Shinco SPF1-12C

Last updated: October 22, 2026

Shinco SPF1-12C

3.2/5#7 of 13 in portable air conditioners
3.2

A budget portable for a bedroom or small living room when price is the priority.

7,500 BTUCooling
450 sq ftRoom size
1 yearsWarranty

Check price at Amazon$289.99

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Pros

One of the cheapest 7,500 BTU SACC portables
Self-evaporating, so little tank emptying
Remote and 24-hour timer

Cons

No Wi-Fi
Single hose, no inverter
No published noise or efficiency figures

How it scores

The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.

Value $38.67 per 1,000 BTU (SACC)86
Efficiency efficiency not certified (neutral score used)50
Quiet noise not published (neutral score used)50
Inverter & app fixed-speed compressor, no app0
Warranty 1-year warranty0

Specifications

Cooling
Model number	SPF1-12C
Type	Portable, single hose
Certified capacity	7,500 BTU
ASHRAE rating (95 °F)	12,000 BTU
Room size (maker)	450 sq ft
Inverter compressor	No
Heat	No
Controls and fit
Remote	Yes
Drain	self-evaporating
Dimensions	32.7 x 17.4 x 13.4 in
Weight	56.2 lb
Warranty	1 years

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