Portable Air Conditioners

Our top picks deliver cool relief when and where you need it– some even dry the air and keep you warm come winter.

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BEST OVERALL

WHYNTER Dual Hose Portable Air Conditioner, $500

• Provides fast, powerful cooling over large spaces

• Doubles as a dehumidifier

• Quiet operation

LAB RESULTS: Testers liked the Whynter's programmable timer, which lets you do things like set the AC to go on before you'll be home. In dehumidifier mode, this AC can remove up to 71 pints of moisture in a 24-hour period, according to the brand.

BEST FOR YEAR-ROUND USE