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Midea MPD-12CRN7 Review | 44 Data compared

Avg. price:~£410Cooling capacity:12000 BTU/hMaximum room size:41 m²Maximum noise level:63 dBHeating function:noCooling Energy Efficiency Class:A

Midea MPD-12CRN7 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.

Midea MPD-12CRN7
8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 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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★ Better than 95% of models
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80%

8.2

Technical score

20%

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User score

★Better than 95% 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.
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

6.9

Price

â–²Better than 88%
8.2

Technical score

Technical score
8.2/ 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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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

55%

8.3

Performance

30%

8.2

Features

15%

7.8

Design

★Better than 94%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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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70%

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User ratings

30%

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Best prices
    N/A~ £410
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Technical Specifications of portable air conditioner Midea MPD-12CRN7

Technical score
Technical score
8.2/ 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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

55%

8.3

Performance

30%

8.2

Features

15%

7.8

Design

8.2
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
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70%

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User ratings

30%

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Popularity:
Midea MPD-12CRN7 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 66.3% of products in this category.
1.0
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
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

6.9

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 lower than 10.7% of portable air conditioners and equal to 89.4% 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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Midea MPD-12CRN7 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
  • 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
  • 11 m² larger room coverage
    This portable air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average portable air conditioner (41 m² vs 30 m²).
    41 m² vs 30 m²
  • 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
  • 105 m³/h higher low-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers higher low-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (355 m³/h vs 250 m³/h).
    355 m³/h vs 250 m³/h
  • Includes an ionizer
    This portable air conditioner includes an ionizer, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • 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
  • 1 dB quieter at maximum output
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (63 dB vs 64 dB).
    63 dB vs 64 dB
  • 9.4% better value for money
    Midea MPD-12CRN7 offers better value for money than the average portable air conditioner (7.8 vs 7.1).
    7.8 vs 7.13
  • 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
  • 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
  • 11 m² larger room coverage
    This portable air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average portable air conditioner (41 m² vs 30 m²).
    41 m² vs 30 m²
  • 105 m³/h higher low-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers higher low-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (355 m³/h vs 250 m³/h).
    355 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
  • 1 dB quieter at maximum output
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (63 dB vs 64 dB).
    63 dB vs 64 dB
  • 0.6 dB quieter minimum operation
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (50.4 dB vs 51 dB).
    Lowest stated operating noise.
    50.4 dB vs 51 dB
  • 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
  • Includes an ionizer
    This portable air conditioner includes an ionizer, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • 1 °C higher minimum temperature
    This portable air conditioner has a higher minimum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (17 °C vs 16 °C).
    17 °C vs 16 °C
  • 29.4% higher weight
    This portable air conditioner is heavier than the average portable air conditioner (33 kg vs 25.5 kg).
    33 kg vs 25.5 kg
  • 8.7 cm wider cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is wider than the average portable air conditioner (46.7 cm vs 38 cm).
    46.7 cm vs 38 cm
  • 0.1 m shorter power cord
    This portable air conditioner has a shorter power cord than the average portable air conditioner (1.7 m vs 1.8 m).
    1.7 m vs 1.8 m
  • 5.5 cm taller cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is taller than the average portable air conditioner (76.5 cm vs 71 cm).
    76.5 cm vs 71 cm
  • 4.2 cm deeper cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is deeper than the average portable air conditioner (39.7 cm vs 35.5 cm).
    39.7 cm vs 35.5 cm
  • 6.01x less popular
    Midea MPD-12CRN7 is less popular than the average portable air conditioner (1 vs 6).
    1 vs 6.01
  • 17.1% more expensive
    Midea MPD-12CRN7 is more expensive than the average portable air conditioner (£410 vs £350).
    £410 vs £350
  • 6.01x less popular
    Midea MPD-12CRN7 is less popular than the average portable air conditioner (1 vs 6).
    1 vs 6.01
  • 17.1% more expensive
    Midea MPD-12CRN7 is more expensive than the average portable air conditioner (£410 vs £350).
    £410 vs £350
  • 1 °C higher minimum temperature
    This portable air conditioner has a higher minimum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (17 °C vs 16 °C).
    17 °C vs 16 °C
  • 29.4% higher weight
    This portable air conditioner is heavier than the average portable air conditioner (33 kg vs 25.5 kg).
    33 kg vs 25.5 kg
  • 8.7 cm wider cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is wider than the average portable air conditioner (46.7 cm vs 38 cm).
    46.7 cm vs 38 cm
  • 0.1 m shorter power cord
    This portable air conditioner has a shorter power cord than the average portable air conditioner (1.7 m vs 1.8 m).
    1.7 m vs 1.8 m
  • 5.5 cm taller cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is taller than the average portable air conditioner (76.5 cm vs 71 cm).
    76.5 cm vs 71 cm
  • 4.2 cm deeper cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is deeper than the average portable air conditioner (39.7 cm vs 35.5 cm).
    39.7 cm vs 35.5 cm
  • 38.2% larger external volume
    This portable air conditioner has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (141830.2 cm³ vs 102623.4 cm³).
    141,830.235 cm³ vs 102,623.407656 cm³

Third-party reviews

What we like about Midea MPD-12CRN7

  • Powerful 12,000 BTU cooling capacity that quickly lowers temperatures in medium to large rooms up to 45 square meters.
  • Versatile 3-in-1 functionality that effectively handles cooling, dehumidifying, and ventilating modes.
  • Convenient 'Follow Me' feature on the remote control acts as a portable thermostat for personalized comfort.
  • Auto-swing louvers ensure even and consistent air distribution throughout the entire living space.
  • Quiet sleep mode provides a comfortable white noise level suitable for uninterrupted night rest.

What we don't like about Midea MPD-12CRN7

  • The physical build is bulky, heavy, and consumes a significant amount of floor space.
  • Exhaust hose installation can be rigid and difficult to configure tightly in certain window types.
  • Operational noise can become quite loud and distracting when the unit runs at maximum fan speed.

Verdict

The Midea MPD-12CRN7 is a 3-in-1 portable air conditioner designed for cooling, ventilation, and dehumidification in rooms up to 45 m² (approx. 102.5 m³). It features a powerful 12,000 BTU (3.5 kW) cooling capacity, an 84.4-liter daily dehumidification rate, a 2.6 EER energy rating (Class A), and utilizes eco-friendly R290 refrigerant. Key advantages include its automatic swing air louvers for uniform air distribution, an integrated dust filter, a convenient 24-hour timer, a personal temperature-tracking Follow-Me remote sensor, and standard caster wheels for easy room-to-room transport. However, the unit is fairly bulky and heavy at 33 kg, functions as a non-inverter single-hose system that can induce negative room pressure, and generates a relatively high peak noise level of 63 dB during maximum operation.

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