These AC Units Our Editors Recommend Are on Sale on Amazon for Up to 42% Off

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If you've survived the increasingly unforgiving summer heat these past few weeks, props to you. Fortunately, a giant cantilever umbrella or a much-needed dip in an above-ground pool aren't the only solutions for whatever climate change throws us before the season ends. If you're more the indoors-and-chill type, then Amazon is the place to turn as it's just dropped prices on several of its best-selling air conditioners, four of which we recommend ourselves in our best air conditioners roundup.

First on the callout is this Frigidaire window unit, which just so happens to be our pick for the best budget AC. Apart from its accessible price point and a filter that's easy to clean, it's a low-effort option for compact spaces and is also relatively lightweight—that means less anxiety about the stress it bears on and around your apartment window. A pick that already offered great value at original retail ($179), it's now marked down 30 percent, totaling just $124.99.

If you can never get enough of smart home tech, then you'll appreciate that Windmill's smart home air conditioner, a worthy addition to your appliance collection, is also now at a discount of 16 percent. As our pick for the air conditioner with the best modern features, it's no surprise that its sleek, curved, streamlined design and UX are major draws. Now you can add a savings of $66 to that list of pros.

Speaking of pros, look no further than trusted AC brand Black & Decker for some top-of-the-line offerings—yes, even and especially during this mid-summer Amazon sale. Touted as our pick for the most compact AC unit, this portable air conditioner model is now on sale across all its different sizes, from the 14,000 BTU model boasting a 20 percent discount up to a 40 percent markdown for its 8,000 BTU model.

If cooling speed, a larger size, and minimal to no condensation are paramount, then we're pleased to inform that Whynter's dual-hose portable AC checks all those boxes (and, of course, it also made our list for the best dual-hose AC on the market). If you're willing to overlook the fact that it only shoots air in an upward motion from its vents, you'll enjoy a significant 42 percent discount right now at Amazon and be well on your way to a pleasantly cooled space—yes, even larger rooms up to 500 square feet.

Still looking for more? Peruse the rest of these Amazon deals on air conditioners and never have to contend with a cruel summer again.

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