Smaller rooms where app scheduling and a documented UK plug and window kit matter, provided the room calculation and a safe outdoor exhaust route support the choice.
Source-checked product information
Tristar AC-5700BS Smart Air Conditioner 7000
Model AC-5700BS. Specification verified 19/08/2026.
7,000 BTU/h65 dB785 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 65 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 checked19/08/2026Manufacturer and retailer sources where available
Cooling7,000 BTU/h
PriceNo recorded price
Rated input785 W
Noise65 dB
RoomUp to 25 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?
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Product information and documents
What to know about the Tristar AC-5700BS
CoolCompare has organised the manufacturer-published information below. It is not a hands-on review or a laboratory result.
A 7,000 BTU portable air conditioner with Wi-Fi app control, fan and dehumidifier modes.
Tristar publishes 7,000 BTU / 2.05 kW cooling, 785 W input, a 65 dB published sound value, 280–320 m³/h airflow and suitability for spaces up to 60 m³. The exact AC-5700BS uses a BS 1363 plug and supports a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi app. Toolstation publishes 680 × 330 × 280 mm dimensions, 18.5 kg weight, two fan speeds, up to 19.2 litres per day dehumidification, a supplied window kit and a two-year warranty.
Nominal cooling2.05 kW7,000 BTU/h
Published airflow320 m³/hManufacturer specification
Moisture extraction19.2 L/dayPublished maximum
RefrigerantR290Sealed appliance circuit
Cooling energy classACheck the current energy label
Published EER2.61Declared test value
Features and practical meaning
7,000 BTU/h cooling
Published cooling capacity. Use the room-fit result rather than capacity alone, especially for sunny, open-plan or poorly insulated rooms.
65 dB published sound
Compare the stated measurement with other models on the same basis. A portable compressor remains inside the room.
785 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
Confirm hose dimensions in the current instructions. 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.
18.5 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
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- GTIN / EAN
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- Cooling capacity
- cooling Capacity Kw
- Rated electrical input
- eer
- Published sound
- Published room volume
- airflow M3h
- energy Class Cooling
- refrigerant
- Wi-Fi / app controls
- app Support
- uk Plug
- controls
Read the source-review note
Human-reviewed current Tristar British English product page on 19 August 2026. The exact page identifies the G - BS 1363 plug, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and app support. The single 65 dB value is preserved as published; repeating it in required min/max fields does not claim a measured operating range. Manufacturer review supplied no live UK price or stock claim.
MANUAL
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- cooling Capacity Kw
- Rated electrical input
- eer
- Published sound
- refrigerant
- safety
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Exact-model manufacturer instruction manual checked on 19 August 2026. It supports the product identity and regulated technical table; it does not supply the physical dimensions or product weight used here.
RETAILER
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- Observed price
- Observed availability
- Published room area
- Dimensions
- Product weight
- Moisture extraction
- fan Speeds
- window Kit Included
- warranty Years
Read the source-review note
Exact-model Toolstation UK page checked on 19 August 2026. It showed £299.99 and out of stock for delivery. Store-specific collection required a local check, so CoolCompare does not claim nationwide unavailability or immediate collection. Dimensions, weight, kit and warranty are retailer-published model-specific fields.
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Estimate electricity cost from verified power input
The rated input for this model is 785 W. Use your own tariff without assuming a purchase price.
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Full verified specification
Values are taken from the logged manufacturer source and were last verified 19/08/2026.
BrandTristarDirectly comparable
Model numberAC-5700BSDirectly comparable
Cooling capacity7,000 BTU/hDirectly comparable
Rated power input785 WDirectly comparable
Published sound value65 dBManufacturer-specific test
Recommended room guidanceUp to 25 m²Manufacturer-specific test
Dimensions (H × W × D)680 × 330 × 280 mmDirectly comparable
Weight18.5 kgDirectly comparable
Heating technologyCooling onlyDirectly comparable
Wi-FiYesDirectly comparable
Dehumidifier modeYesDirectly comparable
Warranty2 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 Tristar AC-5700BS suitable for?
The published recommendation represented in the CoolCompare catalogue is Up to 25 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 Tristar AC-5700BS?
The reviewed source publishes a single 65 dB sound value. It is not presented as an operating range; measurement type, room acoustics, fan mode and distance all affect comparisons.
How much electricity does this portable air conditioner use?
Its verified rated input is 785 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.