Size matters when you’re buying a window air conditioner. Buy too small and it will struggle to keep the room at a comfortable temperature; buy too big and and the room will cool too quickly without ...

Atmosphere by The Weather Channel curates products and services for all seasons. If you buy something from one of our links, we may earn a commission. When I lived in Florida, I rented a small home ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Window-mounted air conditioners may not be the most ...

If you don't have central air and are in the market for an air conditioner, you've probably been debating which style would work best for your home or apartment. While both portable and window air ...

Compact portable air conditioners can be hit or miss. Sure, they’re easy to move around, but too often they end up feeling more like glorified fans, leaving you wondering: Are portable air ...

When summer’s in full swing, it can be tough to stay comfortable with just a fan and an open window. Whole-house air conditioners are certainly nice, but they’re expensive to buy and operate and can ...

Sure, a quiet air conditioner is nice during the day, but it’s essential at night when you’re trying to sleep. That’s why, in addition to testing how well air conditioners cool a room, we also rate ...

When you live in a small space, every decision matters—including how you cool your room. A bulky window unit or loud portable AC might get the job done, but they come with drawbacks. If you want ...

I have years of experience testing top home and kitchen products. We've sent this story to your inbox. Portable air conditioners are worth buying in many situations. Many models are now designed for ...