Frigidaire is undeniably one of the most well-known, most respected brands in the HVAC industry. With a brand name that carries some serious weight, a product with the Frigidaire brand instantly will always turn the heads of those well-acquainted with the air conditioning market. With several of their products frequenting the top-spots of reviewer lists across the internet, products such as the Frigidaire FGPC1244T1 (last on this list) have become fan-favourites, with this product in particular currently holding the spot of our top pick for the best portable air conditioner on the market today.
Intrigued? Check out our full review below for more information regarding seven selected units, from one of the best brands out there. Welcome to our Frigidaire Air Conditioner Review.

Frigidaire Air Conditioner Review

Welcome to our Frigidaire Air Conditioner Review. Before we begin, we’d like to provide our readers with a few words of advice, as we understand how confusing the home air conditioning market can be at times. Firstly, if you’re looking for an air conditioner to serve a specific living space, such as a family living room, it is absolute of the utmost importance that you have an idea of the size of the room. When it comes to air conditioners, bigger, or stronger, is not always better. In fact, if you choose an air conditioner of the wrong size, it may not dehumidify properly, nor will it cool the space properly if it is too small for the room. Additionally, if you purchase a unit that is larger than necessary for the room, you will end up spending more money on upkeep costs than you would with a properly sized unit.

 

Frigidaire FFRA0511R1

One of the weakest unit on our Frigidaire Air Conditioner Review list, the Frigidaire FFRA0511R1 brings to the table 5,000 BTUs of cooling power, making it the first entry to our Frigidaire Air Conditioner Review. Thus, this window-mounted home air conditioner is ideal for living spaces of up to 150 square feet, or in other words, small living spaces. However, this device is also capable of removing up to 1.1 pints of moisture from the air per hour with a maximum airflow of up to 136cfm.

 

Efficiency & Certifications

When browsing the home air conditioning market, we advise our readers to consider the efficiency & certifications of a unit to be of paramount importance. With the Frigidaire FFRA0511R1, the user is allowed peace-of-mind in the knowledge that this product will not cost a large amount of money to run. With its high EER, combined with its safety and performance certifications, this unit may be relied upon to function as promised.

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER): 11.1

Energy Star Certified: No

Safety Certification(s): UL-Listed

Performance Certification(s): AHAM

 

Convenience & Design

Unfortunately, when it comes to the Frigidaire FFRA0511R1, a compromise must be made. While this window-mounted unit retails for less than the other units on this list, there is a distinct lack of any major convenience enhancing features that we would usually expect from a Frigidaire unit. That being said, if you seek a basic home air conditioning unit that will provide adequate cooling, without the bells and whistles associated with the more expensive units on the market. The Frigidaire FFRA0511R1 may be the perfect choice for you.

Notable Features: Slide-out anti-bacterial washable mesh filter.

Operational Modes / Functions: N/A

dB Rating: 51.3dB

Weight: 41lbs

Dimensions: 12″ H x 16″ W x 15 1/4″ D

Window Width (Min./Max.): 23″ – 36″

Min. Window Height: 13″

 

Help & Support

As with any purchase, when you invest in a home air conditioner, you want to be guaranteed that you’ll get what you bargained for. However, in the unlikely case that something goes wrong, it helps to have the right people ready to help, and with Frigidaire, the user needn’t worry. With their generous warranty plan, alongside numerous online resources to help you get to grips with your unit, Frigidaire’s customer service provides a safety net for the user, which is a breath of fresh air for those who fear the worst.

Warranty: 1-Year full / 5-Years sealed system warranty.

Support Resources: Customer service agents are contactable via telephone, email, or on social media / A detailed FAQs section alongside downloadable user manual are available on the company’s official website.

 

Verdict

If you’re looking for a unit that will cater to smaller living spaces, and don’t necessarily care for all of the high-tech convenient features of the more expensive units, we would certainly recommend the Frigidaire FFRA0511R1. While not Energy Star certified, this unit will function efficiently, as guaranteed by its high Energy Efficiency Ratio. What this essentially means is that this unit will cost you less to run than most units on the market, in proportion to its cooling output.

