Recommended Portable Air Conditioners

Portable air conditioners both cool and dehumidify rooms and small areas without the need for permanent installation.  Moreover, they can be more energy efficient than many standard air conditioning units, and many models even offer heating and purifying features as well.

When choosing a portable air conditioner, keep in mind certain factors such as the size of the area you wish to cool, energy consumption, and maintenance requirements. We've compiled a list of some of our best air portable air conditioners below:


Most Popular
NewAir AC-12000E
$399.00
4.6 Star Rating: Good
NewAir AC-12000EThe NewAir AC-12000E is simply the best choice for cooling rooms up to 425 square feet. As featured in Popular Science, this 12,000 BTU unit has an energy-efficient design and provides superior cooling. Click >>>
Best Value
NewAir AC-10000E
$339.00
4.6 Star Rating: Good
NewAir AC-10000EThe NewAir AC-10000E is our top portable air conditioner choice for areas up to 325 square feet. This compact unit is perfect for small rooms and personal spaces, and offers 10,000 BTUs of cooling. Click >>>
Most Compact
MobilComfort KY-80
$259.95
4.4 Star Rating: Good
MobilComfort KY-80To cool areas short on space, consider the MobilComfort KY-80 This 8,000 BTU portable covers 125 square feet and is about as tall as most tower fans and air coolers. Click >>>
Best Heat Pump AC
Soleus PH3-12R-03
$485.00
4.3 Star Rating: Good
Soleus PH3-12R-03The Soleus PH3-12R-03 not only cools, but it also utilizes heat pump technology to offer efficient heating at just a fraction of the cost of other portable ACs with space heaters. Click >>>
Most Quiet
Sharp CV-2P10SX
$459.00
3.0 Star Rating: Average
Sharp CV-2P10SXIf you need a quiet portable AC, consider the Sharp CV-2P10SX. This unit provides 10,500 BTUs of cooling and features Sharp's patented Library Quiet technology, making it one of the most quiet units available. Click >>>