Best Portable Air Conditioners

by Calyn Ehid
written by Calyn Ehid
There are many benefits to owning a portable air conditioner. One of the main benefits is that these air conditioner units are mobile and easy to transport. If you are going somewhere that does not have air conditioning a portable air conditioner can easily be brought with you. They are smaller and more compact than a window unit therefore easier to store and don’t take up much space while in use. Cost effective and energy efficient these units are simple to install and only take up a small portion of the window to vent. Below are a few of the best portable air conditioners options to consider.

1. Whynter Dual Hose Portable Air Conditioner

This unit has a unique dual hose venting system which most other units don’t have. The dual hose system helps to cool down the area faster than other portable units that operate with a single hose. It can function like a fan and has a built-in dehumidifier as well. It comes equipped with a timer so that you can customize when you would like your unit to run and when you would like it to turn off. The hose measures at 5 feet which gives you plenty of extension room to move the air conditioner around.

2. Honeywell MN10CESWW Portable Air Conditioner

This portable air cooler is one of the more cost-effective options. Perfect for cooling small to medium areas, it is energy efficient and easy to set up. It features three different fan modes, a 24-hour timer, and a remote control. This unit does not need to be hooked up to a window to operate so is very versatile and can be used in conditions other units are able to.

3. LG LP1215GXR

The LG brand is known for their reliable electronic equipment and this unit lives up to that standard. Cooling up to 300 square feet this portable ac is perfect for cooling a bedroom or office area. It can handle larger areas but might take a little bit longer to cool them down. It dehumidifies, is light weight, and easy to use. Perfect for transporting from room to room with ease.

4. Frigidaire Cool Connect Smart Portable Air Conditioner

While this unit is one of the pricier portable air conditioners it’s features make it worth the extra money. This powerful ac can cool off a room as large as 550 square feet with ease. It’s a smart unit so it can easily hook up to your wifi allowing you to control the unit from across the room, while you are in another area of your home, or even when you are on your way home. Turn it on before you get home and walk into a nice cool refreshing house.

5. Black & Decker BPACTo8WT

This cost effective portable ac has multi functions and is a perfect unit for a medium to small area. It has both options of heating and cooling so it is an ideal choice for people looking for both. It features a 24 hour timer, three fan speeds, and a remote control for convenience and ease.