Coolzy Review: the Coolzy-Pro Portable Air Conditioner at $389, the Coolzy-Go at $349, 3300 to 4500 BTU/hr on a 120 V Outlet With No Exhaust Hose
Two compressor units on the same 37 lb casing: the Pro with a remote, three speeds and a timer, the Go with one setting.
Photos of people are illustrations.
Product photographs on this page are the manufacturer's own, published by Coolzy on coolzy.com, read October 15, 2026.
Coolzy portable air conditioners, from$349Coolzy-GoCoolzy-Pro $389; Long Tail $75, Igloo Tent $99, Spares Kit $40coolzy.com US store, October 15, 2026
Both units: 3300 - 4500 BTU/hr, 120 V, 37 lb, 11 x 15 x 22 in, R134a, 2-year warranty in the USA.Both units plug into a standard 120 V, 60 Hz outlet with a NEMA 5-15P plug.
- 3300 - 4500 BTU/hr (800 W - 1100 W) cooling capacity on both units, from each user manual
- 37 lb (17 kg), 11 x 15 x 22 in, four wheels, carry handles, a 12-foot cord in its own drawer
- No water, no exhaust hoses, no window kits, no consumables; the refrigerant circuit is permanently welded
- 2-year warranty for the original purchaser, valid within the USA; shipping to mainland USA from Salt Lake City, Utah
- Good Design Award 2024winner, Product, Domestic Appliances
- Close Comfort Pty LtdABN 81 128 172 083, since October 25, 2007
- U.S. patents 9,732,970 and 10,584,887the Coolzy bed-enclosure system
- Salt Lake City, UtahUS warehouse; (435) 432-4959
Where the prices, specifications and photos come from
- Prices: the product pages at the coolzy.com US store on October 15, 2026 for the Coolzy-Pro Portable Air Conditioner, the Coolzy-Go Portable Air Conditioner, the Long Tail, the Igloo Tent and the Spares Kit, with the store's product feed read the same day. Every price is the current price shown that day.
- Specifications: the SPECIFICATIONS section of the Coolzy-Pro (PC9L) and Coolzy-Go (PC9B) user manuals, US edition ENUS2022 Rev 1.1, downloaded from the product-manuals page at coolzy.com the same day; the controls and parts from the same manuals and the product pages.
- Warranty and shipping: the terms and conditions at coolzy.com, last updated July 20, 2026, read the same day; the warehouse and the phone number from the store's FAQ and footer.
- Company: the ABN Lookup record for Close Comfort Pty Ltd, ABN 81 128 172 083, read the same day; the Singapore distributor from the cover of each manual and the OpenCorporates record for UEN 201527973E; the founder and the dates from the Our Story page at coolzy.com.
- Award: the Good Design Australia project page for the Coolzy Portable Air Conditioner, 2024, read the same day. Patents: U.S. 9,732,970 B2 and 10,584,887 B2 at Google Patents the same day.
- Photos: the seller's own product photographs, published by Coolzy on coolzy.com, converted for size only.
Who you are buying from
CoolzyCoolzy is the brand of Close Comfort Pty Ltd of Nedlands, Western Australia (ABN 81 128 172 083, registered since October 25, 2007). In the USA, Coolzy units are distributed by Close Comfort International Pte Ltd of Singapore (UEN 201527973E) from a warehouse in Salt Lake City, Utah. Phone (435) 432-4959, email US.CS@coolzy.com.
- Registered
- October 25, 2007, active
- Award
- Good Design Award 2024
- Patents
- US 9,732,970 and 10,584,887
The Coolzy story, in dates
- 2007: Professor James Trevelyan invents the prototype and founds Close Comfort Pty Ltd (ABN 81 128 172 083, ACN 128 172 083, active since October 25, 2007).
- 2016: the first units are sold under the Close Comfort name.
- 2021: the range takes the Coolzy name.
- 2024: the Coolzy Portable Air Conditioner wins the Good Design Award (Product, Domestic Appliances), designed in Australia.
- U.S. patents 9,732,970 (granted August 15, 2017) and 10,584,887 (granted March 10, 2020), assigned to Close Comfort Pty Ltd, cover the Coolzy bed-enclosure system: a Coolzy unit used with a bed tent.
The numbers from the user manual
3300 - 4500BTU/hr cooling capacity800 W - 1100 W, on both units.
425 WRated power inputAt 104 °F and 35% RH; typical 340 W (Pro) or 320 W (Go) at 91 °F and 80% RH.
37 lb17 kg, four wheels11 x 15 x 22 in; a 12-foot cord in its own drawer.
The two units, prices read October 15, 2026
Same casing, same capacity, same plug; the Pro adds the remote and the controls.
