It makes sense that smart air conditioners would eventually gain a foothold in the smart home industry. Relatively new to the fold, smart air conditioners are generally portable or window units that are far more efficient—in terms of energy usage—than the standard window unit.

The best smart air conditioners have great energy efficiency, are compatible with digital voice assistants like Alexa, and are highly convenient—many of them have excellent apps and can be integrated with smart home hubs or third-party devices. Read on to see our list of some of the best smart air conditioners on the market.

LG Dual Inverter Smart Air

This14,000BTU smart air conditioner is frequently found in the number one spot due to its inverter technology. The LG compressor doesn’t cycle on and off; rather, it determines how much refrigerant to cycle within the compressor and operates at the level it needs to. This makes it one of the most energy-efficient A/Cs out there, with a 14.5 EER (Energy Efficiency Rating).

Windmill Quiet/ECO/Smart Window Air Conditioner

The Windmill is an 8,300BTU smart A/C that cools up to 350 square feet, has a 12 EER, and is one of the sleeker and more high-tech-looking models out there. Windmill didn’t get downright gaudy or anything, but the A/C unit certainly stands out amongst typical units in its category.

Midea U-Shaped Air Conditioner

The Midea U-shaped A/C comes in 8,000/10,000/12,000BTU variants and has a truly interesting look. It’s not as sleek a design as the Windmill, but it is unique. It has an EER of 15, which beats out the LG inverter by using similar tech.

Friedrich Chill Premier Smart Wi-Fi Room Air Conditioner

The Friedrich Chill Premier isn’t going to blow anyone away in the looks department, but it does have an outstanding level of control with its three-function, eight-way airflow fans. This unit is 18,000BTU, cools between 700-1,000 square feet, and has an 11 EER.

GE Energy Star 115-Volt Electronic Room Air Conditioner

The GE is a 10,000BTUsmart A/C for 450 square feet of cooling space and has a 12.1 EER.

Listed at 41dBA, that number puts the Frigidaire Gallery at a quiet level below even the Midea, which is listed at 42dBA. The Frigidaire Gallery is a 10,000BTU A/C for 450-500 square feet of cooling. It is also highly efficient with a 12 EER.

The Frigidaire distinguishes itself with an auto-swing louver, which calculates the room temperature in different directions and adjusts the air direction accordingly.

De’Longhi Smart Portable Air Conditioner

The first in the portable lineup, the De’Longhi is an all-in-one smart system with A/C, heating, dehumidifier, and a standard fan. It can cool a 500 square foot room at 12,500BTU. Strangely enough, there are no energy efficiency ratings available, yet the De’Longhi consistently makes the top ten lists for most energy-efficient portable air conditioners.

Hisense Portable Air Conditioner with Wi-Fi

The Hisense is at the bottom of the list because, although it’s a great air conditioner, it falls just short of the recommended Energy Star efficiency ratings. Its EER is 7.2. Anything above eight is considered energy efficient.

Final Thoughts

Any of the smart air conditioners mentioned above can be an excellent addition for keeping your home or room nice and cool during intense summers.

However, if you’re unsure which option is best for you, consider this: when purchasing a smart air conditioner, you’ll want to pay attention to BTUs and energy efficiency. You can always check the energy efficiency rating by dividing the BTUs by the wattage consumed. The higher the resulting number, the more efficient the A/C unit.