 

Interested in the Frigidaire FFRA0511R1? Check out our review of this unit where we go into more detail here >

Frigidaire FFRE0833S1

With a middle-range 8,000 BTU cooling power output, the second place in our Frigidaire Air Conditioner Review goes to the Frigidaire FFRE0833S1 window mounted air conditioner. This unit is suitable for servicing living spaces of up to approximately 350 square feet. Further, with a maximum airflow of 224cfm, this affordable middle-ground conditioner also doubles as a moderate dehumidifier, removing up to 1.7 pints of moisture from the air per hour.

 

Efficiency & Certifications

When selecting a home air conditioning appliance, it’s important to consider its efficiency ratings, and certifications. What these essentially boil down to is how much the unit is going to cost you to run, and what guarantees you have of how the product will perform while operating. The higher the efficiency rating of a unit, the less it will cost you in proportion to its output. Equally as important as the efficiency rating of a unit is its certifications. Ideally, a product will have earned a safety certification that declares it safe for public use, in the case of the Frigidaire FFRE0833S1, the safety certification comes from Underwriters Laboratories, a third-party group of industry-recognised individuals who assess units to determine whether or not they are suitable for public use.

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER): 12

Energy Star Certified: Yes

Safety Certification(s): UL-Listed

Performance Certification(s): AHAM

 

Convenience & Design

Once you have determined what class of air conditioner you require for your living space, then convenience and design come into consideration. The cheapest units on the market will often have little to no features, whereas the upper-range will usually have a reasonable range of features. We would class the Frigidaire FFRE0833S1 as somewhat of a middle-ground unit, boasting several convenience enhancing features that make a considerable difference during operation.

Notable Features: Full function wireless remote control / 24-Hour programmable timer / 8-way directional airflow / tilt-out washable anti-bacterial mesh filter / clean air ionizer.

Operational Modes / Functions: Energy Saver Mode / Auto Mode.

dB Rating: N/A

Weight: 52lbs

Dimensions: 13 7/16″ H x 18 1/2″ W x 17 1/2″D

Window Kit Width (Min./Max.): 23″ – 36″

Min. Window Height: 14″

 

Help & Support

Unfortunately, we live in an uncertain world. Ideally, you would order your air conditioning unit, it would arrive, and work perfectly from the moment you take it out of the box. Although, sometimes things don’t work out that way, and that’s when you need the right people behind you. We always recommend that our readers inform themselves regarding the warranty details of their AC unit. Additionally, it helps to be aware of the support resources available to you, as provided by the manufacturer.

Warranty: 1-Year full / 5-years sealed system warranty.

Support Resources: An extensive FAQs section alongside downloadable owner documents / Representatives for Frigidaire are contactable via telephone, email, or through social media.

 

Verdict

The Frigidaire FFRE0883S1 is the perfect choice for a middle-range home air conditioning unit. Providing just enough BTUs to cool a medium sized living space, alongside enough convenient features for ease of operation, this product is the perfect alternative to the more expensive units on the market. Frigidaire’s trademark  warranty allows a sense of peace-of-mind, while this unit’s certifications proclaim it to be a highly reliable product, certainly worth consideration.

 

Frigidaire FFRE0533S1

Providing up to 5,000 BTUs of cooling power, the Frigidaire FFRE0533S1 window-mounted air conditioner takes up the third slot in our Frigidaire Air Conditioner Review. This model is capable of servicing living spaces of up to 150 square feet, making this unit similar to the first product on this list, in terms of cooling output. Thus, we would recommend this unit for installation in small living spaces. In addition to its cooling capacities, the Frigidaire FFRE0533S1 is also capable of removing up to 1.1 pints of moisture from the air every hour, with a maximum airflow of 190CFM.

 

Efficiency & Certifications

Before considering convenience or design, it is of paramount importance that you check out your unit’s efficiency and certifications. Choosing a unit with high efficiency ratings will save you a hefty sum of cash over time. Further, it is always best to choose a unit with at least one safety certification, as it guarantees that your unit is safe, and so there is minimal risk of any harm coming to you or your loved ones when operating the appliance.

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER): 12.2

Energy Star Certified:  Yes

Safety Certification(s): UL-Listed

Performance Certification(s): AHAM

 

Convenience & Design

While relatively weak with regard to cooling , similar to the first unit on this list, the Frigidaire FFRE0533S1 differs in that it comes with a variety of convenient features built-in. Where the Frigidaire FFRA0511R1 is ideal for those of us who have a small space to cool, and do not care much for bells and whistles, the Frigidaire FFRE0533S1 provides the same amount of cooling power, with standard convenient features included. This unit is the perfect choice if you liked the idea of a smaller, affordable unit, yet you were hesitant to part with the convenient features of other units.

