If you are in the market for a new cooling system, you may have stumbled upon the Frost Blast Pro. It’s marketed as a more affordable alternative to traditional air conditioners.
”Is the Frost Blast Pro Portable AC really worth your money? Is the hype and reviews online true or is there something sinister about this product? I bought and tested this portable air conditioner so you don’t have to fall into a disguised scam
Specs
The Frost Blast Pro is marketed as having the following features;
- Instant arctic cooling
- Noise-free operation
- Adjustable fan modes
- Multi-layer filtration system
- 10-hour battery for cordless use
- 90-day money back guarantee
The Truth About Frost Blast Pro Portable AC
First of all, Frost Blast Pro is not an air conditioner as you were made to believe. It does not even come close to being an ‘Air Cooler’. The advertising and branding of this product is deceptive.
It cannot be an A/C unit if it is self-contained. A/C units are heat pumps — they remove heat from the air and transport the heat to another location, i.e. usually out of the space that you want to cool (think of a refrigerator moving heat from inside the closed space to the outside of it).
Secondly, it’s an evaporative cooler. It works with an ice tray which you have to fill with water, place in a refrigerator, before putting it inside the ‘Frost Blast Pro’ This is what it uses to blow cool air.
Of a truth, Frost Blast Pro is not an AC but a swamp cooler. It only humidifies the air surrounding your feet, and can not work as an air conditioner or regular fan.
My Experience Using Frost Blast Pro AC for 6hrs
I ordered the Frost Blast Pro from getfrostblastpro.com after stumbling on its Ad on YouTube. Took three weeks to arrive all the way from China. When switched on, it makes a rough noise. During the 6hrs use, it gave my room a lower temperature, but only made the area surrounding it cooler.
Meanwhile, I must also mention that the water tank is too small and needs constant refilling, lasting only a couple of hours, that was not on the description. Also the battery life is pretty much wack, not 10hrs as advertised. It lasted for barely an hour after fully charged so I had to plug the Frost Blast Pro directly to a power outlet.
Then there’s the deceptive claim that the Frost Blast Pro has a “multi-layer filtration system” that cleans and purifies the air. This is untrue. It only has a white water curtain which it uses for filtration. This can not be used for a long time without drying.
Lest I forget, this exact product is sold under different names ‘Blaux’ ‘Chiller’ etc. It is actually worth $30 – $40 and not valued at $100+ as claimed by getfrostblastpro.com. (see image below)
Pros
- Uses little energy
- Easy to use
Cons
- False advertising – it is been advertised as an ‘Air conditioner’ whereas it is just a swamp cooler
- It is not a better alternative to air conditioner or regular fan.
- Not powerful enough for large rooms
- Poor battery life
- Overpriced
Is Frost Blast Pro a Scam?
I wouldn’t outrightly call the Frost Blast Pro a scam perse, but one thing is certain; it’s sold with misleading marketing. Majority of the claims made are false and over stretched. The Frost Blast Pro is basically a fan that’s blowing out water in minute amounts. You can set a fan in front of a bucket full of ice and do the same thing.
How To Use
Place on a flat surface, Fill up the reservoir at the side, close the lid after filling the water. Then, plug the AC in a power socket or USB port.
Add water or ice after every 20 – 30 minutes. This is because it uses water and evaporation to cool.
How To Get Refund & Stop This Deceptive Marketing
If you’ve already fallen for this scam, contact the store via email [email protected] or call 1-888-817-9080 and request for a refund stating ‘deceptive marketing’.
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- Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3): If you are in the United States, you can file a complaint with the IC3 at https://www.ic3.gov/.
- Your Local Consumer Protection Agency: Contact your local consumer protection agency or the equivalent regulatory body in your country.
- Better Business Bureau (BBB)
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