Portable
Whynter ARC-1230WN
Cooling
14,000 BTU
Covers
600 ft²
Efficiency
12.3 CEER
Noise
58 dB
$629 est.
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Midea Duo MAP14S1TBL
by Midea · Model MAP14S1TBL
Inverter dual-hose Duo cools 550 sq ft fast, sips power, and runs whisper-quiet — the critics' top pick.
Cooling
14,000 BTU
Covers
550 ft²
Efficiency
9.2 CEER
Noise
42 dB
$450 est.
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Strengths & trade-offs
Pros
- Quietest-in-class at 42 dB
- Class-leading CEER 9.2 efficiency
- Hose-in-hose dual-duct design
Cons
- Window kit install is fiddly
- Heavy to move between rooms
What the Midea Duo MAP14S1TBL costs to run
Estimated from this unit's 9.2 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 | $58 /mo |
| Mixed / Temperate | Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Mountain | $62 /mo |
| Hot & Humid | Southeast, Gulf Coast, Texas | $51 /mo |
| Hot & Dry | Southwest, Desert | $55 /mo |
Full specifications
| Type | Portable air conditioner |
| Cooling capacity | 14,000 BTU |
| Rated coverage | 550 ft² |
| Efficiency | 9.2 CEER |
| Noise (low) | 42 dB |
| Smart features | App, Voice, Scheduling |
| ENERGY STAR | No |
| Model number | MAP14S1TBL |
| Typical street price | $450 |
Specs from manufacturer data; price and ratings are snapshots and may vary. See how we evaluate.
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