DeLonghi Pinguino PAC EL98 Review

The De'Longhi Pinguino PACEL98 is a 2-in-1 air conditioner and dehumidifier with numerous features and accessories. It has a stylish design, as to be expected from De'Longhi, with a compact shape and a high level of mobility. We particularly like its high cooling power and its impressive moisture extraction rate of up to 36 litres per day (depending on the humidity of the room). The unit is ideal for use all year around, whether on hot summer days or on cold/wet wintry days.

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The De'Longhi Pinguino PACEL98 has three fan speeds with varying levels of noise and air flow (more detail on that below). We like its easy to read display which shows the machine's current settings. We also like intuitive soft touch control panel, as well as the included remote control which lets you control the unit from across the room or on the sofa. The unit comes with a 1.2 metre long hose with a 13cm diameter.

About De'Longhi

De'Longhi are a brand of home and kitchen products/appliances. Their range includes a large number of air conditioners, dehumidifiers, kettles, toasters, deep fryers, and various coffee makers/machines. They're a global brand with a reputation for stylish and well designed products.

Specification

The features are as follows:

• Suitability - The De'Longhi Pinguino PACEL98 is a 2-in-1 air conditioner and dehumidifier. It's suitable for kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, utility rooms, garages, conservatories, etc. It's designed to cover rooms up to 100 cubic metres in size.
• Dehumidifier - The unit has a dehumidifier function which, depending on the current room's humidity, is capable of extracting up to 1.5 litres of water per hour (36 litres per day).
• Three Fan Speeds - The fan has three different speeds, each of which balance effectiveness with quietness. On the low speed, the air flow is 250 cubic metres per hour. On the medium speed, the air flow is 310 cubic metres per hour. On the high speed, the air flow is 350 cubic metres per hour.
• Energy Efficiency - The unit has an A rating for energy efficiency. Its cooling power is 10700BTU (British Thermal Units) per hour.
• Display / Controls - The appliance has a clear and easy to read digital display which shows the current temperature as well as which functions are set. The controls are soft touch and intuitive to use. The unit also comes with a remote control.
• Portability - The De'Longhi Pinguino PACEL98 is a lightweight and compact appliance which, together with its four easy-roll castor wheels, makes it easy to move around the house. You can therefore enjoy its benefits as you move from room to room.
• Hose - A hose is included with the appliance. It measures 1.5 metres in length and has a 13cm diameter.
• Measurements - The unit measures 45cm x 41cm x 75cm.

Summary

Overall, the De'Longhi Pinguino PACEL98 is an effective appliance, both as an air conditioner and in dehumidifier mode. We like its compact, portable and stylish design, as well as its high level of functionality. Our favourite features are its high cooling power of 10700BTU per hour, its impressive moisture extraction rate of up to 36 litres per day and its three fan speeds. We rate the De'Longhi Pinguino PACEL98 Silent Air Conditioner 4 out of 5 stars.

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