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Business Insider
23-06-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Where to buy air conditioners: Window, portable, and budget options for beating the heat
We all yearn for sunny summer days during the colder months, but we could definitely do without the sweltering temperatures that accompany them. As temperatures rise into the triple digits in some parts of the country this week, a reliable air conditioner is more essential than ever. But if you were caught unprepared, we've got you covered with where to buy air conditioners before the next heat wave probably already sweating, so don't sweat finding an effective cooling solution for your home. We're here to help with the best places to buy window and portable units that can work in any space, from a large house to a small apartment. With some cheap window units under $200, you'll be able to snag an air conditioner on any | Walmart | Best Buy | Wayfair | The Home DepotAhead, find where to buy air conditioners, along with some tested picks we recommend for each category. Keep in mind that the best models are likely to sell out as the summer continues, so you'll thank yourself later if you place your order window units are almost always the best option for cooling your space if you don't have central air. Options are available that can effectively cool rooms of all sizes, and they tend to be more efficient than portable models. Plus, they take up virtually no space, even in small apartments. Browse units from Frigidaire, GE, and | Walmart | Best Buy | Wayfair | The Home Depot If you have a medium-sized room, the Friedrich Chill Premier Smart Window Air Conditioner (CCF08A10A) is your best option with its impressive cooling abilities, smart connectivity, and long warranty. The main differences are this model is not Wi-Fi-enabled and has more cooling power at 12,000 BTU (versus 10,000) so it can cool rooms of between 450 and 550 square feet in size. Frigidaire is one of our favorite air conditioner brands, and this 10,000-Btu unit is Energy Star-certified and features WiFi connectivity. While window units often deliver the best air conditioning results and are more affordable, they can be a hassle to install, and not every space, including windowless rooms, will accommodate them. Luckily, investing in one of the best portable air conditioners can get the job done while also offering more flexibility, as they can be moved from room to room with ease. Browse options from Midea, Black + Decker, and you're unsure whether a window unit or portable unit is right for you, check out our portable air conditioners versus window air conditioners guide for a full | Walmart | Best Buy | Wayfair | The Home Depot The Midea Duo Smart Inverter Portable Air Conditioner has a feature-rich app that pairs with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control, and it does an outstanding job of cooling while operating quietly. The LG LP0621WSR Portable Air Conditioner is the most affordable unit we tested and does a decent job of cooling while making relatively little noise. The Whynter ARC-14S Dual Hose Portable Air Conditioner may be big and not as portable as other units, but it did the best job of cooling our 550-square-foot test room. You already have an energy bill to pay, so purchasing your air conditioning unit alone shouldn't break the bank. Luckily, there are still plenty of high-quality window units and portable air conditioners under $200. Browse through budget options from GE, homeLabs, Whirlpool, and | Walmart | Best Buy | Wayfair If ACs are allowed in your dorm and you can afford it, this GE air conditioner is an outstanding option. It's a lower-BTU version of our best budget air conditioner so your room won't get too cold and clammy. The 5,000 BTU hOmeLabs Window Air Conditioner is easy to use and great for smaller rooms, but the best thing about it is that it costs just over $100. While we haven't tested this window air conditioner, Amazon Basics consistently makes quality products at a budget price. This unit will help you cool a small room without breaking the bank. Check out our roundup of the best electric fans for more ways to stay cool this summer.
Daily Mirror
13-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Amazon knocks £95 off best-selling air conditioning unit
The air con unit can be controlled using a smartphone and has four operating modes, including a dehumidifier setting The current heatwave has brought gloriously sunny weather to the UK, as well as soaring temperatures that can be unbearable when trying to sleep or work from home. Amazon may have the answer, with the online retailer now offering its best-selling Pro Breeze 5000 BTU Portable Air Conditioning Unit on sale. Originally priced at £279.99, the handy gadget currently has a £95 discount, bringing the cost down to £184.99. This is the cheapest price around, with the unit costing £199.99 when bought directly from Pro Breeze and Debenhams. The aircon unit has four operating modes - air cooling, dehumidifier, fan-only and energy-saving sleep mode - to help keep households cool this summer. It has adjustable louvre vents to optimise airflow and comes with two window venting kits to fit the unit on sliding or hinged windows. The Pro Breeze unit has easy-to-use touch buttons and a remote control so that the operating modes, fan speeds, 24-hour timer and thermostat can be easily adjusted without having to move. The smart aircon unit can also be controlled via a smartphone through the free Pro Breeze app. For shoppers wanting to explore more AC units, Argos is currently offering a £60 discount on the De'Longhi Pinguino Compact ES72 Portable Air Conditioner. Now priced at £400, this gadget has three speed settings, a 24-hour timer and comes with a remote control. A more budget-friendly option is the LOGIK L48ACW20 Portable Air Cooler that's currently on sale at Currys for £59. It only offers a seven-hour timer, but has three speed settings and includes a remote control. Over 1,300 Amazon customers have reviewed the Pro Breeze 5000 BTU Portable Air Conditioning Unit to date, awarding it an overall score of 4.2 out of five. One impressed buyer rated it five stars and commented: "As a woman of a certain age, I get a bit overheated on the odd hot day we have in this country. I bought this when the price was reduced, and it arrived on the first day of our four-day summer. Perfect for instant cooling. In the bedroom, it took less than 10 minutes to drop the temperature by six degrees. "I had it on the top landing one day as I work upstairs, and it kept at a steady 20 degrees, no problem. Very loud on full fan, but it didn't really bother me. It does have a sleep mode which is quieter, but we didn't need it overnight... Not used the window fixer yet as we move it around which is really easy on its wheels. Quite heavy so it takes both of us to take it up and down stairs if we ever need to. Has a remote which is great, but I love that it connects to an app on my phone as I am a techy geek." A second delighted shopper wrote: " This product is an absolute game changer, I am so pleased I purchased it and highly recommend anyone else who is considering buying it to go ahead, you won't regret it. I live in a one-bed flat which gets the sun from 3pm onwards and turns into what essentially feels like a sauna. I have Dyson fans in each room, and whilst they too are great, they only cool the specific area it is pointing at. I have not had an air conditioning unit before, and it is simply amazing. My only regret is not taking the plunge and buying it years ago. "It is really quick and easy to set up and operate, and the first time I used it, I was in complete disbelief as it cooled the room down so quickly… It has wheels already attached, and it glides with ease from room to room when you need to move it. 10/10 product, I am forever grateful and cannot live without this now." Unfortunately, one person was left unimpressed due to the noise of the Pro Breeze Air Con Unit, as they explained: "We bought this to keep our bedroom cool. The unit is so noisy even on its night setting, so we had to turn it off. I would not recommend this unit to anyone who wants to keep a bedroom cool. Perhaps it would possibly be ok for an office space."
