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Brand	Honeywell
Mounting Type	Freestanding
Special Feature	remote_control
Color	Silver
Air Flow Capacity	470 Cubic Feet Per Minute
Controls Type	Remote
Reservoir Capacity	5.3 Gallons
Floor Area	150 Square Feet
Model Name	Honeywell 470-760CFM Portable Evaporative Cooler, Fan & Humidifier with Ice Compartment & Remote, CL201AE, Silver See more
Recommended Uses For Product	Residential

Material
Base Metal,Plastic

Item Weight
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Form Factor
Personal

Wattage
250 watts

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Indoor evaporative air cooler or swamp cooler ideal for use in the southwest and Midwest regions of the US - Performs best in hot/dry climates where humidity levels are <60%
Super low power consumption 230W & powerful 470-760CFM airflow ideal for spot cooling small to medium spaces such as living room, bedroom, den, covered patio, garage
Carbon Dust Air Filter, Remote Control, Low water alarm, energy saving timer, Adjustable humidification dial & Ice compartment.
Moist, cool breeze can cool you down & be used as humidification during winter months.
NOT an Air Conditioner & NOT just a Fan – Environmentally friendly Evaporative Cooler reduces temperature through water evaporation. Mimic the comfort of a cool lake breeze in your home

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Brand

Honeywell

Mounting Type

Freestanding

Special Feature

remote_control

Color

Silver

Air Flow Capacity

470 Cubic Feet Per Minute

Controls Type

Remote

Reservoir Capacity

5.3 Gallons

Floor Area

150 Square Feet

Model Name

Honeywell 470-760CFM Portable Evaporative Cooler, Fan & Humidifier with Ice Compartment & Remote, CL201AE, Silver

Recommended Uses For Product

Residential

Included Components

swamp cooler, remote control, manual, warranty

Noise Level

64 dB

Product Dimensions

14.6"D x 18.9"W x 32.9"H

Voltage

100120

Item Weight

23.4 pounds

Manufacturer

Honeywell

ASIN

B00ILRBRQU

Item model number

CL201AE

Customer Reviews

3.7 1,196 ratings

3.7 out of 5 stars

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#1,206,965 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen)
#52 in Evaporative Coolers
#890 in Portable Air Conditioners

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Summer Cooling that's a Breeze!

Powerful, low-energy cooling right where you need it. Evaporative Air Coolers plug and play, fanning a fresh breeze during summer's heat. Enjoy summer without sweating at high energy bills! A multipurpose, lightweight unit, evaporative room coolers also humidify dry winter air.

Honeywell Evaporative Air Cooler with Fan & Humidifier for Indoor Spaces, CL201AE

An indoor room cooler, this portable, energy-efficient model is built to cool your small to medium rooms. Living room, bedroom, play area or office—the unit is lightweight and adapts for summer heat or winter dryness. A versatile performer, the CL201AE sports oscillating louvers, an ice compartment for a colder breeze, three rhythmic wind modes, and a humidity control to regulate moisture output. New to evaporative air cooling? The sensation is like a lakeside breeze. Browse through these tabs to discover more about this energy-efficient technology.

So, It's Not an Air Conditioner--Right?

Correct! Evaporative air coolers don't use heavy compressors or refrigerant gas to lower air temperatures, nor do they spray mist. Instead, they moderately reduce heat through evaporating water vapor into the air. They work most effectively in hot, dry climates. Check out the map: The red and orange regions, with less than 45% relative humidity, are suited for indoor & outdoor evaporative coolers; the yellow regions, between 45%-65% relative humidity, can benefit from outdoor swamp coolers; the blue, more humid zones are on target for outdoor evaporative cooling or indoor Honeywell Portable Air Conditioners.

How do Evaporative Air Coolers Work?

Honeywell evaporative air coolers are constructed with three central components: a fan, a pump system to circulate water and a honeycomb-shaped absorbent panel. The fan draws in warm air through the wet honeycomb media; evaporation converts the moisture into water vapor; and then cooler, more humid air flows out on the other side. When using an evaporative air cooler, ventilate! Open a window, or keep a door ajar, to expel over-humidity and allow for circulation of fresh, dry air. Also, be aware that the honeycomb media may have a distinct odor when first used, which will dissipate after a couple hours.