Coolzy-Pro Portable Air Conditioner$389SKU PC9L-US-22-1, with the Focus Enhancer nozzlecoolzy.com, Oct 15, 2026
Coolzy-Pro
- Infrared remote with temperature and fan speed; three speeds plus auto; timer; cooling or fan mode
- Adjustable nozzle (Focus Enhancer) and a transparent deflector flap; cool air flow 50 - 65 ft3/min
- Typical power input 340 W at 91 °F and 80% RH; 46 - 54 dBA; 4 caster wheels
Coolzy-Go Portable Air Conditioner$349SKU PC9B-US-22-1, one settingcoolzy.com, Oct 15, 2026
Coolzy-Go
- One setting: open the deflector, plug it in, switch on; no remote, no speed or temperature adjustment
- Cool air flow 57 ft3/min; removable condensate tray; 12-foot cord in its own drawer
- Typical power input 320 W at 91 °F and 80% RH; 52 dBA; 4 swivel wheels
The full specifications table, from the Coolzy-Pro and Coolzy-Go user manuals (US edition ENUS2022 Rev 1.1)
| Item | Coolzy-Pro (PC9L) | Coolzy-Go (PC9B) |
|---|---|---|
| Power source | 120 V AC, 60 Hz | 120 V AC, 60 Hz |
| Minimum operating voltage | 90 V | 90 V |
| Rated power input | 425 W (40 °C, 104 °F, 35% RH) | 425 W (40 °C, 104 °F, 35% RH) |
| Typical power input | 340 W (33 °C, 91 °F, 80% RH) | 320 W (33 °C, 91 °F, 80% RH) |
| Compressor type | Reciprocating | Reciprocating |
| Cooling capacity | 3300 - 4500 BTU/hr (800 W - 1100 W) | 3300 - 4500 BTU/hr (800 W - 1100 W) |
| Cool air flow rate | 50 - 65 ft3/min, 80 - 115 m3/hr, variable | 57 ft3/min, 105 m3/hr |
| Refrigerant | R134a, 0.47 lb (215 g) | R134a, 0.47 lb (215 g) |
| Power cord, storage drawer | 12 feet (4 m), 5 pints (2.5 litres) | 12 feet (4 m), 5 pints (2.5 litres) |
| Operating environment (indoors) | 68 °F - 104 °F (20 °C - 40 °C) | 68 °F - 104 °F (20 °C - 40 °C) |
| Width x depth x height | 11 x 15 x 22 in (273 x 385 x 550 mm); packed 12 x 16 x 24 in | 11 x 15 x 22 in (273 x 385 x 550 mm); packed 12 x 16 x 24 in |
| Weight | 37 lb (17 kg); packed 43 lb | 37 lb (17 kg); packed 43 lb |
| Noise | 46 - 54 dBA | 52 dBA |
| Wheels | 4 caster wheels | 4 swivel wheels |
| Remote control | Infrared: temperature, fan speed | None |
| Plumbing, pipes, consumables | None | None |
| Filter cleaning | Check every 2 weeks | Check every 2 weeks |
| Fuse | Type 5H or 524, 250 V, 3.15 A | Type 5H or 524, 250 V, 3.15 A |
- Cooling capacity, the manual's note: cooling power ranges up to 4500 BTU/hr, 1100 Watts, with automatic evaporation of condensed water, depending on local temperature and humidity. Electricity consumption varies depending on temperature and humidity.
- Noise, the manual's note: apparent noise level in bedroom, depends on fan speed and furnishings.
- Parts named in the manual: cool air deflector, adjustable nozzle (Pro), return air inlet filter, return air inlet, warm air deflector, warm air outlet, LED display panel, room air inlet filter, room air inlet, stopper, cable drawer. Plug: NEMA 5-15P (120 V, 15 A). Height with the deflectors up: 29 in.
- Remote keys on the Pro: FUNC (cooling or fan), TIMER, temperature arrows, AUTO, HI, MED, LO, POWER. The timer turns the unit off after the set time; AUTO changes the fan speed automatically.
How the Pro and the Go differ
The Coolzy-Go came first, for people who want to plug it in and go. The Coolzy-Pro came next, for people who want control.
Pro versus Go, feature by feature
- Both use the same outer casing, so the form factors are identical: 37 lb, 11 x 15 x 22 in, four wheels, 3300 - 4500 BTU/hr, 120 V.
- Only the Pro has the infrared remote, three fan speeds plus auto, the temperature setting, the timer, the cooling or fan switch and the adjustable nozzle (Focus Enhancer).
