Is 6,000 BTU enough for my room?

It is rated for about 300 to 500 square feet, with 350 square feet recommended. Rooms with big windows or direct sun will need more.

The listed maximum is about 55 dB, roughly normal conversation level. Expect to hear it at night in a bedroom.

Yes. It removes up to 50 pints of moisture per day and has a washable filter.

What comes in the box?

The unit, a window vent kit and the tools for assembly. Adult assembly is required, and AAA batteries for the remote-style controls are not included.

Can it cool more than one room?

No. A single-hose 6,000 BTU unit is meant for one room, and the hose must vent out a window.

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

A dual-hose unit draws outside air for cooling and exhausts separately, so it holds efficiency better in hot weather. This single-hose model is simpler to set up but works harder in heat.

Where is the Costway 6000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner cheapest?

At Target, for $229.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Costway 6000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner?

Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 35 ratings.

Where can I buy the Costway 6000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner?

4 stores we checked sell it, including Lowe's, Target, Best Buy, eBay.

Costway 6000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

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$229.99at TargetChecked Nov 8

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Costway 6000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

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$229.99at TargetChecked Nov 8

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Last seen at $229.99 at Target on Nov 8.
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Our take on the Costway 6000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

The Costway 6000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner is a single-hose floor unit rated for rooms up to about 350 square feet, with a 6.7 CEER and Energy Star certification. It has a touchscreen with LED display, two fan speeds, a timer, a washable filter and a 50-pint-per-day dehumidifier mode. It suits renters and small-room cooling, but its single hose and 6,000 BTU output put it behind dual-hose and higher-BTU portables for larger or sun-baked rooms.

Best forCooling a bedroom or small living room up to 350 sq. ft.Renters who can't install a window unitDamp rooms that need dehumidifyingBuyers who want a low-cost portable AC

Pros

Energy Star certified with a 6.7 CEER
Dehumidifies up to 50 pints per day
Washable, reusable filter
Touchscreen controls with LED display and timer
Long 12-foot cord gives placement flexibility

Cons

Single-hose design pulls in warm air and cuts efficiency
Only 6,000 BTU, so it struggles in larger or sun-baked rooms
Rated around 55 dB, which is audible at night
Needs a window kit and adult assembly out of the box
No remote or smart controls listed

Costway 6000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner prices at every store

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Costway 6000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner price history

Lowest price we've seen: $229.99 on Nov 8 at Target. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

4.2 / 535 ratings

Ratings average 4.2 out of 5 from 35 buyers. Owners mostly find it cools a single room well for the price, while complaints center on noise and the limits of a single-hose 6,000 BTU unit.

What people mention

Cooling powerMixedOwners say it handles one small room but not open or sun-exposed spaces.
NoiseCriticisedSeveral buyers find it too loud for sleeping with it running nearby.
SetupPraisedBuyers report the window kit and controls are straightforward to get going.
ValuePraisedOwners consider it a fair price for a small-room portable AC.
Hose designCriticisedThe single-hose setup is seen as less efficient than dual-hose units.

Specifications

Cable / Cord Length: 12 feet
Assembly Details: Adult Assembly Required, Tools Provided
Industry Or Government Certifications: Energy Star Certified
Room Size Range: 300-500 sq. ft
Amps Required: 10 amps
Number Of Speeds: 2
Volts Required: 110 volts

Questions and answers

Is 6,000 BTU enough for my room?: It is rated for about 300 to 500 square feet, with 350 square feet recommended. Rooms with big windows or direct sun will need more.
How loud is it?: The listed maximum is about 55 dB, roughly normal conversation level. Expect to hear it at night in a bedroom.
Does it dehumidify?: Yes. It removes up to 50 pints of moisture per day and has a washable filter.
What comes in the box?: The unit, a window vent kit and the tools for assembly. Adult assembly is required, and AAA batteries for the remote-style controls are not included.
Can it cool more than one room?: No. A single-hose 6,000 BTU unit is meant for one room, and the hose must vent out a window.
How does it compare with a dual-hose portable AC?: A dual-hose unit draws outside air for cooling and exhausts separately, so it holds efficiency better in hot weather. This single-hose model is simpler to set up but works harder in heat.
Where is the Costway 6000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner cheapest?: At Target, for $229.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Costway 6000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner?: Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 35 ratings.
Where can I buy the Costway 6000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner?: 4 stores we checked sell it, including Lowe's, Target, Best Buy, eBay.