8 Best Portable Air Conditioners of 2022

Key Specs

• Modes: Cool, fan only, dehumidify
• Cord length: 54 in.
• Hose, fully extended: 57 in.
• Electrical /BTU: 12 amps, 14,000 BTU
• Condensate removed: 10 tbspLG’s portable air conditioner was the most powerful. After we set the temperature and fan speed, this unit was blowing ice-cold air before we could even return to our notes. And the automatic movement of the discharge louvers ensured even temperature distribution directed toward the target. It held its temperature very well. Given those features and the appliance’s large BTU number, we think this LG portable unit is well suited for large apartments or office areas that might need extra cooling capacity due to digital equipment. In terms of maintenance, the LP1419IVSM is very good. Two grills cover its twin air filters, and neither requires tools for removal. The top grill is particularly well designed with an easy lift-off feature.

Key Specs

• Modes: Cool, fan only, dehumidify
• Hose, fully extended: Not listed
• Electrical/BTU: 7.3 amps, 5,000 BTU

If you just need to cool a small space, there’s no sense in getting a larger air conditioner than you need. You can save space, money, and energy with this appropriately-sized a/c from Midea. Although it’s not an Energy Star-rated appliance, it uses next-generation R32 refrigerant, has a perfectly respectable efficiency (CEER) of 10.9, and a modest current draw of 7.3 amps while cooling. Its remote senses the temperature and allows you to adjust the cooling.