Manufacturer | Whynter |
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Part Number | ARC-14S |
Item Weight | 73 pounds |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | ARC-14S |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
Color | Platinum/Black |
Style | AC Unit Only |
Material | Carbon |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Voltage | 115 Volts |
Wattage | 1300 watts |
Installation Method | Window Vent Installation |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Air Flow Capacity | 222 Cubic Feet Per Minute |
Sound Level | 56 dB |
Special Features | Best Overall Portable Air Conditioner, Activated Carbon Filter, Dual Hose, Dehumidifier |
Included Components | Window installation accessories, remote, and storage cover bag with pocket |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Battery Cell Type | Alkaline |
Warranty Description | One year warranty on unit. Three year warranty on compressor. |
Capacity | 500 Cubic Feet |
Floor Area | 500 Square Feet |
Cable Length | 6.5 Feet |
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Whynter ARC-14S 14,000 BTU Dual Hose Portable Air Conditioner with Dehumidifier and Fan for Rooms Up to 500 Square Feet, Includes Storage Bag, Platinum/Black, AC Unit Only
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Brand | Whynter |
Capacity | 500 Cubic Feet |
Cooling Power | 14000 |
Special Feature | Best Overall Portable Air Conditioner, Activated Carbon Filter, Dual Hose, Dehumidifier |
Product Dimensions | 16"D x 19"W x 35.5"H |
Energy Star | No Energy Star |
Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) | 7.69 |
Color | Platinum/Black |
Voltage | 115 Volts |
Noise Level | 56 dB |
About this item
- AWARD-WINNING: Good Housekeeping's 2024 "BEST OVERALL PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER Provides powerful cooling over large areas
- POWERFUL & QUIET: 14,000 BTU (ASHRAE) / 9,500 BTU (SACC) cooling capacity; Noise level (dBA): <56
- ADVANCED SELF-EVAPORATION: Dual hose operation; Cools up to a 500 square foot space (ambient temperature and humidity may influence optimum performance); Patented auto drain function fully exhausts all condensate automatically in most environments; Dehumidifying capacity: 71 pints per day; Air Flow (at high speed): 430 m3/h / 253 CFM; 3 fan speeds
- MULTI-FUNCTIONAL & ENERGY SAVING: Three operational modes: Cool, Dehumidify, and Fan; Full thermostatic control (61°F – 89°F); Maximum power consumption: 1300 W / 11.6 A; Power supply: 115 V / 60Hz / 1 Phase; Eco-friendly CFC free Green R-32 refrigerant
- EASY TO SETUP & PORTABLE: Extendable exhaust hose (up to 60″) 5.9" diameter; Window kit dimension: 6.5″ W x 20″ L (minimum), 46″ (maximum); Unit dimensions: 19″ W x 16″ D x 35.5″ H; Activated carbon air filter and washable pre-filter
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ASHRAE BTU | 14,000 BTU | 12,000 BTU | 14,000 BTU | 12,000 BTU | 14,000 BTU | 14,000 BTU |
SACC BTU | 9,200 BTU | 10,000 BTU | 12,000 BTU | 7,000 BTU | 10,000 BTU | 10,300 BTU |
COVERAGE SQ. FT. | 500 sq. ft. | 500 sq. ft | 600 sq. ft | 400 sq. ft. | 500 sq. ft. | 500 sq. ft. |
HOSE SYSTEM | Dual Hose | Dual Hose | Dual Hose | Dual Hose | Dual Hose | Single Hose |
NOISE LEVEL | <56 dB | <42.5 dB | <42.5 dB | <52 dB | <54 dB | <53 dB |
AC ONLY/HEAT | AC and Heat | AC Only | AC Only | AC Only | AC Only | AC Only |
ARC-EH-Type-L 5.9" Diameter Intake/Exhaust Hose | ARC-IHF Washable 5" Diameter Intake Hose Pre-Filter | ARC-WK-DUALN Dual Hose Window Kit | ARC-CF-14S Activated Carbon Filter Replacement | ARC-FIL-3M 3M Filter | ARC-DB Manual Drain Bucket | |
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Price | $32.08$32.08 | $28.06$28.06 | — | $16.20$16.20 | $25.64$25.64 | $29.29$29.29 |
