Midea U Shaped Window Air Conditioner 12,000 BTU Review

[@gabrielpage860]

Hey everyone! Thanks for the comments! I just want to mention that I no longer use this unit and I have upgraded to the Mr Cool DIY Mini Split. I made a video showing how I have that system setup.

[@bogieman101]

Why did you change to the mini split?

[@gabrielpage860]

@@bogieman101 I changed to the mini split to try and achieve the feeling of central AC throughout my entire house and also not have to take out a window unit every year. I did not have any problems with the Midea U shaped for the time that I used it. However I do recommend people to upgrade to split units if they can afford it.

[@davebruessow6842]

Hi Gabe! I moved from Michigan to Arizona over twenty years ago and just bought the 12k version from Costco ($399) and plan to put it in the master bedroom as a backup (should my central fail) and to supplement the central to keep the room cooler at night so I'm hoping it will do the trick. Hope your mini-split is working great for you and I like your cat too!

[@carlyw60]

I'm not in a position to be able to afford that just yet. Can you please tell me if you needed to have an electrician come in and put in a special outlet to handle the amps the 12,000 midea unit draws?

[@davebruessow6842]

@@carlyw60 I did not have to do anything. As long as the outlet you're plugging into supports 15 amps (typical in most homes) you should be okay. Just be aware that if there are other devices connected to the same circuit (that also draw high current) it might trip the circuit breaker. I have no issues with mine in the master bedroom or in the front room and ran them in place of the central the last few days (cut my bill in half)...

[@maxsecrest]

It also helps with security. I always thought it was crazy with my old AC unit someone could just shove it in and get access. As long as you use a brace to keep the window from opening further, this is much more safe than a regular window unit.

[@gabrielpage860]

Great Point!

[@Ram14250]

Thanks for you review,... I bought an 8000 btu one at Home Depot ... Love it. So quiet! I hooked my Watt-Meter to it and it only uses about 300 watts at near full tilt. When it auto lowers to maintain temp, it is around 130 watts... that's like nothing!! Excellent.

[@xpeacemaster]

i own one but id have to see it to believe it lol

[@debbieravenell6925]

You have a very nice home and very clean

[@Moondoggy1941]

Thanks for the read on the Kill A Watt, I put one on my FAU unit in the garage, just the fan running was 400 watts., that does not included the AC compressor outside.

[@uhjyuff2095]

@@Moondoggy1941 These inverter midea or similar units draw variable amount of electricity mostly based on the OUTSIDE temperature. Its weird but it seems to work for most rooms/areas.

[@notsure984]

I bet you have it in eco mode. if you want it to really pump turn that off it might use closer to 800 watts but you'll only want that on the really hot days.

[@moogie42069]

I just got a 12,000 unit put in my living room a few days ago... I LOVE it! It is so quiet that I had to mute my computer to see if it was running (it was). It cools quickly and seems to cool all the way into the kitchen where I have a smaller, regular window A/C. That one hasn't run much at all since I have it a degree warmer than the Midea, and it is cooling all the way in there so it is definitely saving me some $$$!

[@myname203]

Thanks for this! I just ordered this unit yesterday and these reviews make me excited. I live next to a highway and wanted an AC unit that cancelled as much outside noise as possible. Looks well worth it.

[@FutureDreamZz]

How is it

[@Utrevj]

Totally agree with this review. The unit is awesome. My unit is right next to my bed and I have no noise at all to effect my sleep. This unit is not even as loud as a floor fan. It took about 25 minutes to pop it into my window. Wow what a incredible designed unit. Midea is a very large company with world wide sales thus the quality is excellent.

[@Dogsnark]

Another vote for this fantastic a.c. unit! I bought the 8,000 BTU a year ago for my bedroom and it is everything I could want in an a.c. unit - very quiet and very effective. I had been considering a mini split, but when I discovered the Midea, I realized it is a mini split, but in one package! I highly recommend this a.c. unit!

[@richardmenz3257]

If you want to be able to heat as well they have a heat pump version that is quiet but sadly not the u shape like this one. Maybe they be able to implement that in a couple of years.