Notable Features: Full Function Wireless remote control / 24-hour programmable / Washable slide-out anti-bacterial.

Operational Modes / Functions: Fan Auto / Energy Saver Mode.

dB Rating: 56dB

Weight: 42lbs

Dimensions: 15″ H x 18 1/16″ W x 17″ D

Window Kit Width (Min./Max.): 23″ – 36″

Min. Window Height: 12″

 

Help & Support

Hopefully you will never have to avail of the support services provided by Frigidaire, however if you find yourself in that unfortunate situation, Frigidaire maintain a fantastic help & support network for their customers. It is always important to be aware of the warranty plan your unit is covered by, and it helps to have a vague knowledge of the resources provided to you online, should you ever need them.

Warranty: 1-Year Full / 5-Years Sealed System.

Support Resources: Frigidaire representatives are contactable via email, telephone, and social media. Additionally, FAQs and downloadable user manuals are available online.

 

Verdict

To sum up the Frigidaire FFRE0533S1, this unit is effectively a scaled down model of one of the more powerful units, in that it has retained the convenient features that we would expect of the larger, more expensive appliances. In short, we recommend this unit for anyone out there with a small room that could use some cooling and minor dehumidifying.

 

For more information regarding the Frigidaire FFRE0533S1, check out our full review here >

 

Frigidaire FGRC0844S1

Providing the user with a respectable 8,000 BTUs of cooling power, the Frigidaire FGRC0844S1 is suitable for servicing living spaces of up to 350 square feet in an average family home, securing the fourth place in our Frigidaire Air Conditioner Review. Additionally, this unit is further capable of removing up to 1.7 pints of moisture from the air per hour. We would class this unit as suitable for a medium sized living space.

 

Efficiency & Certifications

The Frigidaire FGRC0844S1 is an exceptionally efficient home air conditioning unit, with a sky-high EER of 12, it should come as no surprise that this product carries an Energy Star certification. However, in typical Frigidaire fashion, the good news doesn’t stop there. With the UL safety certification, and AHAM performance certification, this unit can safely be relied upon to get the job done with no hiccups or issues.

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER): 12

Energy Star Certified: Yes

Safety Certification(s): UL-listed

Performance Certification(s): AHAM

 

Convenience & Design

It goes without saying that efficient performance and cooling capacity come first, however, we all enjoy the addition of convenient features where possible. If you find yourself seeking user-convenience, you simply cannot go wrong with Frigidaire. The FGRC0844S1 comes with a host of functions and capabilities that place this unit near the top as one of the most convenient window-mounted air conditioners on the market to date.

Notable Features: Full Function wireless remote control / 24-hour timer / 2-way directional air louvers / tilt-out washable anti-bacterial mesh filter / Wi-Fi Enabled.

Operational Modes / Functions: Fan Auto / Energy Saver Mode

dB Rating: 56dB

Weight: 62lbs

Dimensions: 13 7/16″H x 18 1/2″ W x 16″ D

Window Kit Width (Min./Max.): 23″ – 36″

Min. Window Height: 14″

 

Help & Support

When investing in any home appliance, it’s reasonable to want to get the best out of your purchase. There is nothing more disappointing than bringing home an air conditioning unit only to find that it performs far louder than you anticipated, or in a worst case scenario, doesn’t function at all! In times like those, you need the right people behind you. Frigidaire maintains numerous resources online for their users, as well as a dedicated customer service line that we recommend contacting in the unlikely case that you run into any issues with your unit.

Warranty: 1-Year Full / 5-Years Sealed System Warranty.

Support Resources: Customer service representatives are contactable via email, telephone, or social media / In-depth FAQs section and downloadable user literature on the official Frigidaire company website.

 

Verdict

The Frigidaire FGRC0844S1 window-mounted is a highly-efficient, sleek alternative to other window-mounts on the market. Providing the user with a refined, effective cooling performance, this unit has it all; the performance, the certifications, and the looks. We would certainly recommend this unit to anyone whose living space size falls within the range of this model.

