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Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 95 reviews

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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81%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are impressed with the cooling capabilities and ease of use of the ARC-14SH portable air conditioner. The unit is easy to set up and the installation documentation is clear. However, some customers have noted that the unit can be quite noisy. While some find it larger than expected, many feel its performance exceeds expectations.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    So far so good

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    As far as the cooling goes it has worked very well throughout a hot summer for a large 18x22 room. I have yet to try the heating feature, but I will update when I do.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Does the job we had hoped

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

    So far we've only used the cooling phase of our unit and find it very satisfactory for cooling our glassed in front porch. The noise level is very tolerable and we plan to use the porch for approximately 8-9 months as an extension of our home beginning in early spring and extending thru late fall.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Cools 450 sq feet as stated

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

    The in flow and out flow coils are extremely difficult to stay securely attached to the back of the unit and the window panel. I had to use thermal Duct tape to secure them in place. The unit is quieter than my last unit. I read complaints about the in flow and out flow openings are too close which decreases the efficiency of the unit however I have not noticed this to be an issue.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    When you have no room for a window unit

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

    Bought this unit to install in a room with a patio door.. Great for when you're limited on install options..

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Whynter AC/Heater

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is an amazing air conditioner! It works better than any other brand I have tried.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    AC or Heater

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love this for summer or winter! It worked great in my kids room to keep them cool or wam!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ac init

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love it. I will cool my den off in 10 minutes. I would recommend to anyone

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best choice for portable ac

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

    I did some research before purchasing the unit, I must say that I am truly satisfied with it. My room stairs nice and cold

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Does the job

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

    Does the job if you have a way to vent the hot air out. I vented it into the garage and it cooled my basement quick didn't check the heater but I'm positive it would get the job done too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Cools the one room efficiently

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

    This purchase was made to cool one room and it has done an excellent job so far.

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

    22 degrees and its already broken.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this from best buy 3 months ago. It cost over 500. It's already broken. Best buy want take it back because i didn't buy warranty. I asked lady if they sale the warty on purpose because they know they are saleing crap. Manufacturer warranty people say it has to be returned to were i bought it. Both company and best buy are passing the buck. And I'm screwed and can't get it repaired or returned. Don't recommend product or best way anymore.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just buy it already

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best ac unit i've ever had. So far has kept up with the summer heat.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy to set up

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

    Seems to be well made Cools very well And hock up to window seems solid

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Air conditioner

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its very good it cold ur romm very fast,at least for me

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good product and reliable

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

    After using this product for nearly a year I can say it has served us well. It has heated and cooled our upstairs loft area and playroom relatively good. It seems to run up our energy bills when left on continuously on really hot days, yet it has done the job. It is very large and heavy, but well made and dependable. Good purchase

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good cooling

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

    This does a great job of cooling for a portable air unit. Consumer reports rated it one of the best and they were right. I have another brand that was not nearly as good

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Its ok for what it is

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

    It is not the greatest AC ever. It will not cool as good as a window unit, but they are not supposed to. Its used for those areas where a normal window will not fit, or isnt viable. It cools less than it says, but again that was expected as Ive had experience with these in the past. Its ok for what it is.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome !!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product is just what the doctor ordered !! Works great !!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Performed Very Well

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

    Waited to review this item until it made it through the summer. It performed very well, worked as advertised and I would recommend it. In very hot weather (i.e. Southeast) it didn't cool as much square footage to a truly "cool" temperature in my opinion, but still did a good job in maintaining comfort level'.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product but dont expect a savior

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

    Its a good A/C but even living in weather where the heat ranges from 80 - 95 degrees, the A/C can only cool 1 room. You have to safeguard any holes that the cool air might escape out of.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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