OVERALL
SPECS
VS AVERAGE
REVIEWS
ALTERNATIVES

Honeywell HT09CESAWK Review | 44 Data compared

double-arrow
  • Avg. price in UK: ~£510
  • Avg. price in US: ~$680
  • Cooling capacity: 9,000 BTU/h
  • Maximum room size: 30 m²
  • Maximum noise level: 65 dB
  • Heating function: no
  • Cooling Energy Efficiency Class: A

Honeywell HT09CESAWK 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.

6.6

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%

6.6

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
6.6

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%

5.4

Performance

30.0%

7.8

Features

15.0%

8.7

Design

Good
?

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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

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

  • 5.0
    Large rooms

    Score components:

    40.0%

    4.6

    Cooling capacity

    30.0%

    5.4

    Maximum room size

    20.0%

    4.2

    Airflow (high speed)

    10.0%

    7.0

    Airflow direction control

  • 7.0
    Year-round use

    Score components:

    40.0%

    4.0

    Heating function

    30.0%

    10

    Dehumidification capacity

    20.0%

    8.0

    Cooling energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    ?

    Automatic fan speed

  • No image
No image

Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £510

Best rankings

?

Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Honeywell HT09CESAWK is a 3-in-1 portable air conditioner designed for spaces up to 90 m³, offering 9,000 BTU of ASHRAE cooling capacity, an airflow rate of 330 m³/hr, and a dehumidification rate extracting up to 71 liters per day using eco-friendly R290 refrigerant. Main characteristics include a 24-hour programmable timer, digital LED controls with a smart thermostat (16°C to 31°C), 3 fan speeds, and built-in caster wheels for mobility. Key pros feature an automatic self-evaporation system that minimizes manual draining, thermal overload protection for safety, and an included continuous drain tube and window installation kit. However, notable cons include a maximum noise level of 65 dBA, which can be loud for quiet spaces, and a heavy product weight of 28 kg when moving between floors.

Technical Specifications of portable air conditioner Honeywell HT09CESAWK

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%

?

Performance

30.0%

?

Features

15.0%

?

Design

6.6
Honeywell HT9CESAWK has a technical score of 6.64 points, which is lower than 50.5% 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

?
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
Honeywell HT9CESAWK 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%

6.6

Overall score

40.0%

5.9

Price

6.4
Honeywell HT9CESAWK has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.4 points, which is lower than 87.9% 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
Honeywell HT9CESAWK 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

1,000 W
Honeywell HT9CESAWK draws 1000 W, which is lower than the power draw of 50% of portable air conditioners and equal to that of 10.7% of portable air conditioners.
Cooling-mode power draw.
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
Honeywell HT9CESAWK 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
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

?
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
Honeywell HT9CESAWK 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.
Show more
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

yes
Honeywell HT9CESAWK 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

manual
Honeywell HT9CESAWK provides manual airflow direction control, which ranks lower than 53.2% of portable air conditioners and equal to 19.4% 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

yes
Honeywell HT9CESAWK 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

yes
Honeywell HT9CESAWK 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
Honeywell HT9CESAWK 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.
Show more
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

yes
Honeywell HT9CESAWK 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
Honeywell HT9CESAWK 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
Honeywell HT9CESAWK includes built-in handles for easier carrying. 99.5% of portable air conditioners feature handles.
Show more

Honeywell HT09CESAWK vs the average portable air conditioner

  • 38.6 l/24 h higher dehumidification capacity
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK offers higher moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (71 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).
    What it is: Dehumidification capacity is the maximum volume of moisture the unit can remove from the air in 24 hours.
    When it matters: Higher capacity is more effective in large, persistently humid, or moisture-prone rooms.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 24 l/24 h

    Honeywell HT9CESAWK offers higher moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (71 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).71 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h
  • 38.6 l/24 h higher dehumidification capacity
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK offers higher moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (71 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).

