Prices, ratings and stock were checked on Amazon on October 21, 2026. Specs from the older page are marked as such and were not retested.
Good news: the Black+Decker BPACT08WT is still on the shelf. Here is what the old page said, what the two BTU numbers mean and two other small portables to compare.
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The BPACT08WT Is Still Here
The old page reviewed the Black+Decker BPACT08WT portable air conditioner. A check on Amazon on October 21, 2026 found it in stock at $279.99, with over 16,000 ratings. The listing now calls it a 9,000 BTU unit on the ASHRAE test, which is a bump from the 8,000 BTU number in the old page.
Two BTU Numbers, One Honest One
The old page printed both the ASHRAE number (8,000) and the DOE number (4,000). That second number is the one to size the room by. The current listing shows 9,000 ASHRAE and 5,300 SACC, so real cooling is closer to 5,300 than 9,000. For a shaded bedroom of 200 to 250 square feet, that is about right. Try the BTU calculator for your room.
Weight, Casters and Reality
The old page said the unit is easy to move. At over 50 pounds, it rolls easily on a flat floor and is a pain on stairs. A portable that lives in one room all summer is a better fit than one you drag across the house. Empty the tank first, if it has one, before any move.
Here is where small portables are going: smarter on paper, heavier in practice. Brands add Wi-Fi, Follow Me remotes and dehumidifier modes, and the box gets bigger. The BPACT08WT stays popular because it keeps things simple. Simple is going out of style.
3 Small Portable ACs to Compare
Rechecked on Amazon on October 21, 2026. Prices, ratings and buttons are below.
Price on Amazon: $279.99 | 4.0 stars from 16,340 ratings (checked October 21, 2026)
The Black+Decker BPACT08WT is still on Amazon. The listing shows 9,000 BTU ASHRAE, 5,300 BTU SACC and coverage up to 400 square feet. It costs $279.99, with a 4.0 rating from over 16,000 ratings. The old page listed it as 8,000 BTU, so the listing has moved on.
Price on Amazon: $319.90 | 4.1 stars from 18,335 ratings (checked October 21, 2026)
The SereneLife 8,000 BTU has a dual motor, a dehumidifier mode, three fan speeds, a remote and a window kit. It costs $319.90, with a 4.1 rating from over 18,000 ratings. The listing shows a temperature range of 64 to 90 degrees.
Price on Amazon: $279.99 | 4.1 stars from 1,173 ratings (checked October 21, 2026)
The Honeywell MO08CESWK6 is a compact 8,000 BTU portable. It costs $279.99, with a 4.1 rating from over 1,100 ratings. Our Honeywell MO08CESWK review has the details.
The downside is moving the thing. The old page says the unit weighs more than 50 pounds. Add a full water tank on a humid day and it gets worse. Expect more owners who buy a portable for flexibility, then park it by one window all summer. Also expect hose and window-kit fit problems, since every brand uses a slightly different kit.
Installation: Short, Straight, Sealed
The old page flagged installation as complex for some. A portable AC needs a window kit and a hose out the window. Keep the hose short and straight, seal the window panel with weatherstripping and check that the kit fits your window type. Most complaints come down to a leaky kit.
What the Timer and Fan Actually Do
A 24-hour timer lets you cool the room before you get home and shut off overnight. A three-speed fan lets you drop the noise at night. Together, they save more power than any marketing word on the box.
Running Cost
A 9,000 BTU portable draws roughly 800 to 1,000 watts. At 15 cents a kilowatt hour, that is about 12 to 15 cents an hour, or about $30 for a month of eight-hour days. See the best portable air conditioners guide for larger rooms.
The Pick
Want the old favorite? The BPACT08WT. Want the biggest pile of reviews? The SereneLife. Want compact? The Honeywell. See also small portable air conditioners and the SereneLife 10,000 BTU review.
FAQ
Is the Black+Decker BPACT08WT still sold?
Yes. Amazon lists it at $279.99 as of October 21, 2026.
How many square feet does the BPACT08WT cool?
The old page said 100 to 250. The current listing says up to 400.
How heavy is the BPACT08WT?
The old page said more than 50 pounds.
What are the two BTU numbers?
ASHRAE is the old, generous number. DOE and SACC are stricter and closer to real cooling.
Final Word
The BPACT08WT is still a solid small-room pick. Size by the DOE number, and park it by one window.
What comes next: lighter inverter models, quieter compressors and a shift toward dual-hose designs. Until then, buy the smallest unit that fits the room and plan one spot for it.
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