Best efficiency
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MRCOOL DIY 4th Gen 12K
Cooling
12,000 BTU
Covers
500 ft²
Efficiency
22 SEER2
Noise
32 dB
$1099 est.
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GREE Livo Gen4 12K
by GREE · Model 4LIV12HP230V1A
GREE's Livo Gen4 pairs OEM-grade hardware with built-in smart control at a sensible price.
Cooling
12,000 BTU
Covers
600 ft²
Efficiency
17.5 SEER2
Noise
27 dB
$1049 est.
typical street price · via Home Depot Is 12,000 BTU right for your room? Run the sizing calculator
Strengths & trade-offs
Pros
- Built-in WiFi with GREE+ app
- Made by the world's largest AC OEM
- G10 inverter holds temps steady
Cons
- Modest 17.5 SEER2 efficiency
- Factory support routes through installers
What the GREE Livo Gen4 12K costs to run
Estimated from this unit's 17.5 SEER2 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 | $30 /mo |
| Mixed / Temperate | Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Mountain | $32 /mo |
| Hot & Humid | Southeast, Gulf Coast, Texas | $26 /mo |
| Hot & Dry | Southwest, Desert | $28 /mo |
Full specifications
| Type | Mini-split air conditioner |
| Cooling capacity | 12,000 BTU |
| Rated coverage | 600 ft² |
| Efficiency | 17.5 SEER2 |
| Noise (low) | 27 dB |
| Smart features | App, Voice, Scheduling |
| ENERGY STAR | No |
| Model number | 4LIV12HP230V1A |
| Typical street price | $1049 |
Specs from manufacturer data; price and ratings are snapshots and may vary. See how we evaluate.
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