Mini-splitENERGY STAR

Bosch Climate 5000 12K

4.3(150 retailer ratings) by Bosch · Model BMS500-AAS012-1CSXRA

Bosch's ultra-quiet Climate 5000 is a dependable mid-range pick backed by a 7-year warranty.

Cooling

12,000 BTU

Covers

600 ft²

Efficiency

22SEER

Noise

20 dB

$1299 est.

typical street price · via Amazon

Check Price

Is 12,000 BTU right for your room? Run the sizing calculator

Strengths & trade-offs

Pros

Silent setting drops to ~20 dBA
Energy Star with 7-yr warranty
Solid German-engineered components

Cons

No WiFi or app control
Line set sold separately on some listings

What the Bosch Climate 5000 12K costs to run

Estimated from this unit's 22SEER rating at 8 hours/day of cooling, using average residential electricity rates for each US climate zone. Your usage and utility rate will shift these numbers — run the calculator for your exact room.

Climate zone	Example regions	Est. cost / month
Cool North	Pacific NW, Upper Midwest, New England	$24 /mo
Mixed / Temperate	Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Mountain	$25 /mo
Hot & Humid	Southeast, Gulf Coast, Texas	$21 /mo
Hot & Dry	Southwest, Desert	$22 /mo

Full specifications

Type	Mini-split air conditioner
Cooling capacity	12,000 BTU
Rated coverage	600 ft²
Efficiency	22 SEER
Noise (low)	20 dB
Smart features	None
ENERGY STAR	Yes
Model number	BMS500-AAS012-1CSXRA
Typical street price	$1299