All comparisons

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Dehumidifiers

Portable dehumidifiers compared on official ENERGY STAR water-removal capacity, integrated energy factor and Most Efficient status.

Best Portable Dehumidifiers (2026)

Portable dehumidifiers from Frigidaire, Midea, Hisense, Honeywell, LG and other brands, ranked on official ENERGY STAR Appendix X1 capacity, integrated energy factor and Most Efficient status. Top pick: Waykar CTH150B8.4

Portable Air Conditioners

Portable air conditioners compared on official DOE seasonally adjusted cooling capacity (SACC), combined energy efficiency ratio, duct configuration and compressor type.

Best Portable Air Conditioners (2026)

Portable air conditioners from Whynter, Midea, Danby, Keystone and other brands, ranked on official U.S. DOE seasonally adjusted cooling capacity (SACC), CEER and dual-duct certification. Top pick: Cooper & Hunter CH-STLS-14AC9.8

Window Air Conditioners

Window air conditioners compared on official ENERGY STAR cooling capacity, combined energy efficiency ratio, Most Efficient status and installation style.

Best Window Air Conditioners (2026)

Window air conditioners from Midea, Friedrich, LG, Frigidaire, GE and other brands, ranked on official ENERGY STAR cooling capacity, CEER, Most Efficient status and window-straddling installation. Top pick: Midea MAH09W1AGR8.4