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expiredjsmitty5000 posted May 16, 2022 11:35 AM

Costco Members: Midea 12,000 BTU Cooling Inverter Window Air Conditioner

$280

$340

17% off
+ Free Shippingat Costco Wholesale
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Costco Wholesale has for its Members: Midea 12,000 BTU Cooling Inverter Window Air Conditioner (MAW12HV1CWT) for $279.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members jsmitty5000 and jimmytx [Discuss] for finding this deal.
  • Note, you must be an active Costco member signed into your account view sale pricing and purchase.
Product Features:
  • Powerful Cooling, Heating, Dehumidification, and Fan Mode
  • Energy Saving Inverter Technology
  • Control with Smartphone or Voice Assistant
  • 45 dBA Ultra-Quiet Operation
  • Long Distance Airflow up to 20 Feet

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This price is $60 lower (17% savings) than the list price of $339.99
    • This price this $60 lower than this previous Frontpage deal.
    • Price valid until 5/23 or while supplies last
    • Limit 2
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.4 from over Costco customer reviews.
  • About this store:
    • Details of Costco's return policy here.
  • Please read the Forum Thread for more deal discussion.

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Written by jsmitty5000
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Deal Details
Community Notes
About the Poster
Costco Wholesale has for its Members: Midea 12,000 BTU Cooling Inverter Window Air Conditioner (MAW12HV1CWT) for $279.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members jsmitty5000 and jimmytx [Discuss] for finding this deal.
  • Note, you must be an active Costco member signed into your account view sale pricing and purchase.
Product Features:
  • Powerful Cooling, Heating, Dehumidification, and Fan Mode
  • Energy Saving Inverter Technology
  • Control with Smartphone or Voice Assistant
  • 45 dBA Ultra-Quiet Operation
  • Long Distance Airflow up to 20 Feet

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This price is $60 lower (17% savings) than the list price of $339.99
    • This price this $60 lower than this previous Frontpage deal.
    • Price valid until 5/23 or while supplies last
    • Limit 2
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.4 from over Costco customer reviews.
  • About this store:
    • Details of Costco's return policy here.
  • Please read the Forum Thread for more deal discussion.

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Dennis28
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Beware, midea window a/c units dont have any filters to block bugs from coming in. They go right into the vent slats and crawl through the inside of the unit and exit where the A/C blows. Last summer i was killing about 10-20 stink bugs PER DAY, PER ROOM for every midea ac unit i have. Trust me find a better brand.
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keifernny
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I bought a Midea U-shaped window unit at Costco last summer and love it. Quietest window unit I've ever had. I don't think I'd ever go back to a traditional one by choice.
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madmax718
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I have both this (heating and cooling) and the u shape. The u shape has some high pitched noise which everywhere online says is normal. This one does not. I bought the u shaped 8k unit for that home Depot price in like Dec for like 279...the u shape does come with a nice (if not heavily oversized ) bracket. There is literally an additional 6-8" sticking out. The u shaped is less shielded from the elements it seems... If a regular ac is wearing a one piece, the 12k heat/cool is wearing a bikini. The u shaped is wearing a thong and stickies.
Some nice things: the u shaped is much more energy efficient as far as amount of insulation and exposure to elements. This unit has double layer of accordian walls. A nice touch. The app is ok, this unit requires you to use the remote to pair. The u shaped has a button.
I can't get either to show me humidity. In fact I'm not sure when it is supposed to cut out as the setting is only for temp.
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May 16, 2022 5:51 PM
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jb97May 16, 2022 5:51 PM
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Will they price adjust even though it's a manufacturer's rebate/savings?

If not I will buy another and return one.
May 16, 2022 5:56 PM
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bostondealseekrMay 16, 2022 5:56 PM
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I have the u shaped 12000 BTU unit. Installation was a bear but I love it.

Has anyone noticed that the fan speed ramps up occasionally, even though you've adjusted fan speed to it's lowest setting?
May 16, 2022 5:56 PM
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TrukyattoMay 16, 2022 5:56 PM
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I purchased the LG Dual Inverter 9,500 BTU unit. I am curious how this one compared to that. The saddle-shaped units seem appealing, but I have heard they're harder to install.
May 16, 2022 6:00 PM
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TrukyattoMay 16, 2022 6:00 PM
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Does anyone have any advice for finding an installation service or paying someone to install this (or assist in installation) of a window AC?

