Window
Midea EasyCool MAW05M1BWT
Cooling
5,000 BTU
Covers
150 ft²
Efficiency
11 CEER
Noise
57 dB
$150 est.
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Frigidaire FFRA051WAE
by Frigidaire · Model FFRA051WAE
America's best-selling budget 5K window unit — cheap, simple, and dependable for small bedrooms.
Cooling
5,000 BTU
Covers
150 ft²
Efficiency
11 CEER
Noise
56 dB
$169 est.
typical street price · via Amazon Is 5,000 BTU right for your room? Run the sizing calculator
Strengths & trade-offs
Pros
- Rock-bottom price
- Light and easy to install
- Simple reliable mechanical dials
Cons
- No remote or timer
- Audible compressor cycling
What the Frigidaire FFRA051WAE costs to run
Estimated from this unit's 11 CEER 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 | $17 /mo |
| Mixed / Temperate | Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Mountain | $19 /mo |
| Hot & Humid | Southeast, Gulf Coast, Texas | $15 /mo |
| Hot & Dry | Southwest, Desert | $16 /mo |
Full specifications
| Type | Window air conditioner |
| Cooling capacity | 5,000 BTU |
| Rated coverage | 150 ft² |
| Efficiency | 11 CEER |
| Noise (low) | 56 dB |
| Smart features | None |
| ENERGY STAR | No |
| Model number | FFRA051WAE |
| Typical street price | $169 |
Specs from manufacturer data; price and ratings are snapshots and may vary. See how we evaluate.
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