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.
Compare Portable Air Conditioners - Comparison
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Type: single hose 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
Simple, easy-to-use design and features
Self-evaporating technology: allows to run efficiently and eliminates the need to constantly empty buckets
Digital thermostat controls
Single hose unit to vents through the window (installation kit included)
Will only cool smaller rooms. Great for spot cooling
Heavy but does include caster wheels
Type: single hose air conditioner - 12,000 BTUs
BTUs/hour: 12,000 BTUs
Max room size: 400 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 400 sq. ft.
Sleek , stylish design
Self-evaporating technology - no messy water buckets
Auto restart in case of a power outage
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
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
Type: single hose air conditioner - 10,000 BTUs
BTUs/hour: 10,000 (cooling)
Max room size: 300 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
AutoDrain Technology eliminates the need to drain the unit
Compact , tower design
Adjustable louvers to control air flow
Washable air filter collects large dust particles and prevents bacteria build-up
Built in thermostat
Will not cool large rooms. Good for spot cooling
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
AutoDrain Technology removes excess fluid build up and eliminates the need to drain the unit
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
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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
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
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
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
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