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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£260
  • Avg. price in US: ~$350
  • Cooling capacity: 9,000 BTU/h
  • Maximum room size: ?
  • Maximum noise level: 64 dB
  • Heating function: no
  • Cooling Energy Efficiency Class: A

SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW 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%

6.5

Technical Score

20.0%

6.7

User score

Good
6.5

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%

5.6

Performance

30.0%

7.4

Features

15.0%

8.2

Design

Good
6.7

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%

7.0

User reviews

30.0%

6.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.5
(43)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Good
  • 7.4
    Bedroom use

    Score components:

    35.0%

    2.5

    Maximum noise level

    25.0%

    10

    Night mode

    20.0%

    10

    Timer

    20.0%

    10

    Remote control

  • 6.6
    Large rooms

    Score components:

    40.0%

    4.6

    Cooling capacity

    30.0%

    ?

    Maximum room size

    20.0%

    ?

    Airflow (high speed)

    10.0%

    ?

    Airflow direction control

  • 6.6
    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%

    10

    Automatic fan speed

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Verdict

The SA Products SA1891_2 is a 3-in-1 portable air conditioner, dehumidifier, and fan that features 9,000 BTUs of cooling power and measures 37 x 32 x 88 cm with a weight of 25.5 kg. Main characteristics include four adaptable speed settings (auto, low, medium, and high), an energy-saving mode, a clear digital display, and a user-friendly 24-hour programmable timer. Its primary pros are its versatile multi-functionality, precise climate management, and the inclusion of a convenient remote control for effortless adjustments from across the room. However, notable cons include its bulkier footprint, a reliance on an extraction tube kit that must vent through a window, and the typical elevated noise levels associated with compact single-hose indoor compressors.

Technical Specifications of portable air conditioner SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW

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%

5.6

Performance

30.0%

7.4

Features

15.0%

8.2

Design

6.5
SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW has a technical score of 6.53 points, which is lower than 54.7% 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%

7.0

User reviews

30.0%

6.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.5
(43)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

6.7
SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW has a user score of 6.69 points, which is lower than 90.5% 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.
6.0
SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW has a popularity of 6 points, which is lower than 50.5% 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%

8.4

Price

7.1
SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.1 points, which is higher than 56.3% 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
SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW 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

?
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
SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW 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

4
SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW offers 4 fan speeds, which is more than 98.4% of portable air conditioners and equal to 1.1% 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

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SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW 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

?
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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SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW 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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SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW 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
SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW 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

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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
SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW 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

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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
SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW 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
SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW includes built-in handles for easier carrying. 99.5% of portable air conditioners feature handles.
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SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW vs the average portable air conditioner

  • 1 more fan speeds
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW offers more fan speeds than the average portable air conditioner (4 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

    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW offers more fan speeds than the average portable air conditioner (4 vs 3).4 vs 3
  • 3.5 cm shallower cabinet
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW 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

    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW is shallower than the average portable air conditioner (32 cm vs 35.5 cm).32 cm vs 35.5 cm
  • 34.6% cheaper
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW is cheaper than the average portable air conditioner (£260 vs £350).
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW is cheaper than the average portable air conditioner (£260 vs £350).£260 vs £350
  • 1 cm narrower cabinet
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW is narrower than the average portable air conditioner (37 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

    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW is narrower than the average portable air conditioner (37 cm vs 38 cm).37 cm vs 38 cm
  • 1.3% better value for money
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW offers better value for money than the average portable air conditioner (7.12 vs 7.026).
    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.
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW offers better value for money than the average portable air conditioner (7.12 vs 7.026).7.12 vs 7.03
  • 1 more fan speeds
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW offers more fan speeds than the average portable air conditioner (4 vs 3).
  • 3.5 cm shallower cabinet
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW is shallower than the average portable air conditioner (32 cm vs 35.5 cm).
  • 1 cm narrower cabinet
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW is narrower than the average portable air conditioner (37 cm vs 38 cm).

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Overall
Performance
Design
  • 0.3 m shorter power cord
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW has a shorter power cord than the average portable air conditioner (1.5 m vs 1.8 m).
  • 17 cm taller cabinet
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW is taller than the average portable air conditioner (88 cm vs 71 cm).
  • 1.5% larger external volume
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (104192 cm³ vs 102623.407656 cm³).
  • 0.3 m shorter power cord
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW 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

    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW 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
  • 17 cm taller cabinet
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW is taller than the average portable air conditioner (88 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

    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW is taller than the average portable air conditioner (88 cm vs 71 cm).88 cm vs 71 cm
  • 19.5% lower user score
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW has a lower user score than the average portable air conditioner (6.69 vs 8).
    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.
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW has a lower user score than the average portable air conditioner (6.69 vs 8).6.69 vs 8
  • 1.5% larger external volume
    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (104192 cm³ vs 102623.407656 cm³).
    What it is: The exterior physical volume (bulk footprint) occupied by the portable air conditioner chassis, calculated from its height, width, and depth.
    When it matters: Crucial for assessing room floor intrusion and determining whether the appliance can be stored away easily in closets or under stairs off-season.

    Importance: LOW

    SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (104192 cm³ vs 102623.407656 cm³).104192 cm³ vs 102623.407656 cm³
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
3.5
43 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW?

  • Effective at cooling smaller or medium-sized spaces quickly during hot and humid weather.
  • Provides good value for money compared to more expensive alternatives.
  • Straightforward usability and quick, hassle-free installation using the included window kit.
  • Visually appealing, clean, and modern design.
  • Features convenient controls, including a functional remote control and a 24-hour timer.
  • Equipped with built-in wheels making it easy to roll and move between rooms.

What customers dislike about SA Products SA_1891_AC_NEW?

  • Operation can be noticeably loud, which some users found disruptive, particularly during sleep.
  • Discrepancies reported regarding the advertised energy efficiency rating versus actual performance.
  • Lacks a current room temperature display on the unit.
  • Does not feature an automatic shut-off function upon reaching the desired temperature.
  • Mixed feedback and limitations reported regarding the performance of its dehumidifying mode.
  • Some instances of mixed reliability with users receiving faulty units.

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