Compatible Models | ARC-14S, ARC-14SH, ARC-110WD, ARC-122DS, ARC-122DHP, ARC-12S, ARC-12SD, ARC-12SDH, ARC-131GD and ARC-143MX | ARC-14S, ARC-14SH, ARC-110WD, ARC-122DS, ARC-122DHP, ARC-12SD, ARC-12SDH, ARC-131GD, ARC-141BG and ARC-143MX | ARC-14S, ARC-14SH, ARC-110WD, ARC-122DS, ARC-122DHP, ARC-12SD, ARC-12SDH, ARC-131GD, ARC-143MX, ARC-141BG | ARC-14S, ARC-14SH and ARC-141BG | ARC-14S, ARC-14SH and ARC-143MX | ARC-14S and ARC-14SH |
Dimensions | 59" x 5.9" | 10" x 10" x 5" | 46" x 6.5" x 6.5" | 16" x 1" x 8" | 0.5" x 15.5" x 7.5" | 18" x 20" x 5" |
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ASIN | B0028AYQDC |
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4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #10,167 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) #21 in Portable Air Conditioners |
Date First Available | November 1, 2000 |
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Whynter is going GREEN! With this new Eco-friendly CFC free, lead free and high energy efficiency portable air conditioner, you can stay cool while keeping with better environmental standards and reducing energy consumption.
This Whynter GREEN ARC-14S portable air conditioner features the ECO-FRIENDLY CFC free GREEN R-32 refrigerant and RoHS compliant components.
This unit features the patented advance 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 unit can cool up to a 500 sq. ft. space (ambient temperature and humidity may influence optimum performance).
Comes with a protective cover with pocket that will protect your portable AC unit plus store your exhaust hose, window kit, remote control and user manual when not in use. This protective cover will keep dust and dirt from collecting on the unit while it is in storage.The air conditioner should be placed on a hard and level surface strong enough to support its weight. The unit is equipped with caster wheels for portability. It should only be rolled on smooth, flat surfaces. Use caution when rolling on carpet surfaces. Do not attempt to roll the unit over objects
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Remote Control | 4.0 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 3.9 | — | 3.8 |
Energy efficiency | 3.8 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.1 | — | 4.2 |
Noise level | 3.6 | 3.7 | 5.0 | 4.1 | — | 4.5 |
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cooling power | — | 14000 btus | 14000 btus | 14000 btus | 14000 btus | 12000 btus |
floor area | 500 square feet | 500 square feet | — | 600 square feet | 500 square feet | 500 square feet |
control method | remote | remote | remote | remote | remote | voice |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
number of speeds | — | 3 | 3 | 5 | — | 3 |
special feature | Best Overall Portable Air Conditioner, Dual Hose, Dehumidifier, Activated Carbon Filter | Portable, Remote control | Fast Cooling, Dehumidifier, Fan, Child Lock, Air Purification Filter | Portable | Dehumidifier,Eco-friendly,Portable | Portable |
energy star | No Energy Star | 1 Star | 5 Star | — | — | — |
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Customers like the ease of installation and performance of the air conditioner. They say it is straightforward and easy to operate. They are happy with the quality and performance. However, some customers have reported issues with the size, saying it is too small or large. Customers also have different opinions on value, portability, noise, and temperature.
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Customers like the performance of the air conditioner. They say it works terrific at keeping rooms cool and comfortable. They also say the duct kit works just fine, there are no problems, and it runs like a champ. Customers also mention that the unit is sleek, stylish, and incredibly efficient. They mention that it works nicely on any hard surface and fires up flawlessly.
