On this page
- Compare at a glance
- The picks
- How we picked
- How to Compare BLACK+DECKER Cooling Capacity
- Match the Unit to Your Room Size
- Portable or Window: Which BLACK+DECKER Style Fits
- Noise, Weight, and Controls to Compare
- Installation and Upkeep Basics
- Questions people ask
Compare at a glance
| Model | Type | Rated cooling | Room size | Rated noise | ENERGY STAR | Buy |
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| BLACK+DECKER BPACT14WT 14,000 BTU | Portable | 10,200 BTU SACC | Up to 700 sq ft | Not listed | Not listed | Check price on Amazon |
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| BLACK+DECKER BPACT12WT 12,000 BTU | Portable | 8,000 BTU SACC | Up to 500 sq ft | Not listed | Not listed | Check price on Amazon |
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| BLACK+DECKER BPACT10WT 10,000 BTU | Portable | 5,500 BTU SACC | Up to 450 sq ft | Not listed | Not listed | Check price on Amazon |
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| BLACK+DECKER BPACT08WT 9,000 BTU | Portable | 5,300 BTU SACC | Up to 400 sq ft | Not listed | Not listed | Check price on Amazon |
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| BLACK+DECKER BPACT05SM 8,500 BTU | Portable | 5,100 BTU SACC | Up to 350 sq ft | Not listed | Not listed | Check price on Amazon |
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| BLACK+DECKER BPP05WTB 8,000 BTU | Portable | 5,000 BTU SACC | Up to 350 sq ft | Not listed | Not listed | Check price on Amazon |
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| BLACK+DECKER BPT05WTB 7,500 BTU | Portable | 5,000 BTU SACC | Up to 350 sq ft | Not listed | Not listed | Check price on Amazon |
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| BLACK+DECKER BPACT08NM 8,000 BTU | Portable | 8,000 BTU SACC | Up to 550 sq ft | Not listed | Not listed | Check price on Amazon |
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| BLACK+DECKER BWAC12WTB 12,000 BTU | Window | 12,000 BTU | Up to 450 sq ft | Not listed | Not listed | Check price on Amazon |
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| BLACK+DECKER BD08WT6 8,000 BTU | Window | 8,000 BTU | Up to 350 sq ft | Not listed | Not listed | Check price on Amazon |
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Specs are the figures each maker lists. "Not listed" means we have no published figure yet.
The picks
No. 1Best for large living rooms
BLACK+DECKER BPACT14WT 14,000 BTU
- Type
- Portable
- Rated cooling
- 10,200 BTU SACC
- Room size
- Up to 700 sq ft
- Rated noise
- Not listed
- ENERGY STAR
- Not listed
This is the strongest portable in the BLACK+DECKER lineup we compared, with a seasonally adjusted cooling capacity of 10,200 BTU and a maker-listed 700 sq ft coverage. It sits above the 12,000 BTU portable because it offers more cooling for open-plan spaces, while keeping a remote control and a 54 db noise figure. The tradeoff is weight: 68.3 pounds.
Why it made the list
- 10,200 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity
- Maker-listed 700 sq ft coverage
- Remote control included
- 54 db noise figure
Trade-offs
- 68.3 pounds, heavy to move
- Remote is the only stated control
- No heat mode listed
Good fit if
- Large living rooms or open spaces
- Users who want maximum portable cooling from this brand
Skip if
- You need to move the unit often
- You want a window unit instead
Bottom line: Choose this for the largest rooms where a BLACK+DECKER portable is needed.
Check price on AmazonNo. 2Best for medium to large rooms
BLACK+DECKER BPACT12WT 12,000 BTU
- Type
- Portable
- Rated cooling
- 8,000 BTU SACC
- Room size
- Up to 500 sq ft
- Rated noise
- Not listed
- ENERGY STAR
- Not listed
With an 8,000 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity and 550 sq ft coverage, this model steps down from the 14,000 BTU pick but still cools a sizable bedroom or living area. It uses a 115 volt plug, and its weight is not stated reliably, so check the owner's manual. Compared with the 10,000 BTU model below, it offers more cooling for only a modest step up in size.
Why it made the list
- 8,000 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity
- 550 sq ft maker-listed coverage
- 115 volt plug
- Remote control
Trade-offs
- Lower cooling than the 14,000 BTU pick
- Remote is the only stated control
- 54 db noise figure
Good fit if
- Medium bedrooms or home offices
- Rooms up to 550 sq ft
Skip if
- You need to cool more than 550 sq ft
- You prefer a window unit
Bottom line: A balanced pick for medium rooms that need strong portable cooling.
