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Portable and Commercial Air Conditioners - Comparisons, Ratings, Reviews

Portable air conditioners can be the ideal spot cooling system solution for your home, office, or even a computer room. A portable air conditioner offers quick installation without any lifting or damaging of window sills, and can be moved easily from room to room. Portable air conditioners provide convenient supplemental air conditioning to a less than perfect central system and are a boon for dealing with difficult shaped windows.

Want to figure out the best portable air conditioner for you? We have summarized the pluses and minuses of our air conditioners for you to compare into a handy chart below. If you click onto our air conditioner product pages, you will find detailed candid reviews by our experts and customers.

 
 
 
 

Portable, Small Office, Home Air Conditioners

 
 Water-to-Air 13,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioners with Eco-Friendly Refrigerant

$1349.95
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Type: single hose air conditioner - 13,000 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 13,000 BTUs
  • Max room size: 430 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 4 - auto, low, medium, maximum
  • Controls: Digital LED controls with remote control
  • Timers: 24-hour auto on/off timer
  • Included parts: window installation and exhaust hose accessory kits
  • Water mode increases cooling power and consumes less energy
  • Uses eco-friendly R410a refrigerant that is more efficient and less harmful to the environment
  • Easy to read LED display
  • Cools quickly
  • Sleek, modern look
  • Air vents are not adjustable
  • Somewhat heavy but very easy to move on casters

DE AC W130E $1349.95
 
Availability: In stock

 
ECOAir 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioners with Eco-Friendly Refrigerant

$649.95
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Type: single hose air conditioner - 12,000 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 12,000 BTUs
  • Max room size: 400 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 3 - low, med, max
  • Controls: Digital LED controls with remote control
  • Timers: 24-hour auto on/off timer
  • Included parts: window installation and exaust hose accessory kits
  • Uses eco-friendly R410a refrigerant that is more efficient and less harmful to the environment
  • Attractive look to fit with most decor
  • Cools quickly and effectively
  • Durable castors for easy maneuverability
  • Air vents are not adjustable
  • Somewhat heavy but very easy to move on casters

DE AC A12ECO $649.95
 
Availability: In stock

 
Home Essentials Supreme 13,000 Portable Air Conditioners


$619.95
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  • BTUs/hour: 13,000 BTUs
  • Max room size: 420 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 3
  • Controls: electronic controls with remote control
  • Timers: 24 hour
  • Included parts: window installation and exhaust hose accessory kits
  • Evaporative technology for hassle-free moisture removal
  • Sleek and stylish design for the home
  • Auto-restart function after a power outage
  • Dual hose exhaust system increases the cooling efficiency
  • Unit is heavy but it does come with caster wheels
  • Will not cool very large rooms

SU AC PH13 $619.95
 
Availability: In stock

 
Air-Cool 13,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioners


$499.95 and up
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  • BTUs/hour: 13,000 BTUs
  • Max room size: 420 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 3
  • Controls: electronic controls with remote control
  • Timers: 24 hour
  • Included parts: window installation and exhaust hose accessory kits
    Self-evaporative technology transfer heat and humidity out through exhaust hose
  • Stylish design that compliments a room
  • Integral handles and wheels allow for easy maneuverability
  • Eco-friendly R410a refrigerant
  • Will not cool an entire room but is very effective for spot cooling
  • Heavy but does have caster wheels

AQ AC A500 $499.95
 
Availability: Due to popular demand, shipping Early August 2010

 
Home Essentials 5-in-1 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioners


$629.95
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Type: single hose air conditioner - 12,000 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 12,000 BTUs
  • Max room size: 400 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 3
  • Controls: electronic controls with remote control
  • Timers: 24 hour
  • Included parts: window installation and exhaust hose accessory kits
  • Versatile air conditioner - cool, dehumidify, heat and clean the air
  • Features a built in HEPA air filter - helps to remove pollen, dust and dander
  • Evaporative technology - increases efficiency and reduces the need to drain condensate
  • Casters for easy maneuverability
  • Will not chill an entire room but is very effective for spot cooling

SU AC PA12 $629.95
 
Availability: In stock

 

