Frigidaire FHPW122AC1
#10 in PortableFull review
A sensible smart single-hose portable for a medium bedroom or office, if you can live with typical portable-AC noise.
Amazon $394$394
2.3/5
A compact portable for a small room where a bigger unit won’t fit; most buyers get more cooling per dollar elsewhere.
- 5,150 BTUCooling
- CEER 6.2Efficiency
- 150 sq ftRoom size
- 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$340
Price checked October 22, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Small footprint for a dorm room or small bedroom
- Two-year parts-and-labor warranty
Cons
- Only 5,000 BTU SACC, enough for about 150 sq ft
- Poor value per BTU next to 8,000-10,000 BTU units at similar prices
- No Wi-Fi
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | DPA050E2BDB-6 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | |
| Type | Portable, single hose |
| Certified capacity | 5,150 BTU |
| ASHRAE rating (95 °F) | 7,500 BTU |
| Room size (maker) | 150 sq ft |
| Inverter compressor | No |
| Heat | No |
| Efficiency and power | |
| CEER | 6.2 Btu/Wh |
| Certified by | DOE |
| Refrigerant | R-32 |
| Controls and fit | |
| Drain | direct drain for dehumidifier mode |
| Dimensions | 26.36 x 12.6 x 12.6 in |
| Weight | 52.2 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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