The hottest deals on air conditioners to help you keep cool this summer
Original price: $449.99
BLACK+DECKER makes a smart portable air conditioner that also functions as a dehumidifier and a fan. Ideal for small apartments or larger rooms in your home, the AC can cool areas up to 700 square feet. You can control the AC from anywhere with a mobile app that's available on the Apple and Google Play stores. Alexa and Google Assistant users can also control the AC with their voice.
Original price: $499
Instead of storing away your bulky AC for the winter, get the Midea smart inverter air conditioner, which doubles as a small heater. It can cool or heat rooms up to 550 square feet. The Midea AC is so quiet, you'll barely notice it's running.
The ECO energy-saver feature automatically shuts off the AC when the room reaches your optimal temperature. You can wirelessly control the AC unit with the SmartHome App, or with your voice via Alexa or Google Assistant.
Original price: $249
Frigidaire's 6,000 BTU air conditioner is an affordable option for small apartments and rooms. It cools areas up to 250 square feet and runs quietly. You can choose between three different fan speeds and select a custom temperature. You'll be alerted when the reusable filter needs cleaning, you just need to rinse it off.
Save on energy with the Frigidaire's Eco Mode, or use Sleep Mode to gradually increase the temperature overnight. You can also use Dry Mode to remove excess moisture from the air on particularly humid days.
Original price: $439.99
The compact design of the Honeywell Slim & Smart portable AC makes it easy to move around your house as needed. You can control the temperature, schedule and fan speeds all from the Honeywell mobile app, or with your voice using Alexa or Google. Honeywell's AC cools rooms up to 660 square feet, so it's great for most rooms in an average house.
Original price: $439.99
Looking for a quiet, convenient AC? The Dreo portable air conditioner has a patented noise isolation system that ensures the AC runs quietly enough to work or sleep comfortably. There's no need for drainage with this model, thanks to the self-evaporating system that Dreo is known for. Not only does the Dreo system cool, but it dehumidifies and acts as a fan for the cooler summer days.
Smart technology allows you to control the unit using Siri, Alexa and Google Home. You can also monitor the temperature and customize your sleep schedule to set an optimal sleeping temperature right from the Dreo app.
Original price: $359
A Hisense 10,000 BTU air conditioner is easy to maintain and install. The filter is removable and washable, so it's easy to ensure you're always breathing clean air. Included is an easy-to-install window kit that helps you install the AC hassle-free.
The smart 24-hour timer helps you program automatic on/off times that match your schedule. Using this feature, you can be sure your home is nice and cool when you come home from work, but isn't running all day. You can choose between multiple different cooling modes, including fan, dry and cool.
Original price: $219
Cool up to 250 square feet with the GE 6,000 BTU window air conditioner. This efficient model is on the more affordable side, and is a good choice for smaller studio apartments, bedrooms and home offices. This is a quieter AC, so there's no worrying about disruptions when you're studying, working or watching TV. There are three cooling modes, and you can also choose between three different fan speeds to get the perfect temperature.
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There are hundreds of air conditioner models to choose from, so if you're trying to figure out where to start, we answer a few of the most common questions shoppers ask.
Air conditioners' cooling capacity is measured in BTUs, with higher BTU ratings indicating a more powerful unit. If you have a large room, upwards of 300 square feet, look for higher BTU ratings, while smaller rooms can handle lower capacity ACs. Most ACs state the size room they're able to cool.
Yes, there are definitely energy-efficient air conditioner models that take less energy to cool your home. Many ACs also have eco modes that shut the AC off and on when you're not home, when you're sleeping or when it gets cool enough in the room.
With proper maintenance, most air conditioners can last for years. Make sure to take window units out and store them in dry places. Covers or keeping the original boxes to store your ACs in can help components stay clean and safe.
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