$599.95
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Type: dual hose air conditioner - 12,000 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 12,000
  • Max room size: 400 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 4 - auto, high, med, low
  • Controls: electronic controls with Detachable Remote
  • Timers: 12-hr off timer
  • Included parts: window panel kit and two 4-ft hoses
  • Dual hose unit
  • Cools, cleans and ionizes room air without producing ozone
  • Self-evaporated - which reduces the need to manually empty water from the air conditioner.
  • Includes 2 air filters (pre-filter and charcoal filter)
  • Has a detachable remote
  • Air conditioners are somewhat heavy but very easy to move on casters
  • Will not cool an entire room but is very effective for spot cooling in a certain area

TD AC T32J $599.95
 
Availability: This product will be shipping End of June 2010. Reserve yours now!

 
Comfort Cool 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

$449.95
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Type: single hose air conditioner - 12,000 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 12,000 (cooling)
  • Max room size: 400 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds:2 - low, high
  • Controls: electronic controls with Detachable Remote
  • Timers: 1 - 12 hour timer
  • Included parts: window panel kit and one 5 ft hose
  • Self-evaporating system: allows the unit to run more efficiently and eliminates the need to constantly empty buckets
  • Easy grip handles and caster wheels to easily move from room to room
  • Built-in water tank or extended water tube for continuous drainage
  • Digital thermostat control
  • Will not cool large rooms. Good for spot cooling

SN AC W1230E $449.95
 
Availability: In stock

 
Comfort Cool Dual Hose 11,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

$519.95
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Type: portable dual hose air conditioner - 11,000 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 11,000 (cooling)
  • Max room size: 350 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 3 - auto, low, high
  • Controls: electronic controls with Detachable Remote
  • Timers: 1 - 24 hour timer
  • Included parts: window panel kit and one 5.5 ft hose
  • Dual-hose system does not create negative pressure in the room
  • Auto-restart - unit will restart when power resumes after power failure
  • Sturdy caster wheels for easy mobility
  • Self-evaporating system - eliminates the need to empty buckets
  • 3-in-1 operation: cooling, dehumidifying, fan
  • Large and heavy unit but features caster wheels and grip handles
  • Will not cool large rooms

SN AC W1140D $519.95
 
Availability: In stock

 


$519.95
$449.95
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Type: single hose air conditioner - 10,000 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 10,000 BTUs
  • Max room size: 250 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 3 - low, med, high
  • Controls: electronic controls with remote control
  • Timers: 24-hour auto on/off timer
  • Included parts: window installation and exhaust hose accessory kits
  • Provides effective spot cooling for room areas up to 250 sq. ft.
  • Self-evaporating technology - no messy water buckets
  • Auto restart in case of a power outage
  • Quiet than most air conditioners at the high speed
  • Sleep mode function
  • 24-hour auto on/off timer
  • Unit is heavy but easy to move with 4 built-in casters
  • Will not chill an entire room but is very effective for spot cooling

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SU AC PE9R $519.95
$449.95
 
Availability: In stock

 
Home Essentials 10,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioners


$449.95
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Type: single hose air conditioner - 10,000 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 10,000
  • Max room size: 250 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: high, med, low
  • Controls: electronic controls with Detachable Remote
  • Included parts: window panel kit and one 4-ft hoses
  • Condensation elimination system. Do not have to drain or empty buckets
  • Highly efficient compressor and eco-friendly R410a refrigerant for low energy consumption
  • Compact, stylish design
  • Will not cool down large rooms. Great for spot cooling

TD AC T30K $449.95
 
Availability: In stock

 
CoolTower 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioners

$369.95 and up
Technical Specs + Pluses - Minuses Order Product
Type: single hose air conditioner - 8,000 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 8,000 BTUs
  • Max room size: 200 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 2 - low, high
  • Controls: electronic controls with remote control
  • Timers: 24 hour
  • Included parts: window installation and exhaust hose accessory kits
  • Compact, tower design - makes it easy to move from room to room when spot cooling
  • Easy to read digital display with remote control
  • Built-in thermostat
  • Will not cool large rooms. Good for spot cooling
AQ AC AC800 $369.95
 
