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Olimpia Splendid 02265 Dolceclima Compact 8X Review | 44 Data compared

Avg. price:~£170Cooling capacity:8000 BTU/hMaximum room size:24 m²Maximum noise level:63 dBHeating function:noCooling Energy Efficiency Class:A

Olimpia Splendid 02265 Dolceclima Compact 8X 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.

6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 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.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Air Conditioners category.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

80%

6.0

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 90% of portable air conditioners
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

â–¼Worse than 66%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

55%

5.0

Performance

30%

6.5

Features

15%

8.8

Design

â–¼Worse than 82%
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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    N/A~ £170
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Technical Specifications of portable air conditioner Olimpia Splendid 02265 Dolceclima Compact 8X

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

55%

5.0

Performance

30%

6.5

Features

15%

8.8

Design

6.0
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
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
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Olimpia Splendid 02265 Dolceclima Compact 8X 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
7.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

7.0
Cooling capacity
8,000 BTU/h
Market range: <7k BTU/h – >12k BTU/h
This portable air conditioner delivers 8,000 BTU/h cooling capacity, which is lower than that of 76.1% of portable air conditioners and equal to that of 5.3% of portable air conditioners.
Rated input power
?
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
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable air conditioner offers 2 fan speeds, which is fewer than 63.7% of portable air conditioners and equal to 36.3% 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
none
This portable air conditioner provides none airflow direction control, which ranks lower than 73.1% of portable air conditioners and equal to 26.9% 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
12 hours
Market range: <0 hours – >25 hours
This portable air conditioner supports a timer of up to 12 hours, which is shorter than that of 93.1% of portable air conditioners and equal to that of 5.3% 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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Olimpia Splendid 02265 Dolceclima Compact 8X vs the average portable air conditioner

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  • 10.8 l/24 h higher dehumidification capacity
    This portable air conditioner offers higher moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (43.2 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).
    43.2 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h
  • 4 dB quieter minimum operation
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (47 dB vs 51 dB).
    47 dB vs 51 dB
  • 11.8% lower weight
    This portable air conditioner is lighter than the average portable air conditioner (22.5 kg vs 25.5 kg).
    22.5 kg vs 25.5 kg
  • 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
  • 2.06x cheaper
    Olimpia Splendid 02265 Dolceclima Compact 8X is cheaper than the average portable air conditioner (£170 vs £350).
    £170 vs £350
  • 3.5 cm narrower cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is narrower than the average portable air conditioner (34.5 cm vs 38 cm).
    34.5 cm vs 38 cm
  • 0.7 cm shorter cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is shorter than the average portable air conditioner (70.3 cm vs 71 cm).
    70.3 cm vs 71 cm
  • 2.06x cheaper
    Olimpia Splendid 02265 Dolceclima Compact 8X is cheaper than the average portable air conditioner (£170 vs £350).
    £170 vs £350
  • 4 dB quieter minimum operation
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (47 dB vs 51 dB).
    47 dB vs 51 dB
  • 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
  • 10.8 l/24 h higher dehumidification capacity
    This portable air conditioner offers higher moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (43.2 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).
    43.2 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h
  • 11.8% lower weight
    This portable air conditioner is lighter than the average portable air conditioner (22.5 kg vs 25.5 kg).
    22.5 kg vs 25.5 kg
  • 3.5 cm narrower cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is narrower than the average portable air conditioner (34.5 cm vs 38 cm).
    34.5 cm vs 38 cm
  • 0.7 cm shorter cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is shorter than the average portable air conditioner (70.3 cm vs 71 cm).
    70.3 cm vs 71 cm
  • More limited airflow control
    This portable air conditioner provides none airflow direction control, while the average portable air conditioner offers automatic.
    none vs automatic
  • 1 fewer fan speeds
    This portable air conditioner offers fewer fan speeds than the average portable air conditioner (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • 0.3 m shorter power cord
    This portable air conditioner 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
  • 12 hours shorter maximum timer
    This portable air conditioner supports a shorter timer duration than the average portable air conditioner (12 hours vs 24 hours).
    12 hours vs 24 hours
  • 1,000 BTU/h lower cooling capacity
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower cooling capacity than the average portable air conditioner (8000 BTU/h vs 9000 BTU/h).
    8,000 BTU/h vs 9,000 BTU/h
  • 6 m² smaller room coverage
    This portable air conditioner covers a smaller room area than the average portable air conditioner (24 m² vs 30 m²).
    24 m² vs 30 m²
  • 31 m³/h lower high-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (319 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
    319 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • 37 m³/h lower low-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower low-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (213 m³/h vs 250 m³/h).
    213 m³/h vs 250 m³/h
  • 6.01x less popular
    Olimpia Splendid 02265 Dolceclima Compact 8X is less popular than the average portable air conditioner (1 vs 6).
    1 vs 6.01
  • 1.9% worse value for money
    Olimpia Splendid 02265 Dolceclima Compact 8X offers worse value for money than the average portable air conditioner (7 vs 7.1).
    7 vs 7.13
  • 1 fewer fan speeds
    This portable air conditioner offers fewer fan speeds than the average portable air conditioner (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • 1,000 BTU/h lower cooling capacity
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower cooling capacity than the average portable air conditioner (8000 BTU/h vs 9000 BTU/h).
    8,000 BTU/h vs 9,000 BTU/h
  • 6 m² smaller room coverage
    This portable air conditioner covers a smaller room area than the average portable air conditioner (24 m² vs 30 m²).
    24 m² vs 30 m²
  • 31 m³/h lower high-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (319 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
    319 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • 37 m³/h lower low-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower low-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (213 m³/h vs 250 m³/h).
    213 m³/h vs 250 m³/h
  • More limited airflow control
    This portable air conditioner provides none airflow direction control, while the average portable air conditioner offers automatic.
    none vs automatic
  • 12 hours shorter maximum timer
    This portable air conditioner supports a shorter timer duration than the average portable air conditioner (12 hours vs 24 hours).
    12 hours vs 24 hours
  • 0.3 m shorter power cord
    This portable air conditioner 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
  • 16.1% larger external volume
    This portable air conditioner has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (86099.9 cm³ vs 102623.4 cm³).
    86,099.925 cm³ vs 102,623.407656 cm³