Honeywell: A Trusted Brand with Comprehensive Customer Support

As a select Honeywell licensee, JMatek is committed to Honeywell's brand reputation for quality and comfort. Our comprehensive customer support policy protects your purchase against any manufacturing defects. A US-based customer service hotline connects you directly to a knowledgeable support agent who is ready to assist you.

Honeywell Evaporative Air Cooler with Fan & Humidifier for Indoor Spaces, CL201AE


Ice Compartment for Colder Air Add ice to the top-loading ice compartment to lower water temperatures and sustain a cooler airflow.	Rhythmic Wind Sounds Choose normal, natural or sleep modes for a cyclical wind pattern, simulating the ebb and flow of a natural breeze.	Combats Irritating Dryness Three settings regulate the density of evaporative moisture, ensuring optimal humidity levels for your space.


Easy-Fill Water Tank A wider opening protects against spillage and eases the process of filling the water tank.	Safeguards against Contaminants Washable active carbon filter traps dust, odors and pollutants.	Remote Control & Built-in Holster Operate with convenience using the full-featured remote. Avoid bothersome misplacements with the built-in storage.	Set It & Forget It Timer Programmable for up to 7.5 hours with an auto-off feature, set the timer for unattended operation.


	CS071AE	CS10XE	CL201AE	CL30XC	CO25AE	CO60PM
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Customer Reviews	1,252	1,196	329	389	272	32
Price	$169.99	$449.36	$279.99	$299.99	—	$571.90
Honeywell Model No.	CS071AE	CS10XE	CL201AE	CL30XC	CO25AE	CO60PM
Evaporative Cooler type	Indoor Spot	Indoor Spot	Indoor Room	Indoor Room	Outdoor/Indoor	Outdoor/Indoor
Recommended Cooling Area	Personal Spaces	Personal Spaces and Small Rooms	Medium Rooms	Medium Rooms	Small Outdoor Spaces / Medium Indoor Rooms	Medium Outdoor Spaces / Large Indoor Rooms
Feature Highlight	Whisper-Quiet Setting	Detachable Water Tank	Adjustable Humidity Control, Rhythmic Wind Mode	Detachable Water Tank, Adjustable Humidity Control	Weatherproof, Adjustable Humidity Control	Weatherproof, Detachable Water Tank
Fan Speed	5	3	4	3	4	3
Ice Compartment	-	-	✓	✓	✓	-
Low Water Alarm, Remote & Timer	Timer Only	✓	✓	✓	✓	-
Filter Type	Active Carbon	Active Carbon	Active Carbon	Active Carbon	Mesh	-
Weight (lbs)	12.6	18.5	23.4	24.9	25.8	39.2
Water tank size (gallons)	1.8	2.6	5.3	7.9	6.6	15.9

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Product Description

Like a breeze flowing across a lake, Honeywell Evaporative Coolers provide a natural, cool breeze with the power of water evaporation. Honeywell Evaporative Coolers combine 3 appliances: Evaporative air cooler, fan and humidifier - into one compact energy-saving system. A fan alone creates a breeze by recirculating warm air, but when you add water and/ice to the tank, Honeywell Evaporative Coolers reduce the temperature of incoming warm air, transforming it into a cool moist breeze. Honeywell Portable Air Coolers are built to last and carefully crafted with the science of aerodynamics to minimize energy consumption while maximizing the airflow. An evaporative air cooler offers an energy efficient cooling option when the air is hot with low humidity, such as desert areas like the southwestern United States (recommended humidity level is 60% or less for maximum efficiency). For those living in more humid cities, please consider Honeywell Portable Air Conditioners.

WARNING:

CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

WARNING: California’s Proposition 65

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controls type	Remote	Remote	Touch	Remote	Touch and Remote Control
reservoir capacity	5.3 gallons	7 gallons	—	9.2 gallons	12.7 gallons
air flow capacity	470 cubic feet per minute	—	212 cubic feet per minute	2200 cubic feet per minute	3800 cubic feet per minute
form factor	Personal	Personal	Tower	Window	Window
model number	CL201AE	120 W	DR-HEC001 AC White	EC03	HY-43Y
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Customers like the efficiency, and comfort of the air cooler. However, some customers have reported issues with noise, leakage, and quality. Opinions are mixed on quality, performance, capacity, and value.

