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LG LW1016ER Window-Mounted Air Conditioner Best Window Air Conditioner

An awesome AC for those who don't want any extra holes in their walls and are ready to sacrifice a window in exchange for some cool comfort. ❄️

Pros - Cools a room up to 450 sq. Ft (42 sq. m)
- Awesome energy efficiency
Cons - Price
- Too loud for some customers

Pioneer Split Heatpump Best Split-System

Split-system ACs are fabulous when you don't have a window you're ready to block for the whole summer. They're also super quiet, which is an important feat for sound-sensitive people or little kids. ????

Pros - Quieter than window-mounted and wall-mounted ACs
- Doesn't block windows, doesn't require massive holes in the wall;
- Energy-efficient;
Cons - Significantly pricier than other types of AC;
- Should be installed by a qualified professional;
- The indoor part is stylish, the outdoor is slightly ugly;

Frigidaire Through-the-Wall Air Conditioner Best Wall Air Conditioner

If you need an AC for a place without windows and aren't ready to invest in full-blown split-system, this could be a solution—if you're ready for an extra hole in the wall, that is. ????

Pros - Suitable for windowless places;
- Almost as effective as a split-system, but costs much less;
Cons - Not exactly pretty;

Friedrich Chill Air Conditioner Best for Small Spaces

Among all window-mounted ACs, this seems to work particularly well for small places. Just make sure it can be mounted on your particular window!

Pros - Quiet;
- Energy saving mode;
- Washable, antimicrobial filters;
Cons - Can't be mounted on some windows;
- As long as the AC is mounted, the window is essentially blocked;

LG Energy Star Window Air Conditioner Best for Large Spaces

Sometimes you need to cool a place that's too big for most ACs. If that's the case, this beast is pretty much guaranteed to get the job done. ????

Pros - Effectively cools up to 1560 sq. Ft. (145 sq. m);
- Dehumidifies about 7.7 pints (3.6 l) per hour
Cons - It's still a window-mounted AC, so obviously—it will block one window as long as it's installed;
- Costs quite a bit;

Kenmore Smart Air Conditioner Best Smart Air Conditioner

If you're looking for a smart device to fit a modern home, this AC by Kenmore is a good option to consider. Control it with your phone anytime you want! ????

Pros - App-controlled: set schedules, control the temperature, change modes, everything with your smartphone;
- Kinda works with Alexa;
Cons - Requires a 240V plug, which is not common in some parts of the US;
- A bit too loud for some people;
- Integration with Alexa is a bit unstable for some people;

Whynter Dual Hose Portable Air Conditioner Best Portable

Sometimes you need a single AC to work in different rooms from time to time. If that's the case, and you have a window in each of those rooms, this portable AC might be great for you or your recipient.

Pros - Great for when you need a single device to cool different parts of the home every once in a while;
- Remote control, activated carbon air filter, washable pre-filter;
- Really quiet (noise level up to 56 dBA);
Cons - A bit bulky. If you need REAL mobility (more than cooling power), consider a fan instead;
- You'll still need a window to run it;
- Some customers reported leaking;

About Gift

Know someone who's tired of living in an oven? Need some extra help to make their summer heatwaves tolerable again? Looking for a gift for someone who's extremely heat-sensitive?

Well, how about an air conditioner? 😉

Much more effective than an air fan, a reliable AC is enough to instantly level up the climate in your recipient's home or office. Of course, this means more happiness, more productivity, and a generally higher quality of life.

Here's a quick rundown of our favorite air conditioners at the moment!

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