GE - 450 Sq. Ft. Smart Portable Air Conditioner - White
User rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars with 139 reviews.
4.1(139 Reviews)- 26 Answered Questions
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Description
Features
Room Size
Delivers 12,000 ASHRAE BTUs (8,200 SACC) to cool MEDIUM rooms up to 450 sq ft
Connected Convenience
Monitor, schedule and control your portable air conditioner while home or away with the GE Appliances Comfort app
Connected Performance
Monitor your unit's energy consumption with reports that show you how much energy you've used and help you maximize your savings
3-IN-1 Portable Air Conditioner
With built-in air conditioning, fan modes and dehumidifying capability for flexibile & optimal home comfort
Auto Evaporation Technology
Evaporates the water under most room conditions with no bucket to empty
Dehumidify
Dehumidify mode optimizes moisture removal with minimal cooling
Digital Thermostat
Easy to operate controls with a digital thermostat
24 Hour Timer
24 Hour Timer - Set the timer for continous cool
Remote Control
Easy to operate digital controls with remote control
Install
Installation kit included
Window Size
Single hose exhaust for double hung & sliding windows types. Fits windows 20"- 46" wide, minimum height 4.8"
What's Included
- GE APWA12YZBW
- Remote control
- Window exhaust kit, exhaust hose (1.5m)
Manuals & Guides
- User Manual (PDF)
Key Specs
- Recommended Room Size450 square feet
- DOE SACC Cooling Power8200 british thermal units
- ASHRAE Cooling Power12000 british thermal units
- Number of Cool Settings3
- Airflow Rate235 cubic feet per minute
- Remote ControlYes
- Integrated HeaterNo
- Sleep ModeNo
- TimerYes
- Auto Shut-OffNo
- Window Venting KitYes
- Wireless ConnectivityWi-Fi
- Air Conditioner TypePortable
- Hose ConfigurationSingle
General
- Product Name450 Sq. Ft. Smart Portable Air Conditioner
- BrandGE
- Air Conditioner TypePortable
- Hose ConfigurationSingle
- Model NumberAPWA12YZBW
- ColorWhite
- Color CategoryWhite
Dimension
- Product Height28.5 inches
- Product Width17 inches
- Product Depth14.1 inches
- Product Weight68.3 pounds
BTU Rating
- Recommended Room Size450 square feet
- DOE SACC Cooling Power8200 british thermal units
- ASHRAE Cooling Power12000 british thermal units
Features
- Number of Cool Settings3
- Airflow Rate235 cubic feet per minute
- Air DischargeTop
- Remote ControlYes
- Integrated HeaterNo
- Filter TypeMesh
- Sleep ModeNo
- TimerYes
- Auto Shut-OffNo
- Window Venting KitYes
Power
- Amperage10 amperes
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR CertifiedNo
Compatibility
- Wireless ConnectivityWi-Fi
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
- UPC084691853695
Customer reviews
Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 139 reviews
(139 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value3.9
Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.1
Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.2
Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars
Features
Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:Portable, Set upRated 5 out of 5 stars
Smart AC Works Wonderful
||Posted .Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.Purchased the GE Smart Portable AC unit just as a heat wave hit us here in California. After 4 nights of no ac, went online bought the unit, and picked it up curbside an hour later. Easy to setup, works well with app. Highly recommend this unit. I will be purchasing another one for my office.
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Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:Cooling, Set upRated 5 out of 5 stars
Good mobile AC unit.
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Good looking unit. Quiet, cools well. It does not seem to be quite as good as the 10K window unit it replaced. But that old one leaked water all over my carpet. Easy to install however my window size forced me to cut one of the panels. Other then that, no complaints.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value4 out of 5Quality4 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Pros mentioned:CoolingRated 4 out of 5 stars
Tough design for windows that open sideways
||Posted .Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This AC works perfectly for my small apartment! Definitely keeps the place cool. However, the attachments that go into my window do not fit as well as expected. Installation was rather difficult because the tube must be put in the center of my vertical window which makes it tight and the tubes wants to pull off of the window slat. This also only came with one screw.
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Value4 out of 5Quality4 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value4 out of 5Quality4 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good ac for small rooms
||Posted .Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.Removed a star for couple of reasons: 1. the exhaust tube is very flimsy and thin and is pretty short. Two window inserts supplied with the unit go one ot top of the tube, one on the bottom. You can't change that configuration. This makes the exhaust position pretty high on the window. Along with short tube, unit is stuck at the wall, cant move a little forward. 2 wifi connection took 5-6 tries to connect. 3. Cant adjust horizontal direction of the air coming out. ( Rotating the unit doesnt help much, see short tube above) From pros, its pretty powerful for a small room and pretty quiet.
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Value4 out of 5Quality4 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5No, I would not recommend this to a friendRated 3 out of 5 stars
2 years old and not working
||Posted .Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.Only reason giving 3 stars. First year worked great. 2nd year seems less. Starup this season. Nothing. Not even 2 years old. Not cooling. No blockages, clean filters. Disappointed
No, I would not recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:Cooling, Features, PortableCons mentioned:Exhaust hoseRated 4 out of 5 stars
Great Portable AC! Be careful of window housing.
||Posted .Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.Ultimately this is a very good product. I intentionally purchased this unit because of the WiFi capability. I like my room cooled as I'm on my way home, so I like being able to remotely activate the unit so I'm walking into a cool room. This portable unit is great for vertical sliding windows. However, for vertical sliding windows, this could potentially get a little tricky. My only issue with this unit is with the window bracket. Unfortunately, the extension pieces that are supplied in the box, are attached to the main exhaust outlet panel on either side. What this means is that for horizontal sliding windows, your exhaust hose is stretched to it's maximum capacity because the hose has to reach to the middle of your window. This does not leave much room for moving the unit around on it's wheels when attempting to clean. Another issue is attaching the exhaust hose to the main unit. Unfortunately this hose does not secure tightly into the main unit. It is rather flimsy and will slip out of the unit if the base is moved around or if there is any movement to the hose. As far as the cooling capabilities, I'm pleasantly surprised with how well this unit functions. I really like the swing feature where the air conditioner will move the cool air around as it is exiting the unit.