Check price on AmazonNo. 3Best for bedrooms up to 450 sq ft
BLACK+DECKER BPACT10WT 10,000 BTU
- Type
- Portable
- Rated cooling
- 5,500 BTU SACC
- Room size
- Up to 450 sq ft
- Rated noise
- Not listed
- ENERGY STAR
- Not listed
This 10,000 BTU portable has a seasonally adjusted cooling capacity of 5,500 BTU and a maker-listed 450 sq ft coverage. It ranks below the 12,000 BTU model because its seasonally adjusted figure is lower, but it is lighter than the 14,000 BTU pick at 47.3 pounds and still includes remote control and a 3-in-1 air conditioner, dehumidifier, and fan function. Compared with the 9,000 BTU model below, it adds a bit more cooling for slightly larger rooms.
Why it made the list
- 5,500 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity
- 450 sq ft maker-listed coverage
- 3-in-1 cooling, dehumidifier, and fan
- Remote control
Trade-offs
- 47.3 pounds
- 54 db noise figure
- Lower seasonally adjusted figure than the 12,000 BTU pick
Good fit if
- Bedrooms or small living spaces
- Users who want dehumidifier and fan modes
Skip if
- You need more than 450 sq ft coverage
- You want the lightest portable
Bottom line: A solid mid-size portable for bedrooms and small apartments.
Check price on AmazonNo. 4Best for small rooms
BLACK+DECKER BPACT08WT 9,000 BTU
- Type
- Portable
- Rated cooling
- 5,300 BTU SACC
- Room size
- Up to 400 sq ft
- Rated noise
- Not listed
- ENERGY STAR
- Not listed
This 9,000 BTU portable offers a 5,300 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity and 400 sq ft maker-listed coverage. It is a small step down from the 10,000 BTU model, with a slightly lower cooling figure but the same 54 db noise figure and remote control. At 45.8 pounds, it is lighter than the 10,000 BTU and 14,000 BTU models.
Why it made the list
- 5,300 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity
- 400 sq ft maker-listed coverage
- 45.8 pounds
- Remote control
Trade-offs
- Lower cooling than the 10,000 BTU pick
- 54 db noise figure
- Remote is the only stated control
Good fit if
- Small bedrooms or offices
- Users who want a mid-weight portable
Skip if
- You need more than 400 sq ft coverage
- You want the quietest option
Bottom line: A practical choice for small rooms up to 400 sq ft.
Check price on AmazonNo. 5Best compact 3-in-1 portable
BLACK+DECKER BPACT05SM 8,500 BTU
- Type
- Portable
- Rated cooling
- 5,100 BTU SACC
- Room size
- Up to 350 sq ft
- Rated noise
- Not listed
- ENERGY STAR
- Not listed
This 8,500 BTU portable has a 5,100 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity and 350 sq ft maker-listed coverage. It ranks just below the 9,000 BTU model because its cooling figure is slightly lower, but it is lighter at 42.3 pounds and includes a 3-in-1 air conditioner, dehumidifier, and fan function. Its 52 db noise figure is lower than many larger portables, and it uses a 115 volt plug. Compared with the 8,000 BTU model below, it adds a bit more cooling.
Why it made the list
- 5,100 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity
- 350 sq ft maker-listed coverage
- 52 db noise figure
- 3-in-1 cooling, dehumidifier, and fan
Trade-offs
- Lower cooling than the 9,000 BTU pick
- Remote is the only stated control
- No heat mode listed
Good fit if
- Small rooms or dorm rooms
- Users who want a lighter 3-in-1 unit
Skip if
- You need more than 350 sq ft coverage
- You prefer a window unit
Bottom line: A compact, lower-noise portable for small spaces.
Check price on AmazonNo. 6Lower-noise 5,000 SACC portable
BLACK+DECKER BPP05WTB 8,000 BTU
- Type
- Portable
- Rated cooling
- 5,000 BTU SACC
- Room size
- Up to 350 sq ft
- Rated noise
- Not listed
- ENERGY STAR
- Not listed
This 8,000 BTU portable has a 5,000 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity and 350 sq ft maker-listed coverage. It ties with the 7,500 BTU model below on cooling capacity but states more details, including its weight, and lists 52 db against 53 db. At 51.1 pounds it is heavier than the 8,500 BTU pick above, which lists the same 52 db figure.
