With another heatwave just around the corner in the UK, itâs no wonder weâre all scrambling for ways to stay cool without spending a fortune. Fans are decent, sure â but they just move hot air around. If you're after real relief from the rising temps, you need something with a little more power. Thankfully, Lidl has stepped in with a super affordable option â a portable air conditioner for just ÂŁ149. Yes, really. And yes, it's actually available in stores right now.
The Silvercrest Local Air Conditioner just hit Lidlâs Middle Aisle from 10th July, and unsurprisingly, it's already making waves. Portable air conditioners have been flying off the shelves everywhere lately â and for good reason. Theyâre honestly lifesavers when it comes to surviving the sticky, sleepless summer nights. And this one is no exception.
If you've been hunting online and canât find anything in stock, or everything left is ÂŁ300+, this might be your lucky break. Lidlâs unit isnât just cheap â itâs actually packed with solid features. But hereâs the thing: once theyâre gone, theyâre gone. Middle Aisle stuff doesnât tend to stick around for long â especially not in the middle of a UK heatwave.
The Silvercrest Local Air Conditioner is a 3-in-1 appliance â it cools, dehumidifies, and ventilates. In other words, it doesnât just blow cold-ish air at you â it actually brings the temp down and makes the air feel lighter and fresher.
It delivers 7000 BTU (British Thermal Units) of cooling power, which is ideal for rooms between 30 and 45mÂł â think your average bedroom, small living room, or a home office that turns into a sauna by 2pm. Thatâs the same cooling capacity as many higher-end models costing double or even triple the price.
It also comes with two fan speeds, an oscillating function (so cool air moves around instead of blasting in one spot), and if youâre battling humidity, it can pull up to 1.5L of moisture out of the air in a hot, sticky room (about 30°C with 80% humidity â aka a typical July afternoon in the UK).
<br> The unit also features:âą Soft-touch control panel
âą Remote control (batteries included, bless)
âą 24-hour digital timer
âą Side grips and wheels for easy transport
Whether youâre cooling your bedroom at night or want to roll it into the lounge during the day, itâs super handy.
Honestly? Itâs not a Dyson but honestly, it doesnât need to be. At ÂŁ149, the Lidl unit is less than half the price of most other portable ACs on the market. For example, the Midea 7000 BTU model is currently going for ÂŁ419 on Amazon. Sure, the Midea comes with bells and whistles like Wi-Fi control and the ability to adjust the room temperature remotely from your phone. Handy, yeah - but at the end of the day, itâs still delivering the same 7000 BTU (British Thermal Unit) cooling power as Lidlâs Silvercrest.
Letâs be real: fans help a bit, but they canât actually change the room temperature. Air coolers (like the ones with a water tank) are okay, but they only work well in certain climates. Portable air conditioners are the real MVPs for heatwaves, especially if you live in a flat or canât install a full split system.
This model is plug-in-and-go, doesnât need complicated setup, and can be stashed away once summer is over. Plus, it doesnât require permanent installation â so renters, rejoice.
If you're after an affordable way to stay cool this summer without spending ÂŁ300+ or waiting weeks for delivery - the Lidl air conditioner is a solid shout. It might not be perfect, but it ticks the boxes: functional, compact, and actually available in-store. Just donât wait too long - word is already spreading, and these units wonât be around forever.
