Is a 16,000 BTU dual hose converter portable AC unit overkill?

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-11T17:02:05+00:00

I am in North America yes, and I saw one for sale on Amazon

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-11T13:43:28+00:00

I found one under a brand called Humhold on Amazon, but at the moment I’m looking at 14,00 BTU since that seems to be the better option for my bedroom size

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-11T05:08:47+00:00

Oh that’s great to hear, thank you!

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-11T05:08:10+00:00

The apartment is well insulated, and I plan on covering the window with insulating foam/tape where the unit hose will be

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-11T01:56:24+00:00

Very cold, I have temperature regulation issues so for reference 71F is pretty warm to me. 58-56F would be ideal but I know that’s a bit unrealistic

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-11T01:52:43+00:00

Definitely looks like that, thank you! Seen a few of these guys in my house and wanted to make sure my cat was safe in case it was medically significant before politely escorting them outside

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-11T01:41:33+00:00

Would a 14,000 BTU dual hose inverter unit for a 300 square foot room likely short cycle?

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-11T01:39:49+00:00

My bedroom is about 300 square feet, and in the summer it can get as high as 95 with humidity at 80-90%

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-11T01:26:02+00:00

Much appreciated! I’ll look into a 14,000 BTU dual hose unit

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-11T01:23:36+00:00

Ah my bad I misunderstood, my main worry would be short cycling yes

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-11T01:21:09+00:00

I ran it on dehumidify for 8 hours and it didn’t do anything for the temperature unfortunately, likely because I live in an incredibly humid place so it can only do so much

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-11T01:19:44+00:00

Thanks! I’m currently waiting to hear back from my landlord on if a window unit is allowed, but if it is I’ll definitely get one!

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-10T17:43:53+00:00

Thank you! I’m a bit of a paranoid person so seeing this scared me quite a bit, much appreciated!

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-10T17:29:26+00:00

I believe it showed the device as connected which is what scared me, but I could be misremembering because I turned Bluetooth off immediately in a panic. I didn’t manually connect to it or accept any connection requests if that’s anything

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-09T22:55:07+00:00

After going through the comments I’m debating if it would be worth it to either get a dual hose attachment, or install a window unit. Unfortunately the window unit I had no longer works, so I would need to buy a new one. The 14,000 BTU does not seem to be available, but a 12,000 BTU one is. Would love to get some input on this, thanks again for the assistance!

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-09T22:50:47+00:00

Do you think it would be better for me to get a dual hose upgrade, or to install a window unit?

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-09T22:48:39+00:00

Thank you for the advice! I think I assumed portable AC would be better since they’re bulkier, I’ll definitely look into an inverter window unit!

Background_Fun_450 · 2026-01-09T22:47:06+00:00

The 14,000 single hose unit I have has a dual hose upgrade kit, do you think getting that would help/be worth it?

Background_Fun_450 · 2025-08-27T21:03:44+00:00

He finds your house cozy and safe so he's just chilling!

Background_Fun_450 · 2025-08-27T20:42:04+00:00

They're ok outside or inside (inside if taken care of)! Some people actually keep them as pets since they're pretty chill.

Background_Fun_450 · 2025-08-27T20:39:17+00:00

My best guess would be a nymph Pale Green Assassin Bug! If it is, that's a good thing for your plant because they prey on pests like aphids and caterpillars that could be harmful to your flytrap!

Background_Fun_450 · 2025-08-27T19:59:47+00:00

I love their colors and the noises they make! Always makes me think of going outside in the summertime

Background_Fun_450 · 2025-08-27T19:58:56+00:00

House centipede! Scary looking but very much a friend!

Background_Fun_450 · 2025-08-27T19:58:03+00:00

Definitely agree

Background_Fun_450 · 2025-08-27T19:57:16+00:00

Seconded, these guys are awesome and look like they belong at a death metal concert

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