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The Best Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner
by Doug Mahoney and Harry Sawyers
Everything we know about ductless mini-split heating and cooling systems after interviewing installers, manufacturers, and homeowners with systems of their own.
The Best Cordless Fans
by Thom Dunn
On a hunt for cordless fans, we found impressive performance from models in a range of sizes.
The Best Neck Fans
by Thom Dunn
Wearing neck fans to beat the heat has been more pleasant than we expected.
It’s Actually Okay to Run the AC All Day (Even If You’re Not Home)
by Thom Dunn
We ran three ACs over several 24-hour trials to find the most efficient way to manage indoor comfort.
I Thought I’d Found a $99 Fix for My Balky Air Conditioning. I Was Wrong.
by Roy Furchgott
I had high hopes that Flair Smart Vents would cure my inefficient HVAC. They didn’t work as planned, but they pointed to a better fix that might help most homes.
The Best Smart Thermostat
by Roy Furchgott
Smart thermostats like our pick, the Ecobee Premium, can make your home’s HVAC more energy efficient without sacrificing your comfort.
Window AC Units Are Loud. This One Masks NYC Noise and Almost Feels Like Central Air.
by Alexander Aciman
Midea’s U-shaped window AC is whisper quiet and gets me through sweltering New York summers. But installation nearly broke my spirit.
This $30 Portable Fan Was the Unexpected MVP of My Wedding Day
by Elissa Sanci
Though it was designed for strollers, this grapefruit-sized fan has cooled me off everywhere from my car to the dance floor.
With Air Conditioners, Bigger Could Actually Be Worse
by Thom Dunn
We tested multiple sizes and types of air conditioners to confirm: A too-big AC can’t balance heat and humidity.
The Best Window Fans
by Thom Dunn
Window fans work well for ventilation and air circulation in mild, dry summer weather.
How to Keep Your Home Cool
by Tim Heffernan
Here are all our product recommendations for keeping cool—and our advice on how to make everything work better.
Powerful Fans Are Often Ugly. But This One Is Beautiful.
by Daniela Gorny
A good fan can help keep you cool when it’s sweltering outside, but they’re often an eyesore. This handsome fan works great—and it’s nice to look at, too.
The Best Fan
by Thom Dunn
Efficiently circulate air and rely less on your HVAC system with a powerful, compact room fan.
5 Cheap(ish) Things to Keep Your Bedroom Cool
by Christine Cyr Clisset
An air conditioner is the obvious best fix for a hot bedroom. But if you don’t have one, there are some relatively simple and affordable steps you can take to keep your bedroom cool.
The Best Portable Air Conditioner
by Thom Dunn
A good portable AC is hard to find, but our picks provide year-round climate control that’s quiet and efficient.
The Best Air Conditioner
by Thom Dunn
Our firsthand tests have found air conditioners that will keep you cool, quietly and efficiently.
The Best Dehumidifiers
by Tim Heffernan
We’ve found dehumidifiers that are easy to live with and effectively reduce ambient moisture in your home.
The Furnace and Air Conditioner Filters We Would Buy
by Tim Heffernan
We help you pick the right filter for your HVAC system and tell you what those MERV numbers mean. Our pick is Nordic Pure's MERV 12.
How to Clean Your Fan or Air Conditioner
by Thom Dunn
A fan or AC caked in dust is less efficient and can pose health risks. Here’s how to keep yours clean.
How to Buy a Used Air Conditioner
by Thom Dunn
A secondhand air conditioner is often a better value than a new budget unit, as long as it’s less than a decade old.
How to Shop for a Ceiling Fan
by Harry Sawyers
There are lots of great fans to look up to. One particular Westinghouse stands out.
7 Times a Portable Air Conditioner Actually Makes Sense Over a Window AC
by Thom Dunn
You should usually get a window AC unit, but portables are improving; sometimes they’re better in spite of higher cost and weaker performance.