LG Electronics Inc. is one of the largest and well renowned electronic appliance manufacturers in the world. Headquartered in South Korea, LG produces a wide range of electronic products including televisions, mobile devices, and much more. Equally respected across all their fields, LG air conditioners are among the most high-quality units we have reviewed at Air Conditioners Rated. Considering how well-received their AC units are, we’ve decided to put them all into one review, so that our readers at home may inform themselves about the wide range of air conditioning products LG has to offer. Without further ado, welcome to our LG Air Conditioner Review.

LG Air Conditioner Review 2021

1. LG Air Conditioner Review – The LG LP0817WSR

Retailing at about $279, the LG LP0817WSR is a relatively affordable choice of portable air conditioning unit. Stylish, yet effective, this product performs quite well considering its price-tag. Recommended for smaller living spaces, we highly recommend this unit for use if your home matches the specifications below. Continue reading for more information.

 

Cooling Performance

Providing a moderate 8,000 BTUs of cooling power, this model is suitable for set-up in an estimated area of 200 square feet. With a maximum airflow of 250 cubic feet per minute, the LG LP0817WSR is capable of efficiently circulating air in your living space, while removing up to 1.8 pints of moisture from the air, each hour.

 

Efficiency / Specifications

Before considering a product’s convenient features and design, it’s important to be informed about how efficiently your unit will perform while in operation, as well as what certifications your air conditioner benefits from. By being aware of the certifications and efficiency ratings of your air conditioner, you take less risk by purchasing the appliance.

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER): N/A

Energy Star Certified: No

Safety Certification(s): N/A

Performance Certification(s): N/A

Power Requirement: 115V

 

Convenience & Design

Once you have determined what BTU output you require to cool your living space, you may then begin to compare products based on their convenience enhancing features. These enhance the overall user experience, and when used properly utilised, can make operation of your home air conditioner easier than ever.

Notable Features: Wireless Remote Control / 24-Hour Timer

Operational Modes / Functions: Auto Restart / 2 Fan Speeds

Noise Level: 54dB

Weight: 69.4lbs

Dimensions: 34 .65″ H x 19.29″ W x 15.55″ D

 

Help & Support

In the unfortunate scenario of there being an issue with your unit, it is vital that you get the best support available to get your unit back on track and operating properly. With LG’s refined customer service infrastructure, the user can rest assured in the knowledge that they are supported by a wealth of customer resources.

Warranty: 1-Year Parts and Labour Warranty.

Support Resources: Downloadable User Documents / FAQs / Tutorial Videos / Representatives contactable via live chat, email, and telephone.

 

Verdict

To sum up the LG LP0817WSR, this unit is am effective and efficient portable air conditioning alternative to the more expensive products on the market. With its moderate range of convenient features, the LG LP0817WSR is a sure-fire way to beat the heat in the peak of the Summer months.

 

Interested in finding out more than the LG LP0817WSR? Head on over to our full review of this product here.

 

2. LG Air Conditioner Review – The LG LW8015ER

Retailing for approximately $250, this middle-market unit takes the second slot of our list. Stylish, yet functional, the LG LW8015ER is certainly worth taking a look at if the idea of a exceptionally efficient window-mounted unit appeals to you.

Cooling Performance

Bringing 8,000 BTUs of cooling power to the table, this unit will effectively service a living space of up to 340 square feet. With the LG LW8015ER performing to this extent, we would recommend installation of this device in a medium living space. Additionally, with a maximum airflow of 250 cubic feet per minute, this unit is capable of removing up to 2.2 pints of moisture from the air, every hour.

 

Efficiency / Specifications

Ideally, your unit should operate efficiently, with the certifications to back it up. The Energy Efficiency Ratio is an accurate measurement of how efficient an appliance is, with the higher the score, the better the product. The industry average in this regard stands at approximately 9.7, any unit that scores over 10 is to be considered highly efficient. Fortunately, with an EER of 11.3, the user can rest assured that the LG LW8015ER will not cost them a heft sum to operate.

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER): 11.3

Energy Star Certified: No

Safety Certification(s): UL-Listed

Performance Certification(s): AHAM

 

Convenience & Design

Once you have settled the issue of how many BTUs you require from your unit to service your living space, we then advise checking out the convenience-related aspects of your unit. The LG LP8015ER boasts an impressive range of advanced convenience-enhancing design features and operational modes.