Due to various circumstances, I don't have any friends or family around who is willing to help me install a window unit, and I have heard it is a 2-person job. I'm not particularly handy, either, unfortunately.

I have a double hung sash window. I saw that Walmart offered installation for $95 if you purchased a window AC through them. They seem to subcontract with Angie's list.

I would appreciate any information that anyone can provide. Thanks.
May 16, 2022 6:03 PM
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fiveohmxcoMay 16, 2022 6:03 PM
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Quote from ji_mestone :
Has anyone heard of using this with central air? I have big south-facing windows in our kitchen/living room area, so during the summer, the lowest it ever gets is 75, and it's running nonstop to keep it there, even with keeping our shutters closed. I want it at 72 and am desperate at this point. I've had a HVAC tech look at our system and they've said it's working normally, so I don't know what else to do.
I just bought this to put in our 'sunroom' (like an extra den/living room). I'm using it with the intentions you have in order to help along our central AC - the sunroom connects to the living room via double doors so hoping it takes some strain off the main AC. I don't see why it wouldn't, especially if you can direct cold air from window unit to the thermostat on the wall
May 16, 2022 6:03 PM
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pixelvizMay 16, 2022 6:03 PM
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Quote from SlickDit :
... but the drainage issues on the Soleus saddle units does seem to be a legitimate concern.
Yes, both my Soleus saddle units died within two years. Still angry about that. Mad
May 16, 2022 6:18 PM
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lazerpenguinMay 16, 2022 6:18 PM
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Anyone know the recommended circuit breaker for this?

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May 16, 2022 6:30 PM
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Stiz99May 16, 2022 6:30 PM
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Quote from hajalie24 :
Does anyone have tips or suggestions on installing this in a window that slides side by side?
i have windows that slide side by side and my openings not big enough.

just in case if your window is big enough, you will have to get a piece of wood or metal and put it across the AC unit. and get AC seal materials to seal the space above. it's a lot of work.

I ended up getting one of those that sits inside the house. it's a lot louder...
May 16, 2022 6:31 PM
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UN0335May 16, 2022 6:31 PM
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Quote from nixonpjoshua :
I contacted support to clarify the heating function on this model is via resistive heating, NOT via a heat pump unfortunately
Sounds like you got a clueless CSR, not unusual in this day and age. Although common sense should tell you that the heating parameters indicate use of a heat pump. Resistive heating would not have temperature limitations, nor would the unit comply with Energy Star certification.

From the manual:

Heat mode does not start or the machine displays 'LO':

Wait for the outdoor temperature to rise above the minimum heat
pump operating temperature.
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May 16, 2022 6:40 PM
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abovethelawMay 16, 2022 6:40 PM
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Quote from ji_mestone :
Has anyone heard of using this with central air? I have big south-facing windows in our kitchen/living room area, so during the summer, the lowest it ever gets is 75, and it's running nonstop to keep it there, even with keeping our shutters closed. I want it at 72 and am desperate at this point. I've had a HVAC tech look at our system and they've said it's working normally, so I don't know what else to do.
Static cling sun filtering film on your windows.
May 16, 2022 6:54 PM
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cantcurecancerMay 16, 2022 6:54 PM
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Even though this is an awesome price, I would spend the money on the U shaped version. It's better in every way, except if you want heat (I'm sure they are going to implement this in v2). It's quieter, more efficient, allows the use of the window, and most importantly: SAFER. The U shaped version will never fall out.
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May 16, 2022 6:58 PM
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antfreebeeMay 16, 2022 6:58 PM
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how's the noise and cooling on this one on a scale of 1-10? 10 being quietest and coldest.
May 16, 2022 6:59 PM
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jazyjeMay 16, 2022 6:59 PM
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Quote from cantcurecancer :
Even though this is an awesome price, I would spend the money on the U shaped version. It's better in every way, except if you want heat (I'm sure they are going to implement this in v2). It's quieter, more efficient, allows the use of the window, and most importantly: SAFER. The U shaped version will never fall out.
LInk to U Version?
May 16, 2022 7:29 PM
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champuradoMay 16, 2022 7:29 PM
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Does it come with a bracket already in the box like the u shaped one?

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May 16, 2022 7:36 PM
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jim99May 16, 2022 7:36 PM
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Quote from linshaodong :
This is not u shaped , not good
Quote from linshaodong :
This is not u shaped , not good
I have both and the U shape requires drilling and assembling the frame. Not a fan of this MacGyiver setup.

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