Lasko 4916 Desktop Wind Tower Oscillating Fan

Love this fan, its small enough for my cubical desk and quiet not to disturb my phone calls and cube neighbors. My office runs hot and cold, with a 10 or 20 degree diffrence just down the hall. The lasko desktop tower fan sits in the cornor of my desk, not taking up much space but always ready. I like the fact that I can position the top and bottom of the fan so I always have a breeze, moving the air in my cube without a constant buzz in my ear or on my back.

Product Description

Lasko's #4916 Space-saving desk-top fully assembled Wind Tower fan

Features

• the two fan sections pivot for even wider coverage
• three speeds
• front-mounted electronic controls
• 6" X 6" X 14" tall
• ETL listed with patented, fused safety plug

Whynter 14,000 BTU Dual Hose Portable Air Conditioner with Heater (ARC-14SH)

I have a home office in an attic that's sun-baked in the summer and drafty in the winter, and this powerful heater/air conditioner can quickly bring the space to a comfortable temperature year-round.

Unfortunately, the unit is quite loud. The AC fan (which runs continuously even when the compressor is off) is so loud I have to turn it off when making a phone call. And the heater (which turns off completely when not in a heating cycle) makes such a jarring noise when it comes on that I jump out of my seat every time. Since the AC noise is more constant, it wouldn't be a problem if it were further from my desk, but if I had this in a bedroom there's no way I'd be able to sleep with that heater noise. (Update: after using this for a year, I rarely notice the sound of the heater turning on in my office setting.)

Also, despite the unit being marketed as not needing a water tank or drain for air conditioning, it does occasionally leak water onto the floor. Placing a cookie sheet or an improvised aluminum foil pan underneath is an easy solution, but it took me a while to notice what was happening.

Despite these concerns, I'd buy the same unit again due to its environmental features. The dual-hose design makes it more efficient, and the coolant doesn't harm the ozone layer. Unless the noise would be a problem in your situation, I'd recommend it.

Product Description

The Whynter ARC-14SH portable air conditioner and heater is designed to provide quiet and efficient cooling and heating to any room, with no permanent installation. It features CFC free R-410A refrigerant, lead-free RoHS compliant components and patented advance auto drain technology which uses and recycles moisture collected during the cooling process to produce cool air. Dual hose operation provides fast cooling for up to a 500 sq. ft. space (ambient temperature and humidity may influence optimum performance).

Features

• Three operational modes: air conditioner, fan or dehumidifier
• Cooling (61°F - 89°F) and heating (61°F - 77°F) thermostatic control with digital readout, 24 hour programmable timer
• Remote control, upgraded plastic window kit (36" max.), carbon air filter and washable pre-filter included
• Dehumidifying capacity of 101 pints per day, 3 fan speeds
• Casters for easy mobility

Whynter 14,000 BTU Dual Hose Portable Air Conditioner (ARC-14S)

I got this to supplement the window unit I've been using for years and ended up just completely replacing the window unit.
Very robotic design, it stands around 3ft tall and is in fact rather slim once you take it out of the packaging. Came with all the necessary accessories to get it running immediately. Hooking it up and putting the hot air vent where my window A/C used to be was extremely straightforward.

We usually power it up after my daughter returns from pre-school and set the temperature to around 74F. It usually shuts off at about 2am when the room and outside temps are nice and comfortable. The air is extremely cold around the unit and gets a good sized room down to a nice temp really fast. It seems very quiet during the day with all the other sounds and my daughter has slept like a baby ever since we got it. I does emit a low hum when it's cooling but otherwise the fan sound is not noticeable to me. You can turn it on high for a few minutes but after awhile, that's overkill. It does a great job on a low fan setting once the room is almost at the temp you want it at.

I really like the idea of not having to use central air like in our old apartment. I think over time the utility savings will easily cover the cost of the unit. The best part is I can bring it with us if we ever move.

It's worked excellently for a couple of weeks now and I may just end up getting another for our own room.

Whynter Eco Friendly 14000 BTU Dual Hose Portable Air Conditioner

Product Description

The Whynter ARC-14S portable air conditioner is designed to provide quiet and efficient cooling to any room, with no permanent installation. It features CFC free R-410A refrigerant, lead-free RoHS compliant components and patented advance auto drain technology which uses and recycles moisture collected during the cooling process to produce cool air. Dual hose operation provides fast cooling for up to a 500 sq. ft. space (ambient temperature and humidity may influence optimum performance).

Features

• Three operational modes: air conditioner, fan or dehumidifier
• Full thermostatic control (61°F - 89°F) with digital readout, 24 hour programmable timer
• Remote control, upgraded plastic window kit (36" max.), carbon air filter and washable pre-filter included
• Dehumidifying capacity of 101 pints per day, 3 fan speeds
• Casters for easy mobility

NewAir AC10000E 10,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner With AutoEvaporative Technology

I rated this 3 stars which Amazon defines as "It's OK" which is how I feel about it :)

* Size/Weight/Move-ability 10/10 -- I think the size and weight are fine, the unit is heavy (~50lbs) but not so heavy that you can't lift it from the box, it does have handles on the side to grab, and rolls in any direction on casters. It's not very large, about the size of a modern dehumidifier or mini-fridge

* Front Panel/Controls 5/10 -- The controls are straight forward and easy to use, the exception being that when you're in the "AUTO" mode you can not adjust the fan speed, it's a little odd. The big problem, and why I rate it 5/10 is that there are six SUPER BRIGHT LEDs on the front of the unit, as far as I can tell they serve no purpose whatsoever, they are simply there and they are on whenever the unit is on. When it's bright in the room it's not a big deal, but at night when you're trying to sleep this is a big issue, I'm probably going to have to cut out little wedges of electrical tape or something to stick over them. It comes with an IR remote that lets you control it as well. The display on the front will show the room temperature normally and when you are adjusting the temperature controls up and down it will change to show the desired temp for a few seconds. One note here is that the unit seems to stop cooling even when you're a good 5*F or so away from the desired temp--Example, it was 78* in my room last night and I set the unit for 73* it was running for a while but when the temp hit 77* the compressor shut off for a very long time and the room started to feel hot, temp went back up to 78* and it clicked back on... this may just be a quirk with my unit or something, but my window-mounted a/c will keep running until their ambient temp sensors equal the desired temp setting.