 

If you’re intrigued by the elegance and and refined performance of the Frigidaire FGRC0844S1? Check out our full review here >

 

Frigidaire FFPA1222T1

With a cooling capacity of 12,000 BTUs, the Frigidaire FFPA1222T1 is perfectly suitable for installation in living spaces of up to 550 square feet. This makes the Frigidaire FFPA1222T1 perfect for medium-large living spaces, a worthy occupant of the fifth slot in our Firgidaire Air Conditioner Review. Additionally, with a maximum airflow of 497CFM, this unit is capable of removing up to 3.1 pints of moisture from the air per hour, effectively doubling as an efficient dehumidifier.

 

Efficiency & Certifications

Unfortunately, this unit suffers slightly in the efficiency department. With the industry’s average EER standing at 9.7, this unit is significantly below average. While 8.9 is not necessarily a bad rating, we would have preferred if Frigidaire pulled it over the average mark at the least. On certifications, the Frigidaire FFPA1222T1 has earned itself both a safety and performance certification, which is enough.

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER): 8.9

Energy Star Certified: No

Safety Certification(s): UL-Listed

Performance Certification(s): ASHRAE

 

Convenience & Design

With talk of efficiency and certifications out the way, no we will be taking a brief look at the unit’s convenience and design. One glaring aspect of this unit’s design that differentiates itself from the other Frigidaire products we have covered thus far, is that it is portable. The unit itself has been mounted on caster wheels, in order to make movement around the house as easy as possible.

Notable Features: Full Function Wireless Remote Control / 24-Hour Timer / Caster Wheels.

Operational Modes / Functions: Auto Mode / Sleep Mode / Dry Mode.

dB Rating: 53.6dB

Weight: 71lbs

Dimensions: 30 1/8″ H x 18 5/16″ W x 15 5/8″ D

 

Help & Support

In the unfortunate scenario that you are forced to avail of Frigidaire’s customer support, you can rest assured that you are in good hands. Frigidaire’s signature industry leading warranty plan is exceptionally useful if you encounter issues with your unit down the line. We always advise our readers to inform themselves about company warranty policies prior to purchase. We also recommend becoming familiar with how to use the Frigidaire online support centre,

Warranty: 1-Year full / 5-Years sealed system warranty.

Support Resources: Customer support agents contactable via telephone, email, and social media / An in-depth FAQs section alongside downloadable user documents available on the official Frigidaire website.

 

Verdict

The Frigidaire FFPA1222T1 is the ideal product for moving from room to room. Its easy-roll caster wheels make transportation a breeze, while its BTU output make it perfectly suitable for most rooms in a typical family home. With its range of convenient features, this unit is user accessible, and the perfect addition to a contemporary living space, ahead of the sweltering Summer months.

 

Does the portability and range of convenient operational modes of the Frigidaire FFPA1222T1 grab your interest? You can find our team’s full review here >

 

Frigidaire FFRS1022R1

Filling the sixth slot on our Frigidaire Air Conditioner Review, and providing an impressive 10,000 BTUs of cooling power, the Frigidaire FFRS1022R1 window-mounted AC is the perfect choice for medium sized living spaces of up to 450 square feet. Not only that, but this unit is a highly effective dehumidifier, removing a whopping 3.4 pints of moisture from the air in an hour alone. If you live in a hot & humid environment, you cannot afford to miss this one.

 

Efficiency & Certifications

When considering a unit, one must always check the efficiency and certifications ratings of the unit. With the industry average EER standing at 9.7, this unit has earned itself a significantly above average score, declaring it to be a highly-efficient product. This means that the Frigidaire FFRS1022R1 will save you quite the sum on your upkeep bills. In addition, this unit benefits from a UL and AHAM certification, which is always welcome. Unfortunately this unit does not come Energy Star certified, which admittedly surprised us because of the unit’s above average EER, however by taking the Frigidaire FFRS1022R1’s EER alone, we can guarantee that this unit is indeed a cost-effective and efficient appliance.

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER): 10.4

Energy Star Certified:  No

Safety Certification(s): UL-Listed

Performance Certification(s): AHAM

 

Convenience & Design

When it comes to convenient features and design, this unit certainly knows how to impress. Carrying all of the operational modes that we love to see in a home air conditioner, this user-friendly unit is definitely one to consider if you’re looking for ease of use.

Notable Features: Full function wireless remote control / 24-hour timer / 4-way directional airflow / slide-out removable anti-bacterial washable filter.

