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The Windmill AC 8000 is a user-friendly mid-range window AC that quickly and effectively cools compact home offices and bedrooms and facilitates a quiet sleep environment. However, its low SEER rating reduces its energy efficiency.
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Product Snapshot
Overview
The mid-range Windmill AC 8000 is a window air conditioner with cooling and fan modes. Its 8,000 BTU power capacity cools rooms up to 350 square feet, and you can adjust the mode, fan speed, timer, and temperature settings on the control panel with the included remote. It also has a readout displaying temperature and mode and operates at a 52.5 dB noise level.
Like the best air conditioners, it connects to voice assistants (Alexa and Google Assistant) and integrates with the Windmill app. Additionally, it packs an activated carbon and antimicrobial-protected mesh and an eco-friendly R-32 refrigerant.
The Windmill AC 8000 is a window AC with cooling and fan functions that efficiently cools compact 350 square spaces with its 8000 BTU power capacity and sports a stylish design. It has three fan speeds, and its 52.5 dB noise level facilitates a quieter environment for sleep in bedrooms, ranking among the top three ACs in our verified, tested list.
The readout displays the WiFi status, current/set temperature, and mode, and the user-friendly control panel has responsive buttons to tweak the temperature, mode, fan, speed, and power. You can also adjust these settings with the included remote. This smart unit enables voice/app integration for hands-free control, and its installation is relatively quick and straightforward. That said, its 6.3 SEER rating won’t result in high-cost savings.
ReasonS to Buy
Moderate cooling capacity
The Windmill AC 8000’s low 8000 BTU capacity effectively cools small studio apartments, bedrooms, and home workspaces, and the unit has four fan speeds.
Its relatively quiet 52.5 dB operation makes it perfect for creating peaceful sleep environments in bedrooms and hosting home office meetings. It ranks third best among our certified, tested air conditioners.
User-friendly controls
The LED readout displays the WiFi status, current and set temperature, and mode, and you can adjust the temperature, mode, fan, speed, and power with responsive buttons on the top right. The 4-button remote lets you control the settings from a distance.
Since this model is WiFi-enabled, it works with Alexa and Google Assistant for seamless control and integrates with the intuitive Windmill app, allowing you to create cooling schedules.
Reason to Avoid
Low energy efficiency
Its low 6.2 SEER rating for a window AC unit indicates comparatively less energy efficiency and minimal cost savings. For an energy-efficient model, read our Hisense 10000-BTU Window AC review.
Windmill AC 8000 Specs
Airflow Rate
200 CFM
App Compatible
Yes
Auto Shut-Off
Yes
BTU Cooling Rating
8,000 BTU
Cord Length
6 ft
Depth
19"
Energy Efficiency Ratio
11.7
Energy Star Certified
Yes
Form Factor
Window
Height
12"
Integrated Heater
No
Max Window Opening Height
14"
Max Window Opening Width
37"
Min Window Opening Height
13"
Min Window Opening Width
23"
Number Of Cool Settings
3
Number of Fan Speeds
3
Recommended Room Size
350 sq ft
Remote Control
Yes
Sleep Mode
Yes
Timer
No
Weight
70 lbs
Width
18"
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi
All Specs
Test Results
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Cooling Speed (minutes per degree)
3.75
Operating Noise (dB)
52.5
Power Draw (kWh)
0
Wind Speed (mph)
0
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The mid-range Windmill AC 8000 is a window air conditioner with cooling and fan modes. Its 8,000 BTU power capacity cools rooms up to 350…
The mid-range Windmill AC 8000 is a window air conditioner with cooling and fan modes. Its 8,000 BTU power capacity cools rooms up to 350 square feet, and you can adjust the mode, fan speed, timer, and temperature settings on the control panel with the included remote. It also has a readout displaying temperature and mode and operates at a 52.5 dB noise level.
Like the best air conditioners, it connects to voice assistants (Alexa and Google Assistant) and integrates with the Windmill app. Additionally, it packs an activated carbon and antimicrobial-protected mesh and an eco-friendly R-32 refrigerant.
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