Costco Wholesale (
link added as a reference) has
Midea U 12,000 BTU Smart Inverter Window Air Conditioner w/ MShield (MAW12AV1QWT-C) on sale for
$279.99 valid for
in-warehouse purchase.
Thanks to community member
emhsoto for finding this deal
Note, pricing is valid only for in-warehouse purchase; online price is available at a higher price
About the Product- Ultra-Quiet U-Shaped Design
- Inverter Technology
- Up to 550 Sq. Ft/Up to 20' Long Distance Airflow
- 35% Energy Savings
- WiFi/Voice Smart Control
- Flexible Window/Free to Open
- Quiet Operation Blocking Noise
- MShield Air Ionizer Technology
- Easy Installation w/ Snap in Bracket
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I drilled no holes and the thing can't go anywhere. It's easier than any other AC I've used and I have zero fears of dropping it out the window
Honestly confused why anyone thinks this is difficult to install especially compared to conventional styles. And especially considering how much smaller and lighter this type is
not sure what would make it a pain to uninstall though. the install for us was 10x easier than a traditional ac since it has a built in stand.
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It has a T shape that rests inside your window frame. The other support rests against your house. And that alone holds the device up before you factor in an additional brace that slides into the middle window frame. And lastly, the best part, you close the window on it. Even if nothing was what there this thing wouldn't be going anywhere. It's supported 3x. And it's relatively light. The 12k unit is approx the size of a conventional 8k unit. (So go for the 12!)
I've dealt with an old POS most of my life and I cannot underscore enough what a delight this thing is. The one thing that I disagree with is people who say it's really quiet. It's ... maybe it's subjective. It doesn't hurt me off. Just overblown expectations there.
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I bought 4 of these last year - best AC units I ever owned. One of my windows could not fit the mounting bracket but it literally doesn't matter, because the window sandwiches in between the unit. And then I lock the window down via the included window sash lock.
I have an 8000, two 10,000, one 12,000. The 8000 is EXTREMELY QUIET. The 10,000 and 12,000 are definitely LOUDER but still way better than traditional window units.
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I bought 4 of these last year - best AC units I ever owned. One of my windows could not fit the mounting bracket but it literally doesn't matter, because the window sandwiches in between the unit. And then I lock the window down via the included window sash lock.
I have an 8000, two 10,000, one 12,000. The 8000 is EXTREMELY QUIET. The 10,000 and 12,000 are definitely LOUDER but still way better than traditional window units.
The downside to using a wall unit thru wall is you now have that size hole in your outside wall. AC units tend to get smaller over time and if yours fails you'll likely not find the same size. Ask me how I know.
The wall units with the sleeves are supposed to be set to standards and theoretically should be easier to find same size in future. Downside is they tend to be a lot more expensive than window units.
I have both types and agree the U shape is more difficult to install. The first year it's a LOT more difficult to install as there's a learning curve and you have to make multiple cuts of foam.
I discovered a big part of the first year difficulties in installing was due to the deep slope of the window frame. Found if I cut a 2x4 and installed in the window frame and installed the U shape Midea on top it was a lot easier.
Since it's variable it still does the dehumidification job that oversized regular units don't.
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