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Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 332 reviews

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    Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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80%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are impressed with the cooling capacity and quiet operation of the 700 Sq. Ft. Portable Air Conditioner. Many reviewers mentioned that it effectively cools large spaces and is quieter than other models. While some found the price to be high and the unit to be heavy, overall, customers are pleased with its performance and design.

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  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    AC

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great price good quality wish they build these things to last!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Noise level

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Major flaw

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is nice, quiet and not too big. It dispenses out very cold air. But a major flaw this and all other portable air units have is that they shoot the cold air straight up! To the ceiling..... So the unit gets the freezing air out but because it goes up, the room never cools down. Very strange

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from FrigidaireSupport
      Posted .

      Chato, I hate to hear that there are some things you do not like about your air conditioner. This unit was designed with innovative slanted louvers that would direct airflow in an upward, circular motion, allowing for quick & even cooling of the entire room. However, your feedback will certainly help us understand our strengths and identify areas for growth. ~Jennifer Frigidaire

  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Portable ac unit

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice ac unit really good for my garage and it kept me cool all summer in Cali.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    I expected better

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This air conditioner replaced a 5000 BTU unit, and honestly only puts out 30-40% more cold air than that unit. Pretty disappointed in the performance overall. Consider this unit appropriate for a 150-200 Square Foot area, not the 700’ they claim. 14,000 btu units from other brands seem to put out a lot more cold air than the Frigidaire. Also, yes - it is installed and vented correctly.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from FrigidaireSupport
      Posted .

      I am sorry to hear you feel that way, Andrew. Try using a higher fan speed and adjust the air louvers. If the room temperature is very high, the air exiting the unit may not feel cold right away. Air exiting the appliance is usually between 17-20 degrees lower than the intake air, and it may not feel cold to the touch until the room temperature is reduced. Finally, check the air filter to make sure it is clean and ensure there are no blockages near the air vents. If these suggestions do not help, please call 1-888-203-1389 M-F from 8a-8p EST for additional assistance. ~ Brandi Frigidaire

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good buy

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have owned a few portable ac units and this one has been one of the best ones, if you read the owner's manual and follow the instructions it will perform as it should, I would recommend it for sure, the bad reviews come from people that either did not follow instructions or never owned a portable ac unit.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Does NOT even cool 100 sqft room

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have purchased numerous Frigidaire air conditioners over the years, and have 6 in my home now. I bought this one 2 months ago with deepest Regret! I properly install the unit (HVAC Worker here) in a 10’x10’ low 8’ ceiling, well insulated, closed door Kitchen and “coldest” it has been is 84 F inside, with this “700 sqft -14000 btu unit”. So I placed additional 3 High Velocity oscillating Fans to try and circulate the air Because this unit is so weak! Right now it’s 10:30am In TX, outside temperature is 86 F and inside my “air conditioned” kitchen it’s 92 F Inside!!! I have the thermostat set to “60 F” continusly blowing. I previously had a 10,000 window unit that kept the room at a constant frigid 68-70 F while set at 69 F turning off periodically when desire temp is met. This New “14000 btu portable ac” is a joke and does Not even cool a 100 sqft room!! On a Positive side I do like the oscillating arm and it is very quiet but Not effect at all!! Please Buy a window unit, or Differnt model if portable unit is necessary as Mine was

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from FrigidaireSupport
      Posted .

      Hi Jake. If the room temperature is very high, the air exiting the unit may not feel cold. Air exiting the unit is usually between 17°-20°F lower than the intake air, and may not feel cold to the touch until the room temperature is reduced. We can recommend increasing the fan speed and increasing the set temp to a higher temp, within 7-10 degrees of current room temp, until room temp decreases. Once the temperature decreases you can then reduce the set temp more. Having it set so low can freezer up the compressor. If needed, our team can be reached by calling 1-888-203-1389 Mon-Fri, 8am - 8pm (EST) Sat, 9am - 6pm (EST) Kindly, Anna Frigidaire

  • Cons mentioned:
    Hose

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Just dont, it can't work as sold.

