The Future Of Cooling Your Home Is Here | THE HANDYMAN |

[@TheHandyman1]

Midea U-shaped AC Purchase link: www.indiegogo.com/projects/midea-the-window-air-conditioner-reinvented?Handyman&Midea

[@Tim_Gravy]

@Alexandra Garrett Hey, I have had my 8k unit for a couple months now, and i can say its worth it. So quiet and no issues yet. Compared to my old unit I wanted to push out the window cause how much noise it caused, plus that compressor rattling/ringing/clicking I have never heard since its outside my window. I would say having a double pane window is also a huge help for blocking out the noise. I also put the black foam striping on bottom, he didnt in this video.

[@sethbracken]

Only The Handyman could swing an AC sponsorship in the winter.

[@morningsuit01844]

about 30 years ago, Comfort-Aire, made a similar unit. It was huge and noisy. Grand mother had one. 18,000 btu

[@Starry_Night_Sky7455]

So she had the future.

[@scottrogers2831]

While not as quiet, I had a U shaped AC window unit 40 years ago. The idea isn’t new. But thanks for the demonstration.

[@jimlee3795]

I've been doing HVAC for a long part of my life and let me tell you this is f****** awesome

[@TB-xw1og]

Hi, I live in Texas. Will this cool a 500 sq ft room? Want it to cool really well. Also would the 12,000 BTU be better than the 8,000? Want someone to tell me that this actually cools a room by itself please. Will it really cool a room?

[@pauljohn3612]

Ingenious idea, basically it seems they made a split system as a window unit. Really cool. I see them in my future.

[@markroberts9577]

Amazing something so simple as making a area for the window that fit down in between the unit I don't know why they didn't think of that 20 years ago

[@kenswitzer4133]

Don’t know how I missed how the bottom of the window comes down on each side to seal from the outside. I have always liked small window units either for cooling a smaller space or as a back or any reason needed. I sure like what I see here. Thanks a lot for the information. Would be a great item for the elderly that may live in small apartments or a single room where they are bed ridden. Great gift for ones that can’t afford it.👍🇺🇸🤙😃

[@TheHandyman1]

👍🍺

[@TheSpatulaCity]

This sounds nice and quiet. I had a window unit before that was annoyingly loud. It wasn't even the compressor that was loud, but the air blowing through the Styrofoam inside unit was loud.

[@jakejones5991]

Thanks for sharing this. Great looking product!

[@jdshear01]

I reviewed this open minded...my house was built in the 50's and didn't have central AC so everyone is forced to get window units of some variety, go ductless, or go with a new central AC install along with duct work. Window units are the cheapest to buy but their efficiency wasn't great, along with the annual install/deinstall/storage issue, and your windows aren't so secure and/or sealed. I think this one really solves a lot of the major pains involved...easy to install, CEER 15 efficiency rating...just checked HD's page and theirs are 11-12 CEER. I love that it is quiet and you can use your phone as a remote. Wish they had this around quite a few years ago! Pricing isn't all that bad either...easily get your money back in a summer with this efficiency rating!

[@kshaf35]

I am so happy that it's quiet. It seems like the saddle-type setup lends to that, keeping the condenser separated from the inside of the room even just a little more. From what I have read, the condenser doesn't "bang" on like it does in traditional window units. Mine is due to arrive in a week and I am looking forward to seeing for myself.

[@TheHandyman1]

@@kshaf35 This review doesn't do the unit justice. I have had it running in my house for the last month and it is sooo quiet compared to another $400 smart window unit I have in a different part of the house. How many BTUs did you get?

[@ksha1486]

The Handyman I got 10,000 BTUs. I was going to go with 8, but the room it will be in gets hit with sun all day long, and the house is 112 years old, so not much (no) insulation.

[@twistedbootsnyc]

I did the 8,000 btu’s hoping it will be efficient enough fur a nyc studio apt. Top floor so sun beats down. I should have gotten the 10,000

[@lastniceguy1979]

You are one of the KZbinrs that I trust. Had to see your review before I pulled the trigger. In North Carolina they do not build houses with any insulation, and we have weeks over 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

[@TheHandyman1]

You will be be very happy with it. I have been running it non stop all summer. The thing is silent compared to any other unit I have seen. I have the fan set at 10% I have the temp set at 72. I sleep like a baby.