Notable Features: Wireless Remote Control / 24-Hour Timer / Washable Anti-Bacterial Air Filter / 4-Way Directional Air Louvers

Operational Modes / Functions: Auto Mode / Energy Saver Mode / Fan Only Mode / Dehumidify Only Mode / Auto Restart

Noise Level: 54dB

Weight: 57lbs

Dimensions: 19 9/16″ x 12 3/8″ x 19 3/8″

 

Help & Support

Fortunately, LG maintain a wide range of customer service resources accessible via the company’s official website. Combined with their experienced customer service representatives contactable through a variety of mediums, and it’s easy to see that LG maintain an advanced customer service network.

Warranty: 1-Year Parts and Labour Warranty

Support Resources: Representatives contactable via telephone, email, and live chat / FAQs / Tutorial Videos / Downloadable User Documents.

 

Verdict

With all factors taken into consideration, perhaps our only issue with this device would be that it lacks certain features that we would have liked to see included in its design, such as Sleep Mode. However, for what it is, and the price that it sells at, we believe this to be a fine choice for anyone looking to cool down a medium sized living space, without breaking the bank.

 

Could the LG LW8015ER be the right fit for your home? Find out more about this incredibly convenient unit in our full review.

 

3. LG Air Conditioner Review – LG LW6017R

On the market for approximately $189.99, the LG LW6017R is an effective alternative to the more expensive up-market units. With a relatively small BTU output, this unit is most effective in smaller living spaces.

 

Cooling Performance

Providing up to 6,000 BTUs of cooling power, the LG LW6017R is suitable for servicing an estimated area of up to 260 square feet. In addition to this,users of the LG LW6017R will enjoy the extra benefit of its capacity to remove up to 1.8 pints of moisture from the air every hour, with a maximum airflow of 134CFM.

 

Efficiency / Specifications

The most important aspect of a home air conditioning appliance is arguably its efficiency and specifications. Selecting a unit with a high efficiency rating ensures that your unit will not consume too much energy while in operation.

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER): 11.5

Energy Star Certified: N/A

Safety Certification(s): UL-Listed

Performance Certification(s): N/A

 

Convenience & Design

Once you’re certain of how many BTUs of cooling output is required for your living environment, only then do we recommend comparing products on the basis of how many convenient features they come with. While the LG LW6017R comes with a relatively modest range of convenient features, it retains the most important convenient design aspects, such as the wireless remote control.

Notable Features: Wireless Remote Control / 24-Hour Timer

Operational Modes / Functions: Energy Saver Mode / Auto Restart

Noise Level: 52dB

Weight: 39.6lbs

Dimensions: 11.13″ H x 17.31″ W x 14.38″ D

Window Opening Height (Max/Min): 36″ / 13″

Window Opening Width (Max/Min): 36″ / 22″

 

Help & Support

When you encounter a problem with your air conditioning unit, all you want is to get it back up and running. Thanks to LG’s refined customer service infrastructure, there is no wasted time in getting your unit back on track as fast as possible.

Warranty: 1-Year Parts and Labour Limited Warranty.

Support Resources: Customer service agents contactable via email, live chat, and live telephone / In-depth FAQs / Tutorial Videos / Downloadable User Manuals.

 

Verdict

The LG LW6017R really shines as an ultra-efficient unit. While we would have preferred to see more convenient features included in the product’s final design, the efficient performance and relatively low-cost of the product makes up for it having limited operational functions.

 

Intrigued by the LG LW6017R’s highly efficient performance? Head on over to our full review for more useful information.

4. LG Air Conditioner Review – The LG LP1415GXR

Retailing at about $740, the LG LP1415GXR is one of the sleekest, most professionally designed portable air conditioning units we have reviewed to date. Powerful and stylish at the same time, this unit will sit comfortably into any contemporary living space. If your living space is large enough, and you’re willing to stretch your budget to the price-tag, we would certainly recommend this unit.

Cooling Performance

With an extraordinary 14,000 BTUs of cooling power, this appliance is capable of adequately servicing a space of up to 700 square meters. The maximum airflow of this unit stands at 270 cubic meters per minute, while the unit is also capable of removing up to 3.4 pints of moisture from the air, every hour.

