TCL H10P36W
#5 in PortableFull review
A low-cost smart portable for a medium room when budget matters more than efficiency or quiet.
Amazon $319.99$319.99
The TCL H10P36W is the better air conditioner overall, rated 3.2 to 2.7. The TCL H10P36W leads on value and inverter & app. The TCL H10P36W costs $140 less ($319.99 vs $459.99).
Whynter ARC-147WF 14,000 BTU Dual Hose
#12 in PortableFull review
A simpler, cheaper dual-hose portable for people who want Whynter’s two-hose design without paying for an inverter. Its efficiency is ordinary, so running costs are higher than the NEX models.
Amazon $459.99$459.99
Prices were last checked October 22, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the TCL H10P36W for value ($31.37 per 1,000 BTU (SACC) vs $46 per 1,000 BTU (SACC)) and inverter & app (fixed-speed compressor, Wi-Fi app vs fixed-speed compressor, no app).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every portable air conditioner; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | TCL H10P36W | Whynter ARC-147WF 14,000 BTU Dual Hose |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 98 $31.37 per 1,000 BTU (SACC) | 73 $46 per 1,000 BTU (SACC) |
| Efficiency 30% | 21 CEER 7.9 | 20 CEER 7.8 |
| Quiet 15% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 39 51 dB on low (maker rating) |
| Inverter & app 15% | 40 fixed-speed compressor, Wi-Fi app | 0 fixed-speed compressor, no app |
| Warranty 10% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty, 3 on the sealed system |
Specifications
| TCL H10P36W | Whynter ARC-147WF 14,000 BTU Dual Hose | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling | ||
| Type | Portable, single hose | Portable, dual hose |
| Certified capacity | 10,200 BTU | 10,000 BTU |
| ASHRAE rating (95 °F) | 14,000 BTU | 14,000 BTU |
| Room size (maker) | 450 sq ft | 500 sq ft |
| Inverter compressor | No | No |
| Heat | No | No |
| Dehumidifying | - | 134 pints/day |
| Noise | - | 51 to 54 dB |
| Efficiency and power | ||
| CEER | 7.9 Btu/Wh | 7.8 Btu/Wh |
| Certified by | DOE | DOE |
| ENERGY STAR | - | No |
| Power | - | 1,341 W |
| Voltage | 115 V | 115 V |
| Current | - | 11.8 A |
| Refrigerant | - | R-32 |
| Controls and fit | ||
| Wi-Fi app | Yes | No |
| Voice assistants | Alexa, Google Assistant | - |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| Window width | - | 20 to 46 in wide |
| Drain | - | auto drain exhausts condensate; drain port for continuous dehumidifying |
| Dimensions | 27.09 x 14.06 x 16.05 in | 30.87 x 17.74 x 15.81 in |
| Weight | 62.7 lb | 73.8 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Sealed system warranty | - | 3 years |