Operational Modes / Functions: Energy Saver Mode / Auto Mode /  Sleep Mode.

dB Rating: 61dB

Weight: 72lbs

Dimensions: 20 1/4″ H x 14 1/5″ W x 23 1/2″ D

Window Width: 15 1/2″

Window Height: 21 1/2″ – 40″

 

Help & Support

As we’ve mentioned before, however unlikely it may be, the time may come where you will encounter issues with your unit, and in such circumstances, you’re going to want the best people to have your back. Frigidaire’s commitment to their customers is evident in the extensive range of customer services they provide through their company website, and in their industry leading signature warranty. If your unit breaks down, you can take our word for, as a Frigidaire customer, you won’t be alone.

Warranty: 1-Year full / 5-Years sealed system warranty.

Support Resources: Downloadable user manuals and extensive FAQs on the Frigidaire official website / dedicated support representatives contactable via email, telephone, or social media.

 

Verdict

A powerful window-mounted air conditioner, the Frigidaire FFRS1022R1 is certainly an excellent choice of home AC unit. With its range of convenient features and high-performing specifications, we would recommend this unit to anyone looking for a robust and user-friendly unit that will effectively get the job done.

 

Does the Frigidaire FFRS1022R1 window-mount seem like the perfect fit for your home? Have a look at our full review of this product here >

 

 

Frigidaire FGPC1244T1

Taking the top-spot in our Frigidaire Air Conditioner, the Frigidaire FGPC1244T1 is our top choice for portable air conditioners currently on the market. Combining sleek design, with high performance, this unit is surely an all-rounder, and we would recommend this bar-raising unit to anyone with a suitable living environment, willing to meet the asking price. Providing an impressive 12,000 BTUs of cooling power, this robust and sleek model will effectively service an area of up to 550 square feet. Furthermore, with a maximum airflow of 200CFM, the Frigidaire FGPC1244T1 will effectively remove up to 3 pints of moisture from the air each hour.

 

Efficiency & Certifications

Concerning efficiency and certifications, the Frigidaire FGPC1244T1 benefits from a well above-average EER score. However, unfortunately it does not come with an Energy Star certification. With a UL-Listing, you can rest assured that this unit is safe for public use, while not containing any harmful substances (RoHS Compliance).

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER): 11

Energy Star Certified: No

Safety Certification(s): UL-Listed, RoHS Compliant.

Performance Certification(s): N/A

 

Convenience & Design

Where the Frigidaire FGPC1244T1 really shines is in its convenience. To put it simply, this portable unit benefits from a formidable host of user-friendly features. Frigidaire went all in with this unit, including all of the features we would be accustomed with, such as the wireless remote, and 24-hour timer, while also including some rare features that we do not often come across, such as the oscillating louvers that ensure even air distribution, being Wi-Fi enabled, and the auto evaporative system.

Notable Features: Full Function Wireless Remote Control / 24-Hour timer / Auto Evaporative System / Oscillating Louvers / Multiple Fan Speeds / Easy-roll Caster Wheels / Wi-Fi Enabled for Home Automation.

Operational Modes / Functions: Sleep Mode / Dehumidify Only / Sleep Mode / Auto Restart.

dB Rating: 53dB

Weight: 70.5lbs

Dimensions:  36.8″ H x 12.6″ W x 12.6″ D

Vent Hose Length: 4.92ft

Max Window Size: 44.1″

 

Help & Support

There’s nothing worse than taking a unit home, expecting it to function properly, and then running into a unit-breaking issue. In the unlikely case of this happening with the Frigidaire FGPC1244T1, the user needn’t worry, as Frigidaire’s refined customer service network, and industry-leading signature warranty is there to break the fall.

Warranty: 1-Year full / 5-Years sealed system warranty.

Support Resources: Experienced customer service representatives contactable via email, telephone, or social media / In-depth FAQs section alongside downloadable user documents on the official Frigidaire company website.

 

Verdict

To sum up the Frigidaire FGPC1244T1, if you’re looking for an excellent all-rounder unit, then you’ve found it. There is no aspect of this device that has not been refined to near-perfection. While it may be a tad on the heavy side, its easy-roll caster wheels effectively counteract this issue. High-performing, efficient, and convenient, the Frigidaire FGPC1244T1 is our top pick for best portable air conditioner on the market today.

 

Curious to see why the Frigidaire FGPC1244T1 has taken the industry by storm? Check out our review of this market-shaking portable air conditioner here >