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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£480
  • Avg. price in US: ~$600
  • Cooling capacity: 14,000 BTU/h
  • Maximum room size: 42 m²
  • Maximum noise level: 54 dB
  • Heating function: yes
  • Cooling Energy Efficiency Class: ?

LG LP1025WHSM 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.

7.7

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%

8.3

Technical Score

20.0%

5.4

User score

Very good
8.3

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%

7.5

Performance

30.0%

9.7

Features

15.0%

8.1

Design

Excellent
5.4

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%

6.0

User reviews

30.0%

4.0

Popularity

User score:
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

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  • 10
    Bedroom use

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Maximum noise level

    25.0%

    10

    Night mode

    20.0%

    10

    Timer

    20.0%

    10

    Remote control

  • 7.9
    Large rooms

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Cooling capacity

    30.0%

    8.8

    Maximum room size

    20.0%

    1.0

    Airflow (high speed)

    10.0%

    10

    Airflow direction control

  • 9.2
    Year-round use

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Heating function

    30.0%

    8.8

    Dehumidification capacity

    20.0%

    ?

    Cooling energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Automatic fan speed

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Verdict

The LG LP1025WHSM is a versatile 4-in-1 smart portable air conditioner designed for medium to large rooms up to 450 sq. ft., featuring a cooling capacity of 10,200 BTU (SACC) / 14,000 BTU (ASHRAE) alongside a 12,000 BTU supplemental heat pump, a dehumidifier extracting up to 4.01 pints per hour, and a multi-speed fan. Main advantages include year-round climate flexibility, an auto-swing air vent for even airflow, exceptionally quiet operation reaching as low as 44–48 dB, and seamless Wi-Fi integration via the LG ThinQ app for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice controls. However, notable drawbacks include a relatively high power draw of 1,210 watts for cooling and 1,300 watts for heating on a standard 115V circuit, a slightly cumbersome first-time exhaust hose setup requiring manual assembly of the end caps, and the potential need for manual water drainage via the rear port during periods of extreme, prolonged ambient humidity.

Technical Specifications of portable air conditioner LG LP1025WHSM

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%

7.5

Performance

30.0%

9.7

Features

15.0%

8.1

Design

8.3
LG LP1025WHSM has a technical score of 8.26 points, which is higher than 94.7% 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%

6.0

User reviews

30.0%

4.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.0
(8)
United States
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3.0
(9)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

5.4
LG LP1025WHSM has a user score of 5.41 points, which is lower than 100% of products in this category.
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.
4.0
LG LP1025WHSM has a popularity of 4 points, which is lower than 61.6% 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%

7.7

Overall score

40.0%

6.2

Price

7.2
LG LP1025WHSM has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.2 points, which is higher than 66.8% 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

14,000 BTU/h
LG LP1025WHSM delivers 14000 BTU/h cooling capacity, which is higher than that of 94.7% of portable air conditioners and equal to that of 4.8% of portable air conditioners.
Rated under ASHRAE test standard.
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

1,210 W
LG LP1025WHSM draws 1210 W, which is higher than the power draw of 75% 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

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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

2
LG LP1025WHSM offers 2 fan speeds, which is fewer than 63.7% of portable air conditioners and equal to 36.3% of portable air conditioners.
Manual discrete fan-speed levels counted; automatic and continuous modes were excluded.
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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

yes
LG LP1025WHSM 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

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LG LP1025WHSM 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

yes
LG LP1025WHSM 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
LG LP1025WHSM 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
LG LP1025WHSM 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

yes
LG LP1025WHSM 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
LG LP1025WHSM 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
LG LP1025WHSM includes built-in handles for easier carrying. 99.5% of portable air conditioners feature handles.
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LG LP1025WHSM vs the average portable air conditioner

  • 5000 BTU/h higher cooling capacity
    LG LP1025WHSM delivers higher cooling capacity than the average portable air conditioner (14000 BTU/h vs 9000 BTU/h).
    Rated under ASHRAE test standard.
    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