[@SMelk01]

Is this energy efficient?

[@michaelwillett6565]

Glad I found your video. I bought this unit about a month ago, mostly for backup in case I lose power during a hurricane. I may start using it more since it seems to cool before than I expected. Thanks.

[@dcny69]

Thank you Grabiel, what a beautiful house! I just bought one from Costco. Now time to clean that window.

[@19Blackskills97]

Amazing looking house! Love the thing for your cat! Thank You! Definitely want to try it out now!

[@mllebuttercup]

Our windows have old wooden windows have storm windows, too. We'll be doing the same set up -- thanks for your review, helped us make our decision!

[@marisanelson4127]

I got this same one yesterday. My house is about 1300 square ft. It's amazing. 90 deg today. I have it set to 70 and it stayed at 70. I had to turn it up some cuz I got chilly. Love this!

[@wangkyle2118]

It cools whole house down with just one unit?

[@ChevySS1968]

Can I ask what settings you are using? I have less square feet, with same 12,000 BTU unit, but the cooling is not that impressive. I am using "Auto" mode, also in "ECO". I have the A/C set at 61*, but temp gun shows 74* actual temp in the room, and it's a cloudy day, only 78* outside. Very disappointed at cooling so far. Thanks.................

[@uhjyuff2095]

@@ChevySS1968 These inverter midea or similar units draw variable amount of electricity mostly based on the OUTSIDE temperature. Its weird but it seems to work for most rooms/areas. Imo, they are marketing these units as energy efficient and its probably because they are limited to 70 degrees or something while other non inverter type AC units can get much cooler but obviously use way more electricity to do it!

[@onlyhere4thecomments80]

Thanks for this comment, I bought 2 for a 1450 sq ft home on 1 level and I was worried it wouldn’t cool it well.

[@Icureditwithmybrain]

I appreciate you demonstrating that the swinging cover can be deactivated. As a result, I am considering purchasing this window air conditioner for my next installation.

[@michaelwoehl8822]

Have an 8,000 btu unit in my bedroom, best air conditioner I ever had. Quiet and effective.

[@alysanadera6937]

When you said at 6:45 that you weren’t sure how hot it was in your house before u turned it on… in fact, you can know!! :) the phone app tells u the temperature of the room it’s in! I looove this unit

[@uncledoey]

best review i've seen. thanks for detailing the bracket assembly placement and also for the real world btu capability.

[@LOOMIS1638]

Just ordered one. Hope I’m as psyched as you are . Thanks for the vid!

[@voltressyt199]

Going to order it next week you getting me excited

[@acrothdragon]

I will say this if you have a window that’s 22 inches which is the minimum sized window you can install these in. It’s going to be a really tight fit. Getting the bracket installed was a bit of a hassle but doable. I had a vinyl raised lip window and again the unit will be a tight squeeze through the window. Issues I had was getting the bracket brace attachment on you’ll need a stubby screwdriver to get the screws off and back on. The tip over bar was difficult to get screwed down I feel they need to add additional tie downs. Also be extremely careful and wear gloves you can easily slice a finger open on the condenser fins as well as bend them.

[@scubasteve4148]

Got one 2 years ago and love it.

[@FutureDreamZz]

Stilll works? 3:56

[@dennisplaysguitar]

Gabriel, I just bought this air conditioner. Midea has a link in the user manual for a very good KZbin video installing this air conditioner.

[@antoniosgarlata5181]

You are correct it is quite when it works.I purchased one 12000-BTU for me and one for my son, and both stopped working after two years. I contacted customer service, and I was told, sorry it is covered by one year warranty. The code that appeared on the unit indicated loss of refrigerant. The owner's manual says that seals have five year warranty. They didn't even make an attempt to help me. Therefore we had to throw both in the garbage.

[@Stormtrooper_Accuracy]

Once you did the walkthrough, I was sold. That little thing covers a lot of space.

