Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for basement air conditioners.
The best air conditioners for the basement will be compact, easy to install, and quiet. They should also be energy efficient, so you don't pay more than necessary to keep your space cool. Finally, they should have a dehumidifier function, which is important for keeping the air in your basement dry. Here are our top picks for the best portable air conditioners for the basement.
LG - 400 Sq. Ft. Smart Portable Air Conditioner - Black
Model: LP0821GSSMSKU: 6505294Top comment"I love this ac unit it cops my studio Basement apartment so well and so quickly ... easy to use and connects to alexa"
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This portable air conditioner is the SMART choice for versatile cooling! Cool your home from anywhere using LG ThinQ technology to control your air conditioner with your phone or use with Amazon Alexa and Hey Google to have control with the sound of your voice. This quiet unit is ideal for cooling medium rooms up to 400 sq. ft. The unit has 2 cooling and fan speeds and a 24 hour timer to create a cooling schedule. The auto-swing air vent helps direct the flow of air where it's needed most whether cooling, dehumidifying or just circulating air. If there is a power outage, the auto restart feature will automatically turn your unit back on when power is restored. Easy rolling casters allow you to efficiently move the unit to another location. Other features include an LCD remote control, easy window venting installation kit, removable/washable filter and a check filter alert.Top comment"I love this ac unit it cops my studio Basement apartment so well and so quickly ... easy to use and connects to alexa"
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This portable air conditioner is the SMART choice for versatile cooling! Cool your home from anywhere using LG ThinQ technology to control your air conditioner with your phone or use with Amazon Alexa and Hey Google to have control with the sound of your voice. This quiet unit is ideal for cooling medium rooms up to 400 sq. ft. The unit has 2 cooling and fan speeds and a 24 hour timer to create a cooling schedule. The auto-swing air vent helps direct the flow of air where it's needed most whether cooling, dehumidifying or just circulating air. If there is a power outage, the auto restart feature will automatically turn your unit back on when power is restored. Easy rolling casters allow you to efficiently move the unit to another location. Other features include an LCD remote control, easy window venting installation kit, removable/washable filter and a check filter alert.See all Portable Air ConditionersYour price for this item is $430.99The previous price was $529.99New!LG - 350 Sq. Ft. Portable Air Conditioner - White
Model: LP0721WSRSKU: 6505276Top comment"[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] we bought this to cool a basement room with a small window. It works great cooling the room"
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This portable air conditioner is a great choice for versatile cooling! This quiet unit is ideal for cooling medium rooms up to 350 sq. ft. The unit has 2 cooling and fan speeds and a 24 hour timer to create a cooling schedule. The auto-swing air vent helps direct the flow of air where it's needed most whether cooling, dehumidifying or just circulating air. If there is a power outage, the auto restart feature will automatically turn your unit back on when power is restored. Easy rolling casters allow you to efficiently move the unit to another location. Other features include an LCD remote control, easy window venting installation kit, removable/washable filter and a check filter alert.Top comment"[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] we bought this to cool a basement room with a small window. It works great cooling the room"
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This portable air conditioner is a great choice for versatile cooling! This quiet unit is ideal for cooling medium rooms up to 350 sq. ft. The unit has 2 cooling and fan speeds and a 24 hour timer to create a cooling schedule. The auto-swing air vent helps direct the flow of air where it's needed most whether cooling, dehumidifying or just circulating air. If there is a power outage, the auto restart feature will automatically turn your unit back on when power is restored. Easy rolling casters allow you to efficiently move the unit to another location. Other features include an LCD remote control, easy window venting installation kit, removable/washable filter and a check filter alert.See all Portable Air ConditionersYour price for this item is $378.99The previous price was $399.99New!LG - 10,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner - White
Model: LW1017ERSMSKU: 5890354Top comment"I am building a climate controlled storage room in my basement and so far it has kept the humidity spot on. "
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Stay cool on the hottest days with this 10,000 BTU LG window air conditioner. Its four-way air deflection ensures uniform distribution of air, while its energy-saver function intermittently shuts the fan off when the desired temperature is reached. The remote control on this LG window air conditioner lets you adjust the temperature from anywhere in the room.Top comment"I am building a climate controlled storage room in my basement and so far it has kept the humidity spot on. "
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Stay cool on the hottest days with this 10,000 BTU LG window air conditioner. Its four-way air deflection ensures uniform distribution of air, while its energy-saver function intermittently shuts the fan off when the desired temperature is reached. The remote control on this LG window air conditioner lets you adjust the temperature from anywhere in the room.See all Window Air ConditionersYour price for this item is $389.99The previous price was $439.99New!Frigidaire - Energy Star 450 sq ft Window-Mounted Compact Air Conditioner - White
Model: FFRE103WAESKU: 6417657Top comment"I also have a large Frigidaire dehumidifier that keep our basement relative humidity down. If it's functioning like this by next summer we would rate it 5 star."