    LG LP1025WHSM delivers higher cooling capacity than the average portable air conditioner (14000 BTU/h vs 9000 BTU/h).14000 BTU/h vs 9000 BTU/h
  • Uses an inverter compressor
    LG LP1025WHSM uses an inverter compressor, the average portable air conditioner does not.
    What it is: An inverter compressor can vary its operating speed instead of relying only on full-power on and off cycles.
    When it matters: Variable compressor output can improve temperature stability, efficiency, and part-load noise.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: yes

    LG LP1025WHSM uses an inverter compressor, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    LG LP1025WHSM supports Wi-Fi, the average portable air conditioner does not.
    What it is: Wi-Fi connectivity lets the air conditioner communicate with a phone app or connected-home service.
    When it matters: Wi-Fi enables remote adjustments, schedules, and status checks beyond infrared remote range.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: yes

    LG LP1025WHSM supports Wi-Fi, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • 12 m² larger room coverage
    LG LP1025WHSM covers a larger room area than the average portable air conditioner (42 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

    LG LP1025WHSM covers a larger room area than the average portable air conditioner (42 m² vs 30 m²).42 m² vs 30 m²
  • 10 dB quieter at maximum output
    LG LP1025WHSM is quieter at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (54 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

    LG LP1025WHSM is quieter at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (54 dB vs 64 dB).54 dB vs 64 dB
  • Supports voice control
    LG LP1025WHSM supports voice control, the average portable air conditioner does not.
    Voice control is supported through Alexa and/or Google Assistant.
    What it is: Voice control allows supported functions to be operated through a compatible voice assistant.
    When it matters: Hands-free commands are useful when the remote or phone is out of reach.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    LG LP1025WHSM supports voice control, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • 13.14 l/24 h higher dehumidification capacity
    LG LP1025WHSM offers higher moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (45.5 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

    LG LP1025WHSM offers higher moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (45.5 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).45.54 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h
  • Provides heating
    LG LP1025WHSM provides heating, the average portable air conditioner does not.
    What it is: A heating function reverses or supplements normal operation to warm the room.
    When it matters: Heating extends seasonal usefulness and can replace a separate spot heater in mild weather.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    LG LP1025WHSM provides heating, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • 5000 BTU/h higher cooling capacity
    LG LP1025WHSM delivers higher cooling capacity than the average portable air conditioner (14000 BTU/h vs 9000 BTU/h).
  • Uses an inverter compressor
    LG LP1025WHSM uses an inverter compressor, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • 12 m² larger room coverage
    LG LP1025WHSM covers a larger room area than the average portable air conditioner (42 m² vs 30 m²).
  • 10 dB quieter at maximum output
    LG LP1025WHSM is quieter at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (54 dB vs 64 dB).
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    LG LP1025WHSM supports Wi-Fi, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • Supports voice control
    LG LP1025WHSM supports voice control, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • 13.14 l/24 h higher dehumidification capacity
    LG LP1025WHSM offers higher moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (45.5 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).
  • Provides heating
    LG LP1025WHSM provides heating, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • 2.14 cm shorter cabinet
    LG LP1025WHSM is shorter than the average portable air conditioner (68.9 cm vs 71 cm).
  • 2.44 cm narrower cabinet
    LG LP1025WHSM is narrower than the average portable air conditioner (35.6 cm vs 38 cm).