* Window Adapter/Hose 8/10 -- This is a single hose model, that means that it sucks air from the room to blow over the condenser (hot part) and then that air is blown outside; something to keep in mind is that you are sucking air from the room which means you are blowing your "conditioned" air outside as part of the normal process, as a result this unit will not cool a room as efficiently as a dual-hose model or a window/wall unit which both use outside air to cool the condenser--so this 10kBTU model will not cool a room as well as a 10kBTU window unit (it might be more comparable to a 7-8kBTU?). The window/hose adapters are decent quality, the only complaint I have is that I wish the adapter were "taller", my window sill is about 1" high, as a result the hose hits the sill before it the adapter hits the base, this isn't a big deal, but just wanted to note it. Another thing to note, some people complain about the window adapters not sealing very well--this one seems to do an OK job, the window just closes on the flat top of the adapter as a seal. The thing to keep in mind w/ these portable a/c's is that having a fantastic seal is not really expected or needed for the unit to operate, you get just as much air leakage around window mounted a/c's. The window adapter, hose adapter and hose are all well constructed and made of good materials--one tip: first screw the hose onto the unit, then screw the wide-mouth adapter thing onto the hose, THEN put the wide-mouth adapter into the window adapter, if you buy this you'll see what I mean :)

* Cooling/Air Output 10/10 -- Works great! Very cold air, and it blows the air fast out of the vent, much better then my window mounted units which feel like they just dribble out air sometimes

* Noise 7/10 -- First: It makes noise, all air conditioners do, if you need silence to sleep then you need another solution other then window/portable a/c's, I can sleep with the "white noise" of a fan/motor running. The unit is no louder then my 8kBTU window-mount unit when operating with and without it's compressor running; however, the reason I give it a 7/10 is that the unit tends to make more noise when the compressor turns on and off then my window unit does, in addition the compressor cycles on/off very often and for short periods, which exacerbates the issue. So far it has been waking me up, and that's not good, it remains to be seen if I can used to the noise, or this will become an awake-only unit.

* Draining 5/10 -- With low room humidity this unit should be able to exhaust most of the water out with the waste air, which means no draining... but with high humidity you need to drain the unit, this an issue on this unit because unlike other units it does not drain into a bucket which can be removed and dumped out. With this unit you need to put a "shallow pan", as the instructions say, under the drain cock and open it... well this pan needs to be really shallow (see my user submitted image) because the drain cock is only about 1-2" off the floor! I can envision this being a real nightmare to empty and I'm not looking forward to really humid days

Overall I think this is a decent portable a/c, and I'm hopeful that it will work out.

Summarized my main concerns are:
1) Does not have a bucket to empty, if it needs draining that will be very difficult w/o a bucket
2) Front Panel LEDs are super bright and always on, makes it difficult to sleep
3) Compressor makes more noise then expected when starting/stopping, this wakes me up at night

Summarized the pro's are:
1) Very good air output--lots of volume and pressure
2) Cold output! Great for spot cooling, move the unit near you and you'll freeze your butt off even if the rest of the room is warmer then you might like
3) Easy to move around on the casters
4) Reasonable price

Product Description

Take a break from the heat with the NewAir AC-10000E portable air conditioner! Featuring an incredibly compact size that takes up little room, this 10,000 BTU portable AC unit is the perfect spot cooling solution for bedrooms, small offices, and personal spaces. It also offers patented self-evaporative technology, which allows for hours of continuous operation without excessive condensate buildup. Best of all, the NewAir AC-10000E portable air conditioner eliminates excess moisture and comes with an air filter for cleaner, fresher air. Compact, Space-Saving Design This NewAir portable AC is incredibly compact and designed to fit most average-sized rooms. This unit is also ideal for areas short on space such as apartments and offices. Ultimate Comfort Air Conditioner This portable air conditioner offers 10,000 BTUs of cooling and easily covers individual rooms and areas. It's our #1 AC choice for cooling areas up to 325 square feet. Self-Evaporative Technology The self-evaporative condensate system allows for hours of continuous operation. The NewAir AC-10000E portable air conditioner removes much of the collected moisture by evaporating it into the exhausted air. Hassel Free Installation Forget about bulky window or wall AC units - the NewAir AC-10000E 10,000 BTU air conditioner is fully portable. It includes an extendable window kit that sets up in minutes.

Features

• Compact, space-saving design comes packed with a built-in fan, air filter & dehumidifier
• Dehumidifier mode helps control humidity levels & reduce excessive moisture in the air
• Includes a convenient remote control for making distant temperature adjustments simple
• 12 hour programmable timer is ideal for nighttime cooling & helps reduce energy use
• Reliable & effective cooling with years of top-quality ratings, makes this portable air conditioner a great addition to any home

Haier CPN12XC9 12K Portable Air Conditioner

I purchased this in June when I couldn't take the NYC heat anymore. My window unit broke at the end of last summer, and due the prohibitively expensive delivery/installation costs in NYC for a 4th floor walkup apartment with extra wide windows, I decided to get a portable standing A/C-- my first.

I'm sure a lot of the issues I'm pointing out here have to do with the fact that portable units are just not as efficient as window units, but this 12,000 BTU unit does not cool my apartment nearly as quickly as my mighty little 8,000 BTU window unit used to. The nice thing about the portable unit which is an advantage over my old window unit is that while I have it installed in my bedroom, I can blast just my bedroom only (8 ft x 14 ft) by shutting the door, or angle it to cool the living room only (20 ft x 22 ft), or to hit both rooms. The bedroom gets cool enough when I shut the door so that the unit is cooling my bedroom only (and the temperature reading on the unit can get down to 73 degrees); it is a challenge to completely cool the living room area on a really hot day, but that was an issue even when I had my window unit (also installed in my bedroom). When I do try to cool just the living room (essentially dragging the unit to the doorway of the bedroom and blasting it only into the living room), while the living room can sometimes cool down to a comfortable temperature, the bedroom then heats up because the PVC exhaust pipe leading from the unit to the bedroom window gets quite hot.

