VEVOR 1400 CFM Cooler JH-310J
A cheap, simple cooler for a porch, garage or large dry climate room, with a hose hookup.
Amazon $101.90$101.90
3.7/5
For a small shop, garage bay or patio where floor space and noise matter and you want app control and a long warranty.
- 1,400 CFMAirflow
- 1,000 sq ftCooling area
- 13 galTank
- 3 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$1,096.37
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Front air intake lets it sit flush against a wall in a tight garage or patio
- Oscillating louvers and five speeds, all adjustable from the phone app
- A 3 year parts warranty and lifetime housing warranty, far longer than budget coolers
- Rated at 53 dB, quiet for a cooler that throws air 55 ft
Cons
- Costs several times more per CFM than a Hessaire of similar airflow
- The 13 gallon tank needs a hose for all day use
The Portacool APEX family
Every Portacool APEX model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own airflow.
| Model | Airflow | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portacool APEX 500 (this one) | 1,400 CFM | 3.7/5 | $1,096.37 |
| Portacool APEX 700 | 1,600 CFM | 3.7/5 | $1,499 |
| Portacool APEX 1200 | 6,250 CFM | 4.0/5 | $1,875 |
| Portacool APEX 2000 | 9,000 CFM | 4.1/5 | $2,899 |
| Portacool APEX 4000 | 13,350 CFM | 4.2/5 | $3,500 |
| Portacool APEX 6500 | 25,000 CFM | 4.3/5 | $4,609 |
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 | PACA05001A1 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | |
| Airflow | 1,400 CFM |
| Cooling area | 1,000 sq ft |
| Cooling pads | Rigid cellulose |
| Tank | 13 gal |
| Hose hookup | Yes |
| Controls and build | |
| Fan speeds | 5 |
| Oscillation | Yes |
| Remote | No |
| Weight | 70 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Released | 2023-10 |
Alternatives in this airflow
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
Newair NEC1K6WH00
A strong, efficient cooler from an established brand for a large dry climate room, at a premium price.
Newair $369.99$369.99
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