Why it made the list
- 5,000 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity
- 52 db noise figure
- 350 sq ft maker-listed coverage
- Remote control
Trade-offs
- 51.1 pounds, heavier than similar portables
- Lower cooling than the 8,500 BTU pick
- Remote is the only stated control
Good fit if
- Bedrooms where lower noise matters
- Small rooms up to 350 sq ft
Skip if
- You need more cooling
- You want the lightest portable
Bottom line: A lower-noise small portable for bedrooms.
Check price on AmazonNo. 7Best for tight spaces
BLACK+DECKER BPT05WTB 7,500 BTU
- Type
- Portable
- Rated cooling
- 5,000 BTU SACC
- Room size
- Up to 350 sq ft
- Rated noise
- Not listed
- ENERGY STAR
- Not listed
This 7,500 BTU portable has a 5,000 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity and 300 sq ft maker-listed coverage. It matches the 8,000 BTU model above on cooling capacity but lists fewer details, so we place it just below. Its 53 db noise figure is slightly higher, and it uses a 115 volt plug. The smaller footprint, 12.2 inches deep, helps it fit in tight corners.
Why it made the list
- 5,000 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity
- 300 sq ft maker-listed coverage
- 12.2 inch depth
- Remote control
Trade-offs
- 53 db noise figure, slightly higher than the 8,000 BTU pick
- Fewer published details than similar models
- Weight not stated by the maker
Good fit if
- Very small rooms or tight corners
- Users who need a compact portable
Skip if
- You need more than 300 sq ft coverage
- You want the quietest portable
Bottom line: A compact pick for the smallest rooms.
Check price on AmazonNo. 8Alternative 8,000 BTU portable
BLACK+DECKER BPACT08NM 8,000 BTU
- Type
- Portable
- Rated cooling
- 8,000 BTU SACC
- Room size
- Up to 550 sq ft
- Rated noise
- Not listed
- ENERGY STAR
- Not listed
This 8,000 BTU portable does not list a seasonally adjusted cooling capacity, so we place it after the portables that do. Its maker lists 550 sq ft coverage, a 52 db noise figure, a 115 volt plug and a dehumidifier function.
Why it made the list
- 550 sq ft maker-listed coverage
- 52 db noise figure
- 115 volt plug
- Remote control
Trade-offs
- Maker does not list a seasonally adjusted cooling capacity
- Remote is the only stated control
- 55 pounds, heavier than some similar models
Good fit if
- Users who want a dehumidifier function
- Small rooms where the maker's coverage figure fits
Skip if
- You want to compare portables by SACC
- You want a lighter unit
Bottom line: Consider this only if the missing SACC figure is acceptable.
Check price on AmazonNo. 9Best window unit for larger rooms
BLACK+DECKER BWAC12WTB 12,000 BTU
- Type
- Window
- Rated cooling
- 12,000 BTU
- Room size
- Up to 450 sq ft
- Rated noise
- Not listed
- ENERGY STAR
- Not listed
This 12,000 BTU window unit is the stronger of the two BLACK+DECKER window models we compared, with a maker-listed 550 sq ft coverage. It ranks below the portables because this guide focuses on portable units, but it is a fixed window installation for users who prefer that style. It lists no additional details in our catalog, so we rely on the stated BTU and room size.
Why it made the list
- 12,000 BTU cooling capacity
- 550 sq ft maker-listed coverage
- Window installation for fixed placement
Trade-offs
- No additional published details
- Window installation required
- Not portable
Good fit if
- Rooms up to 550 sq ft
- Users who want a fixed window unit
Skip if
- You need a portable unit
- You want detailed noise or weight specs
Bottom line: A straightforward window unit for larger rooms.
Check price on AmazonNo. 10Best basic window unit
BLACK+DECKER BD08WT6 8,000 BTU
- Type
- Window
- Rated cooling
- 8,000 BTU
- Room size
- Up to 350 sq ft
- Rated noise
- Not listed
- ENERGY STAR
- Not listed
This 8,000 BTU window unit has a maker-listed 350 sq ft coverage and a 65.5 db noise figure, which is higher than the portable models above. It ranks last because it is a smaller window unit and this guide prioritizes portables. It does list a 115 volt plug, 667 watts, and remote control, so it remains a workable option for a small room with a suitable window.