It is also very noisy. The first week, I could hardly fall asleep because of the noise. It is like sleeping near a generator. I guess I've gotten used to it by now, but I definitely think that it could have been designed better to be quieter. Also, even on low speed, it's just as loud as when it's on high speed.

Beware that all portable units will require some kind of exhaust pipe to be connected to the window so that the heat generated by the unit can escape. You only need a small window, however, much smaller than an A/C would need, so if you have a basement apartment with a small window, you'd probably still be able to accommodate this unit.

If you have a living situation that allows a window unit to be installed more easily and inexpensively, I would certainly recommend that. For those who cannot install window units for whatever reason, this portable unit is OK, but I wonder if there are more efficient, quieter units out there. Also, I sometimes wonder if I made the right decision to keep the unit because portable A/C's cost more than window units, and maybe I should have just sucked up the outrageous installation charges associated with a window unit which may have been a more efficient cooling system.

Product Description

A portable air conditioner makes efficiently cooling small spaces like bedrooms and offices easy when installation a traditional cooling system is not possible. The Haier CPN12XC9 Portable Air Conditioner makes it easy to cooler larger rooms too because it features 12000 BTUs of cooling power.

Features

• Refrigerant
• ROHS Compliant Free of Lead and Mercury
• Auto Evaporation Allows Continuous Operation without Water Removal
• 3 Modes Cool, Dehumidify, Fan
• 3 cooling and 3 Fan Speeds

Frigidaire FRA18EMU2 18,500 BTU Window-Mounted Median Air Conditioner with 16,000 BTU Supplemental Heat (230 volts)

I will start by saying that finally, after installing two of these units in my 1500 sf workshop, I am very happy with them. They cool and heat very efficiently and quietly and there are not many units on the market which have the power and features of this one.

However, it was a long road getting to the happy point I am at now. I initially ordered two of these from Amazon, and they arrived quickly but both turned out to have been damaged in shipping. This is partially the truckers fault but a good deal of the blame must be laid on the manufacturer who does not package this model with sufficient protection to withstand the typical abuse which cartons endure in truck freight. There is is only about 1/2" of styrofoam between the front and top of the unit and the inside of the carton, and no crush space whatsoever. So both units arrived with bent case frames and one also had a cracked front grill piece and bent interior pieces.

Amazon offered to replace them but were out of stock so after some discussion I agreed to keep the least damaged one (I was able to bend the case back into shape) of the two for a discount, ship back the other for a refund, and order a third unit from TheFactoryDepot, one of amazon's resellers.

Well, guess what? The third unit arrived damaged in shipping as well. After much more discussion, this time with TheFactoryDepot, they agreed to allow me to go pick up a replacement at their warehouse which was luckily only about 30 minutes from my home. This unit was undamaged and so I installed that one as well.

We weren't through with our troubles though because the 2nd unit I installed (the one we picked up at the warehouse) soon started displaying a trouble code on the panel and stopped cooling. So we had to call Frididaire to have it serviced under warranty. There 3rd party service company came to the house and repaired it but they had to order a part so this took about another 10 days. Finally, about 6 or 8 weeks after our initial order, we had two working units installed and they have been cooling and heating nicely for the past 2 to 3 months. The remote is great - it has all the controls to change modes, and control heating, cooling, thermostat, fan speed, energy saver, timer, etc. This is important to me because my units are installed 7 feet from the floor (to the bottom of the unit), and I have never needed to actually get up on a ladder to fiddle with the front panel - once you get the airflow louvers pointed the way you want there is no need for that.

I wouldn't recommend this model at all if there were a lot of alternatives, mainly because of the poor packaging, but if you need a heating+cooling unit this size and you are prepared to potentially deal with returns and repairs then this is the unit for you. I don't say that entirely facetiously - once we got all the startup problems solved these are very nice units. If you can find it locally or can pick it up from a warehouse I strongly recommend that as the packaging is very poor. That's the main reason I didn't give 5 stars.

Product Description

Your Title Here Frigidaire Window-Mounted Median Air Conditioner with Supplemental Heat Frigidaire's FRA18EMU2 18,500 BTU 230-Volt Window-Mounted Median Air Conditioner with 16,000 BTU Supplemental Heat is perfect for rooms up to 1,170 square feet. In addition to cooling, this versatile unit also offers a supplemental heat capability, providing you with an additional heat source when needed. It quickly cools the room on hot days while the quiet operation keeps you comfortable without keeping you awake. Features include electronic controls, full-function remote control, 8-way air direction control and multiple speeds. Plus, the fresh air vent and exhaust control removes odors and freshens the air while the antibacterial mesh filter cleans the air by removing harmful bacteria and airborne particles for a cool, comfortable environment. This unit requires a special 230V electrical outlet and will not operate with a standard 115V household electrical outlet. Window-Mounted Median Air Conditioner This SpaceWise Adjustable Design includes optional side panels that can extend so you can adjust the unit to fit your window. This 18,500 BTU cooling capacity / 16,000 BTU supplemental heating capacity median air conditioner uses a 230-volt plug and can quickly cool a room on hot days and nights. Plus, the Sleep Mode will gradually increases room temperature after being activated. The low power start-up conserves energy and saves you money plus, effortless restart automatically resumes operating at its previous settings when power is restored. Ready-Select Controls Ready-select electronic controls allow you to easily select your cooling options with the touch of a button. With the ability to cool an area up to 1,170 square feet with a 8-way comfort control design you have more flexibility and control with the direction of the air for your space. Plus, with 3 cooling speeds, 3 fan speeds, 3 heat speeds, 24-hour on/off timer and auto cool mode which allows the fan to adjust speeds as the room temperature changes, gives you cooling control exactly how you want it and on your schedule. Full-Function Remote Control The effortless full-function remote control allows you to set and maintain room temperature from across the room. The remote can operate the supplimental heat, energy saver mode, sleep timer, auto fan or fan only, and even the timer. Median air conditioner with supplemental heat for window-mounted installation Special 230V electrical outlet required (Unit will not work with a standard 115V outlet) 3 cooling speeds, 3 fan speeds and 3 heat speeds Auto cool mode allows the fan to adjust speeds as the room temperature changes Extra long 6 ft. three-prong power cord makes extension cords unnecessary

