A portable air conditioner is a freestanding unit that you can set up anywhere in your home. Unlike window air conditioners, these portable units remain entirely inside your home. Portable air ...

If you've ever installed a window air conditioner, you know it's a hassle. These beasts can weigh over 100 pounds, and there's always the fear it could fall out and squash someone below.

I reinstalled the LG LP1419IVSM Portable Air Conditioner in about a minute for this photo. Pro tip: The shorter you can make the exhaust hose, the less heat will leak back into the room.

Ktaxon 12000BTU Window Air Conditioner, $329 (was $629) at Walmart Courtesy of Walmart Of course, you'll want to be certain it's made to fit your window before you buy, so there are a few key ...