"...Even on the hottest day this year 102F it worked perfectly. no drainage issues, no cooling issues, not a single problem...." Read more
"...It's running like a champ again. Whew!! I'll definitely keep an eye on this since I have another surgery scheduled very soon...." Read more
"...The unit works very well. It cools nicely and the thermostat does shut down the cooling function once it’s achieve the desired temperature...." Read more
"...Thisyear I tested it and it did not work. So, I emailed Whynter CustomerSupport and this is my account of what happened...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the air conditioner. They mention it's reliable, tested, and worth the price. Some are pleased with the longevity and durability of the hoses. Overall, customers find it to be an excellent product that is perfect for HVAC, sealing, and patching hot areas.
"...myself the MOST IMPORTANT part is working without breaking down, reliability. The best air conditioner in the world is worthless if it breaks down...." Read more
"...I'm nearing the end of my 7th season of use and I'm pleased with the longevity, considering what I paid. A worthy purchase...." Read more
"...Tape - 2 Inch by 210 Feet (70 Yards) 3.6 Mil - High Temperature - Perfect for HVAC, Sealing & Patching Hot & Cold Air Ducts, Metal Repair, More!..." Read more
"...night temps remained around 70 degrees F outside all night, the ACs struggled and kept doing the 3.5 min cold + 10 min warm mode...." Read more
Customers find the installation of the air conditioner pretty easy. They mention that the remote is straightforward and clearly labeled. They also say that the unit is assembled quickly and that it cools well. Some mention that mounting it to their window was pretty easy, and that the setup looks good.
"...The fan on high just blasts the room with cold air. I had no problems setting up other than getting the two hoses lined up so they’d snap in place..." Read more
"...Remote control worked well for me. Installation is not real hard as long as you can use some basic tools once again...." Read more
"...for the tape, its not thin and its not overly thick, so its easy to work with.)..." Read more
"...So set up was easy...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the temperature of the air conditioner. Some mention that it cools it for sure, the air coming out is very cold, and it keeps the temps more even. However, others say that it struggles to cool an area below the total square footage it claims to handle, it produces slightly warm air, and the exhaust hose gets pretty hot.
"...to be honest it cools down better than any portable unit we have owned to date. i could not be happier with the performance!..." Read more
"...It cools it for sure, but I have four fans also running in my bedroom for the horrible heat days. I also like cool sleeping temps...." Read more
"...However, sometimes the compressor goes off and the Whynter blows hot air, even when outside temps are in the mid 70s at night, so no exact rhyme or..." Read more
"...The unit works very well. It cools nicely and the thermostat does shut down the cooling function once it’s achieve the desired temperature...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the noise level of the air conditioner. Some mention that it's very quiet, with a white noise that drowns out noises. However, others say that the noise is loud, with portables being a bit louder.
"...Yes portables are a bit louder across the board but that is because unlike central air or window units all the noise making parts are inside with..." Read more
"...I have had this unit for over a week now, its cold, its quiet, it feels efficient with the temp its set at, the remote works great, the range on the..." Read more
"...I've had my unit running night and day trying to beat it. Heard some clicking noises today and my unit kept shutting off...." Read more
"...Noise levels are what you expect from an AC unit. My BAFXX3370 DB meter puts it at 55db FULL fan and 51db on low fan...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the air conditioner. Some mention that it's absolutely worth the high price, a worthwhile investment, and cheaper to run than running their central air. However, others say that it is pricey, bulky, and not worth $500. Some customers also mention that the hoses are a bit flimsy and cheap, and the remote is super cheap.
"...It is totally worth purchasing for sure!Con’s..." Read more
"...The remotes on these AC units SUCK. They are really cheap afterthoughts although this one is WAY better than the last AC unit I had...." Read more
"...It is actually cheaper to run these than running my central air that is cooling the whole house, and instead just cool the rooms I am in...." Read more
"...The hoses are very durable.The negatives:The price was higher, since it was the hottest time of summer during a heat wave...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the portability of the air conditioner. Some mention that the wheels are smooth, making it easy to move around once unboxed, while others say that it's super heavy and bulky.
