Vagkri: 2 DOE certified models
Vagkri has 2 portable AC basic models certified to DOE as of 2026-11-03, rated 8,350 to 10,200 BTU/h SACC. 2 are the same unit as models filed under other brands. How their efficiency compares with their DOE class is below.
Key findings
- Highest certified cooling capacity among its portable ACs: Vagkri AV-AC04 at 10,200 BTU/h SACC.
Source: DOE Compliance Certification Database (portable ACs), data as of 2026-11-03.
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Portable air conditioners
| # | Photo | Model | Labels | SACC, BTU/h | Covers | CEER | Hose | Heat | Brands | Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | VagkriAV- |
| 10,200SACC, up to 450 sq ft | 450 sq ft | 7.9 | Single hose | No | 6 | Check price on Amazon |
| 2 |  | VagkriVA- |
| 8,350SACC, up to 350 sq ft | 350 sq ft | 7.3 | Single hose | No | 7 | Check price on Amazon |
How efficient are Vagkri portable ACs?
Of the 2 Vagkri portable ACs, 1 files a higher CEER than the class median and 1 matches it.
| Class | Vagkri models | Above median | Class median | Best Vagkri |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single hose portable ACs (1,044) | 2 | 1 | CEER 7.3 | AV- |
A higher CEER means more cooling per watt.
Who makes Vagkri portable ACs?
DOE's database has no manufacturer field, so the evidence is whose model number each unit is filed under and which other brands file the same unit.
Vagkri shares 2 units with 6 other brands. Brands it shares with, and how many units each:
| Basic model | Vagkri model | Number belongs to | Brands |
|---|---|---|---|
| TAC- | VA- | No known prefix | 7 |
| TAC- | AV- | No known prefix | 6 |
How much does a Vagkri portable AC cost to run?
While cooling, Vagkri portable ACs draw about 1,144 to 1,291 W (certified SACC divided by CEER). That's 21¢ to 23¢ an hour, or $49.85 to $56.27 for 30 days at 8 hours a day. The lowest is Vagkri VA-AC03 (8,350 BTU/h SACC, CEER 7.3) and the highest Vagkri AV-AC04 (10,200 BTU/h SACC, CEER 7.9).
At 18.16¢ per kWh, the US average residential price for August 2026 (EIA Electric Power Monthly, table 5.6.A). Worked out from the certified figures.
How does Vagkri AV-AC04 compare with other brands?
Picked by rule from models with a matched listing, DOE data as of 2026-11-03.
- Within 1,000 BTU/h of its size, highest CEER: Danby DPA100B9IWDB-6, 10,000 BTU/h SACC. Up to 450 sq ft, dual hose, CEER 14.7: about 46% less power for the same cooling.
- Nearest size in its class with a higher CEER: AKIRES AK-OL-A018ED10N3B1/S, 10,300 BTU/h SACC. Up to 450 sq ft, single hose, CEER 8.1.
- Nearest bigger unit: Keystone KSTAP121HINV, 12,000 BTU/h SACC. Up to 550 sq ft, dual hose, heats, CEER 14.2.
Questions about Vagkri
- Is Vagkri a good portable AC brand?
- How its 2 portable ACs compare on efficiency with their DOE class is above. 2 of them are the same unit as another brand's model. We don't test reliability, noise or build quality, so we can't rank brands on those. How we compare models.
- How big a room will a Vagkri portable AC cool?
- Its models certify 8,350 to 10,200 BTU/h SACC, which ENERGY STAR's sizing chart puts at 350 to 450 sq ft. Every one was tested single hose. SACC and the BTU figure on the box.
- Which Vagkri portable AC is the most efficient for its size?
- Vagkri AV-AC04, at CEER 7.9: higher than 738 of the 1,044 single hose portable ACs certified to DOE. At the other end is Vagkri VA-AC03, at CEER 7.3, higher than 392 of the 1,044 in its class.
- Is Vagkri the same as Comfort Zone?
- For 2 units, yes: both file them under the same DOE basic model (TAC-08CHPD/DM1(LC) and TAC-10CHPD/DM1(LC)). Compare the 7 brands of TAC-08CHPD/DM1(LC). Compare the 6 brands of TAC-10CHPD/DM1(LC).