[@ddsmile8087]

Beautiful dresser

[@swiftrick69]

Cool but... it’s not sealed at the top where the two sashes meet. It would be nice if it had a flexible flap that would fill the gap and still allow the opening of the window

[@TheHandyman1]

It comes with extra foam if you want to have that part sealed up

[@swiftrick69]

I saw that, with the key feature of the unit being that you can easily open the window, that would make it impractical. With all of the design that went into that units shape, the blocks in the side the bracket. It just seems like they would have made a better sealing solution as to maintain the air seal and still allow full operation of the window.

[@donaldharvey3905]

Dose it come in a heat pump

[@ecu8r]

I live in Central Texas and sometimes get really bad thunderstorms where the rain hits the side of the window hard, is there good way to block water from coming in? how does that work?

[@ryanlangan1060]

I had a u-shaped design from montgomery wards or sears that was made in the 60's. Blew like an arctic storm. It must have been 24" across and 18" tall, but had a pass through that was only about 6"x3"

[@ryanlangan1060]

Makes a lot of sense as far as design. You only need the high and low pressure lines, and the wires between the two sides. However, you also need more metal for support. Since all of these get shipped from far away lands, that's more costly too. Easier and less expensive to make a full box.

[@mikeluongo537]

Have it. Love, love it.

[@Faddidaddi]

I'm definitely buying this, I hope I could find it in my country,though

[@gforcekaras]

The unit itself seems to be a Toshiba based unit. How do I know? I'm staring at one in my window and it has the same white display and features including the AUTO COOL DRY FAN in that exact same order lol.

[@TheHandyman1]

Very interesting.

[@tjbrower]

Mine are finally showing up on Monday. I bought them from Amazon though, been waiting a few weeks but I think it will be worth it!

[@btritchie]

Curious how you like it now that you've had it for a few weeks. Can you give us an update?

[@tjbrower]

@@btritchie They are by far my favorite AC's. I wish I got a 10k BTU for my living room, but they do a great job at keeping the rooms cool and are SOOOOO quiet. Even on high it's not a bother. I would recommend getting one if you can. It's also nice that it comes with its own bracket, super easy to install.

[@dorotheadg]

This is now available through Amazon. Just ordered one

[@mikeweckesser4450]

do they make this style for side slide style window. my shop has side sliders but this would be a great addition to the shop

[@gregoryburkhead7813]

Nice video first one that took it out window

[@HarperPolo]

Are you supposed to remove them during the winter? Is there any problem with leaving them in year round?

[@TheHandyman1]

You can leave it in.

[@GenEmperor]

@@TheHandyman1 that's what she said. sorry😆

[@susanjspaulding]

*WOW* !!!!! *THIS NEW unit is slim and allows you to open the window* !!!!!!!!!!!!!! *Rad new idea* !!!!!!!!!! *The video of Hawaii is FAB* !!!!!!!!!!! #TheHandyman

[@robertwilson1714]

So does it constantly flash like that?

[@jamc8174]

Just installed the exact same unit last night. It is really quiet. There are alot of gaps to fill with insulation. Other than that it seems great so far.

[@han7902]

I had one of this. This midea Ac doesn't fit my window.

[@dd___dc]

So wen dey coming out with a split system heat/AC?

[@user8ZAKC1X6KC]

I bought one of these a few weeks ago (I don't have it yet) but when I saw it, I was like "Why has no one ever thought of this!?" and I bought one immediately (because I need a new AC anyway)

[@ping415]

How is it?

[@user8ZAKC1X6KC]

@@ping415 I like to for the most part. It's super quiet. One thing I don't like is how loud the beeps are when you change a setting. Temp, fan speed etc... it's can also make a really loud sound when it's off if the wind blows by very fast. Like a really loud fluttering sound (almost never happens though)

[@teresaberninger8537]

Great video. How long is the cord?

[@richardraymond5535]

Why’s everything got to beep these days???? Imagine turning it up while the wife’s asleep. Busted!

[@jdshear01]

(Use your phone from a diff room - ninja style)

[@joelwerre]

@@jdshear01 still beeps...

[@jdshear01]

@@joelwerre Snippy Snippy on the speaker wires...

[@wholelottalight]

@@jdshear01 and snippy snippy on any warranty lol

[@dd___dc]

Just connect it 2 a surround sound system ur wife will luv it 🤔🤔😂😂

[@hunters0922]

Wow.. A slot where you can slide the window down between the unit. That is genius.

[@coldwithit3357]

Gotta get an old house with old style windows, so I can have this new tech! Lmao how does it compare to other window units, btu, power consumption, price?

[@schommer75]

Where does the condensate collect? Just runs down the exterior wall?