"...3 Rolls/moves around extremely easy. I was able to move it over a medium/high pile carpeted area as if it was a wood floor!4 Cools very fast...." Read more
"...These units are quite heavy so you would want to take them to the floor you’re going to use them on and simply keep them there after installation...." Read more
"...tape, its a big roll, its also a decent thickness for the tape, its not thin and its not overly thick, so its easy to work with.)..." Read more
"...It’s like the half the size of an average refrigerator and pretty heavy. It’s definitely not that portable and does hog up quite some space...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the size of the product. They mention that the remote is too small, the unit is fairly large for an AC unit, and it takes up quite a bit of room. Some say that the input/output hoses are too short for a lot of windows, and the screws are too long to properly attach the window.
"...2 The remote is just a bad design, too small, not backlit..." Read more
"...It makes it difficult to fit a bowl or anything else under there to collect water from the drain hose...." Read more
"...Compared to the Soleus that (with a much lower BTU rating!) is super small and lightweight, very portable this Whynter unit is not that super..." Read more
"...cheapie at that point, i.e., the fitting of the ducts, which does not fit perfectly,..." Read more
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Update 7/11/19 – My most recent experience as follows. Yesterday for example outside a high 99F with dew points in the low to mid 50’s. Working from home in room approximately 150 sq. ft with a south facing window. The remote set temp to 77F with the fan set to low. I found the unit was keeping the room at a constant 76F, just off one degree. The condenser unit cycled on about once every 4-5 minutes, running for two minutes then off again. The fan of course runs the entire time in the background but the speed drops down once the condenser shuts down. But even with the compressor running you can stand right next to it speaking with no need to shout let alone raise your voice to be heard. Yes portables are a bit louder across the board but that is because unlike central air or window units all the noise making parts are inside with you not outside your walls.
The rare ninety degree days i grew up with now are the norm. homes around here weren't built for those temps, nobody has central air except in the newest homes. It was about 2005 when we finally purchased our first portable unit. were impressed enough we purchased another that year though from a different manufacturer. All told we have had four machines from three different makers, so a little more experience than most. This unit and the most recent both whynter models.
The unit arrived very quickly, on our doorstep two days after ordering. I greatly appreciated the ups guy who carried it up our stairs. The air conditioner is shipped with more protection than anything I have ever bought in my life, think Russian nesting dolls. After removing the first box, the second, the third then inside that last box was a very thick layer of foam. There was yet another box too with assorted parts inside. The unit itself was even partly covered with a peel off clear plastic protective layer. No surprise ours arrived with in perfect condition.
The Good –
1 Dual hose! For fast cooling and efficiency compared to single hose models. Once we got our first dual hose unit we stopped considering single hose models because this type of design works better
2 Least amount of noise from any portable unit we’ve had to date
3 Rolls/moves around extremely easy. I was able to move it over a medium/high pile carpeted area as if it was a wood floor!
4 Cools very fast. The spare room approx. 150sq feet, tested in at 84F to 75F after about 20 minutes give or take
5 Easy setup, maybe ten minutes once out of the boxing materials
6 Vent slider bar/insert will fit windows from 20” to 46” either vertically or horizontally
7 Water all goes out with the hot air, no drain or bucket to be concerned about
8 all the remote function buttons are duplicated on the front of the air conditioner
The Not So Good –
1 The vent on the conditioner is not powered. That said you can manually adjust angle
2 The remote is just a bad design, too small, not backlit
3 The vent hoses can be tricky to line up with the ‘tabs’ and get snapped into place properly
4 At nearly 80lbs or 100lbs with the box & packing materials can be difficult to move up stairs
5 Front panel bright blue LED readout is very bright w/no means to dim or turn off if using in a sleeping area
Overall I like this unit better than any we’ve had before. It is much easier for me to roll around. The fan on high just blasts the room with cold air. I had no problems setting up other than getting the two hoses lined up so they’d snap in place correctly but a minor gripe. Though we do not use it for our whole home I have no doubt it could keep a couple medium sized adjoining rooms comfortable. As said it does cool well as i found out accidently the first week. I’d left it on by accident, came back later walked into an icebox so from that i know it will cool a room down to 65F.
