Make sure, whichever way you go, that the filters and coils are easy to clean. I moved the compressor into my shop and the humidity level has dropped greatly. Good insulation is important for keeping your shop cool, too. We have a 3700' shop, masonry, with 10' ceilings. It is hot and humid here in Virginia.
Heat pumps keep it cool and the cost of electricity is very reasonable.
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