Has anyone tried this type of portable AC?

[AprilRobin]

This is the type of portable AC that uses a water tank with ice water / ice cubes. It runs for 8 to 12 hours, which would be ideal for the hotter times of day in the bird room. Of course I don't want to use the colored lights. I am interested in this one because reviews say that it's enough to make a difference in an office or smaller bedroom. Our bird room is not tiny, but is not huge. I am concerned that an in-window unit would blast too much cool air.

Unfortunately, this is also a humidifier, but I could try turning the spray setting to lowest.
EDIT: Based on one review, I get the impression that you can turn the mist/spray off.

 

[Vampiric_Conure]

OOooooooh! Looks interesting !

 

[bug_n_flock]

That's basically a swamp cooler, they work by evaporative cooling. The water part of the thing is where the cooling actually comes from, so I doubt it would still cool the air with the spray off, and might just be a $70 fan with it turned off. Also if your air is humid to start with it won't work well, and it will definitely add to the humidity. I considered one of those but I think where I'm at is just too humid so I decided on a window unit. What do the temps get up to in your bird room?

 

[rheashard2]

As above. They can monotonous to keep clean and mold free.

 

[AprilRobin]

That's basically a swamp cooler, they work by evaporative cooling. The water part of the thing is where the cooling actually comes from, so I doubt it would still cool the air with the spray off, and might just be a $70 fan with it turned off. Also if your air is humid to start with it won't work well, and it will definitely add to the humidity. I considered one of those but I think where I'm at is just too humid so I decided on a window unit. What do the temps get up to in your bird room?

The nearby hallway thermostat will say 76 - 82 degrees F, but the bird room always feels slightly warmer. This is nice during the colder months, of course. It's partially because the bird room still has carpet and has a lower ceiling (same with my husband's craft room) compared to other areas of the house.

Thank you for your advice. We are looking for other options instead.

 

[bug_n_flock]

Are you sure they need any cooling? Or is this for your comfort while in spending time with them?

 

[DonnaBudgie]

That's basically a swamp cooler, they work by evaporative cooling. The water part of the thing is where the cooling actually comes from, so I doubt it would still cool the air with the spray off, and might just be a $70 fan with it turned off. Also if your air is humid to start with it won't work well, and it will definitely add to the humidity. I considered one of those but I think where I'm at is just too humid so I decided on a window unit. What do the temps get up to in your bird room?

That's exactly what I thought. Swamp coolers used to be popular years ago but not so much anymore. If I was desperate and didn't have an AC unit I would try one because I can't stand the heat.

 

[AprilRobin]

Are you sure they need any cooling? Or is this for your comfort while in spending time with them?

I was concerned about some of the Budgies. In the late afternoon and evening, they sometimes lift their wings up a bit and open their beaks, although they don't pant heavily / rapidly. They still act normal most of the time but I want to make sure they are okay.

Sprite (Sun Conure), Kona, and Pepper (Cockatiels) don't seem bothered.

 

[DonnaBudgie]

That posture (lifting wings and open beak) could be overheating. A fan would help. Helps me when I get hot.

 

[AprilRobin]

We just went to a store and bought a new oscillating fan, to replace the smaller floor fan that was in the bird room (inside a spare cage). It's better so far!