Regardless for myself the MOST IMPORTANT part is working without breaking down, reliability. The best air conditioner in the world is worthless if it breaks down. My expectations, if I don’t get some good use out of an air conditioner I won’t be a repeat customer. Our last whynter unit worked out well though it didn’t last quite as long as I’d expected. Nonetheless my overall impression that older model was favorable which is why we purchased this unit to replace it with.
At this point I am very happy how things have turned out. Even on the hottest day this year 102F it worked perfectly. no drainage issues, no cooling issues, not a single problem. That being said reliability takes time to assess so once the summer has ended I’ll update this review and will continue to post updates for so long as it is working.
A note: I kept hearing water dripping but saw no water in the water heater drain pan I use to make it easier to drain rather than tipping it. I cut the drain cap off entirely, or it leave open (your choice). I have two units so I have one that is cut off and one that is open. Different locations with different needs. The one that formed the ice is cut-off but there was not water in the pan. A dead give away but I missed it.
08/18/23: The heat has been horrible here in WA. Running in the +95 degrees outside and no better inside. I've had my unit running night and day trying to beat it. Heard some clicking noises today and my unit kept shutting off. Figured it was finally dying on me but needed to do basic maintenance until my new unit arrived. Pulled all the filter components for a thorough washing and then tried to carefully brush vacuum the fins. Wasn't working so I put extra light on the area and discovered ice had formed. Talk about a shocker. Hard to know if it's a problem with the thermostat or something else. Presently waiting for the ice to melt. May still need a new unit. Really hope not. I'm recovering from surgery and don't need the extra stress on my body. The good news is that I have everything in place, including my insulation solution for really bad windows so I would only have to wait 24 hours before turning it on. 🤞🙏
6/12/19: This unit is back to working well after some modifications having to do with filtering outside air coming in. I also no longer rinse the outermost filter but vacuum it instead. Has made quite an improvement. Considering a second one for my bedroom since the effects don't reach that far. It cools it for sure, but I have four fans also running in my bedroom for the horrible heat days. I also like cool sleeping temps. Would be nice to move the fans to the living room to further move the air around there. The living room has a ceiling fan and one additional fan at the moment and it still gets very hot. Poor/no home insulation is the cause.
3/22/19: My original rating was 4-stars and I have removed a star due to my CS experience this morning and the lack of replacement parts.
This unit is still on the job. Last year it started leaking badly and I requested instructions from Whynter on how to open it and clean it, which they promptly emailed. Finally did the job this morning, and while I couldn't get it open all the way, and CS/Support was ZERO help this morning and it may be an eternity before I actually hear from them, I did get it cleaned out sufficiently and discovered a wiring issue that needs to be addressed. Waiting to hear from them and I'm hoping it can wait until end of season to be fixed. It's been running, is still running well, so I think it will be fine.
I'm nearing the end of my 7th season of use and I'm pleased with the longevity, considering what I paid. A worthy purchase. Would I buy it again after my CS/Support experience today... hmmm... maybe not. You can't talk to a live tech support person to ask a very simple question so this company doesn't work for me. I could have finished the whole job the right way if they had given me five minutes of their time. Apparently their customers aren't that important. When it finally tanks, I'll probably buy elsewhere.
Something I really don't like is that lack of available replacement part and accessories. Clearly Whynter is no longer supporting this model. Nothing helpful on their site to buy, nor anywhere else, besides the hoses and some round filter attachments that are horrible and should have been included rather than charged for. They've moved on and when it dies I likely will too.
