Let’s talk about Evaporative cooler today.

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The technology used for coolers dates back to the Egyptian’s time. They used to hang wet clothes on the window panes of their houses so that the air coming from outside cools them.

They convert the liquid (water) into a vapor using thermal energy in the air.

So here is the short compilation of the best evaporative water coolers crafted to keep you cool.

1. NewAir evaporative cooler – Smallest in size, big in coverage capacity.
2. Honeywell evaporative cooler – Best combination of style, price, and features.
3. Frigidaire evaporative cooler – Most powerful fan motor.
4. Air Choice evaporative cooler – Best cooler with least noise.
5. Sunpentown Evaporative coolers – Compact, sleek and simple design.
6. Luma Comfort evaporative cooler – Best in style and easy to clean.

1. NewAir evaporative cooler

One of the cool features about Newair coolers is that the water can be filled in it from the openings provided on the side panel.

The tank capacity is huge measuring 5.3 gallons which makes it less cumbersome to fill the water in the unit every time.

You will probably find that almost all the coolers have rolling casters for easy movement but what is peculiar about this product is that it has a cord wrapper.

In absence of the cord wrapper, you need to keep the wire dangling or hold it in your hands and then shift the unit, this is not the case with NewAir coolers.

The device can be operated manually or with remote control and has three different fan speeds to adjust.

The digital display is unique to Newair cooler and makes it look more stylish. To add pomp to your life, you have a choice to select the model of three different colors.

The only thing we didn’t like about the product is the hard manual buttons at the top.

A soft touch button would have been better. There is a possibility of damaging a button after repeated usage.

2. Honeywell evaporative cooler

Honeywell air coolers are the most energy-efficient air coolers. Honeywell is in the business of manufacturing home appliances for many years and this is evident from the fact the way the product is designed.

They understand the needs of the customer and have tried to address all of them in this product.

The sleek design requires less foot space and can be easily moved from one place to another without much effort.

Secondly, water is a good conductor of heat and electricity. There is a remote possibility of getting an electric shock.

To remove this drawback, Honeywell air coolers have thermal overload protection and heat-safe internal casting.

One of the most tiring tasks about the air coolers is to fill the water. It sometimes tastes your patience if you need to add water from a side panel in small quantities.

Well, with Honeywell the case is different. It has a detachable water tank remover.

You can very conveniently remove it for cleaning or adding water to it. The tank capacity is 2.6 gallons.

It can cool the area up to 175 square feet, so it can work very well as your assistant at the office or home.

It has an option of three different fan speeds which can be adjusted manually or with the help of a remote control device.

The ideal setting would be to allow the pads to get damp first keeping the fan speed low and later on increase the fan speed to the fullest. This will give better results.

Some of the reviewers have a question of whether it can be programmed to be switched on remotely while you are away from the home?

Well, it can’t be expected to work as an air conditioner. Both operate on a different principle. Air conditioners use chemicals for cooling whereas coolers are eco friendly.

To use the coolers, you need to keep the area properly ventilated, unlike the air conditioners.

So for air conditioners, the functionality of turning on remotely is of importance but in case of coolers, it is not necessary, rather it is not feasible.

Although it cannot be turned on automatically, it can be programmed to be operated for 7.5 hours for unattended operation.

The worst thing about the coolers is the stinking smell that you get if the water in the cooler remains unused or the smell emitted by the wet pads.

Honeywell offers an active carbon filter that is helpful to trap dust and other pollutants. Apart from that, it is washable and hence can be kept clean, odor-free.

3. Frigidaire evaporative cooler

Founded in 1918, Frigidaire is proud to be a trusted name. Frigidaire specializes in high-quality, energy-efficient kitchen, laundry, and home appliances that offer dependability, convenience, and comfort.

The device can cool down an area of 350 square feet, four fan speeds, and three different cooling modes.

The two operation modes allow you to take advantage of evaporative cooling on dry days and fan-only settings when it’s more humid.

Frigidaire air cooler comes with a 1-year warranty and the best part about it is that it offers a 30-day product return facility, in case you are not satisfied with the product. We think that is a great feature that adds credibility to the product.

The sleek white design looks great with any decor, and it’s lightweight enough to move around your home or to carry outdoors due to the rollers attached to the unit.

The only thing you will need is a power connection if you are planning to use it outdoors.

The evaporative cooling function humidifies rooms for comfort while filtering out dust and particulates for improved air quality.

The remote control device allows you to stay on the couch and adjust the settings according to your need.

The water tank is big enough to hold 5.6 gallons of water. You can even add ice to it for a better cooling experience.

