Best 14000 BTU Portable Air Conditioners: Reviews by Spec

This model states a seasonally adjusted cooling capacity of 12,000 BTU, the top figure in this group. It also lists a 42 decibel noise level, an inverter compressor, and heating and cooling functions. Compared with the BLACK+DECKER BPACT14WT 14,000 BTU below, it lists a higher seasonally adjusted figure and adds app and voice control, but it is heavier at 77.2 pounds.

Bottom line: The Midea Inverter Duo 14,000 BTU Portable is the strongest pick for buyers who want the highest stated seasonally adjusted capacity and flexible control options.

This BLACK+DECKER model lists a seasonally adjusted cooling capacity of 10,200 BTU and a maker stated coverage of 700 sq ft. It is simpler than the Midea Inverter Duo above, with only a remote control and a 54 decibel noise level. Compared with the Dreo 516S below, it has a slightly higher seasonally adjusted figure but fewer listed control options and no listed app control.

Bottom line: The BLACK+DECKER BPACT14WT 14,000 BTU is a straightforward choice for a large room when smart features are not a priority.

This Dreo model shares a 10,000 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity with the next two picks, but it states more specifications, including a 45 decibel noise level, app, remote, touch and voice control, and a drainage-free cool mode. It ranks below the BLACK+DECKER because that model has a higher seasonally adjusted figure. Compared with the Dreo 740S below, it adds touch and voice control but is louder and heavier.

Bottom line: The Dreo 516S 14,000 BTU is a well-rounded pick for buyers who value flexible controls and a moderate noise level.

This Dreo model also lists a 10,000 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity, but it states fewer specifications than the Dreo 516S above, so it ranks below it. It offers a 42 decibel noise level, a dual-hose design, an inverter compressor, and a lighter 55.4 pound build. Compared with the Midea 14,000 BTU Portable below, it provides far more published detail, including wattage and controls.

Bottom line: The Dreo 740S 14,000 BTU is a strong quiet dual-hose option for buyers who do not need heating.

This Midea model lists a 10,000 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity and a maker stated coverage of 450 sq ft, but its listing gives no other details such as noise level, weight, wattage or controls. It ranks below the Dreo 740S because it states fewer specifications. Compared with the Whynter ARC-1230WN below, it has a listed seasonally adjusted figure, while the Whynter does not.

Bottom line: The Midea 14,000 BTU Portable is a basic option for buyers who only need the core cooling figure.

Whynter does not list a seasonally adjusted cooling capacity for this model, so we place it after the units that do. It still offers a low stated noise level of 42.5 decibels, app, push button and voice control, and a seasonal energy efficiency ratio of 12.3. Compared with the SereneLife Inverter 14000 BTU below, it is quieter but heavier at 77.3 pounds, and Whynter's manual describes it as an inverter dual-hose model.

Bottom line: The Whynter ARC-1230WN 14,000 BTU is a quiet, connected pick for buyers who can accept the missing seasonally adjusted figure.

This SereneLife model also does not list a seasonally adjusted cooling capacity. It stands out for an inverter compressor, a 49 decibel noise level, a 49 pound weight, and a seasonal energy efficiency ratio of 12. Compared with the Whynter above, it is lighter but louder. Compared with the SereneLife SL14PACHWFWH below, it is quieter but does not state a room coverage.

Bottom line: The SereneLife Inverter 14000 BTU is a light inverter pick for buyers who do not need a listed seasonally adjusted figure.

This SereneLife model does not list a seasonally adjusted cooling capacity. It offers a maker stated coverage of 700 sq ft, heating and cooling functions, Wi-Fi, a dehumidifier mode and sleep mode. Compared with the SereneLife Inverter above, it adds heating and a stated room coverage but is louder at 54 decibels and has a lower seasonal energy efficiency ratio of 7.95.

Bottom line: The SereneLife SL14PACHWFWH 14,000 BTU is a feature-rich pick for buyers who want heating and Wi-Fi without a listed seasonally adjusted figure.

This SereneLife model does not list a seasonally adjusted cooling capacity. It states a 650 sq ft coverage, a 53 decibel noise level, a remote control, and a seasonal energy efficiency ratio of 15. Compared with the SereneLife SL14PACHWFWH above, it has a higher efficiency ratio, but its listing does not mention heating, Wi-Fi or app control. Compared with the Friedrich below, it states an efficiency ratio and a room coverage, which the Friedrich listing does not.

Bottom line: The SereneLife 14000 BTU is a simple remote controlled pick with a high stated efficiency ratio.

Friedrich does not list a seasonally adjusted cooling capacity for this model. It offers a dual hose inverter design, built-in Wi-Fi, smart home and voice compatibility, and heating. Compared with the SereneLife 14000 BTU above, it adds heating and smart features but has no stated efficiency ratio, weight or wattage, and a 53 decibel noise level.

Bottom line: The Friedrich Inverter Dual Hose 14,000 BTU Portable with Heat is a connected heating and cooling pick for buyers who can accept the missing seasonally adjusted figure.