Rooms within the manufacturer-published 16–23 m² range where Wi-Fi control and a documented full venting kit are useful, provided the room calculation and a safe outdoor exhaust route support the choice.
Source-checked product information
Midea Premium 12000 BTU Wi-Fi Portable Air Conditioner
Model MPPFB1-12CRN7. Specification verified 28/08/2026.
12,000 BTU/h50–53 dB1,600 watts
Official manufacturer image · source logged
Who this model may suit—and the main trade-off
The compressor remains in the room. Compare the published 50–53 dB sound evidence, window fit and hose route before treating the BTU rating as a complete answer.
Regular quieter cooling or several rooms matter more than portability; compare a professionally designed split system before buying multiple portable units.
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Information checked28/08/2026Manufacturer and retailer sources where available
Cooling12,000 BTU/h
PriceNo recorded price
Rated input1600 W
Noise50–53 dB
Room16–23 m²
Heating technologyCooling onlyDirectly comparable
Output per rated watt is a simple derived comparison from the published cooling output and maximum rated input. It is not a seasonal-efficiency score or a laboratory test result.
HEAT MODE CHECKCooling only
The verified source record does not claim a heating mode.
Directly comparable: The same defined field is present in the verified product record.How we compare this model
Portable-v1.0 compares verified specifications against fixed portable-air-conditioner category benchmarks. The internal comparison covers output per rated watt (35), maximum noise (25), weight (15), warranty (10) and verified features (15).
Capacity itself earns no points because the right BTU depends on your room. This is not an efficiency label, product review or laboratory test, and it does not include price or affiliate value.
ROOM FIT CHECK
Will this exact model work in your room?
Check capacity, exhaust-window practicality, published sound and a maximum-input electricity scenario together before opening a retailer.
Product information and documents
What to know about the Midea MPPFB1-12CRN7
CoolCompare has organised the manufacturer-published information below. It is not a hands-on review or a laboratory result.
A 12,000 BTU portable air conditioner with Wi-Fi, app and voice control, dehumidifying and sleep modes, three fan speeds and an included window and exhaust kit.
Midea publishes 12,000 BTU / 3.5 kW cooling for model MPPFB1-12CRN7. Its technical sheet distinguishes 1,600 W rated input from 1,350 W cooling input, and gives 50, 51 and 53 dB(A) indoor sound-pressure values across the three fan speeds. The model-specific energy label separately states 63 dB(A) sound power; those quantities are not merged. Manufacturer room guidance is 16–23 m². Product dimensions are 775 × 458 × 373 mm and net weight is 31.2 kg; larger figures on the storefront page describe packaging and gross weight and are not used as product specifications. The manufacturer page documents Wi-Fi/app control, voice commands through Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, dehumidifying and sleep functions. The reviewed sources also document a window kit, 1.5 m exhaust hose, drain hose, remote control and three-year warranty. No live price or stock is claimed.
Nominal cooling3.5 kW12,000 BTU/h
Cooling energy classACheck the current energy label
Published EER2.6Declared test value
Features and practical meaning
12,000 BTU/h cooling
Published cooling capacity. Use the room-fit result rather than capacity alone, especially for sunny, open-plan or poorly insulated rooms.
50–53 dB published sound
Compare the stated measurement with other models on the same basis. A portable compressor remains inside the room.
1,600 W rated input
This verified input is the starting point for the running-cost calculator. Real consumption can vary as the compressor cycles.
Outdoor exhaust required
The published exhaust-hose length is 1.5 m. Hot air must be vented outside without extending or sharply bending the hose beyond manufacturer limits.
Window kit listed as included
Check that the supplied parts match your UK window opening before ordering.
31.2 kg unit weight
Check stairs, thresholds, storage space and the route between rooms. Castors do not remove the need to move the unit safely.
App control listed
The reviewed manufacturer information lists app support; confirm current platform compatibility before purchase.
Dehumidifier mode listed
This mode can remove moisture, but published litres-per-day figures and drainage arrangements should be checked before choosing it for dedicated damp control.
Product documents and evidence
Product sources, documents and verification notes
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MANUFACTURER
Open manufacturer product information →- Model identity
- Cooling capacity
- cooling Capacity Kw
- Wi-Fi / app controls
- app Support
- voice Assistant Support
- sleep Mode
- dehumidifier Mode
- official Product Family Image
- warranty Years
Read the source-review note
Human-reviewed current Midea/Comfee UK product page on 29 August 2026. The page presents the 12,000 BTU Premium model, documents Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa voice control, dehumidifying and sleep functions, and links the exact MPPFB1 technical documents. Its 880 × 510 × 440 mm and 34 kg marketing fields align with packaging and rounded gross values, so they are not stored as product dimensions or net weight. The direct page was out of stock when checked; no price, availability or delivery offer is created. The manufacturer-hosted photo is shared by the 9K and 12K family and is labelled as a family image rather than a model-specific studio test.