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Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .Hi, there. Thanks so much for choosing GE Appliances! We're thrilled to have you as part of our family. We're sorry to see that installation on this was a pain, though. We'd like to make that experience a little better for you. Would you mind emailing your name, model number and mailing address, along with a copy of this review, to eResponse@geappliances.com? We'd be glad to send you a kit that will address the product fit issues you've had.
Features
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:Cooling, Features, PortableCons mentioned:Fan mode, Noise levelRated 4 out of 5 stars
Smart Portable Air Conditioner Review
||Posted .Owned for 1 week when reviewed.My new kitchen appliance are GE products so I did not hesitate to buy this product when bought as Deal of the Day! Product as described cools the room quickly. Installation is a breeze. Touch screen to choose the mode and temperature. You can download the app to operate the portable air conditioner remotely. When you reach the set temperature, fan will take over and will switch back to the air conditioner will a louder noise. One cool feature if you turn off the air conditioning, the unit will close automatically that will keep the warm air out to your room. Overall, I'm happy with the air conditioning and hopefully GE will make it a little quiet.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality4 out of 5Ease of Use3 out of 5Rated 4 out of 5 stars
My first Portable ac
||Posted .This was my first portable ac, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. Set up was challenging (again, maybe it was just my lack of experience?) and the hose was rather short. Other than that, works well! I have a large bedroom and it cools the entire room within minutes.
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Value5 out of 5Quality4 out of 5Ease of Use3 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .Hi, Devin.
Thanks so much for choosing GE Appliances! We're thrilled to have you as part of our family. We're sorry to see that installation on this was a pain, though. We'd like to make that experience a little better for you. Would you mind emailing your name, model number and mailing address, along with a copy of this review, to eResponse@geappliances.com? We'd be glad to send you a kit that will address the product fit issues you've had.
Q: QuestionDoes this unit require a drain hose or does it have a collection bucket I can empty?
Asked by LonB.
- A:Answer It has a drain hose. It does not have a collection bucket that can be removed. You only need to drain it if you are using the system for a dehumidifier or live in very high humidity climate using the A/C function. It will warn you if it needs to be emptied. It does have a self-evaporating system but will only be able to evaporate small amounts of condensation from living in a normal climate using the A/C function.
Answered by Braden
Q: QuestionWhat type of filter does this unit have? Is it washable?
Asked by coolguy.
- A:Answer Hello, Thanks so much for reaching out. This unit has built in filters that should be cleaned every two weeks for the best performance. They can be washed or vacuumed. Check page 7 of the manual for instructions. https://files.bbystatic.com/qOm76QrVOf2DkN4aVgdPrg%3D%3D/8DC6C5A4-5938-48A0-8398-323799225B30.pdf. Stay well! Mike@GEA
Answered by GE Answers
Q: QuestionI bought this unit and cannot keep the fan running while the a/c is off when the thermostat reaches the desired temp. So it goes continuously from loud blowing sound to silence all night long. Is there a way to keep the fan running? Most a/c units do it.
Asked by Brad.
- A:Answer I've had two of these now (after being told the first was defective) and both behaved the same way. Turns out this is a "feature" and not a bug and no one in their support system has any clue whatsoever...
Answered by chalket
Q: QuestionIt has a hose to put water in if I’m correct ?? But how and where if your able to ?! This is a new GE portable AC so we are confused
Asked by Myshwll.
- A:Answer No, you don’t need to put a water hose in or on it at all. It’s completely water free (evaporates water in the room actually.... removes it by blowing it out the wide hot air hose that goes out the window). There is no collection bucket for water, you don’t add water... you don’t have to deal at all with water. Just chill.
Answered by Daniel
Q: QuestionHow long can I run this unit without turning off?
Asked by Stfamily.
- A:Answer Hello - Thanks for your question; we are glad to assist. There is no limit in time you can run this unit without turning it off. Thanks for checking. Olga@GEA
Answered by GE Answers
Q: QuestionBecause this is a 'smart' portable AC unit that is Wi-Fi enabled, does it work with/is it compatible with other 'smart home' devices such as Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa?
Asked by tdann.
- A:Answer I actually was able to answer my question after purchasing! This AC DOES work with Google Assistant by linking it with GE's associated SmartHQ service. It's great!
Answered by tdann
Q: QuestionIs this unit noisy
Asked by Nanaesh.
- A:Answer Thanks so much for taking the time to ask about this great air conditioner! This model has two dbA ratings: 55 dbA on low and 57 dbA on high. We hope this helps with your decision! If anything else comes up, let us know. We're here for you! -Chris@GEA
Answered by GE Answers
Q: QuestionJust purchased this yesterday and I can’t seem to get the oval portion of hose to stay in window kit. Definitely not a snug fit.
Asked by Mike.
- A:Answer Did you use the included screw? That seemed to hold it in place for us.
Answered by Mikey65