Portable
Whynter Elite ARC-122DS
Cooling
12,000 BTU
Covers
400 ft²
Efficiency
5.8 CEER
Noise
52 dB
$550 est.
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Midea Duo MAP12S1TBL
by Midea · Model MAP12S1TBL
The best overall portable — a hose-in-hose inverter design that's far quieter and more efficient than typical portables.
Cooling
12,000 BTU
Covers
450 ft²
Efficiency
9 CEER
Noise
53 dB
$499 est.
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Strengths & trade-offs
Pros
- Inverter — ~40% energy savings
- Quiet for a portable
- App + Alexa/Google
Cons
- Pricier than basic portables
- Takes floor space
What the Midea Duo MAP12S1TBL costs to run
Estimated from this unit's 9 CEER rating at 8 hours/day of cooling, using average residential electricity rates for each US climate zone. Your usage and utility rate will shift these numbers — run the calculator for your exact room.
| Climate zone | Example regions | Est. cost / month |
|---|---|---|
| Cool North | Pacific NW, Upper Midwest, New England | $51 /mo |
| Mixed / Temperate | Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Mountain | $54 /mo |
| Hot & Humid | Southeast, Gulf Coast, Texas | $45 /mo |
| Hot & Dry | Southwest, Desert | $48 /mo |
Full specifications
| Type | Portable air conditioner |
| Cooling capacity | 12,000 BTU |
| Rated coverage | 450 ft² |
| Efficiency | 9 CEER |
| Noise (low) | 53 dB |
| Smart features | App, Voice, Scheduling |
| ENERGY STAR | No |
| Model number | MAP12S1TBL |
| Typical street price | $499 |
Specs from manufacturer data; price and ratings are snapshots and may vary. See how we evaluate.
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