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With an energy efficiency ratio of 11.1, the Whynter ARC-14S air conditioner cannot be beaten in terms of efficiency. This air conditioner not only topped the efficiency leaderboard but also proved to be amazingly effective at removing moisture. If you live or work in a humid climate this portable air conditioner definitely proved its worth when it comes to dealing with moist, humid environments. The ARC-14S air conditioner is easily one of the best portable air conditioner units on the market today.

Whynter ARC-14S Air Conditioner Review

Whynter has established itself in the HVAC industry as providers of quality air conditioning units time-after-time. With a dedication to quality and reliability, the Whynter brand is capable of holding its own against any other manufacturers on the market. Today our expert team of AC analysts reviews the Whynter ARC-14S, a sleek, and immensely powerful unit, that doubles as a dehumidifier, and fan. Retailing for approximately $521.90, this product may prove to be a bit of a stretch if you’re working with a tight budget, however, we believe the price is justified, as there are few units on the market that can offer performance like the Whynter ARC-14S’s. Truly one of the most versatile portable units we have come across to date, we would strongly recommend that anyone looking for a powerful portable air conditioning unit give this unit a chance.

Cooling Performance

With a whole 14,000 BTUs of raw cooling power, the Whynter ARC-14S is one of the most formidable portable air conditioning units we have come across on the market to date. Easily meeting the needs of most family living environments, we recommend this unit for installation in areas of up to 500 square feet. Additionally, this unit is efficient in air circulation, providing up to 222 CFM of airflow at maximum capacity. These performance figures allow the Whynter ARC-14S to remove up to 101 pints of moisture from the air in your living space, every day.

Efficiency / Certifications

The Energy Efficiency Ratio of a product serves as an indicator of a product’s efficient performance. This figure is obtained through a formula that takes into account the amount of power consumed by a unit, and the performance that it provides for the user. With the industry average EER standing at approximately 9.7, any unit that scores over 10 would be considered to be highly efficient. Scoring an EER of 11.1, the Whynter ARC-14S is certainly on the upper-end of efficiency rating scales. The efficient operation of this unit is further encouraged by the inclusion of three distinct fan-settings. This enables the user to operate their device in the lowest necessary setting, to save energy.

A unit may obtain an Energy Star Certification if its performance adheres to a strict set of regulations regarding power consumption, set out by the Environmental Protection Agency. This certification is often seen as a badge of prestige declaring a unit’s above-average efficiency. However, the Energy Star status of the Whynter ARC-14S was undisclosed at the time of this review.

On the bright side, the Whynter ARC-14S does come with lead-free RoHS compliant components. Additionally, this product is also UL-Listed, which means that it has been assessed by the experts of Underwriters Laboratories. To carry a UL certification, the product must be entirely safe for public use, to an extent where it will pass UL’s extensive range of assessments.

Convenience

Three operational modes enable the user to get the performance they need from their device, these include air conditioner, fan, or dehumidifier. The first function is self-explanatory, while the fan function will circulate air without applying a cooling effect, and the dehumidifier will similarly remove moisture from the air without cooling. These functions are exceptionally useful when cooling is not necessary.

As far as convenient design features are concerned, there are few aspects of the Whynter ARC-14S that prove as useful as the wireless remote control. Instead of having to pull yourself through the humid summer air to adjust the settings on your air conditioner, now you can get the result you need, from anywhere in the room. In addition to this, the Whynter ARC-14S comes with a built-in 24-hour programmable timer, which enables the user to input when they would prefer for their unit to operate. This is especially useful if the operator finds themselves out of the home on a frequent basis, which makes manual operation impossible.

Auto Restart functionality allows the device to automatically reboot itself following an unprecedented power outage. This is an exceptionally useful feature for those of us who live in areas frequently affected by blackouts either due to natural disasters, or infrastructural issues.

Design

With a net weight of 80lbs (gross weight: 100lbs), this unit is remarkably heavy for a portable unit. For this reason, we would strongly advise attempting to transport or install this unit without assistance. Fortunately, the Whynter ARC-14S was designed with its weight in mind, as the unit stands on four easy-roll caster wheels, to aid with movement about the house.

With regard to the noise level, the Whynter ARC-14S has a decibel rating of approximately 56 dBA. This is relatively loud when compared to other portable units, however, it is still quite manageable. For reference, the average human conversation would usually register at around 60 dB. With a noise level like the Whynter ARC-14S’s, the unit may not be suitable for installation in quiet spaces, such as bedrooms, offices, etc.

A carbon air filter and washable pre-filter enable the Whynter ARC-14S to remove weak odors from the air, allowing for a more refreshed, and clean-feeling living environment.

Dimensions (Inches):

Height: 35.5″

Width: 19″

Depth: 16″

Help & Support

Whynter’s experienced customer service teams may be contacted via telephone, email, or through one of the company’s various social media presences. In addition to this, Whynter maintains several online resources on the official company’s site including FAQs, downloadable user manuals, and troubleshooting. The Whynter ARC 14-S is also backed by Whynter’s one-year limited, and three-year compressor warranty. For more information regarding the terms and conditions of company warranty policies, we advise contacting Whynter directly.

Verdict

With everything taken into consideration, we can conclude that we loved reviewing this unit. With its impressive performance output and its wealth of convenience enhancing features, we found this product to be a joy to operate, and would certainly recommend it to anyone struggling with cooling a large family living space.