[@RobertBarth1]

Same as any window air conditioner, drips out the outside.

[@schommer75]

Robert Barth thanks, I’ve never used one, honestly didn’t know

[@Mike-ql4sz]

I always wondered why in US it is not used the 2 unit system AC? (indoor wall mounted + outdoor) Wouldn' be easier? + wouldn't have to leave ur window open! Thx!

[@kshaf35]

We have a split in our attic, which is a refinished room. The unit is fairly sleek as far as they go (it's a Mitsubishi), but it would be too large for some rooms and we also have quite a few rooms that would not be cooled if the doors were closed. It's more convenient to have central air, but our house is 112 years old and it's not easy to snake the vents into all the rooms of the house. We'll keep this Midea unit in one bedroom in the front of our house that is south-facing and gets hit with a lot of full day sun. We live in a fairly temperate zone in a mid-Atlantic state in the US.

[@ericjs961]

Hey Handyman, I am new to your channel. I did hit "Like" and I have "Subscribed". I didn't read through all of the comments. But the there is one area where the foam does need to go. It's between the bottom of the top section of the window. It will allow insects to enter the window.

[@Pit_stains]

How's the stress on the window, window-frame? I'm concerned about putting to much weight/pressure, thinking it could cause leaks over time.

[@N2LADIES55]

Put a bar screwed into wall or tension bar in U section of air conditioner to prevent it from moving. I do this for my window air conditioner to prevent thieves from pushing ac out of window. I just ordered this Midea ac through Amazon though.

[@jeanetterandolph4179]

Sometimes the air conditioner vibrates against the window frame so the foam helps with the noise level.

[@jeanetterandolph4179]

I also like the u shaped air conditioner to be able to see out the window and open the window while the A/C is in place.

[@ItsAdventureTime1]

Use it in a shop setting or would the dust kill it?

[@Aepek]

Think the design is pretty cool, lol, no pun intended. Haven’t seen a redesign to the standard window AC unit in very long time. Very quiet & if I needed something like this, I’d definitely give it a look. Not bad, & thanks for sharing with us👍🏻 Cheers Number One Home Improvement Channel in the World✌🏼 Forgot to add, like that comes with the support brace/bracket/etc...for over hanging the window. No more “building” a support from 2x😉

[@gwengycreek1929]

Just wondering how well this held up through the summer? Its been hot this year; extremely humid.

[@TheHandyman1]

I have it set to 9% fan speed and 71* Its the best window unit ac you can buy. Its almost silent. Works great.

[@mattress44]

Foam between the windows

[@nakedbikelife4326]

What’s the width of the face of the unit

[@wjthehomebuilder]

10:55 My wife is suggesting we go for our 15 year anniversary next year. I'm beginning to agree with her.

[@hkgonra]

WJ the Home Builder got to stick with Florida beaches, Hawaii and California are segregated and won’t allow my kind there.

[@TheHandyman1]

LOL what are your kind ?

[@hkgonra]

The Handyman the kind that won’t be separated from their handgun. No guns allowed signs hit me just like a segregated sign.

[@TheHandyman1]

I checked a thing of pepper spray and a knife for my trip to Hawaii. amzn.to/3am64va It was strange not having my gun on me. Kauai has the lowest crime rate in the state of Hawaii. Maui on the other hand has problems. I don't think I would ever go back to Oahu.

[@CindyHeff]

genius design...I'd grab a couple if I had money..hate those sliding accordions and the need for tape, foam etc.

[@3loveLulu]

Is it possible to turn the beeping of the buttons off? Do the temperature digits always flush like that?

[@TheHandyman1]

You can turn the lights off. I'm not sure about the beeping.

[@esmilner3]

Ditto on the lights. Flashing or not it's a huge distraction. Would drive my wife crazy, hence it would drive me nuts. To the Handyman, thanks for the answer, glad you could turn them off. 👍

[@boomskis4926]

Get to the frickin massive kitchen renovation already!

[@TheHandyman1]

Monday

[@boomskis4926]

The Handyman thanks boss

[@robj2704]

The fact that it's rated at 12,000BTU is nice, but, it's still a window air conditioner. Now, if someone comes up with a heat pump that will fit that space, with a similar output, that would work on 115v wall outlet, it would be nice.

[@OnlyOneFever]

That's a ton cheaper than a mini-split system. Guessing this unit is the same tech. So much quieter than the old school window units.

