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The premium Whynter ARC-14SH offers great value with powerful, speedy cooling and heating versatility and user-friendly controls. But it’s not energy efficient, and its weight, lack of smart connectivity, and loud operating noise lower convenience.
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Product Snapshot
Overview
The Whynter ARC-14SH is a premium, portable air conditioner with cooling, heating, dehumidifying, and fan modes. It has a 14000 BTU cooling capacity, weighs 75 lbs, and can cool or heat up to 500 square feet of space, close to what some of the best air conditioners offer. The AC employs a dual hose system but doesn’t have a compact hose-in-hose design (read this Whynter ARC-1230WN review if you prefer that).
It operates at 59.5 dB, has a SEER rating of 7.6, and ships with a remote, but there’s no smart app connectivity. Additionally, if you’re seeking systems offering heating and cooling functionality, learn the difference between the VRF vs mini split.
The Whynter ARC-14SH is a portable and versatile air conditioner with an impressive 14000 BTU cooling and 13000 BTU heating ability. It effectively and swiftly cools 500 square feet of space and utilizes a dual-hose system for enhanced cooling performance. But its 59.5 dB noise level, though satisfactory, is louder than two-thirds of our verified, tested products.
There’s a user-friendly remote to control the AC and a standard display with controls, but the missing smartphone app hampers convenience, and its 7.6 SEER rating means this unit isn’t energy efficient. Although the wheels make it easy to move the AC around, it’s heavy, and the shallow handles make it arduous to carry up and down the stairs. The installation can take 10 to 20 minutes, depending on your window’s dimensions.
ReasonS to Buy
Powerful cooling and heating
The Whynter ARC-14SH is a versatile and powerful AC with 14000 BTU cooling and 13000 BTU heating capacity. It can cool spaces up to 500 square feet and also has fan and dehumidifier modes.
User-friendly controls
The AC has simple onboard controls and a remote that is easy to operate.
Reason to Avoid
Satisfactory noise level
Although not disturbingly noisy, the AC is louder than average at 59.5 dB. It ranks louder than two-thirds of products in our certified, tested list.
No smart connectivity
The missing smart connectivity hampers convenience.
Poor energy efficiency
The AC’s 7.6 SEER rating means it consumes more energy than average. For greater energy efficiency, check out this SereneLife SLPAC10 review.
Whynter ARC-14SH Specs
Airflow Rate
253 CFM
App Compatible
No
Auto Shut-Off
No
BTU Cooling Rating
14,000 BTU/hr
Cord Length
6"
Depth
19"
Energy Efficiency Ratio
6.82
Energy Star Certified
No
Form Factor
Portable
Height
35.5"
Integrated Heater
Yes
Max Window Opening Height
60"
Max Window Opening Width
46"
Min Window Opening Height
n/a
Min Window Opening Width
20"
Number Of Cool Settings
3
Number of Fan Speeds
3
Recommended Room Size
500 sq ft
Remote Control
Yes
Sleep Mode
No
Smart App
–
Timer
Yes
Weight
80 lbs
Width
16"
Wireless Connectivity
No
All Specs
Test Results
These are the most important criteria to test for Air Conditioners based on our comprehensive Testing Methodology.
Cooling Speed (minutes per degree)
7.41
Operating Noise (dB)
59.5
Power Draw (kWh)
4.9
Wind Speed (mph)
0
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The Whynter ARC-14SH is a premium, portable air conditioner with cooling, heating, dehumidifying, and fan modes. It has a 14000 BTU cooling capacity, weighs 75…
The Whynter ARC-14SH is a premium, portable air conditioner with cooling, heating, dehumidifying, and fan modes. It has a 14000 BTU cooling capacity, weighs 75 lbs, and can cool or heat up to 500 square feet of space, close to what some of the best air conditioners offer. The AC employs a dual hose system but doesn’t have a compact hose-in-hose design (read this Whynter ARC-1230WN review if you prefer that).
It operates at 59.5 dB, has a SEER rating of 7.6, and ships with a remote, but there’s no smart app connectivity. Additionally, if you’re seeking systems offering heating and cooling functionality, learn the difference between the VRF vs mini split.
The Whynter ARC-14SH and the Whynter ARC-1230WN have a 14000 BTU cooling capacity, but the ARC-14SH has faster cooling speeds and is more versatile thanks…
The Whynter ARC-14SH and the Whynter ARC-1230WN have a 14000 BTU cooling capacity, but the ARC-14SH has faster cooling speeds and is more versatile thanks to the heater functionality. The ARC-14SH costs less but has lower cooling coverage, energy efficiency, and no smart app connectivity. For even faster cooling speeds, check out this Black Deck BPACT14WT review.
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The Whynter ARC-14SH delivers superior cooling (14000 BTU), functionality, and coverage than the SereneLife SLPAC10. But the SLPAC10 is more inexpensive, portable, and energy-efficient. It…
The Whynter ARC-14SH delivers superior cooling (14000 BTU), functionality, and coverage than the SereneLife SLPAC10. But the SLPAC10 is more inexpensive, portable, and energy-efficient. It also weighs a lot less than the ARC-14SH, and its design makes it easy to lift.