Features

• Window-mounted installation (Easy-to-use installation kit included)
• Special 230V electrical outlet required (Unit will not work with a standard 115V outlet)
• 18,500 BTU cooling capacity / 16,000 BTU supplemental heating capacity
• Supplemental heat provides you with an additional heat source when needed
• Cools rooms up to 1,170 sq. ft. with up to 5.5 pints per hour dehumidification

SPT WA-9020E 9,000-BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Remote Control

I have central air, but my bedroom upstairs is usually 5-10 degrees warmer than the other bedrooms (vaulted ceiling). This product works perfectly even though the room is much larger than 250sq ft. This portable AC only costs 50 cents a day to run, considerably less than running the central air. It's quieter than I expected and the air is very cold. The only thing I don't like is the instruction manual - just not enough info. The exhaust hose must be mounted properly to the outside through a window. All portable AC units create a vacuum in the room and if the exhaust hose is not practically air tight, more warm air from outside will come in than cold air blowing out. I have had it for a week now and it has yet to need the water reservoir emptied.

Product Description

Stay COOL and breathe fresher air with our WA-9020E. Enjoy many cool and comfortable summers with this air conditioner unit. Cooling, dehumidifying and fan features all in one. Powered by9,000btu cooling capacity, it ideally cools an area up to 250sq.ft. Uses new UL required LCDI Leakage Current Detection and Interruption, plug . Self Evaporating technology during the cooling process, water is extracted from the air into the unit. Most of this water is then recycled and used to cool the cooling coils and make it run more efficiently, cooling as well as energy. Exhaust hose installation required and all standard accessories included.

Features

• Portable 9,000-BTU air conditioner for rooms up to 250 square feet
• 50-pint dehumidifier; self-evaporating system; 3-1/5-pint water tank
• Digital thermostat with remote control; 2 fan speeds; 10.31 EER
• 62- to 90-degree F thermostat; 12-hour timer; air and carbon filters
• Measures 16 by 16 by 30 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Neewer High Quality Portable Small Fan & Mini-Air Conditioner Stay Cool Handy Cooler Speed Adjustable

this thing is terrible, at first when I tried it I thought that it might be working cause I felt a little cooler, then I tried a real fan and realized it made me feel colder than this piece of junk. the sponge does nothing, the air only comes out about 2 inches before the natural airflow of the room overpowers it and it eats batteries worse than my gamegear! just buy a fan, a much better decision.

Features

• Small fan cools air up to 30F. Runs on 4x batteries or USB power (adapter included). Adjustable analog speed control.
• 90 degree vertical airflow control. Flat bottom surfaces allows easy transformation from a hand held fan to a desk fan.
• This mini fan produces a 15 knots sensational breeze *measured at outlet vent.
• Simply add water to activate patent-pending cooling feature.

Haier Black & Decker BPC08CJ Portable Air Conditioner, 8000-BTU

I purchased this unit exactly 30 days ago and I am quite impressed with it. I live in California and the weather here has been crazy. One day the temperature was 98 degrees and it was December!!! This unit cooled my entire bedroom in 30 minutes making the temperature steady at about 67 degrees. I was and still am quite impressed with this unit.

Product Description

Add refreshing cool air to any area in your home with the Black & Decker BPC08CJ portable air conditioner. This compact 8,000-BTU unit is designed for small rooms and personal spaces up to 125 square feet. Featuring auto-evaporative technology R410A refrigerant, the BPC08CJ portable air conditioner runs more efficiently and uses less energy than older models. Additional features included adjustable louvers, electronic controls and a full function remote. Fully Portable with No Permanent Installation RequiredThe Black & Decker BPC08CJ portable air conditioner can be easily moved from room to room with no permanent installation required. Set up only takes minutes with the included window kit.Custom-Controlled ComfortThree fan speeds and adjustable louvers let you customize the cooling effect to your preferences.Doubles as a DehumidifierThe Black & Decker BPC08CJ room air conditioner also doubles a dehumidifier and removes unwanted moisture from your air, making it perfect for those humid summer days. Remote Controlled OperationThe full function remote lets you control all of the unit's settings from across the room.

Features

• Refrigerant: r-410a
• Rohs compliant
• Auto evaporation function allows continuous operation without water removal
• Electronic Control with LED and Full-Function Remote Control
• 3 modes: cool, dehumidify and fan

Whynter ARC-12S 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner, Platinum

This portable A/C works great. I sincerely doubt that it will really cool a 450 sq ft area but it does a great job for my bedroom upstairs...which is all I was really concerned with. My bedroom measures 13' x 12' or 156 sq ft and it takes about an hour to get from 85 F to 69 F. Setting it up was a breeze. The only problem I had was with the window exhaust kit. The expandable PVC plastic window mount wasn't long enough to cover the entire height of my bedroom window...it's about 5 inches too short. I had to cover that space with a piece of plastic that I cut to fit and duct taped in place. One thing I don't like about this unit is the placement of the exhaust hose...it's in the back. Some units have it on the top of the unit so that you can place the unit almost flush against the wall. The back of my unit sticks out about a foot and a half from the wall which makes getting around it a slight pain in the rear...but hey, at least I'll be cool this summer :). Another con...it doesn't have oscilating louvers. The louvers are fixed and can't be adjusted up or down. There are lateral louvers behind the front grill that can be adjusted manually from side to side with a slider. Oh...and one more thing...it's pretty loud when the compressor is running. It takes some getting used to.