This unit is not playing around, delivering one of the most powerful performances of any portable air conditioning unit we have come across on this site.

 

Efficiency / Certifications

The Energy Efficiency Ratio is an accurate indicator of how well a unit will perform with regard to energy consumption and cooling output. With the industry average standing at 9.7, any unit that scores over 10 is usually considered to be highly efficient. Fortunately, the LG LP1415GXR is one such unit, scoring an EER of 10.1, guaranteeing that this unit will save you a considerable amount of money in your upkeep bills.

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER): 10.1

Energy Star Certified: N/A

Safety Certification(s): N/A

Performance Certification(s): N/A

 

Convenience & Design

One of our top-picks, the LG LP1415GXR is easily one of the best portable air conditioning units on the market, providing above-and-beyond cooling alongside an admirable assortment of convenient features that make operation of this unit a breeze.

Notable Features: Wireless Remote Control / 24-Hour Timer / Easy-Roll Caster Wheels (Portability) / Oscillating Louvers / 5ft. Vent Hose / Sleek Aesthetics

Operational Modes / Functions: Auto Restart / 3 Fan Speeds

Noise Level: 55dB

Weight: 71.6lbs

Dimensions: 34 15/32″ H x 23 1/8″ W x 17 1/2″ D

 

Help & Support

In the event of something going wrong with your air conditioning unit, it is vital that you are provided with all of the supportive resources you need to get back on course and restore the cool to your home. With LG’s extensive range of resources available to all users of their product’s, you needn’t worry about an issue with your product being un-fixable.

Warranty: 1-Year Parts and Labour Warranty.

Support Resources: Representatives contactable via telephone, email, and live chat / FAQs / Downloadable user documents.

 

Verdict

The LG LP1415GXR is easily one of the best portable air conditioners on the market. Forgiving the absence of certain features such as a Sleep Mode, this unit is top-class in its performance. Admittedly, we would prefer if it carried with it certifications, just for our own peace-of-mind. However, we believe that LG is a trustworthy enough company to place faith our in their products.

This unit is the perfect choice if you need to cool a large living space. On the other hand, one piece of advice we would offer our readers is know your living space. Buying a unit that is too powerful for your home is not going to make it automatically better. Instead we would recommend acquiring a unit that will efficiently and adequately service the amount of space you actually have. It will save you money, but on the initial purchase, and the upkeep.

 

Has the LG LP1415GXR caught your eye? We don’t blame you. Check out our full review of this product for more information. 

 

5. LG Air Conditioner Review – The LG LP1015WNR

While slightly less powerful than the LG LP1415GXR, the LG LP1015WNR is still more powerful than most of the portable air conditioning units on the market. Retailing at about $329, this unit is a relatively cheaper alternative to other powerful portable air conditioners on the market. Continue reading for the run down of what we think about this unit.

Cooling Performance

 Providing 10,000 BTUs of cooling power, this unit bursts onto the market, adequately servicing an estimated area of 300 square feet. Removing up to 2.6 pints of moisture from the air every hour, and with a maximum airflow of 200  cubic feet per minute, the LG LP1015WNR means business, and it shows.

 

Efficiency / Certifications

With regard to efficiency, the LG LP1015WNR drops ever so slightly below average, with an EER of 9.2, compared to the average ratio of 9.7. This doesn’t make this a “bad” unit, however it will cost you slightly more than some other units  of the same BTU output, in the long run.

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER): 9.2

Energy Star Certified: No

Safety Certification(s): N/A

Performance Certification(s): N/A

 

Convenience & Design

LG products benefit from an established reputation of being designed to a high standard of quality and functionality. Upholding this legacy is the LG LP1015WNR, which comes loaded with several cutting-edge appliance convenience-boosting technologies, as listed below.

Notable Features: Wireless Remote Control / 24-Hour Timer / Auto Evaporative Technology / Digital LED Display / Eye-Catching Classic-Modern Fusion Aesthetic Design / Easy-roll Caster Wheels

Operational Modes / Functions: Auto Mode / Multiple Fan Speeds

Noise Level: 55dB

Weight: 55lbs

Dimensions: 21.28″ H x 17.03″ W x 13″ D

 

Help & Support

With LG, the user needn’t worry about being abandoned to fend for themselves, by uninterested customer service agents at the other end of the line. Rather, with a refined and extensive range of customer support services, LG really know how to look after their users.

