10 best portable air conditioners in 2026 (191+ compared)

Our top-rated Avalla portable air conditioner is Avalla S-200, achieving an overall score of 6.81 points, a cooling capacity of 9000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 35 m², and priced around £270.

The Avalla S-200 is a portable 3-in-1 climate control unit that functions as a 9,000 BTU air conditioner, a 2-speed fan, and a powerful 24L/day dehumidifier utilizing eco-friendly R-290 refrigerant gas. It delivers an airflow rate of 310 m³/h to actively cool rooms up to 88m³ down to a minimum temperature of 16°C while drawing 891W to 1003W of power with a Class A energy efficiency rating.

Runner-up: Avalla S-150, with an overall score of 6.59 points, a cooling capacity of 8000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 32 m², and a price of around £260.

Topping the Black+Decker selection is BLACK+DECKER BXAC40025GB, earning an overall score of 7.06 points, a cooling capacity of 9000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 37 m², and costing around £330.

The BLACK+DECKER BXAC40025GB is a versatile 3-in-1 mobile air conditioner, fan, and dehumidifier designed for rooms up to 37 square meters, featuring a 9,000 BTU (2.6 kW) cooling capacity, two speed settings, and an airflow rate of up to 347 m³/h. Its standout pros include a highly efficient Class A energy rating, built-in Wi-Fi compatibility for smart remote control via the BLACK+DECKER Home App (as well as Alexa and Google Assistant), a programmable 24-hour timer, an adjustable thermostat ranging from 16 to 32°C, and a high-performance dehumidifying system capable of extracting up to 21 liters of moisture per day.

Runner-up: BLACK+DECKER BXAC40033GB, with an overall score of 6.23 points, a cooling capacity of 7000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 20 m², and a price of around £260.

The best De'Longhi portable air conditioner is De'Longhi Pinguino PAC EL110 ERF Silent, with an overall score of 7.41 points, a cooling capacity of 11000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 44 m², and a price of around £700.

The De'Longhi Pinguino PAC EL110 ERF Silent is an Class A energy-efficient portable air conditioner with a powerful 11,000 BTU/h (2.9 kW) cooling capacity, suitable for rooms up to 110 m³ (approximately 36 m²). This multifunctional unit utilizes eco-friendly R290 refrigerant gas and features three distinct operation modes: cooling, fan-only, and a dehumidifier capable of extracting up to 35 liters of moisture per 24 hours.

Best value alternative: De'Longhi Pinguino PACEM77 Silent, with an overall score of 6.87 points, a cooling capacity of 9000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 25 m², and a price of around £400.

Explore our dedicated best De'Longhi portable air conditioners guide for full model rankings.

Ranking first among Klarstein models is Klarstein Metrobreeze New York Smart, with an overall score of 7.84 points, a cooling capacity of 12000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 59 m², and available for around £430.

The Klarstein Metrobreeze New York Smart is a 3-in-1 portable air conditioner, fan, and dehumidifier available in variants ranging from 7,000 BTU (2.1 kW) up to 12,000 BTU (3.5 kW) of cooling power, supporting an adjustable temperature range of 17–30 °C and an airflow max of 290 to 360 m³/h. It features an Energy Efficiency Class A rating, an eco-friendly R290 refrigerant, a 24-hour programmable timer, 3 fan speeds, and built-in floor castors for easy mobility.

Runner-up: Klarstein Metrobreeze New York, with an overall score of 7.59 points, a cooling capacity of 9000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 59 m², and a price of around £430.

Our top-rated Rowenta portable air conditioner is Rowenta AU5620 Turbo Eco Sense+, achieving an overall score of 7.55 points, a cooling capacity of 13000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 46 m², and priced around £620.

The Rowenta AU5620 Turbo Eco Sense+ is a 3-in-1 portable air conditioner, dehumidifier, and fan that features a powerful 13,000 BTU (3,500 W) cooling capacity designed to cover large rooms up to 120 m³ (approximately 37-46 m²). Its main characteristics include an energy-efficient Class A rating, an Eco mode that automatically sets target temperatures to optimize power usage, a 24-hour timer, and a rotatable air outlet panel adjustable from 15° to 70° for uniform airflow distribution.

Runner-up: Rowenta AU4010F0 Intense Cool, with an overall score of 6.25 points, a cooling capacity of 8000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 26 m², and a price of around £400.

Leading the Suntec lineup is Suntec 17353 Coolfixx 3.5, delivering an overall score of 7.68 points, a cooling capacity of 12000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 60 m², and retailing for around £450.

