs £350).£300 vs £350
  • 0.2 m longer power cord
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 has a longer power cord than the average portable air conditioner (2 m vs 1.8 m).
  • 3.5 cm shallower cabinet
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is shallower than the average portable air conditioner (32 cm vs 35.5 cm).
  • 1 cm shorter cabinet
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is shorter than the average portable air conditioner (70 cm vs 71 cm).
  • 12 m² smaller room coverage
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 covers a smaller room area than the average portable air conditioner (18 m² vs 30 m²).
  • 60 m³/h lower high-speed airflow
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (290 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
  • No automatic fan-speed control
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 does not adjust fan speed automatically, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • 14 dB louder minimum operation
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is louder at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 51 dB).
    Lowest stated operating noise.
  • 1 dB louder at maximum output
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is louder at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 64 dB).
  • 13.7% higher weight
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is heavier than the average portable air conditioner (29 kg vs 25.5 kg).
  • 4 cm wider cabinet
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is wider than the average portable air conditioner (42 cm vs 38 cm).
  • 8.3% larger external volume
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (94080 cm³ vs 102623.407656 cm³).
  • 12 m² smaller room coverage
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 covers a smaller room area than the average portable air conditioner (18 m² vs 30 m²).
    What it is: Maximum room size is the largest floor area the manufacturer recommends the unit should cool.
    When it matters: A larger rated area is important when cooling open-plan spaces or larger rooms.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 30 m²

    HAVERLAND TAC-919 covers a smaller room area than the average portable air conditioner (18 m² vs 30 m²).18 m² vs 30 m²
  • 60 m³/h lower high-speed airflow
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (290 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
    What it is: High-speed airflow is the maximum volume of air the fan can move per hour.
    When it matters: Higher maximum airflow circulates cooled air through the room more quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 350 m³/h

    HAVERLAND TAC-919 delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (290 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).290 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • No automatic fan-speed control
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 does not adjust fan speed automatically, while the average portable air conditioner does.
    What it is: Automatic fan speed lets the unit adjust airflow without manual speed changes.
    When it matters: Automatic adjustment improves convenience and can maintain a steadier room temperature.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    HAVERLAND TAC-919 does not adjust fan speed automatically, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • 14 dB louder minimum operation
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is louder at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 51 dB).
    Lowest stated operating noise.
    What it is: Minimum noise level is the quietest stated sound output, normally reached at a reduced fan setting.
    When it matters: Lower minimum noise is valuable in bedrooms, home offices, and other quiet spaces.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Up to 50 dB

    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is louder at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 51 dB).65 dB vs 51 dB
  • 1 dB louder at maximum output
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is louder at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 64 dB).
    What it is: Maximum noise level is the loudest stated sound output, usually produced at full cooling or fan speed.
    When it matters: Lower maximum noise makes intensive cooling less disruptive during work, conversation, or sleep.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Up to 60 dB

    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is louder at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 64 dB).65 dB vs 64 dB
  • 13.7% higher weight
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is heavier than the average portable air conditioner (29 kg vs 25.5 kg).
    What it is: Weight is the mass of the portable air conditioner before installation accessories are attached.
    When it matters: A lighter unit is easier to carry, reposition, and move between floors.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Up to 25 kg

    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is heavier than the average portable air conditioner (29 kg vs 25.5 kg).29 kg vs 25.5 kg
  • 6.01x less popular
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is less popular than the average portable air conditioner (1 vs 6.005).
    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.
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is less popular than the average portable air conditioner (1 vs 6.005).1 vs 6.01
  • 4 cm wider cabinet
    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is wider than the average portable air conditioner (42 cm vs 38 cm).
    What it is: Width is the side-to-side cabinet dimension of the portable air conditioner.
    When it matters: A narrower unit occupies less wall and floor space beside a window.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Up to 35 cm

    HAVERLAND TAC-919 is wider than the average portable air conditioner (42 cm vs 38 cm).42 cm vs 38 cm

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What customers like about HAVERLAND TAC-0919?

  • Versatile 3-in-1 functions including cooling, ventilation, and dehumidification
  • Energy efficient with a Class A energy rating and low power consumption
  • Equipped with a self-oscillating grille for uniform air distribution
  • Features automatic drainage that eliminates the need to manually empty the water tank during cooling
  • Includes a 24-hour programmable digital ON/OFF timer
  • Highly mobile with integrated transport wheels, carrying handles, and a wheel lock system
  • Comes with a complete installation kit including a window adapter and exhaust tube
  • Easy to operate via an intuitive top-mounted control panel and an included remote control

What customers dislike about HAVERLAND TAC-0919?

  • Noise levels can be disruptive for light sleepers, despite having a designated night/silent mode
  • Cooling capacity is limited to smaller rooms of up to 18-20 square meters
  • The single-hose exhaust system is inherently less efficient than dual-hose configurations
  • Takes up physical floor space due to its free-standing design
  • Requires proximity to a window for proper exhaust hose routing

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