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On hot, humid days, Frigidaire's Energy Star 10,000 BTU window-mounted air conditioner quickly cools a room up to 450 square feet. Ready-Select electronic controls allow you to set the comfort level to your preference, while a convenient temperature-readout displays the set temperature. Effortless temperature sensing remote control allows you to see, set and maintain room temperature from across the room. The multi-speed fan features three different speeds for cooling flexibility and the 6-way comfort control design allows you to easily direct the air where you want it. The washable filter with front, tilt-out access captures dust from the air to keep your air conditioner working efficiently. Plus, low power start-up conserves energy and saves you money. Year after year, Frigidaire is the brand you can trust to keep you cool and comfortable.Top comment"I also have a large Frigidaire dehumidifier that keep our basement relative humidity down. If it's functioning like this by next summer we would rate it 5 star."
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On hot, humid days, Frigidaire's Energy Star 10,000 BTU window-mounted air conditioner quickly cools a room up to 450 square feet. Ready-Select electronic controls allow you to set the comfort level to your preference, while a convenient temperature-readout displays the set temperature. Effortless temperature sensing remote control allows you to see, set and maintain room temperature from across the room. The multi-speed fan features three different speeds for cooling flexibility and the 6-way comfort control design allows you to easily direct the air where you want it. The washable filter with front, tilt-out access captures dust from the air to keep your air conditioner working efficiently. Plus, low power start-up conserves energy and saves you money. Year after year, Frigidaire is the brand you can trust to keep you cool and comfortable.See all Window Air ConditionersYour price for this item is $329.00New!Frigidaire - Energy Star 350 sq ft Window-Mounted Mini-Compact Air Conditioner - White
Model: FFRE083WAESKU: 6416435Top comment"So many options, a remote and the ease of use. My basement has never been a more chilled out place to be than now."
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On hot, humid days, Frigidaire's Energy Star 8,000 BTU window-mounted air conditioner quickly cools a room up to 350 square feet. Ready-Select electronic controls allow you to set the comfort level to your preference, while a convenient temperature-readout displays the set temperature. Effortless temperature sensing remote control allows you to see, set and maintain room temperature from across the room. The multi-speed fan features three different speeds for cooling flexibility and the 6-way comfort control design allows you to easily direct the air where you want it. The washable filter with front, tilt-out access captures dust from the air to keep your air conditioner working efficiently. Plus, low power start-up conserves energy and saves you money. Year after year, Frigidaire is the brand you can trust to keep you cool and comfortable.Top comment"So many options, a remote and the ease of use. My basement has never been a more chilled out place to be than now."
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On hot, humid days, Frigidaire's Energy Star 8,000 BTU window-mounted air conditioner quickly cools a room up to 350 square feet. Ready-Select electronic controls allow you to set the comfort level to your preference, while a convenient temperature-readout displays the set temperature. Effortless temperature sensing remote control allows you to see, set and maintain room temperature from across the room. The multi-speed fan features three different speeds for cooling flexibility and the 6-way comfort control design allows you to easily direct the air where you want it. The washable filter with front, tilt-out access captures dust from the air to keep your air conditioner working efficiently. Plus, low power start-up conserves energy and saves you money. Year after year, Frigidaire is the brand you can trust to keep you cool and comfortable.See all Window Air ConditionersYour price for this item is $329.99New!LG - 500 Sq. Ft. Smart Portable Air Conditioner - White
Model: LP1419IVSMSKU: 6354675Top comment"Best stand alone unit. I live in a small basement 800 SQ Ft 1 bedroom apartment with studio kitchen. ...It is the best thing i have done. I cooled my basement which is 1685 sg feet. I kept it at 70 degrees (f) all summer with no trouble. "
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Beat the heat with this LG dual-inverter portable air conditioner. The built-in Wi-Fi lets you customize settings remotely for added convenience, while the built in wheels make it easy to move from room to room as needed. This LG dual-inverter portable air conditioner has three fan speeds for adjusting intensity.Top comment"Best stand alone unit. I live in a small basement 800 SQ Ft 1 bedroom apartment with studio kitchen. ...It is the best thing i have done. I cooled my basement which is 1685 sg feet. I kept it at 70 degrees (f) all summer with no trouble. "
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Beat the heat with this LG dual-inverter portable air conditioner. The built-in Wi-Fi lets you customize settings remotely for added convenience, while the built in wheels make it easy to move from room to room as needed. This LG dual-inverter portable air conditioner has three fan speeds for adjusting intensity.See all Window Air ConditionersYour price for this item is $699.99The previous price was $739.99Frigidaire - 3–in-1 Portable Room Air Conditioner - White
Model: FHPW122AC1SKU: 6483565Top comment"With this AC my whole basement cools pf and is more comfortable...Works really well in my basement. It’s the only area in the house without ac. "