- Noise: 46 - 54 dBA on the Pro, 52 dBA on the Go; the manual's apparent noise level in bedroom, which depends on fan speed and furnishings.
- For a bedroom or an office, Coolzy points buyers to the Coolzy-Pro.
Pro or Go?
Coolzy-Pro $389 with the remote and the controls; Coolzy-Go $349 with one setting.
Both 3300 - 4500 BTU/hr on a 120 V outlet, 37 lb, 2-year warranty in the USA.
Shop CoolzyLong Tail, Igloo Tent, Spares Kit: the accessories that matter
Three add-ons on the US store, each with its own product page.
Coolzy Long Tail$75SKU TAIL-L-22-3; coolzy.com, Oct 15, 2026
Long Tail
- Directs the warm exhaust air out of a window through a 5-inch hose; the unit can stand up to 1.2 metres from the window
- For a small room or a camper van
Igloo Tent$99SKU CT1-22; coolzy.com, Oct 15, 2026
Igloo Tent
- Self-erecting pop-up bed tent with translucent panels; quick to set up and pack away
- Fits double to king size beds and two adults; suits the Pro and the Go, sold separately
Coolzy Spares Kit$40SKU Spares; coolzy.com, Oct 15, 2026
Spares Kit
- Remote Control, Front Filter, Rear Filter and Top foam filter
Long Tail and Igloo Tent, the details
- Long Tail: a nozzle with a flexible pipe that points the warm air in any direction, a 5-inch hose about 47 inches fully extended, a sliding window panel in three 4 x 19 in sections (about 51 in in total) and an oval connector; a user guide on the product-manuals page.
- Igloo Tent: large entry panels and a spacious interior, 140 cm high, a detachable machine-washable bottom panel; set-up and folding videos in the Coolzy FAQ; the Coolzy unit is not included with the tent.
Warranty, shipping and paying
- 2-year warrantyFor the original purchaser, against defects in design, materials and workmanship, valid within the USA; registration form on coolzy.com.
- Shipping in mainland USAFrom the Salt Lake City, Utah warehouse; the cost of shipping each air conditioner or tent to major metro areas is included with the retail price; tracking link by email; insured until delivery.
- Manuals and partsA user guide per model, filter-cleaning videos, and the Spares Kit with the remote and the three filters.
- Checkout on coolzy.comIn US dollars at the coolzy.com US store.
Care, filters and power
Check the return air inlet filter every two weeks; when dust shows, rinse all three filters under running water.
The refrigerant circuit is permanently welded, with no gas to recharge; the condensate drawer holds 5 pints (2.5 litres).
Placement and power sources, from the manual and the off-grid page at coolzy.com
- Always keep Coolzy upright; the ideal range of distance is 5 - 10 feet (1.5 - 3 metres) from where you sit.
- Works with batteries, solar with a suitable inverter (not supplied), and small generators; the Coolzy-Pro runs on a pure sine-wave or a modified sine-wave inverter.
- Generator: a rated peak load of 1.8 kW or higher and a constant load of 400 W or higher. Inverter: a peak (starting) load rating of at least 1800 W (2100 W recommended) and a steady load rating of at least 350 W.
- Supply voltage: a minimum of 90 V AC and a maximum of 125 V AC; the plug is a NEMA 5-15P (120 V, 15 A).
- Pro: remove the adjustable nozzle to reach the foam filter beneath it, and replace the nozzle after cleaning. Go: remove the cool air outlet grille to reach the foam filter. In dusty locations, an air conditioning technician can clean the inside before the summer season.
- R134a: maintenance is not necessary; no plumbing, pipes or consumables.
Who buys a Coolzy
Buyers in mainland USA with a 120 V outlet and a spot 5 to 10 feet from where they sit:
- A home office in summer: the Pro, with the remote and the timer
- A garage or a workshop: the Go, one setting, four swivel wheels
- A boat or an RV: 37 lb, run from an inverter or a small generator
- Camping under cover: usable outside in sheltered places, no water, no pipes
- A rented room: no window kit, no exhaust hose, no installation
Who reads this bench
The people in these photos are illustrations, not customers.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Coolzy-Pro cost?
Coolzy-Pro $389 and Coolzy-Go $349 at the coolzy.com US store, read October 15, 2026.
- The Coolzy-Pro Portable Air Conditioner is SKU PC9L-US-22-1; the Coolzy-Go Portable Air Conditioner is SKU PC9B-US-22-1.
- Long Tail $75, Igloo Tent $99 and Spares Kit $40, read the same day.
Does a Coolzy need a hose or a window kit?
No. It operates with no water, exhaust hoses or window kits, and there is no installation.
- For a small room or a camper van, the Coolzy Long Tail ($75) directs the warm exhaust air out of a window through a hose; the unit can stand up to 1.2 metres from the window.