Product Description

The Whynter ARC-12S portable air conditioner is designed to provide quiet and efficient cooling to any room, with no permanent installation. It features CFC free R-410A refrigerant, lead-free RoHS compliant components and patented advanced auto drain technology which uses and recycles moisture collected during the cooling process to produce cool air. This unit can cool up to a 400 Square Feet space (ambient temperature and humidity may influence optimum performance).

Features

• Three operational modes: air conditioner, fan or dehumidifier
• Full thermostatic control (61°F - 89°F) with digital readout, 24 hour programmable timer
• Remote control, upgraded plastic window kit (36" max.), carbon air filter and washable pre-filter included
• Dehumidifying capacity of 91 pints per day, 3 fan speeds
• Casters for easy mobility

LG Electronics LW8011ER 8000 BTU Electronic Air Conditioner with Remote

Now on my second season and runs very well. Temps over 100 everyday now an this unit cycles on an off as needed. No fan noise as other reviewer had stated. They can be damaged in shipping but mine worked better than expected out of the box. Easy install an this unit replaced a GE that only lasted 3 seasons. Highly recommend an the energy star rating is just a big plus........

Product Description

The LG Electronics LW8011ER 8,000 BTU Electronic Air Conditioner with Remote Control is perfect for small size rooms up to 340 square feet. This unit has a remote control and energy saver function. It includes a rotary compressor, 3 fan speeds for cooling and 3 speeds for fan only, top air discharge, outdoor vent exhaust, and top down chassis type. With a 10.8 energy efficiency ratio this unit provides savings along with cool, quiet comfort.

Features

• 8,000 BTU cooling capacity
• Cools rooms up to 340 sq. ft.
• Thermistor thermostat control
• 4-way air direction control
• Remote control; Energy saver function

Haier CPN12XH9 12K Portable Air Conditioner

Purchased portable A/C to replace window unit (eyesore). Easy to move romm to room and put away when not in use. We use it to assist our central A/C in the summer, when wife cooks (a lot) and as backup incase power goes out, we can hook it to portable generator. So far works great. Cools room quickly and is quiet. We have it in the room with TV and we do not have to turn volume up real loud. Does have the normal hum of any A/C. I will write back in a few months to update on performance and quality. We live in the south, so we run our A/C's in December.

almost year later. Still working great. use it constantly. we live in N.O. so we do not have long winters looking at possible purchasing a second one.

Product Description

There is no better cooling solution than a portable air conditioner when the weather starts to heat up and installation a central air conditioning system is out of the question. The Haier CPN12XH9 Portable Air Conditioner not only provides a powerful 12000 BTU cooling capacity, but can also provide an 11000 BTU heating capacity.

Features

• Refrigerant
• ROHS Compliant Free of Lead and Mercury
• Auto Evaporation Allows Continuous Operation without Water Removal
• 4 Modes Cool, Dehumidify, Fan, Heat
• 3 cooling and 3 Fan Speeds

Lasko 4916 Desktop Wind Tower Oscillating Fan

Love this fan, its small enough for my cubical desk and quiet not to disturb my phone calls and cube neighbors. My office runs hot and cold, with a 10 or 20 degree diffrence just down the hall. The lasko desktop tower fan sits in the cornor of my desk, not taking up much space but always ready. I like the fact that I can position the top and bottom of the fan so I always have a breeze, moving the air in my cube without a constant buzz in my ear or on my back.

Product Description

Lasko's #4916 Space-saving desk-top fully assembled Wind Tower fan

Features

• the two fan sections pivot for even wider coverage
• three speeds
• front-mounted electronic controls
• 6" X 6" X 14" tall
• ETL listed with patented, fused safety plug

Features

Cool On The Go - The World's Most Versatile Hands-Free Personal Cooling Device. Compact Portable Fan System powered by USB or Batteries. White / Blue

Most Astonishing, Effective Gadget Ever!!
I purchased a Cool on the Go for my daughter's stroller and magically found my daughter asleep in 95 degree weather :) So, now I honestly take with me everywhere... while I run, on my desk at work, outside, at sports game and I even gave one to my aunt when her car A/C went down. A truly Never-leave-home without piece of heaven!!!!!!

Product Description

Cool on the Go is your own personal portable cooling device that provides you with a continuous stream of cool air that's perfect whether you're at home, office or on the go. Cool on the Go is versatile, hands free and runs on batteries, or USB (included), for powering versatility.

Features

• Versatile Hands Free
• Battery Operated /USB
• Compact/Lightweight
• Lanyard, Armband and USB Cable included
• Powerful Airflow/Long Battery Life

Haier CPN14XC9 14K Portable Air Conditioner

I strongly caution anyone against purchasing a Haier product. Haier has far and away the worst customer service I have ever encountered. I purchased a Haier Portable Air Conditioner in July 2011. The unit was "dead on arrival," completely nonfunctional. When I called Haier customer support, I was instructed to make a service appointment.

Nearly four months later, after four separate visits from the servicer to my home, the unit remained as nonfunctional as when it first arrived. During this time, I spent countless hours on the phone with at least half a dozen Haier representatives, none of whom was even remotely helpful. Interacting with Haier's customer support was truly excruciating; I would rather jab a needle repeatedly into my eye than endure it again. Most agents were both incompetent and unsympathetic. In numerous instances, I was denied access to a supervisor, told instead I would have to wait for a call back, but never received one. On the rare occasion I was privileged to speak to a "supervisor," I quickly discovered that the person to whom I spoke had no authority or capacity to resolve my situation in any kind of satisfactory (much less expedient) manner. For all their ineptitude, the members of the Haier team have attained expert status when it comes to "passing the buck."

Following the second service visit, in September, I requested a refund, which Haier's corporate office rejected, without ever bothering to inquire about the circumstances which led me to make such a request in the first place, and without ever informing me of this decision, despite a stated policy of notification within 24 to 48 hours.

