Pinguino PAC EX100 Silent vs EcoFlow Wave 3
A side-by-side look at the Pinguino PAC EX100 Silent and EcoFlow Wave 3. Winning figures are highlighted.
| De'Longhi Pinguino PAC EX100 Silent | EcoFlow EcoFlow Wave 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | £849 | £749 |
| Cooling capacity | 10000 BTU | 6100 BTU |
| Power draw | 890 W | 690 W |
| Efficiency (EER) | 3.6 | 2.6 |
| Room size up to | 40 m² | 17 m² |
| Noise | 49 dB | 44 dB |
| Dehumidifies | 32 l/day | — |
| Weight | 30 kg | 15.3 kg |
| Hose type | Single hose | Dual hose |
| Heating mode | No | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 yrs | 2 yrs |
Best value per row highlighted. Prices last checked 21 July 2026.
Pinguino PAC EX100 Silent
The EX100 Silent is De'Longhi's flagship portable, combining an outstanding A++ rating and 3.6 EER with a quiet 49 dB(A) minimum and RealFeel comfort control. Running costs are notably lower than most rivals, though you pay a steep upfront price and it is frequently out of stock.
Full Pinguino PAC EX100 Silent review →EcoFlow Wave 3
The Wave 3 is a different animal to mains-only rivals: with the optional battery it runs cordlessly for hours, making it ideal for tents, vans, campers and off-grid rooms. Genuinely quiet (down to 44 dB) and doubles as an efficient heat pump, but cooling output is modest for the money and it is expensive once you add the battery.
Full EcoFlow Wave 3 review →