BEST PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONERS FOR TENTS
ZERO BREEZE Z19-B PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER FOR CAMPING
The Zero Breeze Z19-B camping air conditioner is the ideal “carry-around” appliance every outdoor lover should have. Fitted with a 1,100 BTU patented micro compressor, this camping ac can drop temperatures from 90℉ to 72℉ in closed tents up to 50 square feet.
With the Z19-B, you will have all the items you’ll need for camping because it combines the benefits of 5 appliances in one powerful ac unit. In addition to cooling and fanning your tent, it features a USB charging station, a Bluetooth music player, and LED lighting.
It weighs only 12.8 pounds, which makes it easy to carry around, and installation is quick and easy. Even though it does not include a battery, the Z19-B offers you several ways to power it up. You can use a wall outlet, a propane or lithium powered portable generator, or a 12V car battery.
PROS
It performs five functions
It is lightweight
It has several power-up options.
CONS
It does not include a battery, so you have to bring a separate power source.
TRIPP LITE SRCOOL12K PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER
The Tripp Lite SCROOL12K is a small, portable, and self-contained ac that is perfect for use in tents, back offices, IT rooms, and other areas where most cooling solutions don’t fit. It produces 12,000 BTUs of cooling power and uses the environmentally friendly R410a refrigerant to abide by worldwide standards.
Its self-contained design means simple installation and hassle-free maintenance of the unit. It has a built-in evaporator that evaporates moisture and blows off the condensate through a single-hose exhaust system, which you must connect to the outside properly. This way, you will not have to worry about checking and emptying the collection pan frequently (except in very humid areas).
You can also install the optional Scroolnet network module to the unit to monitor temperatures, control settings, or receive alerts from anywhere at any time.
This Tripp Lite portable ac comes with a window kit, a dropped ceiling vent kit, and a 118-long exhaust hose for more venting flexibility.
PROS
It has rolling casters for easier portability
Quiet with noise levels at 50dB
10.7 Energy Efficiency Ratio
it comes with a window kit and a dropped ceiling vent kit.
CONS
The Scroolnet network module is bought separately.
UNINEX SAC1800 MOBILE SPOT COOLER
The Nakatomi Uninex SAC1800 spot cooler produces 6,143 BTUs of cooling power enough to cool spaces up to 77 square feet making it perfect for cooling and dehumidifying a standard two-person tent.
While in operation, this ac produces approximately 60dB of noise, which is low and will not disrupt your peace. It weighs about 50.7lbs (a bit heavy), but it has two side top-face handles and four rolling caster wheels so you can move it around with ease. It has a 0.8-gallon tank that holds moisture during dehumidification; alternatively, you can hook up the unit for continuous drainage if you dont want to worry about emptying the tank.
The SAC1800 ac is ETL certified, and it uses the approved environmentally friendly R410a refrigerant. Also, it comes already assembled, so all you have to do is plug it in and start cooling your spot.
PROS
IT is ETL certified
No assembly required
Doubles up as a dehumidifier
Operates quietly
CONS
It only cools where it is directed.
EVAPOLAR EV-500W PERSONAL EVAPORATIVE AIR COOLER
The Evapolar EV-500W is a lightweight and energy-efficient evaporative air cooler ideal for personal use. It can cool and clean areas up to 45 square feet in front of it at the touch of a button.
It has a competent leakage proof operation system and a large enough water tank that allows you to enjoy coolness for up to nine hours. It also has a handle on the body that makes it easy to carry everywhere you need cooling. This versatile ac cooler also serves as a humidifier during winter.
The Evapolar EV-500W also filters out dust particles to increase the quality of air around you for better breathing, and the fully biodegradable cooling pads hinder bacterial growth.
PROS
Lightweight and energy efficient
Performs three functions in one (cooling, humidification and air filtering)
Has only one operation button
It has colorful LED lights.
CONS
The biodegradable cooling pads have to be replaced often
The replacement cooling pads are pricey
MightyKool 12V CONVERTER BUNDLE COOLER
The MightyKool 12V portable ac is an efficient cooler that is powered either by direct current (DC) or a 110/220V inverter. It can hold about 1 gallon of water to cool your space by up to 25 degrees in the dry season and 10 degrees during humid seasons. Also, it has a cooling speed of 25mph, so you’ll feel the cooling relief almost instantly.
It addition to that, it has two fans and alterable air vents to direct cold air to wherever you need it. It also has a water level indicator to alert you in case the water reservoir needs refilling. Any 12V port can power this cooler, or you can plug it directly to any 110V outlet.
This MightyKool 12V unit is 9″ by 8″ so it fits almost anywhere, and weighs only 6.5 pounds, so you will find it easy to install and use.
PROS
Lightweight hence easily portable
Fast spot cooling
Water level indicator
Easy to operate
Durable
CONS
It is a bit pricey
JHS A001-10KR/D PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER
The JHS A001-10KR/D is a powerful mobile ac that churns out 10,000 BTUs of cooling power, enough to lower temperatures for spaces up to 300 square feet. It functions as an air conditioner, a fan, and a dehumidifier that can remove up to 50.7 pints of moisture from the air per day.
This ac is quipped with all-direction stainless rolling casters and a sturdy handle at the top so you can roll it freely from one place to another at your convenience. It features a 24 hr programmable timer, and an adjustable thermostat with temperature ranges between 61°F – 88°F, which gives you total control of the climate around you.
Furthermore, this JHS ac has a full feature remote control and an LED digital display panel that allows you to manage all unit settings from across the room. It is quick to install, and it comes with a full window kit and an exhaust hose.
PROS
Powerful cooling
High dehumidification capacity
Programmable timer
Wide temperature range
Remote controlled
Washable air filters
CONS
It is loud