Beat the heat with the best portable air conditioners
Summer is here, and that means you may be feeling the hot temps a little more than you’d like. If you lack central air, can’t install window units or if you have a specific area you’d like to be a little cooler, a portable air conditioner may be the solution. After all, a fan is only helpful if the air it’s moving is already somewhat cool. A portable air conditioner can help bring down the temperature in spaces both large and small, depending on what unit you purchase.
That’s really the best part of portable air conditioners — they are flexible in terms of where they can be placed and how much cooling they provide. They’re relatively easy to install, with most requiring nothing more than the ability to vent the exhaust hose out a window using the included installation kit. This makes them an ideal choice for a rental or a spot in your home that seems to get particularly warm. We’ve rounded up some of the best portable air conditioners to suit your cooling needs, whatever they may be.
Best portable air conditioners on sale
Coolblus Portable Air Conditioner 29% OFF
This 8,500-BTU unit is compatible with both vertical and horizontal-opening windows, thanks to the included installation kit. It can cool an area up to 360 square feet and has an LED screen display and a remote control. It features four modes: cooling, fan, dehumidifier and sleep.
EUHOMY 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner 15% OFF
This 8,000-BTU unit offers 350 square feet of cooling power, featuring cooling, fan, dehumidifier and timer modes. It operates via remote control. The timer feature allows you to customize when you will cool a certain area, such as before bedtime or when you get home from work.
BLATACY Portable Air Conditioner 33% OFF
Cool areas as large as 730 square feet with this 16,000-BTU portable air conditioner. It can be controlled via an app and offers five modes including a three-speed fan. It’s easy to move thanks to its 360-degree wheels and has a built-in temperature sensor so it can adjust to your preference.
vidihill Portable Air Conditioner 30% OFF + $10 OFF COUPON
This small unit packs a big punch with three fan speeds and three mist speeds. It has three timer options and a humidifier mode. This portable air conditioner is more of a personal size and not meant to cool an entire room.
Dreo Portable Air Conditioner 16% OFF
This 12,000-BTU unit cools areas up to 200 square feet. It features both voice and remote control, has a fan, dehumidifier and a drainage-free design, eliminating excess moisture automatically instead of you having to do it manually.
Midea Duo 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner 14% OFF
Cool up to 450 square feet with this 12,000-BTU portable air conditioner. It includes a remote control and is compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control. Thanks to its inverter technology, it cools more space while using less energy.
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