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What we like about Olimpia Splendid 02265 Dolceclima Compact 8X

  • Quick and effective cooling performance for small rooms or attic spaces
  • Highly compact footprint saving significant floor space
  • Extremely easy to move around due to integrated wheels and rotating castors
  • User-friendly digital display and convenient remote control operation
  • Features automatic condensate disposal meaning there is no water tank to empty
  • Eco-friendly operation utilizing R290 natural refrigerant gas
  • Includes versatile functions such as dedicated dehumidifier and fan-only modes

What we don't like about Olimpia Splendid 02265 Dolceclima Compact 8X

  • Relatively loud operational noise level that can disrupt sleep
  • Heavy unit weight making it difficult to carry up or down stairs
  • Supplied exhaust window kit is not universally compatible with all regional window types
  • The exhaust air hose is quite short which limits placement flexibility
  • The connection mechanisms and hose attachments can feel fragile or rigid
  • Struggles to drop temperatures significantly in larger or poorly insulated spaces

Verdict

The Olimpia Splendid 02265 Dolceclima Compact 8X is an Class A energy-efficient portable air conditioner that delivers a nominal cooling capacity of 2.1 kW (8,000 BTU/h) alongside dehumidification (up to 1.8 liters per hour) and fan modes. Key advantages include an ultra-space-saving design measuring just 70.3 cm high by 34.5 cm wide, a lightweight 22.5 kg build with 360-degree rotating castors for easy transport, a tankless automatic condensate disposal system, and the use of eco-friendly R290 refrigerant gas. It also features a 24-hour timer, a multifunction remote control, an integrated anti-dust filter, and convenient side handles, though notable drawbacks include a relatively high maximum sound power level of 63 dB(A) and a basic included window conversion kit that may require separate adaptors for certain window types.

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