Portacool APEX 700
For a garage, service bay or patio where a quiet, wall hugging cooler with app control is worth paying extra for.
Amazon $1,499$1,499
3.2/5
A strong, efficient cooler from an established brand for a large dry climate room, at a premium price.
- 1,600 CFMAirflow
- 3.2 galTank
- 1 yearWarranty
Check price at Newair$369.99
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- 1600 CFM for under 100 W of power
- Automatic louvers and a remote spread air around a large room
- Honeycomb pad for deeper cooling than fiber pads
Cons
- High price per CFM next to similar coolers
- Sold new only on Newair’s own store
- No published coverage area or hose hookup
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 | NEC1K6WH00 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | |
| Airflow | 1,600 CFM |
| Cooling pads | Rigid cellulose |
| Tank | 3.2 gal |
| Controls and build | |
| Fan speeds | 3 |
| Oscillation | Yes |
| Remote | Yes |
| Power draw | 95 W |
| Weight | 17.6 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Released | 2022-06-23 |
Alternatives in this airflow
Portacool APEX 500
For a small shop, garage bay or patio where floor space and noise matter and you want app control and a long warranty.
Amazon $1,096.37$1,096.37
SereneLife SLACLW17
A mid price cooler with strong airflow for a living room in a dry climate, filled by hand.
Amazon $169.90$169.90
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