This product is a professionally refurbished item which has been carried out by certified engineers .

Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. We were surprised how much water it used, we had to top it up with a litre of water 3 or 4 times a day when changing the ice packs, so airing the room out when it's not in use is probably a good idea. A trusted British brand and celebrating 150 years, Beldray design innovative housewares to make everyday life run smoother.

Measuring 28 x 69 cm, this compact oscillating air cooler fan can be placed anywhere around the room without taking up too much space.

We mostly used the medium setting, the high setting was a little too loud but luckily we didn't need to use that often. Like most portable air con units of this power, it isn't light, weighing in at 27kgs, and its most common negative gripe from users is – as with most air con units – its noise.

Ideal for stuffy summer days, it has a generous 6 L water tank with three convenient power settings and an automatic oscillation function so you can concentrate the cold air where you need it most. It is fully functional and has been professionally refurbished, inspected, tested and cleaned to good condition by qualified sellers. With 3 speed settings to pick from, and an oscillation function, your space will maintain a constant temperature even in the warmest nights. Argos Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority as a credit broker (713206), and works exclusively with the lender, Home Retail Group Card Services Limited trading as Argos Card and Argos Financial Services, who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority to provide credit (716148). With some air coolers, there’s a risk of adding to the room’s humidity, which can be a problem if it already suffers from excess humidity.

It does need more than the supplied ice packs, they defrost very quickly in the water, we bought 3 more. After being massively impressed by the brand's virtually silent Duux Whisper Flex Ultimate Fan, we had high hopes this unit was going to be just as whisper-quiet, but sadly that also wasn't to be, with the North Smart proving just as loud as your average portable air con. Built to last with a sleek white and grey finish, the 65 W cooler features a hard-wearing all-copper motor and heavy-duty ABS plastic housing for optimum durability.

Whilst it's definitely not silent, our tester was also particularly impressed by the Comfort 6000's noise levels. Plus, its 780W power consumption is one of the lowest of all the air con units we've tested, meaning it offers lower running costs too.

I bought this product for my Mum and she can just roll it out of her storage cupboard whenever she needs it. If you know you'll struggle with a cooling device of that weight, an air cooler could be a lighter option, although it won't deliver the same cold air that an air conditioner can. This adjustable portable air cooler is ideal for providing a cooling breeze on hot, stuffy days, great for bedrooms and the office. It uses water pump sprinkling technology to cool the surrounding air and a 2-piece ice box is included for added convenience. one of the heaviest units we've tested, so carrying it upstairs is a definite two (strong) person job.

In our tests, we found the best portable air conditioners, used in a well-sealed room, could reduce the temperature by up to 10 degrees in under an hour. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. You can easily move it from room-to-room with the castor wheels, so you can make sure it's where you need it most. With the cooler connected to your Wi-Fi network, you can control it from your smartphone or even an Alexa or Google Assistant speaker, although the voice commands don’t cover much more than switching modes or turning the unit on and off. It can come in its original packaging which may have slight damage such as tears, compressions or signs of wear.