Ah, summer. It’s the perfect time for many exciting and nostalgia-driven pastimesPool parties, BBQs, beach trips — fun!
What’s not so fun? Being sweaty. And, you guessed it, summer is prime time for sweating through your clothes and subsequently looking atrocious in any and all cute photo opportunities. (Pro tip: Avoid gray shirts or prepare for new and unplanned designs on your top.)
That’s why it is monumentally important to have an air conditioning unit that will, at the very least, keep you comfortable at home while the humidity wreaks havoc upon the rest of the outside world. But, powerful ACs present a not-so-itty-bitty problem that many of us rarely consider: Their effect on our environment. Read more…
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BEST OVERALL
LG Art Cool Mirror
Packed with plenty of high-end features and energy-savings functions, it’s a hard one to beat.
- Type: Wall-Mounted
- BTU: 12,000
- Energy Star Certified: Yes
$669 from AJ Madison
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BEST FOR SMALL SPACES
Evapolar EvaLight Personal Air Cooler
Put it near your desk or in your office to keep you cool while you work, or position yourself in front of it while you play video games.
- Type: Portable
- BTU: N/A
- Energy Star Certified: No
$129 from Amazon
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BEST SMART CONTROLS
Frigidaire Cool Connect
Use the Frigidaire app to control the device from anywhere and thus conserve energy consumption.
- Type: Window
- BTU: 6,000
- Energy Star Certified: Yes
$279 from Home Depot
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BEST WINDOW UNIT
LG LW1817IVSM
This is one of the best window units you can get — although it’s pricey, the smart features, unique modes, and energy savings make it a worthy purchase.
- Type: Window
- BTU: 18,000
- Energy Star Certified: Yes
$609.99 from LG Electronics
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BEST PORTABLE UNIT WITH A DEHUMIDIFIER
Honeywell MN12CES
A good option for those looking for a portable AC unit and the dehumidifying function is a nice touch.
- Type: Portable
- BTU: 12,000
- Energy Star Certified: Yes
$499 from Amazon
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BEST FOR A LOW BUDGET
Whirlpool Energy Star
A great budget option that still includes helpful, eco-friendly features.
- Type: Window
- BTU: 6,000
- Energy Star Certified: Yes
$208.30 from Amazon
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BEST YEAR-ROUND CLIMATE CONTROL
NewAir 14100H
Thanks to the built-in heater, this AC unit can be useful throughout the entire year.
- Type: Portable
- BTU: 14,000
- Energy Star Certified: Yes
$541.99 from Amazon
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HIGHEST RATED ON AMAZON
Whynter ARC-14S
Online reviewers love this machine for its speed and dependability.
- Type: Portable
- BTU: 14,000
- Energy Star Certified: Yes
$469.99 from Amazon
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BEST BUNDLE
Pioneer Mini Split AC with Heat Pump
This comprehensive AC bundle practically pays for itself with its year-round value and energy-saving attributes.
- Type: Wall-Mounted
- BTU: 12,000
- Energy Star Certified: Yes
$740.73 from Amazon
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BEST VALUE
Tosot Window Air Conditioner
The device will even regulate the temperature based on how hot or cold the environment is around the included controller.
- Type: Window
- BTU: 8,000
- Energy Star Certified: Yes
$299.99 from Amazon
Source : 10 of the best eco-friendly air conditioners, according to online reviews
