Having just escaped the sweaty embrace of one heatwave, already another is on the horizon, which is why I’m using this week to ensure I have all the cooling solutions I need in place. And Aldi’s new portable cooling range is making this so easy.
I’m sure you’re probably already well aware that the best portable air conditioners and some of the best fans have pretty much sold out everywhere, with many brands not restocking until later this month.
While there are still air coolers available on Amazon, what attracted me to Aldi’s range is the incredibly affordable prices and small but mighty nature. Perfect for home working, spaces and taking on the go, here’s everything you need to know about Aldi’s new cooling range.
AMBIANO
Portable Air Cooler With Led
I can’t get over how affordable this air cooler is. It’s such a bargain, that I will definitely be picking one up to see how it works.
XTTANK
1200ml Portable Air Conditioner With Remote Control
This is the air cooler I was planning on buying while the best portable AC’s are out of stock. Its large tank offers six to eight hours of usage, and it has three speeds and three mist modes. Reviews say it is quiet and effective.
As someone who is both short on space (I have a small, one-bed flat) and works from home a lot, let me tell you the past heatwave was genuinely horrific. It reached 36 degrees inside, making both working and sleeping a near-impossible task.
My singular tower fan sadly wasn’t up to the job of keeping me cool, which is why I’ve vowed to buy an air conditioner as soon as they come back into stock. In the meantime, I’m torn between buying Aldi’s £14.99 Air Cooler and the XTTANK Portable Air Conditioner (£56.55, Amazon) to keep me cool.
As I’m not blessed with space, bulky appliances and tall pedestal fans are a bit of an inconvenience. Yet, Aldi’s air cooler is compact enough to sit on my desk. Available in three different blue colourways, it is compact and stylish, and most importantly, won’t take up loads of space.
The air cooler has three speed levels and built-in LED motion and colour-changing modes. It has a removable water tank and can be used both indoors and outdoors. For the same reason, we love the Shark HydroGo Misting Fan (it’s portable); this air cooler is great for taking on the go, whether that’s relaxing on your patio, taking to a BBQ or even on a camping trip.
Also up for grabs is the Globe Fan with Multi-direction (£39.99), which is very similar to the Meaco 1056 Desk Fan (£100, Argos). This Aldi fan has three modes: natural wind, sleep and drying mode, 10 speed settings, and claims to circulate a cold breeze throughout your entire room. You can also set it to a timer for up to eight hours. While the Meaco fan has almost 500 glowing reviews, it is currently out of stock – so it might be a good idea to test out Aldi’s desk fan.
Alternatively, here are a few more well-rated, in-stock cooling products to buy before the heat hits again.
Midea
Midea 7l 3-In-1 Air Cooler
This air cooler’s massive 7L water tank and included ice packs means itprovides rapid cooling quickly and quietly when the heatwave hits. Reviews not it doesn’t take up too much space, as well as wprking effectively.
Duux
Duux Mist Air Cooler
While a little bulkier, this model is perfect for cooling open plan areas or even patios thanks to it’s huge 5.5L water tank. It has a night mode, three different speeds and a has a timer which you can set between 1-9 hours.
Honeywell
Honeywell Turboforce Power Fan
Ideal for working from home, this fan won’t take up much room on your desk yet offers a powerful blast of cool air. Reviews praise this Amazon bestseller for its compact size and powerful cooling performance.
If heatwaves past are continuing to haunt your memory, Aldi’s affordable cooling range could be exactly what you need to prepare you for the next one.
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