Customer Ratings & Reviews

Manages to keep the room cool. It is loud, though this is the first time we’ve had to keep a portable AC in our bedroom so I don’t have much to compare the loudness to. Also the part of the tube that connects to the window insert piece is VERY bulky which makes it hit the windowsill, causing quite a bit of a gap. I tried searching multiple sources for an instructional video to see if maybe I’m doing it wrong (since the instructions are pretty generic with “put it in the window”) but I couldn’t find any help. I did get it a little bit better than the picture by turning around the window insert after I took it. Even with foam I still can’t seem to get it sealed all the way, just enough. At least it does what it’s intended to do.

We purchased this to use in our bedroom when our HVAC system stopped cooling and we had to wait for it to be repaired. It has a nice look, was easy for my husband to install, and is very efficient. It saved us and allowed us to sleep comfortably. We still use it as a fan and love knowing we have a solid backup if our A/C goes out again.

Purchased this since my home AC was down in mid summer in NM and it took 3 days to get a contractor to go fix it, so in other words survival. I used this unit basically to cool down my bedroom and keep it cool throughout the day so I would be able to sleep at night. It did a pretty decent job at keeping it comfortable but never cold cold. But served it's purpose and kept my room cool.

Works great to help my Ac cool a room with no vents. I like how I can controll it with the app and set a timer for it to auto shut off. Assembly took a bit of finesse with the tube but otherwise good.

As the title says it can cool down a small room pretty quickly but is loud and plastic rattles whenever the compressor is running. Even for a moderate sleeper it often wakes you up when it turns on

This is my first portable air conditioner. I needed something to make the back room bearable again. For years, my elderly mother would suffer through uncomfortable temperatures and stuffy air, while the rest of the house was cooled by the main air conditioner. I’m not sure why I didn’t get a portable air conditioner before. Maybe I was hesitant about the setup, or maybe I knew that portable air conditioners had a reputation for not working as well as a standard window mounted air conditioner. Regardless, I decided to get this unit because I noticed other models from TCL were well rated. After installing and testing it, I can confirm this unit does a good job producing cold air and is effective at cooling down a hot and humid room. What makes this unit stand out from similar models is its smaller footprint and its integration into an app or smart home assistant. First, the unit is a compact 11 inches by 11.4 inches and just over 2 feet tall. Compared to other portable air conditioners with similar BTU and room coverage, this is one of the smaller designs. It allowed me more options on where I can place the unit in the bedroom. As with all portable air conditioners, you need to leave room around the unit to allow for proper air flow. TCL recommends 18 inches, but it seems to be working well with my current setup of about 10 inches in all directions. Given that spacing is always a consideration with these units, I liked the flexibility offered by this unit’s more compact size. As mentioned earlier, another feature that stands out is the ability to control the unit with an app on your phone. The smart integration is very convenient. And if you choose, you can instead connect the unit to your smart speaker or home display. I use Google Home for all my smart home integration, but this model also works with Amazon Alexa and Apple Home. By integrating with my smart home setup, I can control the unit from my phone, by voice, or from my Google Home display (see pictures). The good news is that even if you don’t have any of these smart home options, you can still control the unit on your phone with the TCL Home app. And if you are not interested in using any of these smart features whatsoever, a simple to use remote control is also included. It is the flexibility this model offers that makes it user friendly to operate, especially from a distance. In terms of how effective it is at cooling the room, I am very impressed. The unit blows very cold air when the condenser kicks on. To me, this is the most important feature and the main reason why I choose this air conditioner. I want to know if the unit I’m buying is going to be effective at properly cooling the room. This unit is strong enough to bring down the temperature in a hot room to a comfortable level. The master bedroom that it sits in is about 250 square feet, and it was able to bring a very warm 90-degree room down to 78 degrees. The unit was operating at max capacity, and it took over an hour to drop the temperature by 12 degrees, but it accomplished the job. Simply, it made an unbearable room comfortable again. That alone is the main reason for my 5-star rating. These next points are based on things I noticed while setting up the unit or are recommendations for other features. The most challenging part of the setup was connecting the exhaust hose to the hose outlet and inlet. The quality of these parts is very good, but it takes careful alignment and some muscle to screw on the outlet and inlet connections to both ends of the hose. Hopefully future models have an easier design method to attach these parts. Also, the reusable filters are a little hard to remove. They are designed to slide out, but it takes a good strong tug to get the first one out. It felt like I was going to break it, but once it came out, it was fine. This unit has really strong airflow; it is rated at 300 cubic feet per minute. There isn’t a way to direct the airflow with a vent. It would be nice if there were a deflector or movable vents. Instead, I just made sure to point the unit in the direction I wanted the air to flow. Another note when installing the unit, you are provided with insulation foam and a seal strip adhesive. The instructions tell you to use the foam and it even shows a little image of possible places to put it in a window, but that’s about it. I wish it provided more details or guidance on how to use the foam and strip. Alas, I made it work how I thought best. A note about setting up the unit to the TCL app. The instructions were clear and the process for turning on the Wi-Fi on the unit worked as described. However, when selecting the type of product within the app, I made the mistake of choosing the incorrect device. I accidently selected the icon that said Portable AC; it appears first in the list of products. After failing to get the unit connected to the app, I reread the instructions and noticed it said to select the icon labeled “Matter Portable AC.” Once I realized there was a difference, I located the proper device within the app and the rest of the configuration worked without any issues (see pictures). Regarding the name difference, Matter devices provide an additional option for connecting to your smart home system. It is a relatively new connectivity standard that provides additional options for controlling your devices within your home. One major benefit with Matter devices is they are specifically designed to work without an internet connection because it prioritizes local communication within your home network. If this is something you are interested in, it is best to learn how the Matter ecosystem works just in case you may benefit from this technology. On another note, regarding the connectivity options, it doesn’t appear you can connect the unit to both the TCL app and the Goggle Home ecosystem at the same time. You’ll need to choose which option is best for you. However, the included remote control works regardless of your setup. So, obviously this is the easiest option of them all. Again, it’s nice to have all these options built into this portable air conditioner. Overall, I am very happy with this unit, and I am very glad I chose this one.

