Whynter ARC14S 16 inch Dual Hose Cooling Portable Air Conditioner with 14,000 BTU Capacity, Dehumidifier, and Fan with Activated Carbon Filter plus Storage bag, up to 500 sq ft, in Black

Whynter dual hose portable air conditioner is designed specifically with the environment in mind. With this new eco-friendly 14,000 BTU portable air conditioner, you can stay cool while keeping with better environmental standards and reducing energy consumption. This Whynter ARC-14S portable air conditioner features eco-friendly, CFC-free R-32 refrigerant and lead-free RoHS-compliant components. Our CFC-free, lead-free portable AC unit with 14,000 BTU has high energy efficiency.

This portable air conditioner and dehumidifier unit features the patented advance in auto drain technology, which uses and recycles moisture collected during the cooling process to produce cool air. The dual hose operation provides fast cooling. This Whynter dual hose portable air conditioner can cool up to a 500 sq. ft. space, though ambient temperature and humidity may influence optimum performance. By allowing you to cool only one room instead of the entire home, you can save up to 50% on your cooling bill – saving money, energy, and the planet, all in one!
 
Features:

• 14,000 BTU Cooling (ASHRAE-128 Standard) / 9,500 BTU (DOE 2017 Standard)
•  Dual hose operation
•  ECO-FRIENDLY CFC free GREEN R-32 refrigerant
• Lead free RoHS compliant components
• Patented auto drain function fully exhausts all condensate automatically in most environments
• Three operational modes: Air conditioner, fan or dehumidifier
• Digital and remote control
• LCDI (Leakage-Current Detection and Interruption) plug
• Dehumidifying Capacity: 71 Pts / day
• Designed to provide quiet and efficient cooling to any room, with no permanent installation
• 3 fan speeds
• Activated carbon air filter and washable pre-filter
• Full thermostatic control (61°F – 89°F)
• Casters for easy mobility
• 24 hour programmable timer
• Noise level (dBA): <51 low/ <56 high
• Auto restart after power outage
• Storage cover bag with pocket
• Extendable exhaust hose (up to 60″)
• Upgraded Plastic window kit included

✅ Pros

• Dual-hose efficiency
  Uses outside air for cooling and exhaust, reducing negative pressure—much more efficient than single-hose models.
• High cooling capacity
  Rated 14,000 BTU ASHRAE / 9,500 BTU DOE, powerful enough for large rooms; Cool down 600 sq ft living area effectively.
• Award-winning design
  Named “Best Overall” by Good Housekeeping and TIME for technological innovation.
• Self-evaporating condensate system
  Patented auto-drain system avoids manual water emptying in most climates.
• Quiet & responsive
  Relatively low noise: <51 dB (low) / <56 dB (high)

⚠️ Cons

• Heavy and bulky
  Weighs ~75–83 lb; wheels help, but moving and setup can be a chore.
• High power draw
  Consumes up to 1,300 W (11–11.6 A); may raise electricity costs during extended use.
• Complex installation
  Dual hoses and window kit can be fiddly to install; takes some effort.
• Actual BTU output may be lower
  Real-world cooling slightly less than claimed rating due to room leakage and heat from hoses.
• Fan noise issues over time
  Some users report rattles or louder noise when the fan ages or debris builds up