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This summer's heatwave won't knock you down.

If you don't have central air (or your current AC setup keeps you cooped up in one room to combat the heat), consider investing in a portable air conditioner. It won't limit you to a single space or style, and you can easily hide it away when not in use. Fans are great, but why settle? The hassle of fixing an air conditioner and finding the perfect window to catch a breeze can honestly feel like an intense workout. So, to ease the process, we've found the best portable air conditioner models that are easy to maneuver and well-equipped to beat the heat and high humidity.

We searched high and low for that top-reviewed portable air conditioners to cool down your home. They're all smart and Wi-Fi controlled, and some even have wheels! Keep your window bulky-free with the highest-rated options we've listed below, featuring reviews by actual customers.

This LED display sleek air conditioner is perfect for 150 to 250 sq. ft rooms. It automatically shuts off itself to save power and the energy of getting up to manually switch it off.

"We have a two-bedroom apartment and it can actually cool down the living room and kitchen area after an hour on a medium setting. If the AC is used in a bedroom it gets pretty cold pretty fast." —Matt

This air conditioner is also a dehumidifier, making it the best option for muggy summer days and heat. The filter is washable which cuts costs on replacements.

"I got this for my sunroom which gets stifling hot in the summer. I didn't want to put in a traditional window air conditioner because of the noise so I got this. I'm very pleased with the noise level. It has three speeds and even on high is not loud and actually sounds pleasant. It also works as just a dehumidifier, which is great if it's not too hot, but still muggy." —Joe

If you're silently suffering during Zoom meetings or phone calls at your home office, this air conditioner is super quiet and keeps you cool under pressure. It includes Wi-Fi control (so long remotes!) and coverage for rooms up to 600-sq. ft.

"This AC is the best one that I have had. I love the WiFi feature, especially living in a desert, I can cool off my room before I get back home." —JD

Cost-efficient and compact, this air conditioner is perfect if you need your personal space to be nice and cool. It also works as a humidifier.

"I just got mine today and I love it already! I love the design, how compact and small it is." — Briana

A fan favorite, this air conditioner is reliable and effective in every season. It also has heating options for chilly weather, so you are able to roll it wherever it needs to go.

"This is a compact unit that is very good at cooling our garage. It keeps the temps at the preselected level and is really quiet."

Budget-friendly, this portable air conditioner is great for medium-sized rooms up to 350 sq. ft. With built-in air conditioning, fan modes, and dehumidifying settings, this unit will do everything you ask and more!

"My bedroom is 10’ x 10’ and the unit quite easily cools it by tens of degrees within an hour or two. It cools my entire condo of 720 square feet by a few degrees if I leave it on overnight." —Patrick

This smart air conditioner is compatible with Alexa and Google Home. It can cool, dry, or circulate like a fan in your home making it a great fit for any room, especially large spaces.

"I bought this product last September and I used it in the room where it gets very hot during the summer. It produced nice, cool air and also the Wi-Fi system works very well even from another side of town, so I can start cooling down the room before I arrive. It's easy to use, control and install as well." — Bob

Slim but powerful, this portable air conditioner cuts down the carbon emissions in your home, includes a thermostat, and can be used all year long.

"This AC has been a life changer in the heavy heat. I have an 870 sq. ft. apartment...and it really cools the place down, especially in the open living and kitchen area." — Krystal