Availability: In stock

 
Comfort Cool Manual 7,500 BTU Portable Air Conditioners

$319.95
Technical Specs + Pluses - Minuses Order Product
Type: single hose air conditioner with manual controls - 7,500 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 7,500 (cooling)
  • Max room size: 200 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 2 - low, high
  • Controls: manual
  • Timers: 1 - 8 hour timer
  • Included parts: window panel kit and one 5-ft hose
  • Manual controls that will restart after a power failure - good for Server rooms
  • Simple, easy to use design
  • Sturdy caster wheels for easy maneuverability from room to room
  • Self-evaporative technology - do not have to constantly empty water buckets
  • Will only cool smaller areas
  • No digital controls or remote

SN AC W7500M $319.95
 
Availability: In stock

Commercial Air Conditioners, Portable Air Conditioners

 

$7299.95
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Type: Commercial Portable air conditioner - 42,000 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 42,200
  • Max room size: 1200 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 1
  • Controls: Electronic programming
  • Thermostat: 65°F - 105°F
  • Timers: None
  • Included parts: 14" diameter flexible duct - stretches to max length of 8 ft.
  • Very versatile - use as free-standing cooling system or place outside room and duct air
  • 2 easy to clean air filters are washable, and dishwasher safe
  • Air conditioners roll easily on durable casters
  • Has 1-yr warranty on air conditioners and accessories, and 3-yrs on compressor
  • Water removal bucket is 5 gallons - heavy to remove from air conditioner when completely full
  • Air conditioners are heavy, but easy to move on casters
  • May need over 30 amp wiring to prevent blowing fuses while running multiple appliances in addition to the air conditioners
TZ AC P42K $7299.95
 
Availability: In stock

 

$5989.95
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Type: Commercial Portable air conditioner - 29,000 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 29,700
  • Max room size: 840 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 1
  • Controls: Electronic programming
  • Thermostat: 65°F - 105°F
  • Timers: None
  • Included parts: 14" diameter flexible duct - stretches to max length of 8 ft.
  • Very versatile - use as free-standing cooling system or place outside room and duct air
  • 2 easy to clean air filters are washable, and dishwasher safe
  • Air conditioners roll easily on durable casters
  • Has 1-yr warranty on air conditioners and accessories, and 3-yrs on compressor
  • Water removal bucket is 5 gallons - heavy to remove from air conditioner when completely full
  • Air conditioners are heavy, but easy to move on casters
  • May need over 20 amp wiring to prevent blowing fuses while running multiple appliances in addition to the air conditioners
TZ AC P29K $5989.95
 
Availability: In stock

 

$4699.95
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Type: Commercial Portable air conditioner - 17,000 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 17,600
  • Max room size: 500 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 1
  • Controls: Manual programming
  • Thermostat: 65°F - 110°F
  • Timers: None
  • Included parts: 14" diameter flexible duct - stretches to max length of 8 ft.
  • Highest energy efficiency rating
  • Very versatile - use as free-standing cooling system or place outside room and duct air
  • 2 easy to clean air filters are washable, and dishwasher safe
  • Air conditioners roll easily on durable casters
  • Has 1-yr warranty on air conditioners and accessories, and 3-yrs on compressor
  • Water removal bucket is 5 gallons - heavy to remove from air conditioner when completely full
  • Air conditioners are heavy, but easy to move on casters
  • May need 20 amp wiring to prevent blowing fuses while running multiple appliances in addition to the air conditioners
TZ AC P17K $4699.95
 
Availability: In stock

 

$3699.95
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Type: Commercial Portable air conditioner- 14,000 BTUs
  • BTUs/hour: 14,000
  • Max room size: 400 sq. ft.
  • Fan speeds: 1
  • Controls: Electronic programming
  • Thermostat: 65°F - 105°F
  • Timers: None
  • Included parts: 10" diameter flexible duct - stretches to max length of 8 ft.
  • Very versatile - use as free-standing cooling system or place outside room and duct air
  • 2 easy to clean air filters are washable, and dishwasher safe
  • Air conditioners roll easily on durable casters
  • Has 1-yr warranty on air conditioners and accessories, and 3-yrs on compressor
  • Water removal bucket is 5 gallons - heavy to remove from air conditioner when completely full
  • Air conditioners are heavy, but easy to move on casters
  • May need 20 amp wiring to prevent blowing fuses while running multiple appliances in addition to the air conditioners
TZ AC P14K $3699.95
 
Availability: In stock

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