Typical price · as of July 2026
$150-$220
Key spec
1,300 CFM, cools up to 500 sq ft, 2-speed high-velocity fan, ~53 dB, continuous water hookup + tank, rugged wheeled housing for…
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Hessaire MC18M Portable Evaporative Swamp Cooler (1,300 CFM)
By the BlackBox gear desk · Updated July 2026
A rugged 1,300 CFM evaporative cooler built for garages, patios, and workshops - it cools up to 500 sq ft of open space that a regular AC can't handle.
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Hessaire MC18M Portable Evaporative Swamp Cooler (1,300 CFM) · $150-$220