Warranty: 1-Year Parts and Labour Warranty

Support Resources: Representatives contactable via telephone, email, and live chat / FAQs / Downloadable user documents.

 

Verdict

In conclusion, this unit is a fine choice for servicing a small-medium sized living space. Regrettably, this unit does not include a Sleep Mode, which is something we have come to expect of units of this calibre. However, the sheer strength of this unit is enough to forgive such oversights on behalf of LG. We would recommend installation of this unit in an area where you won’t mind a bit of noise, such as a living room.

 

6. LG Air Conditioner Review – The LG LP1217GSR

Retailing for about $399, this portable air conditioning unit with auto evaporation capabilities is the perfect solution for cooling medium sized living spaces. In our review we’re going to be peeling back all the technical jargon to provide you with all the details you need to know, to make an informed decision on what unit is best for you.

 

Cooling Performance

Providing 12,000 BTUs of cooling power, this unit is capable of adequately servicing an estimated area of up to 400 square feet. Additionally, the LG LP1217GSR will remove up to 2.6 pints of moisture from the air each hour. The maximum airflow of this unit stands at 220 cubic meters per minute, meaning that this unit will be able to effectively circulate air in your home, providing you with a feeling of refreshment.

 

Efficiency / Specifications

Efficient performance means saving cash on your bills, thus we would always advise taking this aspect of an air conditioning unit into account when browsing the market. With the industry average energy efficiency ratio standing at approximately 9.7, unfortunately the LG LP1217GSR falls slightly behind.

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER): 9.4

Energy Star Certified: N/A

Safety Certification(s): N/A

Performance Certification(s): N/A

 

Convenience & Design

Convenient features make a significant difference to the feel and effectiveness of any home air conditioning unit. Simple additions such as the inclusion of a wireless remote control make a considerable difference in the everyday usage of your appliance. Thankfully, the LG LP1217GSR comes with all the bare necessities when it comes to convenience.

Notable Features: Wireless Remote Control / Auto Evaporative Technology / Full Tank Indicator / Oscillating Air Vent / Digital LED Display / Easy-Roll Caster Wheels (Portability)

Operational Modes / Functions: Auto Restart / 2 Fan Speeds

Noise Level: 53dB

Weight: 67.2lbs

Dimensions: 34.65″ H x 19.29″ W x 15.55″ D

 

Help & Support

Unfortunately, even with brands as reliable and long-standing as LG, sometimes your product simply won’t arrive as expected, or may run into issues down-the-line. If this happens to you, you’ll need the best customer service network you can get behind you. With LG, customer service is certainly not an issue, with a user-friendly, easily accessible support centre, located on the company website.

Warranty: 1-Year Parts and Labour Limited Warranty.

Support Resources: Representatives contactable via telephone, email, and live chat / FAQs / Downloadable user documents.

 

Verdict

In summary, the LG LP1217GSR is a fantastic device. Providing style with more than enough substance, this product is both beautiful, and dramatically effective. Fitting of the LG brand, this unit provides some serious competition for all other units of its class. Our only issue that we found with this unit was the lack of a Sleep Mode. We at Air Conditioners Rated are big fans of the various modes that you can find on portable air conditioner units, and we feel that LG could have included more functions on this device. Aside from this tiny little detail, our verdict on the LG LP1217GSR is definitely a positive one, and we would recommend it to anyone whose living space matches the specifications listed above.

 

 

Air conditioner related terms

Auto Cool / Auto Function: The ability of an air conditioning device to detect shifts in the temperature of the room, and automatically power-on to bring temperatures back to a set level and maintain it.

Auto Restart: When an air conditioning unit restarts automatically following a power outage, and continuing with the same setting it was functioning on before the outage. This is useful for users living in environments that suffer from regular power blackouts.

Sleep Mode: The ability some air conditioners have to function at decreased capacities at night, gradually allowing temperatures to increase in order to save energy, whilst maintaining a comfortable environment.

Energy Saver Mode: When an air conditioner functions at a decreased capacity, consuming less energy than it usually would, conserving energy and cutting down on energy costs.