Customers recognize the 500 CFM Portable Indoor/Outdoor Evaporative Cooler for its effective cooling feature, which is particularly appreciated on hot days. The portability of the cooler, with its convenient wheels, is also a notable advantage. While some customers find the cooler to be efficient in cooling small rooms, others express concerns about its price and the increased humidity levels it can create in a room.
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Pros mentioned:
Cooling, Ice packs
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works for my purpose
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I bought this for my living room. I don't have an A/C in the living room. The A/C in my kitchen does a good job cooling the kitchen and dining room but lacks the cooling power and movement of air through living room even with ceiling fan. This is where the newair evaporative cooler came in handy for me. Make sure to freeze the two included ice packs well. Use both ice packs for best performance. Another note is pay attention to the max and minimum water level. When first filling tank and placing the unit on high you will notice the air level will automatically decrease to medium speed. This is temporary and will go to high speed after the unit pad completely gets wet. If not you can manually increase it to high speed after about 5 minutes.
Overall this fan suites my needs as I wanted a fan for when enjoying a movie in living room I aim it directly to my body. If you are looking to replace an A/C you won't with an evaporative cooler even if you buy a large one. Great companion to an A/C.
This review is from NewAir - 500 CFM Portable Indoor/Outdoor Evaporative Cooler - White
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Efficient
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice for a small room
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Really efficient for a small room. And the humidifier really works
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Evaporative cooler works for me
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I bought this cooler for summer use in hot humid New York. I didn’t want an AC because I didn’t want high electricity bills and I didn’t want to use chemicals. So far it’s been ok. It works well on dry, warm days. On hot and humid days (90s and Rh 65<) it’s more challenging. The high humidity means that I put the cooler on high fan and no evaporation but the humidity creates a coolness. It is spot coolness but it’s enough for me. In the evenings it’s cool enough that I use the window fan as well as the high fan on the cooler; it makes the bedroom surprisingly comfortable for sleeping. This cooler looks sleek, it’s light and so easy to move around, and simple to operate. I’m very happy with it.
This review is from NewAir - 500 CFM Portable Indoor/Outdoor Evaporative Cooler - White
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cooling, Efficient, Ice packs
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great cooler!
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I bought two of these, one for my sons room and one for my room. I live in southern California where it is more humid than dry weather. It still gets hot here and I didn't want to buy a portable AC unit since I feel it is a very inefficient way to cool a room AND boy does it draw juice from your electrical grid. My bill is much higher with a portable AC unit. However with these swamp coolers, even though we have 50 - 60% humidity this thing still can more than adequately cool your room. Now lets get one thing straight, the air that comes out is not AC cold air. No, when used properly, the swamp cooler pushes out cold ENOUGH air to keep you comfortable at night. It comes with ice packs which I thought was really good which helps keep the water very cold. I have been very satisfied with these purchases of swamp cooler.
This review is from NewAir - 500 CFM Portable Indoor/Outdoor Evaporative Cooler - White
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Works, even in humidity
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Works even in humid places if you manage it correctly. Like anything without proper management, things don't work.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ice packs
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Bought two, but one wouldn’t work out of box
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I bought two of these online to use in bedrooms; liked small footprint & no need to window vent.
Unboxed first one & it worked just fine, cooled room as expected & have used included ice packs on warmer days. Overall very pleased with unit.
Then unboxed second one, plugged it in and it made horrible noise. Tried to turn off but “Off” button did nothing, had to unplug unit to stop it...very disappointed!
Very easy return to local store; “Cameron” reordered replacement to be shipped for free to my home. Awaiting delivery & optimistic it will work like 1st one.
This review is from NewAir - 500 CFM Portable Indoor/Outdoor Evaporative Cooler - White
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cooling
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good Cooler
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I purchased this a month ago. It has cooled my bedroom a least 8 degrees on a hot day. Just change the water daily, wipe off the container inside and use cold water to fill. Run the machine on low in cool at night. The water will last about 8 hours. Money well spent instead of a window attach A/C.
This review is from NewAir - 500 CFM Portable Indoor/Outdoor Evaporative Cooler - White
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Portable
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Cooler
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I think that it was a good buy. I like it because I don't need to take a hose to the window and I can move it to any room that I want with no problem.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cooling, Noise
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent fan totally recommended it.
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Cools better than a regular fan and you can add ice to the water so the air feels as good as an AC, you can also use the ice packs it comes with 2. The otner huge advantage over a window AC it's the fact that is has wheels and ypu can move it around the house. An extra plus it's very quiet. 5 stars for this fan.
This review is from NewAir - 500 CFM Portable Indoor/Outdoor Evaporative Cooler - White
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cooling
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
new air
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Works very well moves lots of air though my kitchen and not to loud. like how the tank can be removed and filled with out having to take it apart like other portable swamp coolers. .
This review is from NewAir - 500 CFM Portable Indoor/Outdoor Evaporative Cooler - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cooling, Portable
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Totally keeps sunroom comfortable.
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Bought $400 portable Air Conditioner last summer. This works better ! Keeps room cool and alot less expensive to use. Three friends bought them too !
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cooling
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
It works as it should.
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
this product works as expected. Its not a game changer by any means but it keeps the room cool as long as you use the provided ice packs in the water tank. Lasts about 4 to 5 hours of cooling air. We have 2 of these placed in 2 different spots. When it gets hot we will use them. Mostly, we use them just to move air around.
This review is from NewAir - 500 CFM Portable Indoor/Outdoor Evaporative Cooler - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cooling
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome
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Excellent product love how it keeps the room cool.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Not suited for the northeast
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I realized after my purchase that this is better suited for places that have hot, dry conditions and we have a lot of humidity during the summer months in Ct.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Humidity
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great fan cooler
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Works great as a fan. If you live in humid areas such as I do it makes the air more humid. Did not cool the air as I expected.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cooling
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Worked as expected
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Bought this unit to place inside my trucks camper shell for a long trip with our dog as an extra cooling option. It did not blow as cold as I was hoping for, but it did assist in the air circulation. It's also a little noisier than expected when using inside the house.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Efficient, Portable
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good swamp cooler
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Easy to use automatic feels great unless it’s very humid and then so so
All-around great product I love that you can wheel it around it’s a swamp cooler and that’s what it is it is what it is I like it
This review is from NewAir - 500 CFM Portable Indoor/Outdoor Evaporative Cooler - White
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Humidity
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Humid Indiana
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This would be a fantastic product if I lived in the Southwest. Unfortunately, I live in Indiana, so when the humidity is above 70%, the cooler is a little ineffective.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Cooling, Portable
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Breezy!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I’ve been using this unit for about a month. It performs well. It cools the room I’m in and is easily portable. The reservoir is decently sized.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from NewAir Team
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Pros mentioned:
Noise
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good deal
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
In comparison to my old Luma Comfort cooling fan is is a tad smaller, lighter and a little cheaper. I wish it blew colder air than my old Luma but it does blow longer without refilling and is a little quieter. Good buy.
This review is from NewAir - 500 CFM Portable Indoor/Outdoor Evaporative Cooler - Black