At the fourth service visit, in November, the repairman told me he intended to reorder parts which had already been replaced on a previous visit, as well as a power cord he knew was not actually broken. He was appropriately apologetic, but said that was the best he could offer me under Haier's warranty. He confided that these units are notoriously unreliable, and that he would advise against buying one.

Finally, after repeated calls (bordering, out of necessity, on badgering), I succeeded in submitting a formal complaint as well as a second refund request to a customer specialist from Haier's corporate office. Though this individual professed a strong desire to assist me, I remained skeptical of Haier's commitment to resolving the situation to my satisfaction, given that she immediately questioned whether a refund would be feasible, again citing the "terms of the warranty." Sure enough, a week later, I learned that my refund request had been denied again (though, on this go round, Haier was at least kind enough to inform me.) After a brief exchange with the Haier messenger revealed she had no knowledge of my specific case, I relented to a superior adversary and accepted Haier's ever-so-generous concession to process an exchange (provided, naturally, I could jump through a few more hoops and complete a shipping assignment at my own expense.) I look forward to receiving another broken product, which will sit in a state of partial disassembly on my living room floor for four more months while I patiently receive another parade of repairmen with six hour appointment windows.

Haier offers a captivating combination of shoddy craftsmanship and shameful customer service. It is my sincere hope that potential Haier customers will learn from my experience and avoid doing business with this company.

Product Description

Air conditioners rarely provide effective and efficient cooling. Portable air conditioners like the Haier CPN14XC9 are unique because they provide powerful cooling but are also extremely energy efficient.

Features

• Refrigerant
• ROHS Compliant Free of Lead and Mercury
• Auto Evaporation Allows Continuous Operation without Water Removal
• 3 Modes Cool, Dehumidify, Fan
• 3 cooling and 3 Fan Speeds

NewAir AC12000E 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

The NewAir portable AC definitely works. Lots of cold air comes pouring out of this thing, but it may not be exactly what you're looking for. It's good for some things and not so good for others. Let me explain.

I have an office/media room on the top floor of my house. It's basically an attic/loft that gets pretty warm in the summer. Central air is pumped into the room, but not much air comes through the vents. My homeowner's association will not allow window AC units, so I thought this would be an excellent alternative. The unit is portable and the window exhaust vent is not noticeable from the outside. The unit looks nice and is sturdy. I like the remote control and the digital thermostat on the front of the unit. It rolls nicely on it's casters. Hooking up the hose and exhaust vent was easy. However, my expectations may have been too high.

First, the room is about 150-200 square feet. The unit is not able to cool the room down much at all. The room is tolerable if you're sitting with the unit pointed in your direction as you can feel the cool air. That's about as good as it got. Also, the hose and exhaust vent got really hot during operation. Not sure if the heat radiating out from it canceled out the AC, but it was noticeable. To the unit's credit, the room has a skylight that acts just like a magnifying glass, so I'm sure some of the heat in the room is the result of it. Plus, there are three other windows with only blinds pulled. Maybe putting some opaque curtains up would help keep the temp down.

Second, the unit is very loud. Even on the low setting the compressor fills the room with a loud buzzing sound. If I'm working at my computer with headphones on, it's not a problem. But if I'm trying to watch a movie or play video games on the TV it's downright impossible.

Needless to say, I'm a little disappointed with the unit. I spent almost $400 on this thing and it doesn't really work the way I wanted it to. There are a few tweeks I can make to the room to help it along, but I guess I'm just going to have to get used to it.

Product Description

Based on overall customer satisfaction and independent tests, the NewAir AC-12000E portable air conditioner is easily one of the most efficient portable air conditioners in its class. Enjoy 12,000 BTUs of cooling power with this portable air conditioner, which is specially designed for cooling spaces up to 425 square feet. This room air conditioner also uses R-410A refrigerant and boasts auto-evaporative technology. Powerful Cooling The NewAir AC-12000E portable air conditioner is one of the most powerful 12,000 BTU portable air conditioners available and is perfect for cooling mid- to large-sized rooms up to 425 square feet. This 12,000 BTU portable air conditioner uses R-410A refrigerant. It also provides improved cooling and lower energy consumption. Convenient Features This NewAir portable air conditioner provides multiple modes of operation and features convenient features such as remote controlled operation, a 24-hour programmable timer and automatic defrost. Auto-Evaporative System Enjoy improved cooling efficiency and less condensate accumulation with the NewAir AC-12000E portable air conditioner, which features a state-of-the-art self-evaporative condensate system. For your convenience, it also comes with a direct drain option that lets you operate the unit continuously without having to empty any buckets or tanks!

Features

• Includes self-evaporative technology that?s efficient, using collected moisture to create a cooler indoor environment
• Features a multi-functional design with a built-in air filter, fan & dehumidifier
• Cooling options with adjustable temperature settings include a 24 hour programmable timer & sleep mode
• Comes with a remote control for easy temperature & fan speed adjustments
• Includes casters & an easy-to-install window kit for maximum portability

Frigidaire FRA093PT1 9,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Remote Control

We purchased the Frigidaire FRA083PT1, because loading our large air conditioner
into the window was becoming too difficult. We've been quite pleased with it.
It is 90 deg out and a cool 77 deg inside cooling 600 sq ft. We keep the other
rooms closed off. I've also had the door of my office open for a while and it quickly cooled that space as well. The only thing I don't like is its large size and the fact that
the window attachment piece was too large for the 23" wide window we wanted to put it in and had
to cut the plastic piece down to fit.

Product Description

Frigidaire's FRA093PT1 9,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner is perfect for medium to large size rooms up to 425 square feet. This unit features electronic controls and full function remote control. The antimicrobial filter reduces bacteria, room odors, and other airborne particles for a comfortable environment. It also includes swing air direction control and 2 speeds for cool and fan.