How many watts does a Coolzy use?
Rated power input is 425 W at 104 °F and 35% RH for both units, from the user manual of each.
- Typical power input: 340 W for the Coolzy-Pro and 320 W for the Coolzy-Go, at 91 °F and 80% RH.
- Electricity consumption varies depending on temperature and humidity.
What is the cooling capacity in BTU?
3300 - 4500 BTU/hr (800 W - 1100 W) on both the Coolzy-Pro and the Coolzy-Go.
- Source: the SPECIFICATIONS section of each user manual, US edition ENUS2022 Rev 1.1.
- The manual's note: cooling power ranges up to 4500 BTU/hr, 1100 Watts, with automatic evaporation of condensed water, depending on local temperature and humidity.
How loud is a Coolzy?
Coolzy-Pro: 46 - 54 dBA. Coolzy-Go: 52 dBA.
- The manual's note: apparent noise level in bedroom, depends on fan speed and furnishings.
What is the difference between the Coolzy-Pro and the Coolzy-Go?
Same casing, same 3300 - 4500 BTU/hr capacity, same 120 V plug; the Pro adds the controls.
- Coolzy-Pro: infrared remote control, three fan speeds plus auto, temperature setting, timer, cooling or fan mode, adjustable nozzle (Focus Enhancer), 4 caster wheels.
- Coolzy-Go: one setting, with no remote and no speed or temperature adjustment, 4 swivel wheels.
- For a bedroom or an office, Coolzy points buyers to the Coolzy-Pro.
Is the Coolzy an evaporative cooler?
No. A Coolzy is a compressor air conditioner: compressed refrigerant gas, no water.
- Refrigerant R134a, 0.47 lb (215 g); the unit requires no water to operate.
- The refrigerant circuit is permanently welded, so there is no need to recharge the gas.
How do I clean the filters, and how often?
Check the return air inlet filter at least once every two weeks.
- Once there is a noticeable amount of dust, rinse all three filters under running water.
- Coolzy-Pro: remove the adjustable nozzle to reach the foam filter beneath it, and replace the nozzle after cleaning.
- Coolzy-Go: remove the cool air outlet grille to reach the foam filter.
What is the Coolzy warranty?
2 years from the date of original purchase, for the original purchaser, valid within the USA.
- It covers defects in design, materials and workmanship.
- Coolzy arranges a replacement product or repairs at a mutually convenient location; the warranty registration form is on coolzy.com.
Can I run a Coolzy from a generator, a battery or solar?
Yes: it works with batteries or solar through a suitable inverter (not supplied), and with small generators.
- Generator: a rated peak load of 1.8 kW or higher and a constant load of 400 W or higher.
- Inverter: a peak (starting) load rating of at least 1800 W (2100 W recommended) and a steady load rating of at least 350 W; the Coolzy-Pro runs on a pure sine-wave or a modified sine-wave inverter.
- Supply voltage: a minimum of 90 V AC and a maximum of 125 V AC.
Where do Coolzy orders ship from, and where to?
From the Coolzy warehouse in Salt Lake City, Utah, to mainland USA.
- The cost of shipping each air conditioner or tent to major metro areas is included with the retail price.
- Each shipment gets a consignment number and a tracking link by email and is insured for loss and damage until delivery.
Who is behind Coolzy?
Close Comfort Pty Ltd of Nedlands, Western Australia (ABN 81 128 172 083).
- Registered since October 25, 2007 and founded by Professor James Trevelyan; the first units were sold in 2016 under the Close Comfort name, and the range has carried the Coolzy name since 2021.
- In the USA, Coolzy units are distributed by Close Comfort International Pte Ltd of Singapore, UEN 201527973E.
- The Coolzy Portable Air Conditioner is a 2024 Good Design Award winner (Product, Domestic Appliances), designed in Australia; the Coolzy bed-enclosure system is covered by U.S. patents 9,732,970 and 10,584,887.
Bottom line: the Coolzy-Pro is $389 and the Coolzy-Go $349 at coolzy.com, 3300 - 4500 BTU/hr, 2-year warranty in the USA.
Shop Coolzy at coolzy.com
Coolzy-Pro $389, Coolzy-Go $349, Long Tail $75, Igloo Tent $99, Spares Kit $40.
2-year warranty in the USA; shipping to mainland USA from Salt Lake City, Utah.
Shop CoolzyPrices, specifications, warranty, shipping and photos read October 15, 2026 at the coolzy.com US store and in its user manuals.
Company records, the award and the patents read the same day at ABN Lookup, OpenCorporates, Good Design Australia and Google Patents.