AC<\/a> and adjust the temperature so it\u2019s cool before I even walk through the door. I\u2019ve used it in three very different rooms throughout my home: It kept all three cool, and my electricity bills haven\u2019t taken the hit I expected.<\/p>\nHow I Tested<\/p>\n
I\u2019ve been running the LG LP1022FVSM in different rooms throughout my home to test how it adapts to different conditions. My living and dining area is a large open space with large picture windows that turn it into a heat trap on sunny afternoons even with the curtains closed. My office, a midsized room, is where I spend most of my working hours. I\u2019ve also set it up in my bedroom for overnight duty. I also tested the ThinQ app controls, the remote, sleep mode, fan-only mode, and dry mode.<\/p>\n
Setup Is Easy<\/p>\n
\u201cEasy installation\u201d on a product box often means \u201cnot a nightmare, but still annoying.\u201d But the LP1022FVSM is genuinely simple to set up. The unit was effectively plug-and-play right out of the box. LG includes foam weather stripping, and setting it up for the first time took me maybe 10 minutes. The exhaust hose connects securely, the window slider adapters fit snugly into the back of the unit for storage, and the unit was blowing cold air almost immediately.<\/p>\n
Moving it from room to room is straightforward, too. It\u2019s not a lightweight machine\u2014at 69 pounds, it takes a little shove to get it going\u2014but the multi-directional casters roll smoothly (similar to a rolling suitcase), and the handles are deep and well-placed for maneuvering down the hall and through doorways.<\/p>\n
One Unit, Three Very Different Rooms<\/p>\n
The easy ability to move this unit from room to room has changed how I think about cooling the house. I don\u2019t have to wish we had central air or buy multiple portable units. When we\u2019re together in the living room, the AC goes there. When I\u2019m working, it comes to the office. At night, I roll it into the bedroom.<\/p>\n
Each room is a different size and has different cooling demands, and this LG air conditioner handles all of them easily. The four fan speeds lend flexibility\u2014a lower setting is plenty for my office, sleep mode is just right for the bedroom, and the larger living room needs a higher output. I also love how the auto-swing vent distributes air evenly across the room, which cuts down on the cold-zone\/hot-spot problem that plagues a lot of portable units.<\/p>\n
The dual inverter makes the LP1022FVSM especially good at adapting to different spaces. Instead of running at full blast, shutting off, and then kicking back on to run at full blast again\u2014all the while making distracting clunking noises\u2014the compressor modulates its speed to match the cooling demand. And even if you leave it in a single space, that efficiency translates to a smaller electric bill, without compromising on consistent cooling.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s Quieter Than Other Portable ACs<\/p>\n
This was the biggest game changer for me. On its highest setting, the LP1022FVSM is noticeably quieter than my old portable unit on its best day. In sleep mode, it drops to around 44 decibels\u2014imagine the sound level of a quiet library. The inverter compressor doesn\u2019t cycle on and off with that jarring startup noise you get from conventional portable ACs. It simply runs, steadily and smoothly, in the background.<\/p>\n
In my office, especially, that near-silence makes a world of difference. I can make calls, concentrate on the task at hand, and work\u2014no sweat\u2014without even thinking about the air conditioner.<\/p>\n
Having an AC App Is More Useful Than You Think<\/p>\n
Smart home features on appliances can feel gimmicky, but the ThinQ app is surprisingly useful. Because I live in a mountain climate where mornings are cool and afternoons heat up fast, I don\u2019t want to leave the AC running all day\u2014especially while I\u2019m out. With the app, I can turn it on from my phone on the way home so the living room is cool when I walk in. That alone makes the app worth using.<\/p>\n
Beyond acting as a simple remote control, the app allows me to monitor energy use, check the filter status, run diagnostics, and even access the product manual. The remote is also nice for quick in-room adjustments, and its big buttons make it simple to operate even for people who aren\u2019t as tech-savvy.<\/p>\n
It also goes a long way to mitigating my biggest issue with the AC: its onboard display. Tucked behind the vent, you can\u2019t check it at a glance, and it can be hard to read depending on how you position the unit. Luckily, with the app, it\u2019s a non-issue. You rarely need to check or change any settings on the AC because the app is always in your pocket.<\/p>\n
A Few Things to Know Before You Buy<\/p>\n
This is a larger air conditioner unit, and while the clean white design is sleek enough to fit into most rooms without standing out awkwardly, it does take up floor space\u2014especially with the exhaust hose running to the window.<\/p>\n
The electrical cord is about four feet long and the exhaust hose is 67 inches at max extension, so there are limits to how far you can position it from the outlet and window. For most setups that\u2019s plenty, but measure your layout if you have an unconventional window placement.<\/p>\n
For anyone in a humid region, the dry-mode dehumidification function removes moisture from the air independently of cooling mode to make warm, muggy days far more tolerable. Or use it in fan mode to circulate room-temperature air. The oscillating auto-swing feature moves air around the room, or sets it to blow in the direction you prefer.<\/p>\n
Should You Buy the LG LP1022FVSM Portable Air Conditioner?<\/p>\n
The LG LP1022FVSM is the best portable AC I\u2019ve tried, and it\u2019s earned a permanent but movable place in my home during summer months. The dual inverter technology delivers on its promises\u2014quieter operation, better energy efficiency, and more consistent cooling than conventional portable units.<\/p>\n
The ThinQ app is useful and convenient. And the freedom to roll it from room to room instead of investing in a second portable unit to cover the same square footage is a real plus. All in all, this air conditioner really stands out from the competition. For homeowners or renters who want great performance, smart controls, and the flexibility to take cool air wherever they need it most, this is the one to buy.<\/p>\n
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