BLACK+DECKER BXAC40005GB Portable 7000 BTU 3-in-1 Air Conditioner, Dehumidifier and Cooling Fan, LED Display, 2 Speed Settings, 24 Hour Timer, Remote Control, 7,000 BTU, White

Product Information

This affordable AC unit boasts a maximum 13,000 BTU output and a remote for convenient control without getting up from the couch or bed. The air conditioner is suitable for rooms that are up to 550 square feet, making it a good choice for cooling an office or den. It also has a dehumidifier function to help reduce the ambient moisture in the air.

These high-efficiency devices are a great option to keep your home cool in warm weather. For more info on how to shop for, use, and set up portable air conditioners, read on for answers to some of the most common questions. Q. What are the benefits of a portable air conditioner? For example, a 10′ x 40′ room would equal 450 sq. ft. (10×40=450). The chart below indicates that a 10,000 or 12,000 BTU portable air conditioner would be ideal for this location. Room Area To Be Cooled Other than its appearance, the most notable feature of the Whynter ARC-14S is its cooling abilities. This is helped by its dual-hose construction. With single-hose portable ACs, the hot air is removed through the hose. This lowers the pressure in the room, causing hot air from outside the room to rush in to equalize the pressure. With two hoses, the Whynter replaces the air that's removed with cool air for more efficient cooling.The LG portable AC was among the best portable air conditioners at cooling, only outperformed by the Whynter ARC-14S (our best portable air conditioner for large rooms). It does an outstanding job of keeping the room cool. Though it's not one of the quietest models (56 decibels, about as loud as a refrigerator), my kid likes that the white noise drowns out the city sounds. The LG LP1419IVSM Smart Wi-Fi Portable Air Conditioner is a well-rounded, energy-saving unit that can be controlled by your phone or voice.

The LG LP0621WSR was easy to set up and install. Within 10 minutes of opening the box, I had it cooling the room. You'll need a Phillips-head screwdriver to secure the window panels. The panels fit a wide range of window sizes, a nice feature since I have extra-wide windows.

Our Verdict

Pros:Fits a broad range of window sizes, easy to move, can be scheduled and controlled with your phone, lowest energy use in our tests, performed well in cooling tests, Google Home and Alexa-enabled Clean the filter:A filter helps reduce allergens in your air and allows for optimal airflow. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for how often to clean the filter. The best vacuums outfitted with a crevice tool attachment should get the job done. You can also wash the filter with water, but ensure it dries completely before reinstalling it. Humidifier/dehumidifier models increase or decrease the moisture in the air. Many portable AC units can act as dehumidifiers to pull in moisture and push out drier air, though it’s less common for a portable air conditioner to have a humidifier mode. Evaporative air-cooler ACs act as humidifiers while also cooling the air, so a specific humidifier setting isn’t as necessary. If the unit is too small for a given room and if the outside temperature is too high for the appliance, then it will struggle to cool the place to the desired extent.

You can use your phone as a remote and set a schedule using the LG ThinQ app ( iOS and Android.) My kid has used the LG LP1419IVSM in their bedroom for three years and likes that they can use their phone to turn it on close to bedtime, so the room is cool when they get there.

What Other Portable Air Conditioners Should You Consider?

Typically, the cooling area of an evaporative air cooler is measured in cubic feet per minute (CFM). Calculate the necessary CFM for the target room by multiplying the length, width, and height of the room to find the volume, then dividing the total by 2: CFM = (L x W x H) divided by 2. Energy Efficiency Delivering 5,100 BTUs in cooling mode and 6,1000 when heating, the EcoFlow Wave 2 portable AC doesn’t need to be put away simply because the leaves are changing. Relatively lightweight at 32 pounds and measuring 20.4 inches long by 11.7 inches wide by 13.2 inches high, the battery-powered Wave 2 is a true go-anywhere appliance. As we outline in our guide to portable air conditioners vs window air conditioners, window ACs are the better option for most people. Cons: Cumbersome to move, longer setup, one of the loudest units we tested, window slider only fits windows up to 46 inches long, doesn't come with foam seals

Unless your air conditioner has stopped working completely and it is not a result of a power failure or electrical connection problem, you don’t always have to call a technician to get it fixed. A portable air conditioner may suddenly shut down if a timer was active. Restart it again and see if it stops again without the timer being active. When the temperature rises during the summer months, a malfunctioning or inefficient portable air conditioner can be a serious concern. The unique hose-in-hose design of the Midea Duo replaces the hot air removed from your room with cool air for more efficient cooling. It's easy to install, though the hose doesn't stay clipped into the window slider. I had to use duct tape to keep it in place. Dual-hose AC units have both an intake and outtake hose. The intake hose draws in outdoor air to bring down the temperature of the condenser. The separate outtake hose disposes of the heat, humidity, and used air from the indoor space. While pricier, dual-hose units are more efficient and generally the wiser option, particularly for larger spaces.

The best portable air conditioners in 2023

The first word that comes to mind when looking at the Whynter ARC-14S Dual Hose Portable Air Conditioner is "monolithic." It looks like something out of "2001: A Space Odyssey" with its large, imposing flat front. Some models of portable AC units shut down when the temperature set by the user is achieved and the room is just a notch cooler than the outside or ambient temperature.