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42 customers mention31 positive11 negative

Customers like the efficiency of the air cooler. They say it's very efficient, has a powerful fan, and saves money on electricity. Some mention that it doesn't have an energy sucking compressor.

"...This thing blows strong. Like even on the lowest setting I feel it's all I need most of the time...." Read more

"...person household and mostly need the room I am in cooled--it saved money on electricity...." Read more

"This was a great purchase, but it does pull a lot of electricity!..." Read more

"...They have allowed us to slash our energy use. They keep us cool and add moisture to the air. I spent $425.00 and skipped the 67K $$$ for solar...." Read more

33 customers mention27 positive6 negative

Customers like the comfort of the air cooler. They say it keeps them comfortable when they need it, makes the air freezing which feels good when it's hot, has different modes, normal, sleep, and natural, and they like the feel of moving air. They also say it'll feel like you have the AC on and that the water is relatively soft. Some say it soothes dry skin and is great for husbands snoring.

"...Its not too loud, but the sleep mode is still a nice option...." Read more

"...It keeps us comfortable when we need it, but we'd need a second one if the Central AC is still broken come summer...." Read more

"...I am comfortable. I wouldn't have believed it could be so (AC with open window = hot room) yet so far so good...." Read more

"...and my cat seems to be fond of it, most likely because it soothes dry skin...." Read more

300 customers mention155 positive145 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the air cooler. Some mention it still cools the air, blows nice and cool, and the air coming out is cold but not freezing. However, others say it's cheaply made, has a factory defect, and has basic design flaws.

"...This machine has kept us tolerably cool even with 3 large southern facing windows. Thermal curtains can only do so much...." Read more

"...The swamp cooler does NOT leak, but the fans around it does not look very professional, so I wont share the pictures, everyone has their own unique..." Read more

"...my entire office and bedroom at night, and the humidifying effect of evaporative cooling feels great to me. Our humidity here is very low . ...." Read more

"...You've got to constantly fill the tank with water, because the water levels drop quickly due to the humidification function...." Read more

246 customers mention155 positive91 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the air cooler. Some mention that it works pretty well when the temperatures are in the 80’s-low 90’s, and has worked very well for two seasons. However, others say that it does not work as well when there is extreme humidity in the room, and that the cool feature does not WORK.

"...To help the swamp cooler air circulate, because the swing mode works well due to the force of air pressure coming from the swamp cooler...." Read more

"...On days of extreme humidity, the machine will not work as well as it does when the humidity is lower than 50% but by using cold water and ice, it..." Read more

"...two stars for the fact that the airflow, cooling, and remote control all work pretty well." Read more

"...I’ve used it for the last 2 summers. It works pretty well when the temperatures are in the 80’s-low 90’s...." Read more

62 customers mention21 positive41 negative

Customers are mixed about the capacity of the air cooler. Some mention that it has a large water capacity, is easy to fill with water, and absorbs water easily. Others say that it goes through an unreal amount of water and that the water will pour out from the sides.

"...After two weeks, water started showing up on the floor and unit . . . the holes were already blocked and the top compartment overflowed...." Read more

"...The swamp cooler is so easy to fill, they can all pitch in and feel like they're helping to do something productive to help improve our situation...." Read more

"...'ve got to constantly fill the tank with water, because the water levels drop quickly due to the humidification function...." Read more

"...Basic flaws:1. Filling this is a nightmare. This indoor unit holds over 5 gallons of water, which is great...." Read more

55 customers mention32 positive23 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the air cooler. Some mention it's a good value for the money spent, and a great investment. However, others say that it'll not impress for the price.

