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Costco In-Warehouse Offer: Midea U 12,000 BTU Smart Inverter/Window Air Conditioner Expired

$280
$379.99
(Valid thru 6/9)
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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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Looks like the window Air conditioner unit will be on the next coupon book. I may buy one now and just ask for a price adjustment unless anyone has had trouble in the past asking for a refund?

Product Page for reference only: https://www.costco.com/midea-u-12...34455.html

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You open the window and close it on the AC unit. It also has a platform it rests on

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
When are they coming out with a U-shaped AC with heat pump?
opposite experience. ours cooled better than anything we had prior. and we left it installed for 2 winters now. living in the northeast.. the u shape version makes that possible.

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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charredangel
05-07-2024 at 01:45 PM.
05-07-2024 at 01:45 PM.
Quote from orb1060 :
Ice on the evaporator coils and no cooling (as long as the coils and filter are clean) means the refrigerant charge is low and it has probably leaked out. You'll need a new unit because it's not worth it to recharge or repair.

Ugh. That's what I'm worried about. Thanks
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tgeenyc
05-07-2024 at 02:33 PM.
05-07-2024 at 02:33 PM.
Quote from psyctto :
Midea is the OEM for many manufacturers… they make solid hardware.

On your comment about heat/AC, I assume you're talking about a heat pump? I don't have experience with a window unit with a heat pump, but I have split units with heat pumps and they're fantastic… been working for years now, in less than optimal conditions (pig houses), through NY summers and winters.
Yeah...horrible ...nothing but humidity
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Phil17
05-07-2024 at 02:53 PM.
05-07-2024 at 02:53 PM.
Quote from KnowsItToBeTrue :
This has been working great for me as the days get hotter. We have the smaller 8000 one in the bedroom as well. Life and energy saver.

Waiting for a deal on the 8000 for the bedroom
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pwnking
05-07-2024 at 02:57 PM.
05-07-2024 at 02:57 PM.
I have not heard good reports about longevity on these, and usually most green stuff is crap that falls apart and you have to replace before you can save any money on electricity, and no way are you saving the planet buying an AC that should last 20+ years, and get one that lasts 5 if you are lucky. "Inverters" can be good, but they aren't cheap if they are.
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just1guy
05-07-2024 at 03:00 PM.
05-07-2024 at 03:00 PM.
same here , got one on amazon in feburary for $220 plus tax ... then woot was selling the ones that were returned also....not sure if it was $220 or more.

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Waiting for a deal on the 8000 for the bedroom
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GregryS
05-07-2024 at 03:07 PM.
05-07-2024 at 03:07 PM.
Quote from litobirdy :
The bracket to drill in and hold the AC is a lot more involving than just opening window and fitting a regular AC in.

It's easy man
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NavySeed472
05-07-2024 at 03:32 PM.
05-07-2024 at 03:32 PM.
Quote from just1guy :
same here , got one on amazon in feburary for $220 plus tax ... then woot was selling the ones that were returned also....not sure if it was $220 or more.

I bought 2 of the woot ones. They came literally caved in. It was astonishing.
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jmonster
05-07-2024 at 03:48 PM.
05-07-2024 at 03:48 PM.
Quote from litobirdy :
You must have a pretty big flat platform to rest the big back on..
It's in the box. It's part of the product.

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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05-07-2024 at 03:52 PM.
05-07-2024 at 03:52 PM.
FYI this is a great YouTube installation tutorial video which was very easy to follow along.

https://youtu.be/TeyLdvDqvsI?si=ldoh0zxj2Boda3Ee

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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05-07-2024 at 04:00 PM.
05-07-2024 at 04:00 PM.
Quote from NickyTheWrench :
FYI this is a great YouTube installation tutorial video which was very easy to follow along.

https://youtu.be/TeyLdvDqvsI?si=ldoh0zxj2Boda3Ee

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.
how do i install this if i have light filtering rails on the sides of my windows so i cant drill into the right or left side. Is it okay not to drill?
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05-07-2024 at 04:14 PM.
05-07-2024 at 04:14 PM.
Quote from i4k20c :
how do i install this if i have light filtering rails on the sides of my windows so i cant drill into the right or left side. Is it okay not to drill?
Yea you'll be fine. Like I said previously, in one of my windows I didn't drill or use the mounting bracket at all. There are a lot of ways to make this AC installation work if you are creative and use your noggin.
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bookerttt
05-07-2024 at 04:58 PM.
05-07-2024 at 04:58 PM.
Quote from Rand4 :
Need sleeve style the regular ones blow air out top which is inside a wall sleeve.

Depends on the thickness of your walls. If your walls are about the same thickness as the window I've seen/have regular window units installed thru the wall. The AC doesn't know if it's thru the wall or the window. You do have to make sure the vents aren't in the wall …..they shouldn't be because then they'd be in the window as well.

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.
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05-07-2024 at 05:00 PM.
05-07-2024 at 05:00 PM.
Quote from eduardmc :
I bought the midea without the U shape from cotsco about 2 years ago and have heat pump. Works better than alll my heaters bad part is that if it is below 32• doesnt turn on. $279

I have the same one and like it. I believe it doesn't heat if it's below 42
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05-07-2024 at 05:08 PM.
05-07-2024 at 05:08 PM.
Quote from litobirdy :
bought one of these last year. DIdn't cool that good compared to regular ac's. plus installing/removing is a pain ( have to remove because I'm in the northeast. Luckily I got refunded by manufacturer. This year I'm trying the same AC but not U shaped to see if it will make a difference.

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.
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05-07-2024 at 05:12 PM.
05-07-2024 at 05:12 PM.
This unit is not very effective when ambient air is over 100F
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