Whynter · Updated June 2026
Whynter ARC-1030WN: price, specs & release date
Whynter ARC-1030WN, released 2022. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: whynter.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Whynter ARC-1030WN is listed at $520 on whynter.com as of 2026-06-27, #6 cheapest of 14 portable air conditioners (median $539); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 61/100 pay-blind standing, #9 of 18 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest portable air conditioners: SereneLife SLPAC10 — $350
Is the Whynter ARC-1030WN a good buy?
At $520, the Whynter ARC-1030WN is #7 cheapest of the 14 portable air conditioners we track, where the median is $525. On the spec sheet, its cooling btu ashrae of 12000 is below the median of the 18, its cooling btu sacc of 10000 is above the median of the 18, and its coverage of 500 sq ft is below the median of the 17. By release date, it is among the newer of the 8 we date.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $520 Best Buy $519.99; Whynter store MSRP ~$699.99 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Whynter |
| Released | 2022 |
| Cooling btu ashrae | 12000 |
| Cooling btu sacc | 10000 |
| Coverage (sq ft) | 500 |
| Hose config | dual |
| Heat mode | No |
| Smart Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Noise dba | 43 |
Source: whynter.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by bestbuy.com. Whynter page + Best Buy + Lowe's + Walmart + Target confirm 12,000 BTU ASHRAE / 10,000 BTU SACC / 500 sq ft / dual hose / no heat / WiFi (NEX Inverter, Alexa/Google) / under 42.5 dBA (43 used). Best Buy $519.99. NEX Inverter ~2022 (Amazon ASIN B09TKT4PRT). Verified 2026-06-19.
Is the Whynter ARC-1030WN worth it vs cheaper portable air conditioners?
Whynter ARC-1030WN against its closest cheaper and pricier portable air conditioners on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 14 ranked
| Product | Price | Cooling btu ashrae | Cooling btu sacc | Coverage (sq ft) | Hose config | Heat mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whynter ARC-1030WN this | $520 | 12000 | 10000 | 500 | dual | No |
| Frigidaire FHPC132AB1 | $519 | 13000 | 8000 | 600 | single | No |
| Dreo AC515S | $529.99 | 12000 | 8000 | — | single | No |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Whynter ARC-1030WN cost?
The Whynter ARC-1030WN has a US price of $520 (Best Buy $519.99; Whynter store MSRP ~$699.99), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Whynter ARC-1030WN compare on price?
At $520, the Whynter ARC-1030WN is #7 cheapest of the 14 portable air conditioners we track, where the median is $525.
When was the Whynter ARC-1030WN released?
The Whynter ARC-1030WN was released 2022.
What are the Whynter ARC-1030WN's key specs?
Whynter ARC-1030WN (Whynter): cooling btu ashrae 12000, cooling btu sacc 10000, coverage sqft 500, hose config dual, heat mode No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $520 at whynter.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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