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Whether you need a window air conditioner unit for an apartment or something to keep you cool while you’re on the backyard porch, you can find an affordable AC solution to keep you cool.

When I moved to New York City, I was unprepared for life without central air. After making due with a fan for three years, I broke down during a sweltering July Fourth holiday and marched myself to Home Depot to buy a portable air conditioner — and it was the best decision I had made in years.

Buying an air conditioner doesn’t have to bust your budget. While the best air conditioners might cost you a little more, all of these can be ordered online for less than $200.

7 Cheap Window AC Units

At under $200, most window units on the market are 5,000 BTU. On average, a 5,000 BTU air conditioner will effectively cool down a room that’s about 150 square feet. The higher the BTU the larger the room the unit can cool down, but it’s important to note that increasing the BTU also means an increase in the price.

It’s also important to know the measurements of your window to find an air conditioner that will fit. And don’t forget to check to make sure you have power outlets near the window you want to use. Most smaller air conditioners will plug into a standard three-prong outlet.

1. GE AHT05LZ Air Conditioner

The GE AHT05LZ Air Conditioner has 5,000 BTUs, two cooling and fan speeds and an easy temperature control that uses a minimum to maximum cool ranking between 1 and 10 to easily select the right temperature. It comes with a kit to easily mount the unit in the window and a slide-out chassis so it fits perfectly. One 5-star Walmart reviewer says these units “are reasonably quiet and can quickly cool a large bedroom.”

► Get the GE AHT05LZ AC unit for $149.99 from Walmart.

2. Toshiba RAC-WK0512CMU Air Conditioner

Moderately priced, the Toshiba RAC-WK0512CMU Air Conditioner has a contemporary design that gives it a sleekness you don’t usually find from something like an AC. Its two-in-one AC/ventilation mode can either run cold air or simply recirculate air within a room. The filter is washable and reusable, saving you money in the long run. Plus, it’s easy to install. According to one promising review, “This is a great little AC that works well and cools my room to perfect condition. Also it is not very noisy when it's on. I would highly recommend to all.”