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The Frigidaire 12,000 BTU 3-in-1 Portable Air Conditioner keeps your home cool and comfortable when and where you need it. Enjoy more cooling flexibility with two different fan speeds plus dehumidifying Dry Mode to keep your room cool and comfortable while also removing excess moisture from the air. Plus, cool your room anywhere, anytime from your smart device with the Frigidaire app.Top comment"With this AC my whole basement cools pf and is more comfortable...Works really well in my basement. It’s the only area in the house without ac. "
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The Frigidaire 12,000 BTU 3-in-1 Portable Air Conditioner keeps your home cool and comfortable when and where you need it. Enjoy more cooling flexibility with two different fan speeds plus dehumidifying Dry Mode to keep your room cool and comfortable while also removing excess moisture from the air. Plus, cool your room anywhere, anytime from your smart device with the Frigidaire app.See all Portable Air ConditionersYour price for this item is $448.99The previous price was $499.99NewAir - 270 Sq. Ft Portable Air Conditioner - White
Model: NAC14KWH03SKU: 6508572See all Portable Air ConditionersProduct Description
Tired of suffering through summer’s heat and humidity? The Newair Single Hose Portable Air Conditioner puts you in control of your climate to keep your space healthy, cool, and comfortable. This Portable Air Conditioner has a modern black and white design that blends in anywhere and is easy to install. With a minimal look and smooth finish this Portable AC is personal space friendly. No need to wrestle with heavy, unsightly window AC units—just attach the exhaust hose to the extendable window vent and you’re done. The self-evaporative system dials up the efficiency and eliminates the need to empty the water tank in all but the most humid conditions.See all Portable Air ConditionersProduct Description
Tired of suffering through summer’s heat and humidity? The Newair Single Hose Portable Air Conditioner puts you in control of your climate to keep your space healthy, cool, and comfortable. This Portable Air Conditioner has a modern black and white design that blends in anywhere and is easy to install. With a minimal look and smooth finish this Portable AC is personal space friendly. No need to wrestle with heavy, unsightly window AC units—just attach the exhaust hose to the extendable window vent and you’re done. The self-evaporative system dials up the efficiency and eliminates the need to empty the water tank in all but the most humid conditions.See all Portable Air ConditionersYour price for this item is $431.99The previous price was $599.99AireMax - 600 Sq. Ft. Portable Air Conditioner - White
Model: APH10CESKU: 6510924Top comment"If given the chance I would definitely purchase another for my basement. I love that it comes with the remote so I don't have to get up and push buttons every time as well....We also noticed it can be used as a dehumidifier which were excited to try this winter in our basement. This A/C is worth it!"
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Keeps rooms cool and comfortable with this AireMax portable air conditioner. Ideal for quickly cooling and dehumidifying, this unit improves comfort in spaces up to 600 square feet, with dehumidification up to 90 pints per day. Designed with a self-evaporative system, the unit condensates water recycled inside for efficient cooling. Equipped with cooling options tailored to your preferences, the AireMax portable unit has 3 air flow speeds, plus a sleep function for effective cooling around the clock. Easily transport your unit throughout your home with 4-way casters and convenient side handles. And with removable mesh filters, simply vacuum and wash for stress-free upkeep of your AireMax air conditioner.Top comment"If given the chance I would definitely purchase another for my basement. I love that it comes with the remote so I don't have to get up and push buttons every time as well....We also noticed it can be used as a dehumidifier which were excited to try this winter in our basement. This A/C is worth it!"
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Keeps rooms cool and comfortable with this AireMax portable air conditioner. Ideal for quickly cooling and dehumidifying, this unit improves comfort in spaces up to 600 square feet, with dehumidification up to 90 pints per day. Designed with a self-evaporative system, the unit condensates water recycled inside for efficient cooling. Equipped with cooling options tailored to your preferences, the AireMax portable unit has 3 air flow speeds, plus a sleep function for effective cooling around the clock. Easily transport your unit throughout your home with 4-way casters and convenient side handles. And with removable mesh filters, simply vacuum and wash for stress-free upkeep of your AireMax air conditioner.See all Portable Air ConditionersYour price for this item is $449.99JHS - 450 Sq. Ft. Portable Air Conditioner - White
Model: A018C-08KRSKU: 6505643Top comment"I placed this in my basement because it is also a dehumidifier and I use it that way during the night to help pull moisture from the walls. "
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The JHS portable air conditioner is designed to keep you comfortable in any room of your home. Designed for a room up to 450 square feet, this 3 in 1 unit has cooling, fan and dehumidifying up to 59 pints per day. Sleep mode allows you to keep cool while getting a full night’s rest. Integrated side handles and caster wheels help you transport the unit from room to room wherever you need relief. Includes a flexible exhaust hose and window venting kit for quick and easy setup.Top comment"I placed this in my basement because it is also a dehumidifier and I use it that way during the night to help pull moisture from the walls. "
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The JHS portable air conditioner is designed to keep you comfortable in any room of your home. Designed for a room up to 450 square feet, this 3 in 1 unit has cooling, fan and dehumidifying up to 59 pints per day. Sleep mode allows you to keep cool while getting a full night’s rest. Integrated side handles and caster wheels help you transport the unit from room to room wherever you need relief. Includes a flexible exhaust hose and window venting kit for quick and easy setup.See all Portable Air ConditionersYour price for this item is $369.99