The best portable air conditioners are reliable and cool down your space efficiently. We tested and vetted top picks from LG, Black+Decker, and more.

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In Consumer Reports' tests of portable air conditioners, many struggled to cool a room. Here's what to consider if a portable air conditioner is your only choice.

Our home improvement pros at the Good Housekeeping Institute reviewed and tested more than 30 portable air conditioners.

Discover how to pick the right portable air conditioner with tips on size, BTUs, energy use, and key features.

From cooling capacity to dual or single-hose, there’s a lot to know when choosing the right portable air conditioner for your home. Find it all here.

If portable air conditioning units sound like the answer for your comfort, here are the major factors to keep in mind when choosing a portable air conditioner.

A portable air conditioner is like a window A/C unit on wheels. It can be moved from room to room, and you usually vent it through a window. Want to cool down your house without installing central A/C? …

An easier factor to look at when choosing a portable air conditioner is the room size it's intended for. An air conditioner that's too small won't keep up with the cooling demands of your environment, while …

From cooling capacity to dual or single-hose, there’s a lot to know when choosing the right portable air conditioner for your home. Find it all here.