The best part is that the water tank is detachable making it easy for cleaning and for filling the water.

4. Air Choice evaporative cooler

Trustech air cooler is marketed by Air Choice. Although it appears sleek in size and looks like a tower, many users on Amazon state that it functions pretty well.

The huge fence design in the front gives enough space for the air to be blown out by the cooler.

What is peculiar about the fence design is that it is too narrow making it safe for the babies. The chances of an accident are minimized.

At times, simple things are better to handle. The remote control device has just six buttons that are needed for functionality. This makes the operation pretty simple.

Some of the users on Amazon complain that the remote control device cannot be operated from far.

We feel this can happen if the battery in the remote control device is weak. Replacing worn-out batteries can solve this problem.

Generally, air coolers are noisy and that is what keeps people away from purchasing it.

But if you have a look at the above picture, you will notice the difference in the different decibel levels.

The noise levels are much lower than the decibel levels of our speech.

This can be a good indicator to get an idea about the noise created by the unit.

Air choice air coolers are pretty quiet and can be kept on a ‘sleep mode’ while you sleep, which helps to minimize the sound created by the cooler.

It can be programmed for eight hours giving you unhindered sleep. The moist air helps you to relieve yourself from itching skin problems caused by dry weather.

The water tank is at the back of the unit and can be conveniently removed to fill up the water quickly. Along with the water cooler, two ice bags are provided that can be added to the water tank for better cooling.

5. Sunpentown Evaporative coolers

Sunpentown air coolers are best suited for small areas or office spaces.

The water tank has a capacity of 7 liters and they have a separate top-loading panel for loading ice.

The water level indicator indicates the level of water present in the water tank.

The rollers make it comfortable to shift the unit from one place to another. It is better to shift the unit to the desired place first and later fill it up with water. This will increase the productive life of the rollers.

The unit can be operated manually as well as through a remote control device.

The louvers have an auto-swing facility for better effects so that you can feel the cool air in the whole room.

The best part is the oxygen bar with negative ions that helps to keep the air inside the room, clean and free from viruses and infections.

It is ARB certified and complies with the federal ozone emissions limit.

Depending on the climate you can opt for the three different fan speeds and can set the timer ranging from 0.5 hours to 7.5 hours as per your need.

6. Luma Comfort evaporative cooler

Luma is a tower type air cooler with rollers for easy mobility. It can cool the room having an area around 125 to 175 square feet. The elegant and sleek design makes it an ideal companion for the offices.

There is a transparent water tank at the back of the unit measuring 1.6 gallons.

This makes it easy to keep watch on the water level and as such too, it has a water level indicator on the front side which beeps if there isn’t much water left inside the tray.

You can add ice cubes to it for better cooling. It is easy to clean the water tray and drain the excess water or stagnant water, in case it is not used, by simply opening the cork provided at the base of the unit.

If you are wondering about the above picture, let me tell you that it is the remote control device.

Unlike other remote devices which are rectangular in looks, Luma air cooler’s remote is circle offering 3 different modes and 3 different fan speeds.

The best part about Luma is that despite being a tower cooler it offers

Luma air cooler has removable mesh which can be cleaned thoroughly to remove dust. The automatic louvers are one of the exceptional features for the tall tower cooler category.

How Evaporative Coolers work:

The main thing which affects the efficiency of a water cooler is its blower.

The blower is a fan attached inside the cooler (a box-type device made with plastic or metal) which fetches air from outside and pushes it inside the house after passing it through a set of damp pads.

At this juncture evaporation takes place but a small pump inside the cooler helps to rotate the water and makes it fall on the damp pads every time.

Thus the water does not evaporate completely, helping to lower the room temperature.

Evaporative coolers are more environmentally friendly and power saver as compared to air conditioners. They work best in dry climates.

Conclusion

Although the power consumption of an air cooler is much less than that of an air conditioner still there are other aspects too which you need to consider before you purchase an air cooler.

You need to especially look into features like rollers/handles for easy mobility, water tank capacity, fan modes, cooling modes, the capacity to cool, timer options, louvers, the possibility of cleaning the water tank and mesh for better performance, and the noise levels.

As such, we have compiled the best list of air coolers for you but still, if you ask us our choice then we think that you should opt for Honeywell evaporative cooler.

This is because it meets all the criteria which are needed in an air cooler and very easy to handle and clean.

Apart from that, the company provides services in the USA and the users state that they get excellent service from the company in case of any problems. We vouch for Honeywell evaporative air coolers.

Stay cool this summer and do let us know how you felt about our recommended product.

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Jackie Murphy said…

“Love the lower fan setting for sleeping. Is very effective.”

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