Best Portable Air Conditioners Under $300

Portable Power

This small AC unit easily mounts on your window and works with smart devices, and includes a remote.

Cools rooms up to 300 square feet. It's an AC, a dehumidifier, and a fan in 1 portable device. You can control it 3 different ways. A built-in-timer keeps it running for pets and a cool home to arrive to.

RHPA - 18001 Portable Air Conditioner

It's too small for some people's needs.

Best Bang for the Buck

Rosewill

Bargain Pick

At 51.8 pounds, this is a lightweight machine with excellent cooling power.

The 8,000-Btu cooling power works well for small apartments or cooling a single room. Comparable power to more expensive models. Self-evaporative and lightweight.

8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

Some reports of leaks.

Zafro

Most Comprehensive

Cool up to 350 square feet with this unit that doubles and triples as a dehumidifier and fan.

The installation kit makes it easy to set up. The fast-cooling tech inside is ideal for apartments and bedrooms. Low noise operation keeps it subtle while you're trying to relax. You can easily transport it from space to space.

3-in-1 Portable Air Conditioner

Some are underwhelmed by the dehumidifying function, and drainage design.

Midea

Best for Small Spaces

A highly affordable 3-in-1 unit that matches the power of more expensive models.

Built-in rollers make it easy to maneuver this portable unit. Cools rooms up to 300 square feet efficiently. Sleek design fits in well with most home decor.

10000 BTU 3-in-1 Portable Air Conditioner

Somewhat noisy. Not self-evaporative, and the water reservoir needs to be emptied frequently.

AireMax

Most Versatile

At 10,000 Btu, this is the most powerful model we considered.

The impressive cooling power is more than sufficient for rooms up to 300 square feet. Reasonably lightweight at 56.2 pounds. The self-evaporative function works well.