[@nerys71]

sadly no not likely otherwise it could do heat as well (most mini splits are heat pumps and can cool and heat. I have a 12k btu minisplit cooling my home and heating when its not too cold outside.

[@johnmurphy6366]

To be a heat/cool unit requires a reversing valve,and these are expensive,and would need a larger case.

[@ronkpaws1]

I was looking to buy one of these units about a week ago, but I can not find one that is made with heat also.

[@ItsAdventureTime1]

The lotion and tissues... I was cracking up for 2 minutes on that one

[@droolbunnyxo9565]

This is why nightstands have drawers, lol 😉

[@droolbunnyxo9565]

@AkshonClips Laughing... "🤭" Also helpful when the bed collapses - Oops! Wait - let me fix this! (Poor guy, we're awful, lol...)

[@indistinctchatter6677]

How much does it weigh? I looked at the specs and did not see.

[@argu4096]

It is listed but hard to find. Between 54_68pounds.

[@wondewosenalemu2592]

What about for windows that open side to side midea!!!

[@vacayooper4728]

I "made" the same-ish thing about 25 years ago for each of my 5 bedrooms, no where near as easy as this but was insulated and didnt look hacked up. Worked like a champ, took em out in winter and put the glass back in.

[@CJ-bm9sh]

So where's the video about your EDC and IWB carry from winter to summer?

[@RadicallyLowly]

Awesome 👍🏼

[@jsamc8420]

Why would want to open your window without a screen ?

[@paulbryant68]

owner shows up after install-“how much i owe you for install??” and thank you! you’re the greatest with gift surprises! HM-“uuuuuuhhhh” 45.00ish”?? with slight shoulder shrug...haaaa my boys the greatest ever! modelin’ stuff in peoples home! wonder how he got in?? thru the window??

[@pastpianist]

can it be installed with windows opening sideways?

[@dkjoses12]

No

[@HarperPolo]

No

[@daschundloverable]

he said no.

[@TheHandyman1]

Lol

[@918scott]

I like the view out that window you showed at the end. Why would you need an air conditioner when you have that cool breeze coming in? ":)~

[@briandjordjevic9969]

Should have gotten the Soleus Air saddle window air condition

[@manfrummt]

So it cools the same but costs 3 times as much? Can you at least lock the window?

[@JosephQPublic]

But how can you lock a window if the window doesn’t close all the way? He said it comes with window locks that you have to screw in to the sides of the window so it won’t open.

[@darkknight145]

Is it something about the US that it doesn't come with heating?

[@TheHandyman1]

All homes in the use come with heat. They don't come with cooling.

[@demarkusthompson2867]

Just got a new subscriber that intro is so funny😂

[@NomadMechanic]

I want to install one in an RV or an enclosed trailer/ Camper build.

[@TheHandyman1]

That would be cool. My tool trailer use to be built out as a toy hauler. I had fridge, sink, microwave, bunks.

[@NomadMechanic]

@@TheHandyman1 this year I'm going to split a window unit and make it a split system. Only the freon lines will be through the floor or top and Condenser only will be outside. 6000 btu will cool a small trailer fine.

[@Elvampiro.]

What if your windows open sideways ?

[@TheHandyman1]

Then you can't use it.

[@o.o1858]

Cool!

[@mikeyfoofoo]

Looks like Maui at the end. Never slept so good as I did in Hana. Good times.

[@mtadams2009]

I was interested until I checked the price. Its about 6 to 7 times the cost of a normal window unit. Seems nice though but in the end its a window AC that cost about 1,500 which is crazy.

[@chenjunli1172]

Scott Gibson Are you sure? On Amazon, $399

[@mtadams2009]

@@chenjunli1172 I guess not, thanks.

[@assassin_asa]

I gotta know if it's 2-prong or 3-prong..... got 2-prong outlets here... :/ If anyone knows, hmu with that reply!

[@lugiasean19]

I’m receiving mine this Saturday, can’t wait, it’s so hot here in south Florida.🥵

[@kshaf35]

Do you like it? Mine is supposed to arrive early next week.

[@lugiasean19]

kshaf35 - I do but I’ve been having issues with the WiFi connectivity for using the app. It keeps disconnecting after a while and it won’t reconnect unless you unplug it and plug it back in. I emailed them about it but so far no fix. Every thing else works good though.

[@kshaf35]

@@lugiasean19 I have read that others have experienced that issue, but that the company works hard to make sure you're happy. Have you contacted them? It always seems like online reviews are helpful.