[@brientrinh]

I actually like your review. I'm buying one now. Good day to you man

[@fagittarius555]

I believe the open floor plan of your home is probably helping the unit cool the entire first floor. I feel mine could do that but my house is so partitioned off the living room where its installed gets the best of it. I have a second option but i dont really want to move it lol

[@uhjyuff2095]

get a fan and blow the hot air toward the window unit. The window unit takes hot air from inside your home and spits it outside.

[@beekiddo4468]

Great video, I'm ordering mine from Amazon for $499.00, and your video sealed the deal for me!

[@shahrukhaslam]

costco has 12k BTU in $412

[@COVIDisA_HOAX]

339 now

[@LemonySnicket-EUC]

​@@shahrukhaslam 319.00 now.

[@xpeacemaster]

@@LemonySnicket-EUC just got my installed and paid that price at costco, but its over

[@cryengine_x]

@@xpeacemaster 299-50 rebate at home depot today 249

[@RONNIEJNZN]

It would feel even colder if you drew the curtains and kept the sun out. Just got this same one. 13 foot ceilings and it's doing a good job. Took about an hour to cool it down, bout 45 mins to install. Great so far !

[@LuckyBrownz]

13 foot ceilings…I have vaulted ceiling and want to know if this will work…what’s the square footage of your area it’s cooling

[@dplj4428]

My outside ledge was too far out for the legs to drop down against the building. The man who helped me jeery rigged a piece of wood across the belly of the condenser. He followed the recommended bubble location for drainage. But i wondered if it should be more than 1/8 inch incline? Why? Because i see so many video comments saying the unit did not drain well. One man opted to drill a hole out under the condenser. -- maybe it should be more than 1/8th. -- day before without it in the window, i propped inside portion to simulate the incline. I ran it for an hour. No drip until i lifted the unit up. -- watching the Danby unit install (almost twin) i find it is better than the official Midea’s. Both of them could do a better manual. I know the bracket seems complicated, but really if we do the steps as recommended it is easy to do. I’m going to do a step by step so I can easily remove and put it back into window. Make

[@erickostongm]

I just bought the same unit for my double car garage and it cools it down pretty fast.

[@curinderwin]

You have the exact same old windows as I have. This was immensely helpful.

[@josephwarren3498]

Excellent review. If you were closer I'd buy your window. I wouldn't replace them: they are original.

[@pattaschner6377]

I have been looking at these, with having to install at least 3 window A/C units each year. Either these or the saddle type that sit down below the window frame.

[@MamboB]

I have 2- 8000 btu of these units, so we could run it with solar batteries if we want. Great unit!!

[@LowEndPCGamer100]

i just got a dinky comfort zone 5000 BTU, it does great for my 10 sq/ft appt. but when i do move, no matter how big or small my place is, im getting the 12k U shaped unit, for ease of install, that, and because summers where i live get upwards of 100 degrees as soon as dawn cracks, no central air or anything else means i need my place to feel like jack frost lives there. and oh how it will! great review btw!

[@lb3017]

We just bought this for a 3rd floor rental. One big inquiry is an attractive disguise for the end that sticks out of a window. I've searched & searched. I've noticed others searching for the same.

[@MegaRyan123456]

It's actually just a split system that fits in your window .... Super smart

[@scrambler69-xk3kv]

I wish you would have walked outside and showed us the unit from outside. Do you have to support the condenser part from the ground with it hanging so far from the house?

[@seahawksforever9504]

What about the vent on the outside of the ac? Bugs or rain can get in it over the summer? Do you cover it up with a screen?

[@dplj4428]

2024 almost a year. I'm 3rd room away. Real cool at AC, comfortable back here: cannot eve hear it running. I'll need to tip it more. One fellow off-grid diy tilted his more than the 1/8 or 1/4 inch then drilled small holes in the unit's most forward corners outside. That solved the drainage. -- I keep my inside filter clean. But noticed debris from birds nesting in the nearby internet installer boxes. Nice to hear their little tweets. Maybe can use a square of door screening to prevent that coming across my unit.

[@davekent20]

Do you have vinyl siding wondering if it will crack the siding ?

