Consumer Reports Best Buy Window Air Conditioners

The most and least reliable central air conditioning systems according to a survey from consumer reports of nearly 22 000 members.

Consumer reports best buy window air conditioners. View our ratings and reviews and browse our buying guide to find the best air conditioner. Units range in price from 100 to 800 and in btu from 5 000 to 28 000. At times it is not possible to sit under the fan because it is just too hot and a normal ceiling fan can t handle that much heat. Having listed the best brands it is only fair to list those that are not so good according to customer reviews.

10 best window air conditioners consumer reports reviews buying guide as the temperature soars the demand for air conditioners picks up too. To identify the most reliable air conditioners consumer reports asked its members about the room air conditioners they bought over the past 10 years. Frigidaire air conditioners are available in independent and regional appliance retailers as well as at best buy and lowe s. Units should last eight to 10 years but troubleshoot yours before replacing it.

All the window air conditioners in consumer reports latest tests do a good enough job at keeping you cool. To rip it off like a bandage these brands are goodman amana and york. My 8 year old window air conditioner isn t cooling like it used to. Window air conditioners are more affordable than ever and more efficient.

Most brands get high marks. Offering five central air conditioning models prices for a unit alone can start from as little as 985 although installation costs are not significantly cheaper than elsewhere. Is it time to buy a new one. Other best rated central air conditioner brands worth considering are american standards maytang lg and general electric.