Portacool APEX 700

Last updated: October 31, 2026

Portacool APEX 700

For a garage, service bay or patio where a quiet, wall hugging cooler with app control is worth paying extra for.

  • 1,600 CFMAirflow
  • 1,350 sq ftCooling area
  • 22 galTank
  • 3 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$1,499

Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • Slim front intake design fits against a wall and still throws air 60 ft
  • Oscillating louvers plus Wi-Fi app control and scheduling
  • A 22 gallon tank and 3/4 in hose hookup for long runs
  • A 3 year parts warranty and lifetime housing warranty
Cons
  • Only 1,600 CFM for its price, so it costs far more per CFM than big budget coolers
  • At 88 lb it is a roll around unit

The Portacool APEX family

Every Portacool APEX model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own airflow.

ModelAirflowRatingPrice
Portacool APEX 5001,400 CFM3.7/5$1,096.37
Portacool APEX 700 (this one)1,600 CFM3.7/5$1,499
Portacool APEX 12006,250 CFM4.0/5$1,875
Portacool APEX 20009,000 CFM4.1/5$2,899
Portacool APEX 400013,350 CFM4.2/5$3,500
Portacool APEX 650025,000 CFM4.3/5$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 numberPACA07001A1
Cooling
Airflow1,600 CFM
Cooling area1,350 sq ft
Cooling padsRigid cellulose
Tank22 gal
Hose hookupYes
Controls and build
Fan speeds5
OscillationYes
RemoteNo
Weight88 lb
Warranty3 years
Released2023-10

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