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Suntec 17032 Review | 44 Data compared

Avg. price:~£140Cooling capacity:9000 BTU/hMaximum room size:34 m²Maximum noise level:65 dBHeating function:yesCooling Energy Efficiency Class:A

Suntec 17032 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.

7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 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–² Better than 50% of models
Score components

80%

7.0

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–²Better than 50% 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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–²Better than 88%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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–² Better than 57% of models
Score components

55%

5.8

Performance

30%

7.6

Features

15%

9.8

Design

â–²Better than 57%
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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~ £140
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Technical Specifications of portable air conditioner Suntec 17032

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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–² Better than 57% of models
Score components:

55%

5.8

Performance

30%

7.6

Features

15%

9.8

Design

7.0
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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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
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Suntec 17032 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
✕
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%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.8
Cooling capacity
9,000 BTU/h
Market range: <7k BTU/h – >12k BTU/h
This portable air conditioner delivers 9,000 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
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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
A
This portable air conditioner has heating energy efficiency class A, which ranks lower than 54.2% of portable air conditioners and equal to 45.8% of portable air conditioners.
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
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, black
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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Suntec 17032 vs the average portable air conditioner

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  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This portable air conditioner supports Wi-Fi, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • Provides heating
    This portable air conditioner provides heating, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • 30 m³/h higher high-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers higher high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (380 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
    380 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • 6.5 cm shallower cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is shallower than the average portable air conditioner (29 cm vs 35.5 cm).
    29 cm vs 35.5 cm
  • 4 m² larger room coverage
    This portable air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average portable air conditioner (34 m² vs 30 m²).
    34 m² vs 30 m²
  • 13.7% lower weight
    This portable air conditioner is lighter than the average portable air conditioner (22 kg vs 25.5 kg).
    22 kg vs 25.5 kg
  • 6 cm narrower cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is narrower than the average portable air conditioner (32 cm vs 38 cm).
    32 cm vs 38 cm
  • 2.5x cheaper
    Suntec 17032 is cheaper than the average portable air conditioner (£140 vs £350).
    £140 vs £350
  • 2.5x cheaper
    Suntec 17032 is cheaper than the average portable air conditioner (£140 vs £350).
    £140 vs £350
  • 8.8% better value for money
    Suntec 17032 offers better value for money than the average portable air conditioner (7.76 vs 7.1).
    7.76 vs 7.13
  • 30 m³/h higher high-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers higher high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (380 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
    380 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • 4 m² larger room coverage
    This portable air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average portable air conditioner (34 m² vs 30 m²).
    34 m² vs 30 m²
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This portable air conditioner supports Wi-Fi, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • Provides heating
    This portable air conditioner provides heating, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • 6.5 cm shallower cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is shallower than the average portable air conditioner (29 cm vs 35.5 cm).
    29 cm vs 35.5 cm
  • 13.7% lower weight
    This portable air conditioner is lighter than the average portable air conditioner (22 kg vs 25.5 kg).
    22 kg vs 25.5 kg
  • 6 cm narrower cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is narrower than the average portable air conditioner (32 cm vs 38 cm).
    32 cm vs 38 cm
  • 1 cm shorter cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is shorter than the average portable air conditioner (70 cm vs 71 cm).
    70 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
  • No automatic fan-speed control
    This portable air conditioner does not adjust fan speed automatically, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • 4.4 l/24 h lower dehumidification capacity
    This portable air conditioner offers lower moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (28 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).
    28 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h
  • 1 dB louder at maximum output
    This portable air conditioner is louder at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 64 dB).
    65 dB vs 64 dB
  • Lower heating energy efficiency class
    This portable air conditioner has a lower heating energy efficiency class than the average portable air conditioner (A vs A+).
    A vs A+
  • 2 dB louder minimum operation
    This portable air conditioner is louder at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (53 dB vs 51 dB).
    53 dB vs 51 dB
  • 6.01x less popular
    Suntec 17032 is less popular than the average portable air conditioner (1 vs 6).
    1 vs 6.01
  • 6.01x less popular
    Suntec 17032 is less popular than the average portable air conditioner (1 vs 6).
    1 vs 6.01
  • 1 fewer fan speeds
    This portable air conditioner offers fewer fan speeds than the average portable air conditioner (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • No automatic fan-speed control
    This portable air conditioner does not adjust fan speed automatically, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • 1 dB louder at maximum output
    This portable air conditioner is louder at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (65 dB vs 64 dB).
    65 dB vs 64 dB
  • Lower heating energy efficiency class
    This portable air conditioner has a lower heating energy efficiency class than the average portable air conditioner (A vs A+).
    A vs A+
  • 2 dB louder minimum operation
    This portable air conditioner is louder at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (53 dB vs 51 dB).
    53 dB vs 51 dB
  • More limited airflow control
    This portable air conditioner provides none airflow direction control, while the average portable air conditioner offers automatic.
    none vs automatic
  • 4.4 l/24 h lower dehumidification capacity
    This portable air conditioner offers lower moisture removal than the average portable air conditioner (28 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h).
    28 l/24 h vs 32.4 l/24 h
  • 36.7% larger external volume
    This portable air conditioner has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (64960 cm³ vs 102623.4 cm³).
    64,960 cm³ vs 102,623.407656 cm³

Expert reviews

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Third-party reviews

What we like about Suntec 17032

  • Affordable purchase price offering great value for money
  • Strong and effective cooling performance for small to medium rooms up to 34 square meters
  • Versatile 3-in-1 functionality that cools, dehumidifies, and ventilates
  • Compact design and relatively lightweight body making it easy to position
  • Equipped with smooth-running wheels and handles for easy transport between rooms
  • Intuitive controls and easy operation via the digital LED display or included remote control
  • Environmentally friendly operation using natural R290 ecological refrigerant

What we don't like about Suntec 17032

  • High operational noise level measuring up to 65 decibels during intensive cooling
  • Sleep mode can still feel too loud and disruptive for light sleepers
  • Lower overall energy efficiency compared to more expensive split system units
  • Exhaust hose installation can feel bulky and requires a window gap kit
  • The included remote control often arrives without the required batteries

Verdict

The Suntec Wellness MultiFreeze 2.6 Eco R290 APP (Model 17032) is a versatile, reversible portable air conditioner that delivers a 9,000 BTU/h cooling capacity and a heating mode for year-round climate control in spaces up to 34 m² (approx. 80 m³). Utilizing eco-friendly R290 refrigerant, the unit also functions as a powerful 1.2 L/h dehumidifier and fan, featuring a 24-hour timer, night mode, transport casters, and smart connectivity for control via a smartphone app or remote. Key advantages include its eco-friendly design, multi-functional year-round versatility, and convenient app automation; however, its substantial 65 dB operational noise level limits its suitability for bedrooms or immediate living areas during quiet hours.

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