"...All in all, this is a good unit and a lot cheaper than an air conditioner (and it is easily portable) if you live in a low humidity region." Read more

"...It is priced rather high given a portable air conditioner is only a few dollars more...." Read more

"...If you're looking for an inexpensive, nice looking evaporative cooler for a small area, I'd recommend it. So far I'm quite happy." Read more

"...NOPE! This thing is a worthless piece of dangerous junk that could ruin your hardwood or Pergo floors if you're not paying attention and catch the..." Read more

79 customers mention20 positive59 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the noise produced by the air cooler. They mention that the fan is loud on high, the swing makes a clicking noise, and the pump will croak.

"...Of course the pump will croak, but water pumps are an inexpensive easy fix. The fan motor . . . I hope it lasts...." Read more

"...It is kind of noisy though, even on the lowest setting. This thing BLOWS...." Read more

"...Its not too loud, but the sleep mode is still a nice option...." Read more

"...n't prepared for is that even the lowest setting is really powerful and loud. So much so that I have yet to run it on medium or high...." Read more

50 customers mention5 positive45 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the leakage of the air cooler. They mention that it leaks water from underneath, out of the bottom, and when it reaches the seams. Some say that the cooler gets gunked up and starts spilling water out the very top. They also say that if you overfill it, water flows from that seam.

"...the holes were already blocked and the top compartment overflowed. But a good "poking" with a skewer cleared it up. Now I do it every day . . ...." Read more

"...After 1month of using the evaporative cooler the unit is leaking water from underneath...." Read more

"...It's hard to see.If you over-fill it, water flows from that seam. So be careful...." Read more

"...I'm also not sure why, but after a few months of use, the water doesn't drain as well and it doesn't distribute water over the frame evenly anymore..." Read more

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Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2017

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This was a great purchase, but it does pull a lot of electricity! My smoke detector went off a LOT the first year (2016), when my central air went out last year. But I have asthmatics in the house in a climate which is mapped bright red for high humidity, so I had to do SOMETHING! Honeywell is a very reputable company, so I gave them a shot. I didn't want to do it, but to make my wife happy I allowed her to get one. It was a miscellaneous expense at the time, and our insurance company gave us a voucher so we were able to purchase one asap! The total price last year was no where NEAR $400, or we would NEVER HAVE BEEN ABLE TO GET ONE EVEN WITH A VOUCHER! This year (2017) our central air went out again (my wife believes they may have taken advantage of her, and did only enough to get a call back this year, because the needs of the Navy come first when you're military, and I couldn't be home when the AC guys came). We saved up funds this year because we wanted to purchase another one this year, and another next year because we did the math and it would cool the house better with 3 @ 1200sq ft (its more like living space of 1000sq ft. two flat with 3 bedrooms & 6 people). But the price as of today 7/6/2017, is well over $400! We are military and the most attractive thing which attracted my wife to this product was the trusted brand (despite the few negative reviews), and the PRICE! I trust my wife to make wise investments while not overwhelming me trying to live outside of our means, but yet getting everything we need to get by in life. I wanted to get another one for them this year, but I guess like everything else... it will just have to wait. I fight for this country so we have the rights we want, I just wish that trusted brands could just keep things affordable. But I respect the rights that I signed up and swore to protect for this country, so I can't get mad when trusted brands, or anyone for that matter decides to exercise their rights to price hikes. I just wish things stayed affordable! We are ALL one miscellaneous unforeseen expense away from having the right to suffer in silence, because someone raised the price to things we relied on, or tried to honestly obtain. At some stage of life... you just want to have all wins for the past positives you put out into the atmosphere you know? The machine works very well, put ice in the top, and keep it coming (you have to buy bags of ice, or do what we did and get ice trays & rotate between 2 or more ice trays at a time so when it melts you have more to keep the house as cool as possible, while making the air breathable). Its not too loud, but the sleep mode is still a nice option. The swing mode isn't exactly an oscillate mode fans have, due to the short 14" window, but my wife and children are always thinking of ways to make what we have, work to fit our needs. They put old fans around the unit, and it helps to carry the cooled air further, most breathable up to 5ft away from the swamp cooler. We wish the window was wider so the swing mode could swing with more width from the base of the unit, like 180 or 130 degrees. Its not an air conditioner, but its better than a regular fan blowing hot air that you can't even feel, because its so hot! It wont matter how low or tall the fan you put in front of the swamp cooler is. The stick broke to our fan, but the top still works, so it can sit on the floor in front of the swamp cooler, and circulate the air, and one fan can sit high, if you have one that does oscillate pretty good. To help the swamp cooler air circulate, because the swing mode works well due to the force of air pressure coming from the swamp cooler. From a distance of 3ft you can feel the air blowing from it on a 90+ degree day. The window on the swamp cooler has blades that you can manually adjust so you can direct the air where you like, and it comes with a remote. But having 4 kids...THAT remote can be ANYWHERE, who knows? Thankfully, you do not depend on the remote to do anything that you can't do yourself! The swamp cooler is so easy to fill, they can all pitch in and feel like they're helping to do something productive to help improve our situation. Thank God they're a good family and they don't complain, I would feel so bad if they complained. For our 1200sq ft home, the one cooler does well to make the air breathable. Its still HOT, but its 98 degrees OUTSIDE, and inside its 85 degrees. Don't expect miracles LOL. Its easy to use, a baby can push the buttons, fill it and read the flotation device inside the swamp cooler to make them feel important, and its fun for them to put the ice in the top, and the wheels mean that you can roll it from one of their rooms to the next even if you're only 4, or pregnant and on bed rest while your mate is deployed. They all camped out in my room and the swamp cooler kept that room cool while they sleep, and it was easier for my wife to keep an eye on them and help them if they had trouble breathing through the night. I would recommend this product, maybe ask your insurance company if they have vouchers, if you need help to get just one. Because even just ONE made a positive difference to my family. If all you can afford is one swamp cooler (get this Honeywell 42pt portable cooler) and some dollar store ice trays, GET IT and roll it from room to room it's easy, doesn't raise your electric bill as high as central air (when the AC worked). The swamp cooler seems to work better this year than the first year (people rarely make things that get better with time, they mostly get you on the comeback, more concerned about their finances rather than their brand), and we're so happy we have one! However, I would recommend at least 3 for a 1200sq ft home on a 90+ degree day, and maybe going to a store and sharing popcorn and a cold refillable drink until the weather cools off a bit. My wife said the people in the stores can be so nice, they'll tell you when things are about to go on sell for $1-$3 on a markdown price. God bless America, and help us with improvements. LOL I hope this review was helpful. The swamp cooler does NOT leak, but the fans around it does not look very professional, so I wont share the pictures, everyone has their own unique way of doing things, and this is our story, I would encourage everyone to be creative and get the whole family in on it... a good fun and productive family summer project huh? Then you can remind them how good it is to just be a kid.

