Although air conditioning units are generally subdivided into a number of categories, including window, split and whole house/building units, they still work the same, with the compressor ...

These high-powered, energy-efficient window air conditioner units are perfect for cooling your room in no time. Laboratory Technical Project Manager Gianmarco Chumbe has been part of the CNET Home ...

When summer approaches, a window air conditioner can be your best friend, an easy and relatively inexpensive way to transform your room from a sauna into an oasis. While it may seem that window ...

Gradient's advanced window unit can heat and cool 500 square feet of your home, and it doesn't require any electrical work.

For those without central air conditioning, window AC units are probably the next best thing. While it’s considered a ...

This high-end, portable air conditioner has a dual-hose design for efficient cooling. Pros: The dual-hose design effectively ...

Its major features are a remote control and an “eco mode” that acts like a thermostat, turning off the unit when the room is already cool enough. The Frigidaire FFRA051WAE is a window AC with ...

So our first and best advice is to buy a window unit, which can be both cheaper and more effective at cooling a room. In our portable air conditioner tests, we measure how long it takes a unit to ...

While they typically cost more than window AC units, the best portable air conditioners are a great solution in wildfire emergencies (especially in areas that don't regularly see sustained ...

Window AC: Easy to install, fits in a window or wall opening. Split AC: Requires professional installation, consists of indoor and outdoor units. Window AC: Generally ...