[@roberthill4239]

Thanks for taking tge time

[@hubnergreg]

Awesome video the best so far you should do another video Ac after 1 year

[@gabrielpage860]

Thanks! I upgraded to Mr Cool DIY mini split. Made a video on that a few days ago

[@adamwilliams7005]

Bro, i like to keep my living room around 65,66.. I’m a little nervous with the 74 review. But very intrigued. 👍

[@Bro_Jared]

Question is do they last just as long as the regular style. I love it though

[@Luxxen101]

Got one a month ago. So quiet and efficient. Only thing bad is my remote only turns unit off and on. Many Amazon reviewers said same. Not an issue for me. Hooked it into Alexa and sets temp changes for day and night.

[@MKLA000]

Really? Remote control only turn it on and off? I just got my 8000 btu installed yesterday. The remote control has all the function as the remote control from the regular window AC. I am not a big fan of WIFI or Alexa control. I didn’t hook it up WIFI. I just use the remote control as usual as like traditional window AC. I don’t find any function missing in my control. I can control temperature with remote control. The only issue is it has loud beep sound.

[@PieMK6R]

​​@@MKLA000wifi app is the way to go. You can set up schedules of when It turns on and off. I usually set mine on an hour before I come home from work so it's nice and cool

[@orangachang]

Michigan gets cold right.... did u leave the unit in the window over the winter?

[@f.allenrisler5303]

I bought the same one after watching your review and decided to put it in the living room. It is cooling my 1st floor too, about 1000 sq feet. My only complaint is the plastic housing makes a vibrating noise. Have you experienced this too?

[@vanessacamarillo4633]

Hello, i am looking into this unit but live on the second floor with someone else underneath... Does this happen drip water like a mini split outside??? Thank you

[@gm2256]

I really want to pull the trigger on one of these just for the reduced noise factor alone

[@outdoorlivingart]

Excellent video review thanks, can you please tell me the measurements? I have small windows on my camper

[@PumpkinKingXXIII]

I just bought this unit from Costco. They marked them down to $310 and my local entergy company was giving $50 rebates for buying an approved energy star window unit

[@gilliecalifornio9537]

Did you mount the outside bracket or stand ?

[@jrose-xp6tf]

How does this serve as a cat-perch? because mine will try it out immediately, it looks sturdy enough.

[@eewroiroieutrip]

I have a window which slides to the side. And another thing is - half of the window is only 21 inches. Does this fit in that space? I am looking to buy this unit

[@hhova29]

I just received the 12,000 u shaped Midea ac also. It was a pain to install the bracket because I placed it in my living room where I have a double pane window. Despite the slope recommendations it states it remained slightly slanted from the side inwards as opposed to outward. I’ll have to adjust it. It does cool very well and fast nd is remarkably quiet. I watched House of dragons on my regular volume settings on my oled sound bar.

[@exckman3879]

Great review. I like the idea that is quiet. Can you tell me if the unit is loud from the outside? I live in a neighborhood where are homes are very close to each other. I appreciate your input. Thank you 🙏

[@stringlarson1247]

I just put in a couple of them in my place - 120y/o house in Chicago. While we haven't had any 'real' summer weather here yet, it has been pretty humid lately, and this old house (TM PBS) needs more/better insulation, etc. As a long time midwesterner, I can tell you it IS the humidity (actually, it's the wet-bulb temp. but damned if imma try ta 'splain that). Anyway, I'm pretty impressed with this so far. I'm researching mini-split systems as I have forced air and by Feb. every year I'm ready to bash my skull in from the sound. Sorry, different topic.

[@ChadCarriereVideographe]

Need advice before buying online. Could I install it in an 20 inch window (door) frame? They say 22-36" But seems like the AC is less then 20" large. So I wonder if it would be possible. Thx for your help!

[@mikereed174]

Love your Black cat, we own 3 of them.😁

[@conniesmith5161]

What I've noticed about the room air conditioners is they don't make them like they used to. Before you could take the top off and clean the grids and do a thorough cleaning on the air conditioner. Now you can't get to anything to clean it

[@Frankenslide]

Will this thing keep a 2 car garage cool in the Florida summer

[@normcarguy4571]

Thanks so much for the information

[@mariechastain7168]

I would like to know the power bill. My AC unit went out a few days ago and I have been thinking about getting one of these.

