Honeywell CL201AEW
#12 in Under 2,000 CFMFull review
A mid size indoor cooler for one dry climate room of about 280 sq ft, with a remote and a tank that lasts most of a day.
Amazon $229$229
2.1/5
A small bedroom or office cooler for one person in a dry climate, easy to carry to the sink and refill.
- 300 CFMAirflow
- 175 sq ftCooling area
- 2.6 galTank
- 1 yearWarranty
Check price at Amazon$139.99
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Small footprint and a detachable tank make it easy to refill at the sink
- Four speeds including a sleep setting for quiet night use
- Remote included, so you can adjust it from bed or a desk
Cons
- At 300 CFM it only cools a small room of about 175 sq ft
- The 2.6 gal tank needs refilling more often than larger units
- Sold on Amazon by a third party and stock is low
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 | CS10XE |
|---|---|
| Cooling | |
| Airflow | 300 CFM |
| Cooling area | 175 sq ft |
| Cooling pads | Rigid cellulose |
| Tank | 2.6 gal |
| Controls and build | |
| Fan speeds | 4 |
| Remote | Yes |
| Power draw | 102 W |
| Weight | 18.5 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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