Why it made the list
- 8,000 BTU cooling capacity
- 350 sq ft maker-listed coverage
- 115 volt plug
- Remote control
Trade-offs
- 65.5 db noise figure, higher than portables
- Window installation required
- Lower cooling than the 12,000 BTU window unit
Good fit if
- Small rooms with standard windows
- Users who prefer a basic window unit
Skip if
- You need a quiet unit
- You need more than 350 sq ft coverage
Bottom line: A basic window unit for small rooms.
Check price on AmazonHow we picked
We compared every BLACK+DECKER window and portable unit in our catalog using the specifications makers publish. For portables, we ranked by seasonally adjusted cooling capacity, the U.S. Department of Energy figure for portables, and used the maker's square footage for room size. For window units, we ranked by the stated BTU cooling capacity. No unit was handled, and no measurements were taken beyond the published data. A model with more published details wins a tie.
How to Compare BLACK+DECKER Cooling Capacity
For portables, use the seasonally adjusted cooling capacity, the U.S. Department of Energy figure for portables. The BLACK+DECKER BPACT14WT has a 10,200 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity, while the BPACT12WT has 8,000 BTU. The maker's BTU figure and the seasonally adjusted figure come from different rating methods, so one cannot be worked out from the other. When a portable does not list a seasonally adjusted figure, as with the BPACT08NM, its BTU figure is not a fair match for another portable's seasonally adjusted figure. For window units, compare the stated BTU cooling capacity directly. See BTU and SACC ratings for more.
Match the Unit to Your Room Size
Use the maker's square footage figure as a starting point. The BPACT14WT lists 700 sq ft, the BPACT12WT lists 550 sq ft, and the BPACT10WT lists 450 sq ft. A unit that is too large may cool before removing enough humidity, while an undersized unit will struggle. The room size guide explains how to adjust for sunny rooms, kitchens, and high ceilings.
Portable or Window: Which BLACK+DECKER Style Fits
Portables roll from room to room and need a window kit for the exhaust hose. Window units stay in one opening and block part of the window. If you need to move cooling between rooms, choose a portable; if you have a dedicated window, a window unit can be simpler. See portable vs window AC and how a portable AC exhausts heat.
Noise, Weight, and Controls to Compare
Published noise figures range from 52 db on several portables to 65.5 db on the BD08WT6 window unit. Weight matters if you plan to move a portable: the BPACT14WT is 68.3 pounds, while the BPACT05SM is 42.3 pounds. Every pick with published control details lists a remote control. For a bedroom, a lower noise figure and a lighter unit may matter more than maximum cooling. See moving a portable AC.
Installation and Upkeep Basics
Portables need a window kit and exhaust hose, and the owner's manual gives the full requirements. Window units mount in a window opening, and the owner's manual gives the window requirements and installation steps. Every model here that states a voltage lists 115 volts. For filter cleaning and seasonal storage, follow the maker's instructions. Our portable AC buying checklist and window AC buying checklist cover what to look for.
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Questions people ask
What does SACC mean for a BLACK+DECKER portable?
SACC is the seasonally adjusted cooling capacity, the U.S. Department of Energy figure for portable air conditioners. Compare BLACK+DECKER portables on this figure, not on the maker's BTU figure. For example, the BPACT14WT has a 10,200 BTU SACC, while the BPACT12WT has 8,000 BTU.
Can you compare a portable's BTU with a window unit's BTU?
No. Portables use a different rating method, and window units are compared on their stated BTU cooling capacity. For portables, use the SACC figure only. If a portable has no SACC listed, its maker does not provide one, and it should not be compared with other portables on SACC.
Which BLACK+DECKER portable is best for a large room?
The BPACT14WT 14,000 BTU portable leads our ranking for large rooms, with a 10,200 BTU seasonally adjusted cooling capacity and a maker-listed 700 sq ft coverage.
Do BLACK+DECKER portables need a window kit?
Portables vent through an exhaust hose and a window kit, and the owner's manual for each model lists what comes in the box and gives the installation steps.
Are these units noisy?
Published noise figures range from 52 db on several portables to 65.5 db on the BD08WT6 window unit. The lower the figure, the quieter the unit is likely to be, though room surfaces can affect what you hear.
What if a portable has no SACC listed?
Then its BTU figure cannot be matched against another portable's SACC, so we place it after the portables that list one. The BPACT08NM is one such model in this guide; compare it on its stated room size, noise and weight instead.
Last updated November 6, 2026