The TCL 250sq ft portable AC unit is a nice, compact way to keep smaller areas cool in a house that either lacks AC or has a room that simply falls behind the others in cooling. Its quick and easy to setup, has a nice remote so that you can turn it on and off, and has a companion app (that I haven't used). I haven't had much time to test this as the temperature has been very mild where I live lately, but yesterday it finally got bad enough to kick the AC on and I was pretty impressed. Pros - Remote - Cooling Ability - Easy Setup Cons - A little noisey - Weaker fan As for build quality, I had no issues with the unit. Its made out of a thinner plastic which I imagine is to keep the weight down. It has two handles on the side for lifting that I wish were just a bit higher (makes for an awkward lift with how low they are). The tubing I felt was long enough, the adapters fit right in my window with no need to make modifications, and it even comes with foam insulation, which my last unit didn't have. As for performance, I have this setup in an 8x12ft room, so well below the rated area for this unit, and it did a great job. Even when fighting against the heat produced from my gaming PC. The unit itself will allow you to set the temperature down to 64 degrees, and it actually cuts off when it hits it unlike my last unit. One of the settings that I found particularly useful on days when the temperature wasn't high, but the humidity was is the dehumidifier. We've had days where the humidity was 60-70%, so running the dehumidifier made my living space much more comfortable. Only really complaint I have with the unit is that its pretty noisy at times. The compressor itself is pretty loud, and sometimes it will run through and have clicking sounds that are pretty audible. Overall a pretty good unit for smaller spaces.

Purchased in April, this unit has consistently presented an issue where the compressor activates for a mere few seconds to a minute before deactivating, leaving only the fan to circulate room-temperature air. This state persists for extended periods, and adjusting the thermostat to its lowest setting does not resolve the problem. It appears this unit suffers from a thermostat malfunction, an issue corroborated by numerous similar customer reviews.

