Having the best portable air conditioner in your home is a must-have for hot summer days and nights. But one of the most common mistakes everyone makes with portable air conditioners is putting them ...

Most people buy a portable air conditioner to keep their rooms cool without needing to install a window unit or central AC. But many people don’t realize that portable ACs regularly collect water—and ...

Given the language we use to describe a heat wave, there's no wonder we'll go to great lengths to escape it. When the sun beats us down, we often describe the experience in terms of cooking ... we're ...

There isn't a clear superior option between window units and portable options. Choosing between the two largely depends on ...

Portable ACs have specific quirks to consider. Here's what I learned about buying and installing a mobile air conditioner. John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home ...