No, you’re not imagining it; most of the country is currently facing a heatwave so intense that CNN is calling it “punishing.” The Weather Channel says these high temps aren’t going anywhere and will, in fact, get higher through the Fourth of July this weekend. Luckily, we spotted a compact, portable AC unit for under $40, before the cookouts and fireworks. Amazon can be fishy with its pricing, but rest assured, we use reliable third-party trackers to confirm this deal. This unit originally went for $189.99, dipped to $99.99 and now is going for just $37.99 — that’s 78% off the OG price.
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An evaporative air conditioner or, more casually referred to as a “swamp cooler,” this baby uses water (and ice!) to cool you down, instead of cranking up your electric bill.
The small but mighty unit uses an internal fan and a tank of cold water and ice to send cool air into a room. It features two fan speeds and a generous water tank, offering up to 10 hours of continuous air and a cooling mist. (Pro tip: You can add ice cubes to the water tank for an extra cooling blast.) “I immediately turned it on to see how powerful it is. It blows a lot of air,” shopper Kajuana said.
Per the reviews, this little thing is really a dream come true. Users agree the machine is “easy to use, quiet and provides a nice cool breeze.” Plus, it’s super straightforward, no loud sounds or “unnecessary complicated features” in sight.
“The water tank lasts a long time, and adding ice makes the air feel even cooler,” one wrote. “I like that it has different fan speeds and mist settings, so I can adjust it based on what I need.”
Weighing under 2 pounds, you can easily carry it from room to room, or even outside — ensuring you stay comfortable all Fourth of July weekend.
Because it’s so compact, this cooler can run off a portable power bank, car charger or even your laptop when it’s not plugged into the wall. And as it weighs just 1.92 pounds, it’s incredibly easy to move around. You can take it to the beach, while traveling or simply bring it from room to room while in the house. One reviewer calls it “small and cute” with another deems it “perfect for camping.”
″…It is very useful during the summer, especially in spots where the AC does not reach very well,” another shopper wrote. “It works well in my bedroom and helps make sleeping more comfortable during warm nights.”
“I bought this portable air cooler for my office to use it while I work and it’s been great,” another said. “The size is perfect and compact enough to fit on my desk and provides a nice cooling effect.”
Tired of enduring the heat? Check out more 5-star reviews of this handy, portable AC and grab it on sale while the price is still hot (so you no longer have to be).
“I bought this portable air cooler for my office to use it while I work and it’s been great. The size is perfect and compact enough to fit on my desk and provides a nice cooling effect. I can say it’s quiet, easy to use and feels good for the price!” — Yerlin Aliaga
“I am very happy with this portable AC fan. It is easy to use, quiet, and provides a nice cool breeze. The water tank lasts a long time, and adding ice makes the air feel even cooler. I like that it has different fan speeds and mist settings, so I can adjust it based on what I need. It is lightweight and easy to move from room to room. I am impressed with this fan. It is very useful during the summer, especially in spots where the AC does not reach very well. It works well in my bedroom and helps make sleeping more comfortable during warm nights. Overall, value for money highly recommended.” — Gulam Yezdani
“The portable air conditioner is small and cute. I immediately turned it on to see how powerful it is. It blows a lot of air. I haven’t used ice in it yet as I just received it but put water in and it works fine. I am happy with my purchase.” — Kajuana
“I really love this simple but highly functional item. It doesn’t have unnecessary complicated features, just exactly what I need. The quality is good and it makes daily life much more convenient.” — Lolita
Looking for a heavy-duty AC unit that still doesn’t go in your window? Check out these finds, courtesy of HuffPost Shopping. (Psst: some are on sale, so don’t miss it!)
This portable AC on wheels with a built-in dehumidifier and fan (20% off)
For small rooms and larger spaces like garages or basements, this compact portable AC packs a punch. With over 12,000 positive reviews, this 8,000-BTU machine is said to cool off large rooms and enclosed smaller spaces quickly. It comes with a remote control to help you switch between the cooling, dehumidifying and fan modes. It comes in six model options, including ones that also work as heaters. While the unit sits on the ground, it comes with an exhaust hose to be placed in your window. (There’s only one BTU rating listed for this machine, and it’s not totally clear whether it’s SACC or ASHRAE.) According to our price trackers, this machine has been going for closer to $290, making this deal 20% off.
Promising review: “Cools off a room amazingly well. I was surprised and excited by the remote control and the feature that swings the vent covers up and down (swing setting). It pushes air around well and makes my third-floor Louisiana apartment not so miserable this summer. Glad to have this and very pleased with the quality so far.” — Jon and Brittany Mohon
A sleek portable AC with over 30,000 5-star reviews (13% off)
With tens of thousands of 5-star reviews, this standing air conditioner from Black + Decker is a bestseller in the portable AC unit category on Amazon. It comes with a handy remote control so you can adjust the temperature from across the room and it offers dehumidifying and ventilation in addition to air cooling. This 5,800-BTU AC works better in smaller rooms and offices and comes in seven models, some of which offer different BTUs and portable heating in addition to cooling. Note that while the unit itself does not go in a window, it does have a five-foot hose (and window adaptor) that does. Get it for 13% off.
Promising review: “An absolute MUST for hot summer days. It’s been 4 years since I’ve purchased this portable AC unit. I’ve been using it every day, when it’s not summer I simply use the built-in fan for airflow when I’m working and white noise when I’m sleeping. When it’s blazing hot during summer I have the unit blasting cool air in my home office while I’m working. This is an absolute must-buy if you’re looking for some AC relief without breaking the bank. I will without a doubt buy a brand new one the moment this thing breaks down on me but it’s been going strong for 4 years now and I still can’t see it breaking anytime soon!” — sonny
This vent-hose unit that’s a “total game changer”
Right after the Black + Decker in the bestselling portable AC unit category on Amazon is this Shinco model, which has 4,550 BTUs, a manually adjustable air outlet grille and works with both horizontal and vertical sliding windows. Like other models, this one has a 24-hour timer, sleep mode and built-in dehumidifier and fan. It can cool up to 200 square feet. One reviewer called it a “total game changer” for living in the Florida heat.
Promising review: “We’ve had this portable AC for over a year now, and it’s been a great solution for our basement, which doesn’t have a window—just a large sliding door and another exit. We had a contractor install it and vent it outside (not fully finished in the photo), and it’s worked perfectly since. It has 3 modes, 3 fan speeds, and adjustable swing direction, which makes it super versatile. Keeps the whole basement nice and cool during hot summer days. Highly recommend!” — SandyDHolder
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