Total
Features
  • 14 dB louder minimum operation
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is louder at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 51 dB).
  • 1 dB louder at maximum output
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is louder at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 64 dB).
    Highest stated operating noise.
  • 1 °C lower maximum temperature
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK has a lower maximum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (31 °C vs 32 °C).
  • 20 m³/h lower high-speed airflow
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (330 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
  • More limited airflow control
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK provides manual airflow direction control, while the average portable air conditioner offers automatic.
  • 6 cm wider cabinet
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is wider than the average portable air conditioner (44 cm vs 38 cm).
  • 9.8% higher weight
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is heavier than the average portable air conditioner (28 kg vs 25.5 kg).
  • 10.4% larger external volume
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (113256 cm³ vs 102623.407656 cm³).
  • 0.5 cm taller cabinet
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is taller than the average portable air conditioner (71.5 cm vs 71 cm).
  • 0.5 cm deeper cabinet
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is deeper than the average portable air conditioner (36 cm vs 35.5 cm).
  • More limited airflow control
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK provides manual airflow direction control, while the average portable air conditioner offers automatic.
    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

    Honeywell HT9CESAWK provides manual airflow direction control, while the average portable air conditioner offers automatic.manual vs automatic
  • 14 dB louder minimum operation
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is louder at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 51 dB).
    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

    Honeywell HT9CESAWK 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
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is louder at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 64 dB).
    Highest stated operating noise.
    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

    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is louder at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 64 dB).65 dB vs 64 dB
  • 1 °C lower maximum temperature
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK has a lower maximum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (31 °C vs 32 °C).
    What it is: Maximum set temperature is the highest thermostat target available in the unit controls.
    When it matters: A higher maximum setting provides a broader adjustment range, especially on models with heating.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: At least 30 °C

    Honeywell HT9CESAWK has a lower maximum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (31 °C vs 32 °C).31 °C vs 32 °C
  • 20 m³/h lower high-speed airflow
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (330 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

    Honeywell HT9CESAWK delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (330 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).330 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • 6 cm wider cabinet
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is wider than the average portable air conditioner (44 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

    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is wider than the average portable air conditioner (44 cm vs 38 cm).44 cm vs 38 cm
  • 45.7% more expensive
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is more expensive than the average portable air conditioner (£510 vs £350).
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is more expensive than the average portable air conditioner (£510 vs £350).£510 vs £350
  • 6.01x less popular
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK 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.
    Honeywell HT9CESAWK is less popular than the average portable air conditioner (1 vs 6.005).1 vs 6.01
Total
Overall
Performance
Features
Design

Graphic comparison of Honeywell HT09CESAWK and other products in the Portable Air Conditioners category

Attribute category
Attribute
No results found

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Honeywell HT09CESAWK?

  • Efficient and fast cooling performance for small to medium rooms up to 25-30m².
  • Versatile 3-in-1 functionality offering cooling, dehumidifying, and fan-only modes.
  • Auto-evaporation system reduces the need to frequently drain collected water during regular AC use.
  • Easy portability provided by smooth-gliding built-in caster wheels and integrated handles.
  • User-friendly digital control panel, clear LED display, and full-function remote control.
  • Convenient 24-hour programmable timer that helps automate schedules and save energy.
  • Low maintenance with an easy-to-access, washable dual dust filtration system.

What customers dislike about Honeywell HT09CESAWK?

  • Noticeable and relatively high noise level (up to 65 dB), which can be disruptive for light sleepers at night.
  • Requires proper window venting and sealing to maintain cooling efficiency, which can take extra setup effort.

Best alternatives

whynter-arc-1230wn
Whynter ARC-1230WN

Portable Air Conditioners

8.8
olimpia-splendid-01918-dolceclima-air-pro
Olimpia Splendid 01918 Dolceclima Air Pro

Portable Air Conditioners

8.5
lg-lp1419ivsm
LG LP1419IVSM

Portable Air Conditioners

8.7
whynter-arc-1030wn
Whynter ARC-1030WN

Portable Air Conditioners

8.6
dreo-ac515s
Dreo AC515S

Portable Air Conditioners

9.0
blu-12
BLU 12

Portable Air Conditioners

8.0
dreo-ac516s
Dreo AC516S

Portable Air Conditioners

8.0
aeg-chillflex-pro-axp35u538cw
AEG ChillFlex Pro AXP35U538CW

Portable Air Conditioners

8.3
whynter-arc-14sh
Whynter ARC-14SH

Portable Air Conditioners

7.7
electrolux-exp26u338cw
Electrolux EXP26U338CW

Portable Air Conditioners

7.7
lg-lp1025whsm
LG LP1025WHSM

Portable Air Conditioners

7.6
klarstein-metrobreeze-rom
Klarstein Metrobreeze Rom

Portable Air Conditioners

7.5

Compare Honeywell HT09CESAWK with other products in the Portable Air Conditioners category

VS
VS

Compare