Portable Air Conditioners

Most online portable air conditioners in Australia ship from overseas warehouses, which is why "fast delivery" usually means six weeks. Ours don't. We hold stock across our Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane warehouses and dispatch within 1-2 business days. Portable Air Conditioners from $200.

What portable air conditioner do I need?

Portable Air Conditioners come in 2kW to 4.5kW cooling capacity. The right choice depends on your space, budget, and how often you'll use it. Measure your area first and check product specs before ordering.

What types of portable air conditioners are available?

You'll find cooling only, reverse cycle, evaporative, with dehumidifier. Each suits different needs and budgets:

Type Best For Price Guide Key Feature
Cooling Only Budget buyers $200–$360 Cooling Only design
Reverse Cycle Regular use $260–$440 Reverse Cycle design
Evaporative Heavy duty jobs $320–$520 Evaporative design
With Dehumidifier Small spaces $380–$600 With Dehumidifier design

How much do portable air conditioners cost in Australia?

Our portable air conditioners start from $200. Most mid-range options sit between $260–$500. We dispatch within 1–2 business days from our Australian warehouses.

Quick Buyer's Checklist

  • Measure first: Check your space and access before ordering
  • Power source: Electric, petrol, battery or manual — match to your setup
  • Weight and storage: Consider where you'll keep it when not in use
  • Warranty: All our portable air conditioners come with 12-month warranty
  • Delivery: Flat-pack boxes fit through standard 80cm doorways

What most sites won't admit

Almost every portable air conditioner sold online in Australia is imported from China, Vietnam or South-East Asia — including ours. The real difference between online retailers isn't where the product is made. It's what happens after it lands in Australia. Marketplaces dropship straight from overseas containers, which is why "fast delivery" turns into six weeks. We import in bulk, hold stock across our Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane warehouses, and ship from there.

The other thing nobody mentions: exhaust hose requirement. Every portable air conditioner needs a window exhaust hose. It pumps hot air outside. Without proper venting, the unit cools and heats the same room simultaneously, achieving nothing. If you don't have a window to vent through, a portable AC won't work for you — consider an evaporative cooler instead.

Frequently asked questions

What if my portable air conditioner arrives damaged?
Contact us within 7 days with photos. We'll replace or refund under our 12-month warranty. Transit damage is rare (under 2%), but we sort it within 48 hours.

How long does delivery take?
Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane: 3–5 business days. Perth and Adelaide: 5–8 days. Regional and remote areas: 7–14 days.

Can I pay with Afterpay, Zip or PayPal?
Yes, all three. A $400 portable air conditioner works out to four payments of $100 with Afterpay or four payments of $100 with PayPal Pay in 4. Zip offers up to 12 months.

What's the warranty?
12 months on manufacturing defects. Plus 15-day returns on unopened items in original packaging.

Complete your setup

Three items most buyers add at the same time: pedestal fans, dehumidifiers, and humidifiers. Bundle your order and save on shipping.

Why us

Simple Deals — family-run since 2018. Australian warehouse stock. Support on 1300 456 786. Afterpay, Zip, Klarna and PayPal. 12-month warranty, 15-day returns. 4.66★ from 5,363 verified reviews.

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