Features

• 9,000 BTU cooling capacity
• Cools room sizes up to 425 sq. ft.
• Swing air direction control
• Anti-bacterial mesh filter type, rear filter access
• Electronic controls

Haier CPN10XCJ 10000-BTU Portable Air Conditioner

We have crank-out windows, and never looked at air conditioners much, we never really needed one. After reading many reviews we decided to try this air conditioner for those few nights the heat and humidity made it hard to sleep. It is exactly as represented...cools well and was easy to install. Even if we don't use it alot, the price made it affordable.

Product Description

Perfect for a 350-450-square foot room, this portable air conditioner is attractive and comes with a remote.

Features

• Refrigerant
• ROHS Compliant Free of Lead and Mercury
• Auto Evaporation Allows Continuous Operation without Water Removal
• 3 Modes Cool, Dehumidify, Fan
• 3 cooling and 3 Fan Speeds

SPT SF-608R Portable Evaporative Air Cooler

First off, this is NOT an air conditioner. If you expect your room to be freezing cold, this is not the product for you. It's a COOLER, and it does its job very well. It works by evaporating water. Try soaking a T-shirt, wringing it out, and putting it on wet to get the effect. It doesn't work very well in humid areas, but it works GREAT where the air is dry.
I'm in southern California, where the humidity varies pretty widely. I place the cooler six or eight feet from my chair, and on the hottest days I'm quite comfortable.
Benefits:
* it's about 1/5 the cost of an air conditioner
* operating expense is a fraction of the cost of air conditioning
* neat features! (timer, sleep function, etc.)
* remote control

Drawbacks:
* it's not freezing cold like air conditioning.

Product Description

This Evaporative Air Cooler, Humidifier, and Fan is versatile, lightweight and economical. The Cooler easily rolls from room to room for use anywhere in your house or office. This Air Cooler shoots a stream of air with oscillating louvers, to evenly distribute refreshing cool air. Can also be used as a fan or humidifier if temperature is not an issue. The remote control allows you to easily change settings.The Air Cooler works by endothermic reaction (a reaction that consumes heat), so this evaporative Air Cooler sucks air through a wick saturated with water. As the air flows through the wick, some of the water evaporates into the air, consuming the heat that was in the air. An air stream is then blown out the front of the unit and is considerably cooler than the current room temperature! This is not an air conditioner and therefore uses much less energy. The unit works well in dry climates; not very effective in areas with high humidity as the unit utilizes water to cool.

Features

• Evaporative air cooler, humidifier, and fan for cooling and humidifying
• Uses water to cool the air; oscillating louvers for even distribution
• 10-liter water tank; 3 air speeds; sleep mode; 1/2- to 7-1/2-hour timer
• Air flow of 23 feet per second; nylon and photocatalystic filter; remote control
• Measures 12 by 16 by 25 inches; 1-year warranty

Soleus Air PH3-12R-03, Portable Air Conditioner/Heater/Dehumidifier/Fan, 12,000 BTUs

Despite all the negative reviews of this unit on Amazon.com, I found several other positive reviews elsewhere on the internet, and so I decided to give it a try. I'll admit I was skeptical as to how this unit would perform, especially since it seemed to be much less expensive than other 12,000 BTU units AND it included heat pump functionality. That being said, I am quite pleased with its performance so far.

After the terrible process of having to return a damaged portable AC unit of another brand just a week earlier, I was relieved to see when this one arrived at my door in rather robust packaging. Lifting it out of its "easy open" outer box and inner cardboard crate, I was able to observe its features in person for the first time. The multi-color display is a nice touch; the bright VFD display provides simple animations of the unit's current function, as well as a basic clock (used for setting the on/off timer), and the current temperature setting. The remote control sits in a holster on the back of the unit. I found the remote to be a bit bland, with all the buttons but the power button the same size and no distinction of the most frequently used buttons (i.e. temperature, mode) from the less frequently used extras (i.e. sleep mode, Celsius/Fahrenheit setting). The use of the remote is limited anyways since the display on the unit sits facing upward, preventing you from seeing what you are doing unless you are hovering above it.

Installation is pretty straightforward. The user's manual includes several photographs of the installation process, which doesn't differ much from any single-hose portable AC on the market. You simply screw the hose into the adapters and attach the adapters onto the back of the unit and onto the adjustable panel which you close in your window.

So now the important part: how it works. I found the unit to perform quite well. The AC function is plenty cool, and with three fan settings, you can adjust the level of output (and noise) to the current conditions. The heat pump also works well, and I was impressed with the fact that the unit waits to start blowing air into the room until the heat pump has begun generating warm air. That way, on a cold winter's day you won't get a rush of cold air in your face while the unit starts up. After your set temperature is reached, the unit shuts down completely (including the fan). Perhaps handy for some people is an auto mode which automatically heats if the temperature is below 68 F, dehumidifies if the temperature is between 68 F and 80 F, and cools if over 80 F. There also is an oscillation feature which helps circulate the air into the room.

As others have said, this AC unit is not super quiet. While in fan-only mode, the noise is minimal, but while heating, cooling, or dehumidifying, the exhaust fan in the back of the unit adds a considerable amount more. While nobody will be fooled into thinking a jet is landing, some may find it difficult to sleep with the unit in the room if it is doing anything but circulating air.

Just another quick note about draining the water bucket... be prepared to empty it no less often than most air conditioning units, regardless of what the manufacturer claims it can evaporate through the hose. I also agree with others who have said that the drainage plug is really close to the ground, so you may want to place it on a hard surface or elevate it slightly to assist in the drainage process. You do get a short hose and drip pan in the box to help you empty the moisture into a larger pan, but you may want to keep a towel handy as well.

Overall, this air conditioner/heat pump unit is a economical choice if you need all-season comfort in an area of your home. Various room-size estimations abound, some even rating this unit up to 500 sq. ft. My suggestion is that you use this unit for no more than a single large room, as you will probably see much worse performance if you try to heat or cool an entire floor with it. But for supplemental heating or cooling, you really cannot go wrong with the Soleus Air PH3-12R-03.

