This AC doesn't take up much room...especially compared to my old one and the cold air that comes out of it is amazing. It is definitely pretty quiet. The only thing I'm not sure about is why the fan doesn't seem to keep running once the room hits the desired temperature. Once the compressor shuts off the fan only run for a very short time. I'm not sure if this is something that newer portable air conditioners do but I would prefer it if the fan stayed running to keep the air moving around better!