Finding a quality, energy efficient window air conditioner doesn’t have to be hard or expensive. There are many great brands and models to choose from. You just have to know what you expect for the price you are able to pay. You will also need to know how many BTU and what kind of features you would like before beginning your search. If you already know what you are looking for, here are 5 different models that differ in features and functions, yet are all cheap window air conditioners.
G.E. AEL05LP
With 5000 BTU, this unit’s price is relatively low at about $100 and it can easily be purchased from several retailers. It has an EER of 9.7 and uses R410A refrigerant. Its features include 2-way air direction, 2 fan and cooling speeds, and an automatic shut off. It is a rather small unit with dimensions of 16.09” W x 11.96” H x 13.87” D.
Frigidaire FRA052XT7
This 5000 BTU unit can also be purchased as low as $100, depending on where you buy it from. It can be found at most major retailers too. This particular Frigidaire model comes with several features, including 2-way air direction, anti-bacterial filter, and 2 cooling and fan speeds. This unit is also a mini window air conditioner with its dimensions being 16” W x 12” H x 13 ¼” D.
Sharp AFS80RX
This unit has 8000 BTU and an EER of 10.8 making it Energy Star qualified. It has 3 fan and cooling speeds, 4-way air direction, R410A refrigerant, energy saving mode, and a 24 hour timer. This unit is a little bit larger than the other 2. Its dimensions are 18.5” W x 12.5” H x 16.3” D. This unit can be purchased anywhere from $150 to $200.
Kenmore 70151
$400 is the lowest this unit has been priced but with a BTU of 15100 and an EER of 10.7, this model is definitely considered to be one of the few cheap window air conditioners. This Energy Star rated unit has many great features too. It has 3 fan and cooling speeds, 8-way air direction, a 24 hour timer, R410A refrigerant, and a reusable filter. Its dimensions are much larger than the other units listed above, 26.5” W x 17.6” H x 24” D.
Haier HWR10XC6
At 10000 BTU this unit’s price is really cheap, costing as little as $160. This unit has a 9.8 EER. It has many great features such as a 24 hour timer, dehumidifier function, 3 fan and cooling settings, and remote operation. This unit is also said to have ultra quiet operation. It is a small unit with its dimensions being 19.7” W x 17.3” H x 13.6” D.
These 5 models are only a few of the cheap window air conditioners available. There are others to choose from depending on your price range and the features you need. However these are all very cheap models with great features. A quality brand that is always cheaper than others is Frigidaire. If you don’t see what you need on this list, you may find a model you like with them.