[@esmilner3]

I'm about to install ours (8,000 BTU). I've been prepping more than usual, it looks like it's more complex than what I've done before. I'm glad I stumbled upon a group of handy folks. I'm new to this. Setting up the support brackets looks like the hardest part. Why didn't you demonstrate that as well?

[@TheHandyman1]

@@esmilner3 Its very simple. There isn't much to set up. I have installed it 2 times and no instructions needed for the support bracket.

[@docash2107]

Nice unit. Not badly priced either.

[@fmradio42]

great product idea , lot better then the home made poc I had to build one time. when do you start your acting career.

[@nicholashartzler2205]

It would be so much better if it just hung the other direction. sure the opening would need to be about 8 inches wide but then you would have 95% of your window.

[@WolleytheMonster]

Should of installed a mini split

[@N2LADIES55]

This is a lot cheaper thban a mini-split!

[@-tiktok3411]

so cool

[@nin469]

76 in Feb; that normal in SoCal..

[@anniegaddis5240]

Nice amount of referrals! Ka-ching!

[@ccc822007]

at almost $350 for a small unit it's a bit pricey.

[@bryanoard50]

5.:03 in. Handyman: that’s cool. Ha!

[@doughnuts6801234]

When you said I'm not going to cut these cuz this probably isn't the windows going to be installed in my left the video

[@TheHandyman1]

What?

[@NongNongHead]

$ shave club? . Tube BT speaker? < nah, I whistle >. Air conditioner? < sure, why not, maybe i can put it in the shop...

[@TheHandyman1]

👍

[@SB-oc6pg]

Dude what happened to the massive kitchen reno? You were like half way through and then the vids changed. You didnt get marched off that job did ya?

[@TheHandyman1]

Dude the house burned to the ground.

[@AaronCo29]

Did you invest in this company? I have a few start-ups I've invested into, maybe I'll be rich one day...

[@vilandv]

It is a Forbes 500 company and rank as 300+, you can try to enter stock market in China. Google Midea.

[@teh60]

Cooool video. I like that a/c unit but what’s the deal with the hobo beard?

[@BradSabako]

$1600 with taxes.. ouch!!

[@Boyan-S1]

Why would anybody mount an AC on their window.... thats crazy. Me as a European cannot accept that.

[@TheHandyman1]

Beecause it works. There are millions of them in the USA

[@Boyan-S1]

@@TheHandyman1 Thats true of course. Its just very strange when im not used to something hanging from my window blocking view or light. I prefer the wall mounted units. Btw your content is great.

[@ceecee7879]

Seen it...another YTer featured it on his channel.

[@TheHandyman1]

Who else did a video on it?

[@gforcekaras]

@@TheHandyman1 kzbin.info/www/bejne/g17TkpKsirN6opY&feature=emb_rel_end

[@ceecee7879]

TTBT yep, that’s the one!! SC 👍🏼

[@danacordola4100]

You forgot to lock the window

[@OnlyOneFever]

"New AC smell"

[@TapelessDrywallFinishing]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@kenswitzer4133]

I got it now👍👍😤

[@PowerHKM]

Good product, but it's soo easy to instal and thus easy to rob it... Won't be surprised if it's gone within the first few weeks lmao

[@JosephQPublic]

How do you steal something that’s halfway inside the window and secured to the base?

[@kenswitzer4133]

These things are really expensive.

[@N2LADIES55]

No,they are not! www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0867GMW9X/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza?th=1

[@droolbunnyxo9565]

"Get off my lawn!! "\🧐/" Yes, a glimpse of the future ~ Handyman in 30 years, lol... (This is an awesome cooling unit, the potential cost savings is amazing. Thanks for the info :)

[@ScubaDaveGSXR]

The whistling.. is cancer. Thank god for auto generated subtitles.

[@billmccollam]

basically an advertisement

[@cleantones]

Welcome to KZbin

[@stang7043]

Smells good... Ahh crap asbestos... Ahh crap Corona virus...

[@mikenotta7079]

This isn't a new idea/design, but it's still cool.

[@TheHandyman1]

I haven't seen it before. Has it already been done?

[@N2LADIES55]

@@TheHandyman1 These were made in the 1960s by several different companies. Why it didn't take off I don't know. 66.media.tumblr.com/5a8532f8d0708b8dab36856ab22cc640/tumblr_nfb50aLIoG1tmcj35o1_1280.jpg 66.media.tumblr.com/903a4f88e2eb80db2ab0372a370a9137/tumblr_ngaom6jEvw1tmcj35o1_1280.jpg