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is ridiculous. The hose they give you for the vent is way way short. Only if you have super low windows in your house is this gonna work. Then....and it gets better. Want the hose that will actually work? You can buy it for $67.00. AND be advised it's an odd proprietary size so only Frigidaires will work. I am embarrassed I bought this. Thought I was smarter. Be smarter than Rob...do not buy this AC unit. I have over 35 years experience in construction. Didn't do me any good here.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from FrigidaireSupport
      Posted .

      Hello, RBruce! Thank you for your feedback! We sincerely apologize for your experience with your Frigidaire- 700 Sq Ft Portable Air Conditioner.Our design and engineer teams are constantly looking for feedback such as yours for opportunities for improvement. If you have any further questions, comments or concerns please contact us directly at 800-374-4432 M-F, 8:30 am- 8:00 pm. ~Briana Frigidaire

  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Don’t buy disappointment

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So purchased this for my 550 square foot living room and it doesn’t even cool!! I’ve tried everything by blacking out my windows, moving the ac to a different location, getting it replaced and nothing. Waste of money. On top of this the unit actually caught fire!!!! Immediately went back to the store for a refund. This is having the unit for 3 months. I purchased another unit by the same company called Frigidaire gallery 12000 btu smart connect and it cools better then this unit.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Is good air conditioning for small spaces

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It take forever to get cool a small room, to much money for poor functionality

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Complete waste of money.

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this out of necessity earlier in the summer when it was the only large portable A/C unit at my local Best Buy. It's been a frustrating waste of money. It can barely cool my ~400 sq ft living room a couple degrees below the outside temperature. Then when it's over 90 degrees outside, this unit is useless. The fan is incredibly weak and takes forever to push the cold air across the room. Recently, I have run the A/C all day and returned home after dark well past 9:00 p.m. to still find my living room is over 90 degrees. As other reviews have mentioned, the exhaust hose warps in the heat and falls with the slightest movement of the frame...which defeats the purpose of having a "portable" A/C unit. It's worth traveling to farther Best Buy locations if it means you'll be able to pick literally anything besides this unit. F-.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from FrigidaireSupport
      Posted .

      Hi dts260. Thank you for providing a quick review of your experience. This is certainly not the experience we wish for any of our consumers or the performance we expect from the appliance. At your convenience, please contact our customer service team to discuss further by calling 1-888-203-1389 Mon-Fri, 8am - 8pm (EST) Sat, 9am - 6pm (EST) Kindly, Anna Frigidaire

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Stopped working after 2 months

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Was okay for my 650 sq foot basement. Not great but took the edge off enough to be comfortable in the summer. After 2 months, it just stopped blowing cold air. I can hear the compressor cycling on and off but not producing cool air at all. The company is sending me a gift card for the purchase price after I go through an annoying process of sending things in via snail mail. Wish I bought the protection plan from Best Buy. Now we are just going to deal with the heat for the rest of the year.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from FrigidaireSupport
      Posted .

      Hi Gregoryjs7. We hear your voice and appreciate that you've taken your time to share your important quality and design concerns. Striving to be the best home appliance company in North America, we do value your opinion. We regret to hear that your ownership has not been satisfactory. This is absolutely not the experience we wish upon any of our consumers. We hope to have the opportunity to restore your faith in the Frigidaire brand at another time. If needed, please contact our customer service team to discuss further by calling 1-888-203-1389 Mon-Fri, 8am - 8pm (EST) Sat, 9am - 6pm (EST) Kindly, Anna Frigidaire

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Keeps tripping the breaker.

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nothing else is plugged in on the circuit but it keeps tripping the breaker every few minutes. Do NOT but this unit. I'm taking it back to the store.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Product Expert
      Posted .

      Hello, Thank you for your feedback. Please contact our customer service team at 800-944-9044. Thank you and have a nice day.