Product Description

This powerful machine offers ou 12,000 BTU portable air conditioner, 12,200 BTU heater, 63 pint dehumidifier, and 3-speed fan. Our evaporative technology reduces moisture and limits emptying a bucket. Programmable digital thermosta with easy-to-read multi-color display, a 24-hour clock timer and remote control and on-board control panel that operates all functions. The heavy duty casters provide maximum portability. Window kit and exhaust hoses included. Provides 115V (60 Hz), 1100 Watts and 10 Amps with size measurements of 13 (W) by 22.1 (D) by 24.9 (H) inches and weighs 70 pounds. Offers 1-year limited warranty.

Features

• 12,000 BTU Air Conditioner, 12,200 BTU Heater
• 63 Pint Dehumidifier
• Digital Thermostat
• 24 Hour Programmable Timer
• Remote Control

Amcor AF8000E 8,000-BTU Portable Air Conditioner

I can't say I've had as good an experience as others reported here...the main problem I've discovered is that the compressor only cycles on for about seven minutes at a time, followed by fifteen minutes during which the machine simply operates as a fan and blows in hot air from outside. Company info on their web site indicates that this is being done to prevent the compressor from overheating--unfortunately, this results in the compressor remaining cool while my small studio apartment (only 200 sq feet) remains too hot. I don't know if other units have similar limitations, but I would hesitate to recommend this product on the basis of my own experience. Hope this is helpful to anyone looking to make a buying decision...

Product Description

Amcor AF8000E 8,000 BTU portable air conditioner built-in washable filter with castors for easy moving from room to room.

Features

• Portable air conditioner with cooling capacity of 8,000 BTUs per hour
• For rooms up to 300 square feet; low/high fan speeds; 12-hour timer
• Dehumidification function; 775 watts of cooling power; EER of 10.3
• Built-in washable filter; adjustable air outlet grill; smooth-rolling wheels
• Measures 15 by 12 by 30 inches

LG Electronics 7,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Remote LP0711WNR

I purchased this model in the summer of 2011 to cool a bedridden home care relative during the hot summer months. My main A/C unit broke down and I had to get something that would cool the body temperature down while waiting to get a new replacement central A/C system. The unit blows cool air very quickly and has digital indicators to show temperature and settings. The exhaust hose was easy to install since my living room window extended down to near floor level. The heat generated by the exhaust is quite hot, so it is best to direct the exhaust hose straight out to the window. You could add some insulation to the hose to lessen the heat being sent back into the room. The model comes with a little foam insulation and plastic strips to install into the window opening, but you can buy more material to seal up the window better. There is a drip pan at the base of the unit that might need to be drained if excess condensation develops. When I used it last year, I never had to drain it. The fan does continually run even when the compressor is shut off (when your desired temperature is reached), so it is not like a central A/C system that will cut off completely when the desired temperature is attained. Fan noise levels are not excessive. I think it is similar to the noise level of a window unit. It has wheels to move it from room to room. It has no external handles to grab it, but does have a crevice near the top back of the unit with which to hold it. It has horizontal and vertical fins to redirect the air output. The unit comes with a remote that allows you to also set a timer if you wish. You can run the unit with or without the cooling setting (fan only) and there are two fan speeds. I believe there is also a fan with dehumidfy setting, but I have not used it. The efficiency of this system is probably below that of other A/C systems. This type of system is different from the central A/C and window units in that the compressor (the main heat generator of the system) sits INSIDE the house and not outside unlike the others. Because of this, the others can cool down a room MUCH FASTER and BETTER. But, if you just want to cool a small area and not the entire house, then this model may suit your needs. Unit cost at the local H.D. store was $249 in 2011.

Product Description

The LG Electronics 7,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Remote features casters that allow easy movement to the room that needs cooling and is designed to cool 200 sq. ft. for temperature control in a large room. This convenient air conditioner also features a 2-way air direction that spreads the cool air evenly. The air conditioner also features a timer that allows you to create a cooling schedule and a remote control for easy temperature adjustment from across the room. Unit must stay upright for 24 hours before use. Unit must be vented to the outside (use included window installation kit and follow detailed installation instructions in the Owner's Manual. Do not use extension cord(s).

Features

• Designed to cool 200 sq. ft. for temperature control in a large room
• 7,000 BTU cooling for powerful temperature control
• Casters allow easy movement to the room that needs cooling
• 2-speed fan adjusts to your cooling needs

Soleus Air PH4-13R-01 13,000 BTU Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner, 13,000 BTU Heater, Dehumidifier and Fan

I purchased this unit in July 2008 and I have had nothing but problems with it. The Soleus support line is always busy, and when you do get someone, they look for an answer and never call back. My front panel to control the unit does not work, and I have tried to get Soleus to replace the panel, with no luck. I have to use the remote control to use the A/C. Around 2 years of service, and the unit started leaking water. It appears the drain line for the unit is not placed far enough back, and so the water pan just drips out of the unit, right onto the floor. You can pay to have the unit shipped back and repaired they said, but the minimum charge is $150 plus shipping charges. Don't waste your money!

Product Description

All in one powerful machine, this unit includes a 13,000 BTU portable air conditioner, 12,500 BTU heater, 60 pint dehumidifier, and 3-speed fan. The evaporative technology reduces moisture and limits emptying a bucket. Features a programmable digital thermostat, easy-to-read multi-color display, a 24-hour clock timer, LCD remote control and on-board control panel to operate all functions. Also included are heavy duty casters for maximum portability and a window kit with exhaust hoses. Output 115V (60 Hz), 1100 Watts and 10 Amps, with size measurements of 19 (W) x 18.5 (D) x 32.25 (H) inches and weighs 88 pounds. A 1-year limited warranty included.

Features

• 13,000 BTU portable air conditioner and 12,500 BTU heater
• 60 pint dehumidifier and 3-speed fan
• Evaporative technology reduces moisture and limits emptying a bucket
• Programmable digital thermostat
• Window kit and exhaust hoses included

Features