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Works well to supplement your AC or if it is broken, but best in a dry environment.

Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2022

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I bought one of these back in 2017 and I recently bought another one since my older one has started spitting water from mineral build-up over the years plus it is a little beat up from frequent moving around and heavy-duty use. Don't expect this unit to last forever, but we got a great 6 years of very HEAVY use out of it with very few complaints. Buy some good liquid algaecide to keep the tank from growing pond scum. Also, keep 2 or 3 cleaned out milk 1-gallon containers of water chilling in the fridge at all times if you want it to work efficiently. You may even want to buy a small countertop ice maker, so you don't have to buy ice but if you have a silicone baker's pan for mini quick bread loaves, that is the perfect size bar of ice for this machine. Just freeze them up and put them in bags. You want that ice to be harder than the kind you get from a countertop machine these days. We stick with the ice mini-loaves we make in our freezer. 6 to 8 bars really amp up the cooling if you begin with very cold water from the fridge. It takes 3 cold gallons to fill the thing up first time and remember to add the algaecide after the first gallon so the next 2 gallons you pour in the side opening will mix it around well.

Mind you, a window unit AC is always the best option but in my new Condo, we aren't allowed to install them, so I am leaning back on this Honeywell, which has served me so well in the past. Adding ice to the ice compartment in addition to using ice-cold water really helps. We do have central AC, but the building isn't good at maintaining it, so we use this unit a lot. It keeps us comfortable when we need it, but we'd need a second one if the Central AC is still broken come summer.