[@newtonraymond77]

The gap is the same issue with vinyl windows, just bought the 8000 btu and used it one time so far, cooled down the room within minutes.

[@newtonraymond77]

After using that one again and the other 12000 btu units my conclusion is they're not very good. My older less efficient units did a better job

[@justiceonly9105]

Hi, Very grateful for you. Do you know if I can use this with a horizontal sliding windows?

[@michaelalbright6300]

I have a 8,000 BTU unit had a year-and-a-half and got a cool 7

[@Moondoggy1941]

The only time my central AC can get the temps down to 70 degrees is in the winter, my 3 1/2 ton unit single story 1300 sq ft can only get it down to 75 if it is over 105 degrees outside.

[@jaimepadilla6530]

Why do you have a fan next to the unit?

[@irlanda2699]

Hey believe it or not as you're talking about the air conditioner I'm feeling cool already I live in Brooklyn it's very very warm I didn't hook up my air conditioner but I'm thinking of getting one of those thanks for the video enjoy looking at your house you got a great looking place enjoy the summer and what the hell Great great great air conditioner take care great video too😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@house3924]

Why does my window AC sound like running water ? Midea tech mounted the unit !

[@vr4966]

what's the measurement of the outside condenser?

[@creed200569]

What’s your electric bill like

[@Boxfan2008]

A good review, i do ask though, everyone talks about how quiet these units are, on "LOW FAN" but what about when you have the unit on full Blast? The variable speed compressor will be at full speed when it's set to 60. It would be cool to hear what this thing sounds like at full Tilt

[@gabrielpage860]

It is still quieter than any unit you will find in full blast. Once it starts running at full speed you’ll hear a faint hum but it’s not that bad. I think my refrigerator is louder.

[@LemonySnicket-EUC]

More fan noise is all I get on my end. It's still very quiet.

[@curtiscollins2174]

Very well done sir.

[@thefix2573]

Proud Dad, new baby Chinese stuff. Enjoy, make memories.

[@liilu8]

Do you think I can use it for a sliding window? 🤷‍♀️

[@FLAman-jq6rx]

Do you know if you can separate the two pieces for install purposes on a smaller window

[@oheneba9184]

No you can’t.

[@skimaster12]

Nice review man

[@MrLinkvi]

Did the 12k btu come with a outside bracket?

[@jamesdonop445]

I bought 5 units, 8000 btu from home depot for $1890. Much better than replacing central for $8000

[@smartyyy]

Did I get unlucky? It’s been a week and my 8000btu (rated for 400sf) is leaking 1 gallon of water every day and my 300sf living room and hall stays at 79-80F even though I have it set to 72F even running for 9 hours

[@musicmaker85]

I’m so glad I found this video. You have the same type of windows I do with the outer storm windows. Did you do anything differently with the installation? Also do you have any issues with water pooling up inside the window sill when it rains?

[@killtyrant]

Might be a little janky but you could always packing tape along the bottom edge of the window to protect the Sill. It might not even be an issue if it's in a window that isnt facing against the direction of prevailing winds.

[@gabrielpage860]

I do not have issues with water pooling in the window sill. However my house has a pretty large overhang of the roof that blocks rain. I installed the unit based on what seemed practical for the window.

[@musicmaker85]

@@gabrielpage860 Hey man thanks for the comment back. Yeah I’m not concerned about the water running off the roof. I have a proper gutter system to catch that. I was actually thinking of rain water that could get in due to high winds from a storm. Anyway, I got it installed without issue. Just needed a couple of 2x2 glued and stapled together to mount the bracket so it would sit high enough to bypass the lip of the storm window. Rest of the install was a breeze.

[@tortiedude]

@@musicmaker85You just solved my question too lol. We have the same windows with the 60’s or 70’s style 2/3” storm window lip and I just ordered the 12000 btu model and wondered how the bracket would fit. Now I can make the support before it gets here! Thanks!