MANUAL
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- Cooling capacity
- cooling Capacity Kw
- Rated electrical input
- cooling Power Input Watts
- noise Sound Pressure Db
- noise Sound Power Db
- noise Measurement Context
- recommended Room Min M2
- Published room area
- Dimensions
- Product weight
- dimensions Basis
- weight Basis
- window Kit Included
- hose Length
- hose Diameter
- warranty Years
- energy Class Cooling
- eer
Read the source-review note
Official Midea Premium Portable Range technical sheet reviewed on 29 August 2026. For MPPFB1-12CRN7 it distinguishes 1,600 W rated input from 1,350 W cooling input; 50/51/53 dB(A) sound pressure from 63 dB(A) sound power; and 775 × 458 × 373 mm product dimensions with 31.2 kg net weight from 510 × 440 × 880 mm packaging dimensions with 34.6 kg gross weight. CoolCompare stores only the product and net fields.
MANUAL
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- controls
- window Kit Included
- hose Length
- hose Diameter
- drain Hose
- remote Control
Read the source-review note
Official shared MPPFA1-09CRN7 / MPPFB1-12CRN7 instruction manual reviewed on 29 August 2026 for control and supplied-accessory context. It is used only where the exact MPPFB1 model is in scope.
RETAILER
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- GTIN / EAN
- window Kit Included
- timer
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Current B&Q UK exact-model record reviewed on 29 August 2026. It explicitly joins MPPFB1-12CRN7 to product code/EAN 5060723600043. B&Q room-volume copy conflicts with the manufacturer square-metre guidance and is not imported. No current price or stock assertion is generated from this evidence record.
MANUFACTURER
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- official Product Family Image
Read the source-review note
Manufacturer-hosted 1000 × 1000 family image served by the exact Midea/Comfee UK product page and retrieved on 29 August 2026. It illustrates the MPPFA1/MPPFB1 cabinet family and is not described as an independently photographed or model-exclusive image.
MANUFACTURER
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- Model identity
- energy Class Cooling
- cooling Capacity Kw
- eer
- noise Sound Power Db
Read the source-review note
Official model-specific MPPFB1-12CRN7 energy-label image reviewed on 29 August 2026. It corroborates A class, 3.5 kW cooling, EER 2.6 and 63 dB(A) sound power; that sound-power value remains separate from the 50–53 dB(A) sound-pressure fan range.
How to check this model before buying
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Estimate electricity cost from verified power input
The rated input for this model is 1600 W. Use your own tariff without assuming a purchase price.
Calculate running costSource-backed product data
Full verified specification
Values are taken from the logged manufacturer source and were last verified 28/08/2026.
BrandMideaDirectly comparable
Model numberMPPFB1-12CRN7Directly comparable
Cooling capacity12,000 BTU/hDirectly comparable
Rated power input1,600 WDirectly comparable
Published noise range50–53 dBManufacturer-specific test
Recommended room guidance16–23 m²Manufacturer-specific test
Dimensions (H × W × D)775 × 458 × 373 mmDirectly comparable
Weight31.2 kgDirectly comparable
Heating technologyCooling onlyDirectly comparable
Wi-FiYesDirectly comparable
Dehumidifier modeYesDirectly comparable
Warranty3 yearsBroadly comparable
Portable-unit setup matters
Vent hot air outside, keep the exhaust hose within the manufacturer’s permitted arrangement and seal gaps around the window kit. Poor venting can return warm outside air to the room and reduce useful cooling.
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Frequently asked questions
What room size is the Midea MPPFB1-12CRN7 suitable for?
The published recommendation represented in the CoolCompare catalogue is 16–23 m². Actual cooling demand also depends on ceiling height, insulation, glazing, sun exposure and internal heat, so use the BTU calculator before choosing.
How noisy is the Midea MPPFB1-12CRN7?
The reviewed source publishes 50–53 dB. Published sound figures are useful for comparing models only when their measurement context is compatible; room acoustics, fan mode and distance affect what you hear.
How much electricity does this portable air conditioner use?
Its verified rated input is 1600 W. Rated input is not a promise of constant consumption because compressors can cycle. Use your electricity tariff and expected hours in the running-cost calculator for a transparent maximum-input scenario.
Does a portable air conditioner need to be vented outside?
Yes. A compressor-based portable air conditioner must discharge hot air outside through its exhaust hose. Keep the hose as short and straight as the manufacturer allows and seal the window opening; never extend or alter it contrary to the manual.
Model Watch history
No reviewed lifecycle change has been published for this model. This does not prove that no change exists; use the manufacturer source and UK safety checker as well.