Best budget
Portable
BLACK+DECKER BPACT14WT
Cooling
14,000 BTU
Covers
350 ft²
Efficiency
6.1 CEER
Noise
59 dB
$399 est.
typical retail pricePortable
Whynter ARC-1230WN
by Whynter · Model ARC-1230WN
A true dual-hose portable that dominates cooling tests — the pick when you need to chill a big, hot room fast.
Cooling
14,000 BTU
Covers
600 ft²
Efficiency
12.3CEER
Noise
58 dB
$629 est.
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Strengths & trade-offs
Pros
- Class-leading cooling
- True dual-hose (no negative pressure)
- Covers up to 600 ft²
Cons
- Loud on high (58 dB)
- Bulky
What the Whynter ARC-1230WN costs to run
Estimated from this unit's 12.3CEER 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 | $44 /mo |
| Mixed / Temperate | Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Mountain | $46 /mo |
| Hot & Humid | Southeast, Gulf Coast, Texas | $38 /mo |
| Hot & Dry | Southwest, Desert | $41 /mo |
Full specifications
| Type | Portable air conditioner |
| Cooling capacity | 14,000 BTU |
| Rated coverage | 600 ft² |
| Efficiency | 12.3 CEER |
| Noise (low) | 58 dB |
| Smart features | App |
| ENERGY STAR | No |
| Model number | ARC-1230WN |
| Typical street price | $629 |
Specs from manufacturer data; price and ratings are snapshots and may vary. See how we evaluate. Data last reviewed June 2026.
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