Best Evaporative Air Coolers in the UK

Right off the bat, the Igenix air cooler acts perfectly as a humidifier, air cooler, and an air cleaner. This fairly light model from the said company weighs only 6.45 kg, which makes it quite easy to carry around the house or office if need be. Moreover, the cooler features 4 cast transportation wheels so you can easily roll it across the room while a carry handle on the top will let you move it between the rooms without a hassle.

Although this model will not be able to make the whole room cold as an air conditioning system, the cold air that it produces will be more than enough to make the overall air around you cooler and more humidified. On top of that, the combination of cold water and ice packs that you can put inside the device will definitely make the surrounding space more comfortable to be in.

The model also has a variety of different features. For instance, there are 3 different speed settings that make this air cooler suitable for all kinds of different situations. The normal mode provides a steady wind to consistently maintain a comfy atmosphere. As for the natural and sleep breeze modes, the first can be used to cool the room in mere minutes, while the latter creates a light nighttime breeze in case you want the cooler to operate while you sleep. Meanwhile, the humidifier mode will help you in terms of normalising the dry indoor microclimate. On top of that, the oscillating function allows the device to evenly distribute both cold and humid air.

If you don't have an air conditioner or centralised HVAC system, once the outdoor air temperature gets closer to heat points, you start looking for the options how to normalise the microclimate indoors to avoid stuffiness. In this situation, many people choose an air cooler due to its portability, ease of use, and functionality. If you still don’t have one or need an extra appliance, we strongly recommend turning your eyes to the Signature evaporative air cooler. As compared to other models on the market, it has something more to offer. See for yourself.

First things first, you’ll get a functional and high-performing air cooler to create a comfy chill in the area up to 30 sq.m. Three speed settings including a sleep mode will let you adjust the air flow intensity to your liking and keep the unit operating even at night. Meanwhile, an oscillation function ensures efficient air circulation and better cool air distribution around the space to achieve the desired coolness almost in an instant. Unlike many air conditioners that dry the air, the Signature will not only help you cool down the indoor environment but also humidify and purify it. Equipped with a water circulation system and a washable filter, it will infuse healthy moist into the air and keep unwanted dust and allergens at bay. And a 6.5L water tank will save you the need to refill it too often.

In addition to the above-mentioned functions, the Signature provides one extra function that you won’t find in many other models, that is a heating function with two variable airflow speeds. Used as a heater on those cooler days and nights, the appliance can cover the same 30 sq.m and an oscillation option again makes it an efficient heater as well.

The oscillating model from Benross is perhaps one of the most basic models out there since the manufacturers clearly tried to keep the interface of the device as simple as possible. For instance, the appliance features your standard switches and dials on the top panel for switching between the cooling, swing, and fan modes. What is more, the fan has an oscillating function that helps when it comes to even air distribution. Very easy in use, mechanical controls might seem somewhat outdated. Yet, the benefit this simplicity brings is that you won't have to select your preferred settings every time you turn the unit on since all the dials will remain where they were.

Despite the seemingly light weight of the device, it can be quite heavy when its 7 L tank is full of water. On the other hand, consuming around 0.45 litres per hour, the unit will operate for hours without the need for a refill. The tank with this sort of capacity will allow you to leave the model on for more than 15 hours before you will have to pour some water into it. You can't but agree that all this makes heavy weight a minor disadvantage.

Similar to other models, the Benross air cooler has a timer feature that can be used to pre-cool the room during the hot days. That being said, the timer offers an autonomous runtime of 1 hour that will be more than enough to make a small room several degrees cooler. Although this model can be rather bulky for some people, it is extremely reliable in terms of cooling small housings and offices and doesn't have many rivals in terms of long-lasting continuous operation.

What makes a good air cooler? Well, most of all, it has to be effective, easy to use, and not too much of a pain to maintain. On that note, unlike other similar models, the Viento Medium from MYLEK has a fairly convenient user interface with a large LCD display and a set of buttons instead of your usual dial handles. Additionally, the device comes with a remote control, which is surprising considering the price range that it occupies. The remote control that works even from 10 metres away will come in handy if you need to change the cooling mode or the fan speed while doing other things.

In addition to the great capabilities of the fan, the appliance also features a swing function that takes no time to evenly cool a particularly large area. The only drawback of this model is that it can get quite noisy when operated at the maximum airflow speed, so, we would recommend turning the device off during the night time.

The air filter can be conveniently disassembled and washed when you need it. Although you can use the tap water in order to make the room more humidified, we strongly recommend using filtered or distilled water since it will be easier to clean the air filter and the evaporator. On top of that, about 90% of the liquid will turn into the air you breathe, meaning that using clean water will improve your health and your general well-being.

Just like we get a personal heater for spot heating, why can’t we get a personal air cooler that will give us a chance to cool a smaller room or some smaller area and save the need to waste the energy with the air conditioner? This is where the Prem-I-Air will come into play.

The LEUKKALG11107 is perhaps one of the most efficient mini air coolers out there. Despite its modest dimensions, the device is capable of effectively cooling small to medium rooms in less than an hour consuming minimum power. Three adjustable speed settings will let you customise airflow to your personal needs and preferences. A swing function is also included to ensure more efficient cool air circulation for quicker and better cooling. And you can choose a humidification mode to normalise the air moisture level up to a healthy mark.

The particular model comes with two reusable ice packs that are basically two plastic bottles of water made of sturdy plastic. Hence, each time the unit runs out of ice, you can simply refill the containers and put them in the freezer to use them again. The combination of ice packs and water makes the air both cool and humid, which significantly drops the temperature indoors.

As for the other parts, we would like to point out that the air filter can get dirty over time and, unfortunately, there is no way to clean it manually. Thus, we recommend purchasing a replaceable filter from the manufacturer in advance if you intend to use the device for more than a few months.

Weighing only 5 kg and more compact in dimensions than many competitor models, this cooler is a real find for cramped areas and smaller premises. It will easily find its place somewhere in the corner or near the window without cluttering the whole space. And if necessary, you can effortlessly carry it wherever you need.