Keystone Air Conditioners

Keystone isn’t a brand that makes headlines — and that’s exactly its appeal. Often overshadowed by glossier competitors, it fills a critical role in the AC market: reliable, basic units that won’t drain your bank account. Keystone’s lineup includes a healthy variety of window units, a few through-the-wall options, and even dehumidifiers, all priced well below premium brands. You won’t find advanced features or connected apps here — just cold air, simple controls, and surprising performance-per-dollar. So, if you’re okay trading flair for function, Keystone might be your best-kept secret.

Honeywell Air Conditioners

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When you hear “Honeywell,” you probably think Portable humidifiers or Portable air purifiers — not window units. Honeywell’s air conditioner focus is squarely on portables, and even on their official website, you won’t find window ACs listed as part of their core lineup. Still, a handful of Honeywell-branded window units pop up through third-party retailers — and they stick to the same no-fuss, practical design that defines most Honeywell products. Some of their units are built by OEM partners rather than Honeywell itself. They don’t compete in the high-tech race, but their models deliver comfort in familiar, friendly packaging. So is it just a name play, or does the performance back it up?