Newair NEC1K6WH00
A strong, efficient cooler from an established brand for a large dry climate room, at a premium price.
Newair $369.99$369.99
The Newair NEC1K6WH00 rates 3.2 among under 2,000 CFM evaporative coolers; the Hessaire MC26 rates 2.6 among 2,000 CFM and up ones. The Hessaire MC26 costs $52.20 less ($317.79 vs $369.99).
Hessaire MC26
#13 in 2,000 CFM and upFull review
A mid size cooler for a living room, patio or small shop in a dry climate, with oscillation the smaller Hessaires lack.
Amazon $317.79$317.79
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different airflow classes (under 2,000 CFM and 2,000 CFM and up), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own airflow peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Newair NEC1K6WH00 | Hessaire MC26 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 52 $231.24 per 1,000 CFM ($369.99, 1,600 CFM) | 67 $151.33 per 1,000 CFM ($317.79, 2,100 CFM) |
| Airflow 25% | 87 1,600 CFM | 0 2,100 CFM |
| Tank 10% | 15 3.2 gal tank | 0 7.3 gal tank |
| Features 15% | 75 rigid cooling pads, oscillation, remote | 75 rigid cooling pads, oscillation, hose hookup |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Newair NEC1K6WH00 | Hessaire MC26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling | ||
| Airflow | 1,600 CFM | 2,100 CFM |
| Cooling area | - | 700 sq ft |
| Cooling pads | Rigid cellulose | Rigid cellulose |
| Tank | 3.2 gal | 7.3 gal |
| Hose hookup | - | Yes |
| Controls and build | ||
| Fan speeds | 3 | - |
| Oscillation | Yes | Yes |
| Remote | Yes | - |
| Power draw | 95 W | 120 W |
| Weight | 17.6 lb | 32 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Released | 2022-06-23 | - |