9 of the best air conditioners to cool your home this summer
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Keeping your space cool can be difficult, especially if you don’t have central air. However, there are several types of air conditioners to consider for the summer months.
If you’ve finally opted to buy an AC unit, you’ll want to first decide which type works best in your home, whether it’s a portable, window or desktop option.
Window AC units are typical for apartment buildings, tend to be quieter and the are most cost-effective option. While they can provide faster cooling than portable ones, window units do come with their fair share of installation hassles, which is something to consider if you’ll be installing the air conditioner yourself.
If you can’t install a window unit due to restrictions, portable AC units are your next best bet because they are more mobile. However, while they can seem more practical for cooling multiple rooms, they might not be able to produce a more even cooling in a shorter time frame, as opposed to window units.
Additionally, you’ll want to keep in mind that portable options take up more floor space and also require an exhaust hose for venting. This means they might not be as portable as you think since you’ll have to re-install the unit each time you move it. Pro tip: Portable AC units won’t work unless its hose is through a window to vent!
For options that are more compact, there are also smaller versions of both window and portable units, which are often classified as personal portable or desktop air conditioners. These work best if you need extra airflow in a smaller space like your office or home workspace. (Is it just me or is it harder to concentrate on work during the heat?)
And, of course, when shopping for an air conditioning unit, one of the most important factors to consider is the BTU (British Thermal Unit) of the AC in question. Basically, the more square footage you’re trying to cool down, the higher the BTU number your unit will need to have. Luckily, Energy Star has a handy BTU guide here that you can reference while shopping.
Below, we’ve rounded up some of the best air conditioners to buy this summer based on customer reviews. And not only are our top picks great for quick cooling, but most of them also have built-in dehumidifiers so that you can cut down on indoor humidity, too.
Best desktop air conditioners
1. Yasuoo Mini Portable Air Conditioner with Humidifier, $47.99
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2. Evapolar EvaChill Personal Evaporative Air Cooler and Humidifier, $99
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3. Mini Air Conditioner for Home & Office, $39.99
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Best portable air conditioners
4. SPT 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Dehumidifier, $298.61
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5. LG Electronics 10,200 Portable Air Conditioner with Dehumidifer, $379
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6. SereneLife Compact Portable Air Conditioner 10,000 BTU With WiFi, $359.99
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Best window unit air conditioners
7. Midea EasyCool 5,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner, $169
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8. GE 8,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner with Wi-Fi and Remote, $299
9. HomeLabs 5000 BTU Window Mounted Air Conditioner, $229.99
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