Whynter NEX ARC-1230WN 14,000 BTU
#2 in PortableFull review
A strong pick for a large room where a window unit won’t work: efficient inverter cooling and a hose-in-hose design that doesn’t fight itself.
Amazon $608.37$608.37
The Whynter NEX ARC-1230WN 14,000 BTU is the better air conditioner overall, rated 4.1 to 2.7. The Whynter NEX ARC-1230WN 14,000 BTU leads on efficiency, inverter & app and quiet. The Whynter ARC-147WF 14,000 BTU Dual Hose costs $148.38 less ($459.99 vs $608.37).
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 Whynter NEX ARC-1230WN 14,000 BTU for efficiency (CEER 13.8 vs CEER 7.8), inverter & app (inverter compressor, Wi-Fi app vs fixed-speed compressor, no app) and quiet (42.5 dB on low (maker rating) vs 51 dB on low (maker rating)).
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 | Whynter NEX ARC-1230WN 14,000 BTU | Whynter ARC-147WF 14,000 BTU Dual Hose |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 65 $50.70 per 1,000 BTU (SACC) | 73 $46 per 1,000 BTU (SACC) |
| Efficiency 30% | 87 CEER 13.8 | 20 CEER 7.8 |
| Quiet 15% | 86 42.5 dB on low (maker rating) | 39 51 dB on low (maker rating) |
| Inverter & app 15% | 100 inverter compressor, Wi-Fi app | 0 fixed-speed compressor, no app |
| Warranty 10% | 0 1-year warranty, 3 on the sealed system | 0 1-year warranty, 3 on the sealed system |
Specifications
| Whynter NEX ARC-1230WN 14,000 BTU | Whynter ARC-147WF 14,000 BTU Dual Hose | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling | ||
| Type | Portable, dual hose | Portable, dual hose |
| Certified capacity | 12,000 BTU | 10,000 BTU |
| ASHRAE rating (95 °F) | 14,000 BTU | 14,000 BTU |
| Room size (maker) | 600 sq ft | 500 sq ft |
| Inverter compressor | Yes | No |
| Heat | No | No |
| Dehumidifying | 87 pints/day | 134 pints/day |
| Noise | 42.5 to 56.5 dB | 51 to 54 dB |
| Efficiency and power | ||
| CEER | 13.8 Btu/Wh | 7.8 Btu/Wh |
| Certified by | DOE | DOE |
| ENERGY STAR | No | No |
| Power | 1,293 W | 1,341 W |
| Voltage | 115 V | 115 V |
| Current | 11.9 A | 11.8 A |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-32 |
| Controls and fit | ||
| Wi-Fi app | Yes | No |
| Voice assistants | Alexa, Google Assistant | - |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| Window width | 28 to 82 in wide | 20 to 46 in wide |
| Drain | self-evaporating; upper gravity drain port and lower drain for continuous drainage | auto drain exhausts condensate; drain port for continuous dehumidifying |
| Dimensions | 32.5 x 19.5 x 16.75 in | 30.87 x 17.74 x 15.81 in |
| Weight | 77.2 lb | 73.8 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Sealed system warranty | 3 years | 3 years |