UPDATE Jan 26th'20223: Our buildings AC has been borked since Thanksgiving and this unit has saved my sanity! I am so glad we bought the new one. I was able to clean up the old one tolerably well, so it doesn't spit water, using one of the CLR formulas, but the new one was already in use. We'll save the old one for a friend in need this summer. If you aren't allowed window units, this might be right for you. Read on.

If you want this Unit to cool the bedroom before sleeping, make sure to aim the back of the machine OUT the door because you cannot create cold without creating some heat, even with an Evaporative Cooler like this one. This machine has kept us tolerably cool even with 3 large southern facing windows. Thermal curtains can only do so much. On days of extreme humidity, the machine will not work as well as it does when the humidity is lower than 50% but by using cold water and ice, it takes the edge off enough that you aren't snapping at your spouse! Be prepared to make your own ice as I described because storebought ice is too expensive to make this Unit a lower cost option. Also, store-bought ice is usually crushed or has hollow centers which makes it melt super-fast. The method I describe above saves you about $8 to 14 a day in ice purchases.

This thing has wheels and can be easily moved from room to room, which is very helpful. Make sure you keep the screens clean. I use a small brass brush such as you would use to clean suede shoes. Just don't brush too hard. Be sure to add the recommended amount of liquid algaecide each time you fill or refill the tank with cold water because otherwise algae will FORM in the tank. That's a very yuck thing to have to clean. Use the Algaecide every time you fill it up and when you aren't using it, drain the water out in the bathtub or shower and let it dry out to prevent algae build up. I needed to give the tank a good clean every other month when I was using it every day and night but once I learned to add the algaecide with every tank-up and every time I added a gallon of water, I only had to clean it twice a season.

Remember, it WILL raise the humidity in the room where you use it. If you are already in a humid environment, this may not be the best choice for you. We are in Los Angeles and so that is not much of a problem. Still, don't use it in a room with fine art on the walls or textile wall hangings made of wool. We did that once and damp wool STINKS. We just moved the wall hanging to another room and stored the art in a humidity-controlled storage unit. It could ruin posters, paper, fine books etc., with constant use. They don't call these things "swamp coolers" for nuthin' LOL.

I don't recommend adding any essential oils or fragrance to the water because this is a MACHINE, and you will never get that stuff out of the working parts. Also, you don't want anything other than the water and/or approved algaecides or hard water build-up preventatives in your tank. Keep it simple. If you want scent, get one of those wax warmers that you can plug in. I've done the candle routine and it stains your ceiling with soot as bad as a fireplace. Wax melts make better sense. Just don't put any fragrance in the tank! It is tempting but ultimately very unwise.

As I mentioned before, try to aim the exhaust out a door to another room so you don't waste electricity by warming AND cooling the room.

FYI: I checked my past orders, and we used this product to combat bacteria and algae: BestAir 3BT Original Humidifier Bacteriostatic Water Treatment. You can also find a good hard water treatment to add that prevents lime scale build-up. A six-pack of that Bestair stuff should last you the life of the evaporative cooler or at least a year if you use it as much as we did.

Remember, if you can get a unit that works like a real AC and have a place to vent the heat out a window, DO IT. if not, this is your next best option.

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Leonid Finis

Does not cool the air and very noisy

Reviewed in Canada on June 21, 2021

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This product should rather a noisy humidifier than an air cooler.

Patricia

Excelente producto

Reviewed in Mexico on May 31, 2018

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Me llegó muy rápido y está perfecto, el único detalle es que en la foto es gris, que lo hubiera preferido y llegó beige.

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SHIV

Superb Performance...

Reviewed in India on June 29, 2019

Color: SilverVerified Purchase

Best performance , but be prepared for a lot of delay in delivery.

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5 estrellas.

Reviewed in Mexico on September 8, 2018

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Llegada a tiempo, excelente servicio.

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An okay air cooler

Reviewed in Canada on August 5, 2016

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It is not bad. It tends to make the room humid on hot days because there in no window in my office. Other than that it is not a bad air cooler. The water level indicator is not a good one because I over filled it and had to clean a lot of water. The water comes.out the side when you tip it by the gap. It was a lot of water. That is the only down side to.this unit.

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