The best portable air conditioners keep rooms cool and offer a degree of air filtration. We test for cooling ability, noise, and energy efficiency.

To help you find the right unit for your space, we've tested the top options on the market. Here are CNET's picks of the best portable air conditioners for 2025.

"One of the best portable air conditioners I’ve used. Definitely worth every cent," raved a fan. "It cooled down my bedroom room real quick. (The) outside temp was around 32°C (and) it got my ...

The best portable air conditioners keeps things cool, calm and non-sticky throughout the year. No one wants to sit at home uncomfortable and slick with sweat, and that's where a portable AC unit ...

Portable air conditioners can be moved from home to home with little setup. Renting, or simply don't want to do home renovations to put in a split-system air conditioner? You might be in the market ...