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SpecPortacool APEX 500 Portable Evaporative Cooler (PACA05001A1)Hessaire MC37M 3,100 CFM Portable Evaporative Cooler
PhotoPortacool APEX 500 Portable Evaporative Cooler (PACA05001A1)Hessaire MC37M 3,100 CFM Portable Evaporative Cooler
Our scoreNot reviewed yetSCORE6.3 / 10
Our takeThe commercial-grade portable: 800 CFM for 500 sq ft by Portacool's rating, a 13-gallon reservoir and Wi-Fi controls. Same dry-air limits as any swamp cooler.Real relief in a dry-climate garage, shop or patio with a door open; a damp fan anywhere humid. Hessaire says it loses effectiveness above 60% humidity, and it needs fresh air in and an exit for the damp air.
TypeEvaporative coolerEvaporative cooler
Heat modeNoneNone
Weight70 lb40 lbbest
Warranty3 yrbest1 yr
Watch out forThe 3-year term covers components; the housing has a lifetime warranty.The MC37V is the same cooler with a different control panel and motor; neither has a timer or remote, whatever a listing says. Warranty is 1 year on parts only, excludes pads and labor, and applies only to authorized sellers; the Amazon seller is a third party. Hessaire says pumps can wear out after 4-6 months of use; budget a media set each season.
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