Best Premium Mid-Range
De'Longhi
De'Longhi Pinguino PAC EL112 CST
9.2/ 10
Amazon: 4.3★ from 2,400 ratings
£529.99
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Key features
- 11,000 BTU cooling capacity (rooms up to 29m²)
- A+ energy efficiency rating
- Eco Real Feel Technology
- Cool Surround Technology with remote sensor
- Silent Technology — 47–50 dB
- Dehumidification up to 41L/24h
- 24-hour timer
- R290 refrigerant
Our verdict
The Pinguino EL112 CST is De'Longhi’s flagship portable unit, and it earns its premium price with genuinely clever technology. Eco Real Feel monitors both temperature and humidity to maintain comfort while cutting energy use by up to 30%. Cool Surround Technology uses a remote sensor to track conditions where you’re actually sitting, not just at the unit. At 11,000 BTU with an A+ efficiency rating, it cools rooms up to 29m² comfortably. It’s also one of the quieter high-capacity units available, with Silent Technology keeping noise down to 47–50 dB. The trade-off is the price and the weight — at 33kg it’s not something you’ll casually wheel between floors.
Pros
- ✓Excellent cooling with intelligent climate control
- ✓A+ efficiency — the most energy-efficient here
- ✓Genuinely quiet for a high-capacity unit
- ✓Powerful dehumidification mode
- ✓Premium build quality from a trusted brand
Cons
- ✗Expensive
- ✗Very heavy at 33kg
- ✗No smart app or Wi-Fi
- ✗Large footprint