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Overall
Performance
Features
Design
  • 1 fewer fan speeds
    LG LP1025WHSM offers fewer fan speeds than the average portable air conditioner (2 vs 3).
    Manual discrete fan-speed levels counted; automatic and continuous modes were excluded.
  • 103 m³/h lower high-speed airflow
    LG LP1025WHSM delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (247 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
  • 210 W higher rated power draw
    LG LP1025WHSM draws more power than the average portable air conditioner (1210 W vs 1000 W).
    Cooling-mode power draw.
  • 2 °C lower maximum temperature
    LG LP1025WHSM has a lower maximum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (30 °C vs 32 °C).
  • 50 m³/h lower low-speed airflow
    LG LP1025WHSM delivers lower low-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (200 m³/h vs 250 m³/h).
  • 0.3 m shorter power cord
    LG LP1025WHSM has a shorter power cord than the average portable air conditioner (1.5 m vs 1.8 m).
  • 6.4 cm deeper cabinet
    LG LP1025WHSM is deeper than the average portable air conditioner (41.9 cm vs 35.5 cm).
  • 13.6% higher weight
    LG LP1025WHSM is heavier than the average portable air conditioner (29 kg vs 25.5 kg).
  • 0% larger external volume
    LG LP1025WHSM has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (102598.9 cm³ vs 102623.407656 cm³).
  • 1 fewer fan speeds
    LG LP1025WHSM offers fewer fan speeds than the average portable air conditioner (2 vs 3).
    Manual discrete fan-speed levels counted; automatic and continuous modes were excluded.
    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

    LG LP1025WHSM offers fewer fan speeds than the average portable air conditioner (2 vs 3).2 vs 3
  • 103 m³/h lower high-speed airflow
    LG LP1025WHSM delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (247 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

    LG LP1025WHSM delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (247 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).247 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • 210 W higher rated power draw
    LG LP1025WHSM draws more power than the average portable air conditioner (1210 W vs 1000 W).
    Cooling-mode power draw.
    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

    LG LP1025WHSM draws more power than the average portable air conditioner (1210 W vs 1000 W).1210 W vs 1000 W
  • 0.3 m shorter power cord
    LG LP1025WHSM has a shorter power cord than the average portable air conditioner (1.5 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

    LG LP1025WHSM 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
  • 2 °C lower maximum temperature
    LG LP1025WHSM has a lower maximum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (30 °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

    LG LP1025WHSM has a lower maximum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (30 °C vs 32 °C).30 °C vs 32 °C
  • 50 m³/h lower low-speed airflow
    LG LP1025WHSM delivers lower low-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (200 m³/h vs 250 m³/h).
    What it is: Low-speed airflow is the volume of air moved per hour at the quietest or lowest fan setting.
    When it matters: Higher low-speed airflow maintains stronger circulation when reduced noise is preferred.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: At least 250 m³/h

    LG LP1025WHSM delivers lower low-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (200 m³/h vs 250 m³/h).200 m³/h vs 250 m³/h
  • 6.4 cm deeper cabinet
    LG LP1025WHSM is deeper than the average portable air conditioner (41.9 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

    LG LP1025WHSM is deeper than the average portable air conditioner (41.9 cm vs 35.5 cm).41.9 cm vs 35.5 cm
  • 13.6% higher weight
    LG LP1025WHSM 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

    LG LP1025WHSM is heavier than the average portable air conditioner (29 kg vs 25.5 kg).28.98 kg vs 25.5 kg
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about LG LP1025WHSM?

  • Provides quick and impressive cooling performance in medium-sized rooms
  • Excellent smart control integration via the LG ThinQ mobile app, Alexa, and Google Assistant
  • Versatile 4-in-1 functionality with cooling, heating, fan, and effective dehumidification
  • Maintains a very steady temperature without harsh on-off cycles
  • Equipped with smooth-rolling casters and side handles for easy room-to-room portability
  • Sleek, modern design and sturdy, well-made build quality
  • Auto-swing air vents distribute airflow evenly throughout the space

What customers dislike about LG LP1025WHSM?

  • The window installation kit can be tedious to set up and has limited extension flexibility
  • The power cord is relatively short, which heavily restricts placement near windows and outlets
  • Can be noticeably noisy, especially when running on high fan speeds
  • More expensive than many direct competitors with similar cooling capacities
  • Supplemental heating functionality fails to perform efficiently when outdoor temperatures drop below 40°F
  • The physical digital display on the unit can be awkward or difficult to read depending on placement

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