Hessaire MC18
A cheap, light cooler for one person in a dry garage, porch or small room. Buy it for the low running cost, not for wide coverage.
Amazon $187$187
2.7/5
For tailgating, camping or a job site where a tool battery is easier than an extension cord. In a garage with power, a bigger AC only cooler moves more air for the money.
- 900 CFMAirflow
- 300 sq ftCooling area
- 2.8 galTank
- 1 yearWarranty
Check price at Amazon$158.59
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Runs from a wall outlet or an 18 V or 20 V tool battery you already own, so it works at a campsite or job site
- Variable speed knob lets you trade airflow for battery runtime
- Rigid media pad holds up better than foam pads in small coolers
Cons
- At 900 CFM it only cools one or two people sitting close
- The 2.8 gallon tank and no hose hookup mean frequent refills
- No oscillation and only a one year warranty
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its airflow. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | DC18 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | |
| Airflow | 900 CFM |
| Cooling area | 300 sq ft |
| Cooling pads | Rigid cellulose |
| Tank | 2.8 gal |
| Hose hookup | No |
| Controls and build | |
| Oscillation | No |
| Remote | No |
| Power draw | 55 W |
| Weight | 17.6 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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