The Suntec 17353 Coolfixx 3.5 Eco R290 is a versatile 4-in-1 portable air conditioner designed for rooms up to 60 m² (130 m³), featuring an energy efficiency class A rating, a robust cooling capacity of 12,000 BTU/h (1,540W power consumption), a heating output of 9,500 BTU/h, a dehumidification rate of 1.1 liters per hour, and 3 ventilation settings driving up to 400 m³/h of air circulation. Key performance pros include its eco-friendly R290 refrigerant, a precise manual temperature range of 16–31 °C, full smart integration via the Suntec Wellness app alongside a standard remote control, and a functional 1–24 hour timer combined with a darkened sleep mode.

Runner-up: Suntec 15144 Advance 9.0 Eco, with an overall score of 6.89 points, a cooling capacity of 9000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 34 m², and a price of around £880.

Ranking first among Argo models is ARGO Milo Plus, with an overall score of 8.25 points, a cooling capacity of 13000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 45 m², and available for around £370.

The ARGO Milo Plus is a versatile 4-in-1 local monobloc portable air conditioner featuring cooling, heating, ventilation, and dehumidification capabilities. It delivers a powerful 13,000 BTU/h (3,500W) capacity with an air flow rate up to 380 m³/h, utilizing eco-friendly R290 refrigerant.

Runner-up: ARGO Orion Plus, with an overall score of 7.79 points, a cooling capacity of 13000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 30 m², and a price of around £320.

Topping the Comfee selection is COMFEE' MPPHA-07CRN7, earning an overall score of 5.91 points, a cooling capacity of 7000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 25 m², and costing around £250.

The COMFEE' MPPHA-07CRN7 is a 3-in-1 portable air conditioner featuring cooling, fan, and dehumidification modes with a 7,000 BTU (2.0 kW) cooling capacity, optimized for small rooms up to 25 square meters. It operates with eco-friendly R290 refrigerant, a 2.6 Energy Efficiency Ratio (Class A rating), a 24-hour timer, and a 46-liter daily moisture removal rate.

Runner-up: COMFEE' MPD1-12CRN7, with an overall score of 8.22 points, a cooling capacity of 12000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 43 m², and a price of around £480.

The best Olimpia Splendid portable air conditioner is Olimpia Splendid 01918 Dolceclima Air Pro, with an overall score of 8.5 points, a cooling capacity of 14000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 48 m², and a price of around £510.

The Olimpia Splendid 01918 Dolceclima Air Pro 14 HP is a versatile, all-season portable air conditioner featuring a powerful 14,000 BTU/h (3.52 kW) cooling capacity and an integrated 2.9 kW heat pump for efficient heating during intermediate seasons. Operating with eco-friendly R290 natural refrigerant gas, this unit delivers a high moisture-removal rate of 3.3 liters per hour and a strong air flow of 420 m³/h, utilizing an A-class energy efficiency rating for cooling (EER 2.6) and A+ for heating (COP 2.8).

Best value alternative: Olimpia Splendid Dolceclima 12 Wifi, with an overall score of 7.87 points, a cooling capacity of 12000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 35 m², and a price of around £330.

The best Shinco portable air conditioner is Shinco SPK2-09C, with an overall score of 6.46 points, a cooling capacity of 9000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 22 m², and a price of around £170.

The Shinco SPK2-09C is a compact 3-in-1 portable air conditioner designed for spaces up to 22 m², offering a cooling capacity of 9,000 BTU (2.6 kW), a dehumidification performance of 21.6 liters per day, and a 2-speed circulation fan. Its main characteristics include an eco-friendly R290 refrigerant, a 24-hour programmable timer, an intelligent LED control panel with a remote, and a sleep mode that automatically adjusts temperature overnight.

Runner-up: Shinco 7000BTU 2.1kW, with an overall score of 5.77 points, a cooling capacity of 7000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 18 m², and a price of around £190.

Leading the Whynter lineup is Whynter ARC-1230WN, delivering an overall score of 8.77 points, a cooling capacity of 14000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 56 m², and retailing for around £500.

The Whynter ARC-1230WN is a premium 14,000 BTU (12,000 BTU SACC) portable air conditioner utilizing advanced inverter technology and an innovative single-assembly, dual-hose ("hose-in-hose") system to efficiently cool rooms up to 600 square feet. Operating at 115V with a maximum power consumption of 1293W and 11.9A, it offers three primary modes—cooling, fan, and dehumidification (up to 87 pints per day)—and features convenient NetHome Plus app Wi-Fi connectivity compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, an 80-degree automatic louver, and a patented self-evaporating auto-drain system.

Runner-up: Whynter ARC-1030WN, with an overall score of 8.57 points, a cooling capacity of 12000 BTU/h, a recommended room size of up to 46 m², and a price of around £480.

See our complete best Whynter portable air conditioners guide for in-depth comparisons and alternatives.