[@CRAMDVoiceLessons]

Thanks so much for this review. Have an estimate on your square footage on this floor? Does it seem to come the closets, cabinets, and other closed off spaces? Looking to hit a 1,000 SF apartment with this.

[@nimrodpaul6875]

My house is 950 Sq feet and with a fan oscillating it cools it pretty nice,, I had my oven on 450 2 hours and outside was 84 and my house was 72 with the 5 o'clock afternoon sun beating my picture window which gets hot. One in an insulated apartment will do decsent

[@CRAMDVoiceLessons]

@@nimrodpaul6875 Bless you for this anecdote haha! Makes me super glad about my purchase. Just got my midea 12000 today and I'm gonna install tomorrow and use fans to circulate to cool to the rest of the unit.

[@marijncinjee]

Can I install this on a vertical window?

[@yopiyo1956]

I bought this just only 1year and 2 months ago and now the compressor is not working already

[@hvac1688]

cool, like it, well designed😀

[@dreeemer]

Can you link to the suction cup cat perches? I'm terrified of buying one and having the suction cup fall off while one of my cats is laying on it!

[@gabrielpage860]

This is the one I have and it works great LSAIFATER Cat Bed Window, Cat Window Hammock and Perch, Upgrade Your Large Cat's Living Space with Space Saving Cat Window Seat - The Best Cat Perch for Your Furry Friend (M, Gold) a.co/d/6oe2opC

[@margaretglovasky8275]

How come my filter won’t go back in? I feel stupid but it’s not working for me and I have this aircoditione

[@gabrielpage860]

The screen filter should slide in and out of the front compartment with relative ease

[@billderby1527]

If they would make this a heat pump it would be amazing . Cool only is nice but not sufficient.

[@michaeljensvold6160]

It looks like a non U shaped version with heat pump came out within the past month or so. MAW12HV1CWT is the model. That units heat pump is only advertised as working down to 40 degrees. But that's good enough for most of the southern half of the USA.

[@tazdbz13]

I just bought this ac, 12000 btu, and you seem to have the same window as me, but I don't see how I can install it so that the ac is on the bracket properly (all the way to the back). I don't want to have to return it. Do you have any tips?

[@gabrielpage860]

My unit is not all the way on the back of the bracket. It runs just fine as it is.

[@tazdbz13]

@@gabrielpage860 thanks for the reply. I watched your video again as well a couple others and realized it doesn't sit all the way back in the bracket. I have had mine running for the past week and no issues and it is keeping my whole main floor cool. Thanks for the video and reply.

[@JTA1997_]

Can I put this on a second floor apartment or do I need to be outside as well when installing? Seems like the stand may be iffy unless you go outside and mess around with it.

[@FoereaperGaming]

You don't have to go outside at all. I did the install by myself from the inside.

[@marvellstarks2434]

Thank you Sir

[@Porterplex]

I have a well insulated attached garage in central US (Iowa). Sq Ft is about 864 with 9ft ceilings. Do you think one of these would be ok during the hotter summer days July-Aug? Sounds like it cools your larger than box says...thanks

[@daniellel256]

Currently on sale at Costco

[@Porterplex]

@@daniellel256 Just purchased one from Costco, should arrive Monday.

[@pyrocl0]

​@@Porterplexhows it working?

[@splurge4749]

Nice house!

[@theeoarsman921]

What kind of support did you use for the unit outside?

[@LousyHealer13]

It comes with one :)

[@Howdy73]

What if your window is not up/down. It’s left/right? I wish I could see it installed….

[@gabrielpage860]

Not possible to install with left to right window configuration

[@catdogcom]

could you show to us your second floor please, now is Sunday and you have time

[@rickfarley4448]

Costco has them in warehouse for $319 until 6/18/23!

[@MrBobm001]

is the 12,000 Btu unit for the 319. or is the lower one like the 10,000 btu

[@yixnorb5971]

Great, now if they will make one for slider windows.

[@joshuaharper4439]

Due to the fact that you could practically close your window all the way there’s really no need to have to take it out for winter every year which is something I wouldn’t do doesn’t hurt to keep it in the window