TCL has a new 3 in 1 Smart Portable 6,000 BTU Air Conditioner, Fan and Dehumidifier that works well in 250 sq. ft. spaces or under. It is super easy to set up and equally easy to download the app and control when away from your home. After complete setup, and with Wi-Fi assistance, it can be controlled through the TCL Home App, by voice command using either Alexa or Google Assistant, or by using the remote that is included. I set this unit up to work with Amazon’s Alexa, and the voice commands work great. It has three modes that make it very versatile and is designed with multiple fan speeds. Other useful additional features have been included like a sleep timer, a 24-hour timer, and an auto restart after a power outage. The design is simple and straight forward and the product is even set on casters and has side handles for easily moving it when needed. First and foremost, it is designed as a portable air conditioner, but it also doubles as a dehumidifier and as a fan. The air conditioner is extremely easy to install, and everything needed is included in the box. Installing the air conditioning requires the exhaust hose which has an outlet and inlet attachments, a window slider kit that functions in both double hung and sliding windows, foam installation to seal the slider kit, and a drain hose. The air outlet slides right into the back of the unit. Then the exhaust hose can be forcefully pushed and screwed into the outlet before extending it and connecting the inlet to the outer end of the hose. It is a little easier if you do not extend the hose before attaching both the hose’s outlet and the inlet attachments. Even then it requires a little pressure and at least three turns as the plastic to plastic has to be screwed in order to ensure a tight fit. It is equipped with a reusable and washable filter which is nice. The dehumidifier is a notable feature of this 3 in 1 product for me because there are a few months of the years that my geographical area has extremely high humidity. I can use the dehumidifier feature to extract water from the air before actually running the air conditioner. The kit comes with a drain hose for using the dehumidifier function. The fan is also a great stand-alone feature to have when the air conditioning is not needed. Both the dehumidifier and the fan use considerably less electricity than the air conditioning does. So having all three features in one unit and using them to maximize cooling and yet limit electrical use is a great concept. Both the remote and the control panel on the top of the unit allow for all of the controls to be operated. The controls are easy to see on the top of the panel. The basic choices are the power button, cool mode, dry mode, fan mode, and sleep mode. This TCL model (H6P44W/T06PC5S) is marketed as quiet, and it is for an air conditioner. It operates at around 54 decibels which is considered to be moderate to soft. Normal conversation is around 50 decibels. The TCL Portable Air Conditioner is also a small vertical unit of 26 ½” tall that only occupies a footprint of 11” x 11”. I really like this product. It is perfect for cooling my outside shed that I use as an office. The overall dimensions of the shed are 12’ x 20’ which puts the 240sq ft of the shed under the 250 sq. feet of the unit’s capacity. I would recommend this product for a workshop in a garage, a dorm, an apartment or anywhere in your home where you need additional cooling.

Positives - The process from taking out and physically setting up was straight forward and easy to follow from prior experience with other portable air conditioners. The setup manual provided clear instructions as well (if needed for first time people setting it up). Once all needed components were connected (Power/exhaust hose), the unit took less than 5 mins to start really getting cold air running. For placement, I placed it in around 500-600 Sq/Ft room . Although this is rated for 250 Sq. Ft, it was able to provide a comfortable environment. Negatives - The area of improvement is the connectivity to the application, after following the setup instructions for the app “TCL Home”, Setting up the account and trying to trouble shot. I was unable to connect the device to that dedicated app. There was however, a QR Code on the side of the device that directed me straight the Apple Home Kit. I was able to connect the device that was but still unable to link it to the TCL Specific Application – assuming this would cause me to not be able to leverage with turning the AC on while on my way home from work. Overall - The overall experience was good. Although there were connectivity issues, it did provide the important function of keeping the room cool. I would recommend it to friends and family, if they were looking to cool a respective bedroom, office or workshop area.

Ever since the 4 days of winter left here in Texas, we have been preheating to summer quiet quickly. I've always needed something external to cool my bedroom as the ductwork seems to not cool my room down as much as the rest of the house. Enter the TCL portable AC. If my living room was a nice 72, my room would always be 8-10 degrees hotter and it wasn't pleasant. The TCL has mighty cooling power in a small package albeit a little noisy. When 1st setting up a portable AC unit, always let it sit upright for a minimum of 24 hours before use. Setup was quick and simple. You get everything you need to get started. The only item you will need if you do would be something to cut the trim with if you window is small and a screwdriver. I used the smaller bay window in my room to exhaust the hot air and just had to cut off a small piece to get in to set right into the window frame. TCL includes all the hardware needed to find a good spot for you. Also included is a remote control that I prefer using over the App that you can download. I also purchased a little stand to let it on so the cold air could reach my bed as I have a high bedframe and put the unit on it. This also helps with the draining once the unit is full of water from use. There is nothing too fancy about the TCL, but there isn't anything else it needs if you just want a cold room. It has 2 speeds, default and high. Both run a little loud and high being really loud. I am a heavy sleeper and can drown it out easy but light sleepers be warned. There are also 3 modes if you need them, 1st being AC, 2nd is just being a fan to move air and the 3rd is dehumidifying. Last night my bedroom was 81 when I started it and after watching about an hour of TV, my room was a super comfy 73. Performance is great for my needs. I would recommend to any in need of an AC unit for a room no bigger than 250 sq ft.