Original: Purchased this unit last year, 7/6/2012, and enjoyed it all last season. Using it this again this year and still loving it. Minor filter cleaning and that's it to-date for maintenance. Cool and breezy, day or night. Not bad at all...
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It's a flimsy set-up, but honestly the summers here can get very hot sometimes and this has been a saving grace for sure. It's a reasonably compact unit, its not unaffordable, and it still works great after 3 years.
Pros:
Cools fast. 1 hour full blast dropped my 400sq. foot bedroom 10 degrees Celsius on a hot day. It works!
Multiple speed fan. Great for cutting some noise... and I do mean SOME.
Semi-directional vent
2 hose (big plus for the high flow of this unit)
Carbon filter (we have smokers all around us in our apartment and the smell stopped with the carbon filter. If you have odd smells around you, pick up an extra one. One filter lasted the hot season).
Cons:
Loud. When it kicks in during the night, it wakes us up. When the warranty is up, I am taking it apart and seeing if I can sound proof it more. When the compressor kicks in, the fan goes up as well creating an even louder noise difference even with the fan set on 'low.' Then when the compressor shuts off, the fan goes back down to low again creating a large change in noise levels. Almost as bad as the unit turning on.
The LCD screen does not dim at all. I have to cover it up with tape. I thought this would tick me off but really, not a big deal. Once the warranty is up, I will be disabling the light.
Directional vents are pointed. You get the option of Up, More Up, Even More Up, or Uppest. Forward would have been nice.
Negative pressure. This unit pumps a LOT of air (a good thing). Even with the 2nd hose, we were getting some negative pressure. In a sealed room, I was getting headaches until I added a small breath hole in the stripping of my bedroom door. This will not be a problem for most.
1-track response. I contacted Whynter about the LCD screen light, the negative pressure, and the noise. The responded about the Negative pressure and nothing else (a VERY bad habit of companies these days where they read the first item in an email, respond, and ignore the rest). I wrote back to ask about the other issues and never received a response. Their phones are always down. That is not to say there service is bad. In fact, they responded the first and only time within 3 hours of my morning email to them.
Bottom Line:
This is a unit I would get for a place that does not need silence. It is a very good unit and out performs most every other unit I've seen out there (and I have used many with a south-west exposure on the top floor of a condo building). I tried once, just to see, if it could cool my whole 1000sq foot place. It brought the temps down 2 or 3 degrees but it will not handle that size of a condo. If you are looking for an office AC unit or daytime use only unit, this is your machine!
Here's a little backstory: a few years ago, we had a 11,000 btu Danby a/c from Costco. My wife wasn't a fan of having an a/c (being that we live in Vancouver, an a/c is not standard home equipment) & often complained when I had it on. I also noticed that on the hottest days, our 850sq ft apartment would still be around 25-26 degrees Celsius. Thinking that the unit didn't really make much of a difference, I sold it the following summer. BIG MISTAKE!
Turns out, the a/c cooled our house by about 3-4 degrees - the whole house, not just the living room in which it was situated. No, it never was able to cool the house to typical room temp, nor did we expect it to, but we had no idea it was working that hard for us!
So, this past year, both my wife & I decided it was imperative to get another a/c. I knew we needed more btu's, but didn't quite know what product to buy. After lots of research and after considering other top brands, we settled on a dual hose Whynter model. We don't need a heater with our a/c, so this was ideal.
This past summer was even hotter than last year & boy did this unit do the job! When operating, our SW facing home would settle in at about 23-24 degrees. Still warm, but much better than the 29-30 degrees of the previous summer & even better than when we had the Danby running. In fact, the living room would get chilly. Of course, we used fans to move the cooled air throughout the home.
The machine is big, heavy, & not particularly pretty, but it is simple to operate, has a nice little remote, & like all of these portable a/c's, is pretty simple to set up. Best of all, it is a powerful & not particularly noisy machine.
We paid around $550 before tax.