Is 8000 BTU enough for my room?

It is rated for about 230 sq. ft. That suits a bedroom or small office; larger or sun-heavy rooms will feel undercooled.

Costway rates it at up to 65 dB. That is noticeable at night, so light sleepers should expect fan and compressor noise.

Does it need a window?

Yes. The included kit vents hot air through a window or sliding door, and the unit rolls on casters.

Yes, up to 40 pints a day. It has no heating function, so it is cooling and dehumidifying only.

Is it energy efficient?

No. It is not Energy Star certified and its 6.3 CEER is low, drawing about 1200 W at 10.4 amps.

How does it compare with a dual-hose portable AC?

A dual-hose unit pulls in outside air for the condenser and exhausts it separately, so it cools more efficiently and often runs quieter. This single-hose model is simpler to set up but less efficient.

Where is the Costway 5000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner cheapest?

At Target, for $223.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Costway 5000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner?

Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 99 ratings.

Where can I buy the Costway 5000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Target, eBay.

Costway 5000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

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Costway 5000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

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Last seen at $223.99 at Target on Nov 8.

Our take on the Costway 5000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

The Costway 8000 BTU portable air conditioner is a floor-standing unit for rooms up to about 230 sq. ft. It cools, dehumidifies up to 40 pints a day and moves 155 CFM, with a remote, touch panel, timer and sleep mode. It is not Energy Star certified and its 6.3 CEER is low, so it draws about 1200 W. It is a budget single-hose unit, so expect more noise and higher running costs than efficient dual-hose models.

Best forBedrooms and small offices up to 230 sq. ft.Renters who can't install a window unitBuyers who want a remote and timer on a budgetDamp rooms that also need dehumidifying

Pros

Cools and dehumidifies (40 pints/day) in one unit
Remote control, touch panel, timer and sleep mode
Installation kit and tools included
Washable dust filter is easy to maintain
Auto defrost keeps it running in cool conditions

Cons

Not Energy Star certified; 6.3 CEER is low for the class
Rated up to 65 dB, loud for a bedroom
45 lbs and 27.5 inches tall, awkward to move between rooms
Single-hose design, so cooling is less efficient than dual-hose units
No heating function

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What reviewers say

3.4 / 599 ratings

Ratings average 3.4 out of 5 from 99 buyers, a middling score for a budget portable AC. Owners report it cools small rooms but complain about noise and cooling strength in larger spaces.

What people mention

NoiseCriticisedOwners say the compressor and fan are loud enough to notice at night, near the 65 dB rating.
Cooling powerMixedIt handles small rooms but owners say it falls short in larger or sunny spaces.
SetupPraisedBuyers report the window kit and tools make installation straightforward.
BuildCriticisedThe plastic housing and 45 lb weight make it feel flimsy and hard to move.
EfficiencyCriticisedThe low 6.3 CEER and lack of Energy Star mean higher running costs than efficient models.

Specifications

Depth: 12.5"
Height: 27.5"
Width: 12"
Weight: 45 lbs
Energy Star Certified: No
EER Rating: 6.3 (CEER)
Installation Location: Floor
Installation Type

Questions and answers

Is 8000 BTU enough for my room?: It is rated for about 230 sq. ft. That suits a bedroom or small office; larger or sun-heavy rooms will feel undercooled.
How loud is it?: Costway rates it at up to 65 dB. That is noticeable at night, so light sleepers should expect fan and compressor noise.
Does it need a window?: Yes. The included kit vents hot air through a window or sliding door, and the unit rolls on casters.
Does it dehumidify?: Yes, up to 40 pints a day. It has no heating function, so it is cooling and dehumidifying only.
Is it energy efficient?: No. It is not Energy Star certified and its 6.3 CEER is low, drawing about 1200 W at 10.4 amps.
How does it compare with a dual-hose portable AC?: A dual-hose unit pulls in outside air for the condenser and exhausts it separately, so it cools more efficiently and often runs quieter. This single-hose model is simpler to set up but less efficient.
Where is the Costway 5000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner cheapest?: At Target, for $223.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Costway 5000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner?: Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 99 ratings.
Where can I buy the Costway 5000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Target, eBay.