I recently purchased the TCL 6,000 BTU Smart Portable Air Conditioner for a small bedroom/home office, and overall I've been very satisfied with its performance. Cooling Performance The unit does an excellent job cooling spaces up to about 250 square feet. It noticeably lowers the temperature within 15–30 minutes, making hot summer days much more comfortable. For smaller rooms, the cooling power is more than adequate, though larger spaces may require a higher BTU model. Smart Features One of the biggest advantages is the smart functionality. The TCL app allows me to control the air conditioner remotely, adjust temperatures, change modes, and set schedules from my phone. The Wi-Fi connectivity was straightforward to set up, and the convenience of turning the unit on before arriving home is a great feature. 3-in-1 Functionality The air conditioner includes cooling, fan, and dehumidifier modes. The dehumidifier works particularly well during humid weather, helping the room feel cooler and more comfortable even when the temperature isn't extremely high. Having all three functions in one unit adds a lot of versatility. Installation Installation was relatively simple. The included window venting kit fit my standard window without major issues, and setup took less than 30 minutes. The instructions were clear enough for a first-time portable AC owner. Noise Level Like most portable air conditioners, it does generate some noise while running. It's not excessively loud, but light sleepers may notice it at night. The fan mode is quieter than the cooling mode, and the sound becomes easier to ignore after a while. Design and Portability The white finish looks clean and modern, blending well with most room décor. The built-in wheels make it easy to move between rooms when needed, which is a major advantage over a traditional window unit. Energy Efficiency The unit appears reasonably efficient for its size. The programmable timer and scheduling options help reduce unnecessary usage and can help keep electricity costs under control. Pros Effective cooling for small rooms Convenient smart app and Wi-Fi controls Includes AC, fan, and dehumidifier functions Easy installation process Portable design with wheels Clean, modern appearance Cons Can be somewhat noisy during cooling operation Best suited for smaller spaces Overall Rating: 4.8/5 The TCL 6,000 BTU Smart Portable Air Conditioner is a great choice for apartments, bedrooms, dorm rooms, or home offices up to 250 square feet. It delivers reliable cooling, useful smart features, and versatile operation at a reasonable price. While it's not completely silent, its performance and convenience make it an excellent value for anyone needing a portable cooling solution.

I was really excited when I received the TCL Air Conditioner. I was intrigued by its smart functionality and ease of use, and I was happy about its quiet claim. It’s great however... it makes some bold claims. To test the unit, I bought a thermometer and a humidity sensor. This is how I gauged how the temperature or humidity dropped. So the unit can handle the three modes well. If you are using the remote or the TCL app, you have the option to turn on the AC, the fan, or the dehumidifier. Google Home only shows On/Off. You are not able to switch between the modes. The AC will cool down your room 3-4 degrees in 30 minutes. I went from 78 degrees in my room to 74 in that timeframe. I also tend to just aim it at my chair, and that usually is enough. I don’t share my office with anyone else, but in 30-60 minutes, any small room you have should be chilly enough. The humidity will drop 4-5% over 30 minutes. The room was at 43% and dropped to 38%. So overall, the main functionality works well, but everything else after that is a broken or semi-broken promise. They mention “setup made easy.” Attaching the hose to the inlets took a while. I feel like the ends of the hose should’ve been metal so they can twist into the inlets like a screw. So essentially, you’re trying to screw the collapsible hose material into the plastic inlet. The hose is also slightly bigger than the inlets. For the window slider they only give you one plug to lock it in place. Does not make sense if there is a hole on the other side that can also be plugged. I am afraid the plug will pop out one day, and it would fall. They do provide some foam and tape, but the more security, the better. They mention “quiet by design.” I’m sorry it’s not quiet in the slightest. I’ve never owned another portable AC unit like this before, so perhaps it is quieter compared to older models. It is on par with the same noise level as my dryer. My noise-cancelling headphones do help block some of the noise, but they cannot block it fully. With those headphones on, I can’t hear cars from the street, or my old fan, or even if my heater is running. Luckily, I also have a microphone that is inches from my mouth, so it does not pick up the AC. If you’re using a webcam mic or a lower-quality microphone, they will hear the AC. As I mentioned earlier, the Google Home app is missing some smart features. I noticed that you can only pair to one service. It was also time-consuming to pair with. Sometimes it connects. Sometimes it does not. Usually, it takes multiple tries. I encountered so many issues. You cannot pair to the TCL app and Google Home at the same time, either. With that said, if you want voice control, pick your smart speaker. If you want to be able to control the mode, the fan speed, and set a timer, pick the TCL Home app. Hopefully, knowing this saves you some time and trouble! It’s crazy because I’ve never had a smart device that can’t connect to its own application and Google Home at the same time. I’ve also tried pairing through the TCL app and then trying to add the device through “link app or services” on Google Home. After I try to connect it, Google Home will say, “Something went wrong. Try again.” I’m not looking forward to the day when the filter is dirty. I might manage to break it if I need to clean it. It’s plastic, flimsy, and tight in its space. So overall, it’s great with its three modes. It’s just not great at everything else.

