Portable Air Conditioners

Portable air conditioners are freestanding air conditioners that provide effective cooling in large to small spaces. Perfect for any space without access to central air or computer and server rooms that just need supplemental cooling, portable air conditioning units are available in a wide range of cooling capacities. Using single or dual exhaust hoses, a portable air conditioner can be easily installed in a room window with a window kit. Some portable AC units can even be configured to work in drop-ceilings.In addition to cooling power, a portable air conditioner also boasts excellent dehumidifying properties. This means that the portable AC not only keeps your room cool, but also removes excess moisture that could lead to indoor air quality problems. Many portable air conditioners come with lots of user-friendly features like remote controls, multiple cooling speeds, programmable timers, and additional operating modes. With our tremendous selection of portable ACs by some of the most trusted names in cooling, you are sure to find the perfect portable air conditioner for your needs.

The most important thing to determine when choosing a portable air conditioner is the size you need. A free standing air conditioner that is too small will not be able to keep up with your cooling demand. On the other hand, an air conditioner that is too large will cool your space, but it won't dehumidify it properly, leading to a damp and clammy environment. For guidance in choosing the right size portable AC for your space, read our Portable Air Conditioner Buying Guide.

Sylvane carries a wide variety of high-quality portable AC units from many of the industry’s top brands.

Soleus Air produces versatile portable air conditioners available in both single- and dual-hose configurations for greater flexibility in installation. Additionally, each Soleus portable air conditioner features a dedicated dehumidifier function, and some can even double as portable heaters.

DeLonghi manufactures self-evaporating portable air conditioners with an innovative plug-and-go design. This eliminates the need for users to empty buckets of collected condensation daily. Each DeLonghi portable air conditioner is backed by one of the longest-running warranty periods of any brand—5 years on all sealed components.

For users interested in value-oriented portable ACs with reliable support and service, a Sunpentown portable air conditioner is a great choice. Sunpentown portable ACs are available as basic freestanding air conditioners or as combination air conditioners and heaters. Many Sunpentown models feature self-evaporating technology for added energy efficiency as well as user-friendly controls.

Similar in form, function, and price to the popular discontinued Amcor line of portable air conditioners, American Comfort offers reliable portable ACs available in a variety of BTU capacities, square-footage ratings, and control features. Furthermore, each American Comfort portable air conditioner is equipped with AutoDrain Technology to remove condensation build-up automatically. Consumers looking for a solid portable air conditioner that performs basic cooling and dehumidifying should consider a Sharp portable air conditioner. Sharp backs each of their portable air conditioner’s compressors with an impressive 7-year warranty.

Known for high reliability and efficiency, Toyotomi portable ACs are reliable, high-quality units that cool, dehumidify, and purify the air in one step. Our Danby portable air conditioners— which are built with the same efficient operating design as the company's popular dehumidifiers— also feature multiple functionalities to give you true multi-season comfort. Featuring bucketless technology, LED displays, and remote control operation, Friedrich portable air conditioners are well-suited to stand up to any residential cooling job.

For commercial-grade cooling jobs, such as cooling server rooms, manufacturing facilities, special event spaces, and healthcare facilities, use a Movincool portable air conditioner. The Movincool CM12 can be easily mounted above a standard drop-ceiling for more versatile venting options.

Eco-conscious consumers will be pleased with the green engineering concepts applied to each Whynter air conditioner. These high-performance portable air conditioners come with self-evaporative technology, easy-to-use manual controls, and a space-saving design.

Do you have more portable air conditioner questions? Please read our Portable AC Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) article.