TCL has a new 6K BTU Smart 3-in-1 AC unit out. It can cover 250 square feet of space and has 3 modes. The main mode is the AC mode and it also has a Fan mode and Dehumidifier mode. It’s convenient to have a dehumidifier mode as an option with it. It comes with an exhaust hose, a mount that fits in a window, and an adapter to connect the hose to the window mount. It also comes with a drain hose I can connect and run to where I want the drain water to go. It’s very straightforward.
 Regarding power consumption, it uses much more power than I expected when the AC compressor is running. It used up to 895 watts when cooling. I have a different portable AC unit that cools a little more square footage, but uses half the watts. It would be good for TCL to look into that and maybe change to a more power efficient compressor. When using dehumidifier mode, it only used up to 122 watts which I think is good. Fan mode used about 90 watts. The blower pushes air well. The design is such that the air moves mostly to the left coming out of the unit instead of straight forward and there isn’t a way for me to set the direction. It would have been nice to the ability to change the direction of the air flow, but it my room where I use the unit, the air just hits the left wall and ends up helping to circulate the air. If someone has a situation where that wouldn’t help them and they need to the airflow to be a different angle, then they would have to turn the unit to accommodate the air flow direction they need. Event with that said, the unit was able to cool the room it is in down to 72 degrees F without a problem and it did well at maintaining that temperature. When I setup the unit using the TCL app, I was presented with the option to use Google or Alexa to control the unit. I chose Alexa so I can use my Echo devices to control it. The only issue I had during the setup was that my mobile device I used with the app was on a different network SSID than what I wanted the unit to be on which caused the app to setup the unit on the SSID my mobile device was on. I went back through the setup after I set my mobile device to be on the network that I wanted the uint to be on and it connected to that SSID without a problem. It would help if TCL changed the app to let you select from available SSIDs from the start so people don’t have to go through that. Overall I like the AC and it has helped keep a room in my home, one that is furthest away from my home AC, cool when my main AC doesn’t keep the room as cool as I would like even though it does great for all the other rooms. If you need a small AC unit or a dehumidifier, then look into the TCL 6K BTU 3-in-1 Smart Portable air conditioner. I think people would be happy with it and it is easy to setup and use. Plus it supports Google and Alexa.

This unit will easy cool down a bedroom space. It's pretty easy to setup and understand most controls. It's easy to turn on and turn off the provided remote and has clear instructions for setup, care, maintenance. The only 3 things I didn't like were the price, how loud it is even in the lower setting, and the timer function. After tax it came out to $360ish and that seemed too expensive for what this unit can do. It also gets pretty loud even at its lowest fan setting, and the timer is very confusing for a first time buyer like myself. Other than that it does what it's suppose to and works great for the purpose of cooling down my space during the day or night.

Great AC for a small room. Good value. Easy installation. Remote / WiFi controlled. Turn that AC on when on your way back from work.

Product does the job of cooling a small room, but is very loud and does not auto shut off, so it continuesly runs.

Easy to setup, and work great. It starts cooling down the room quickly. The size is prefect doesn't take up a lot of room, and easy to store away went not using.

Great portable AC! It cools my room quickly, is easy to set up, and the smart features are a nice bonus. It’s compact, works well, and the fan and dehumidifier functions are a great addition. Definitely a good value for the price. I would recommend it!

The TCL 6,000 BTU portable air conditioner (rated for 250 sq. ft.) performed incredibly well during a recent extreme heat advisory in my region. While it didn't make my room ice-cold, it successfully lowered the temperature to a very comfortable level, which is exactly what I needed. My only issue with this unit is the noise. It is quite loud and occasionally interrupted my sleep.