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Midea 12,000 BTU U-Shaped Smart Inverter Air Conditioner–Cools up to 550 Sq. Ft., Ultra Quiet with Open Window Flexibility, Works with Alexa/Google Assistant, 35% Energy Savings, Remote Control

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Size: 12000 BTU


Features

  • ULTRA QUIET - The U-shape design of Midea U Smart Inverter AC uses your window to block noise outside. The highly-efficient inverter system warrants ultra-low noise and vibration, 9x quieter than traditional units with operation as low as 32 dBA.Control Type : Electronic. Clean Filter Indicator Light : Yes. Rated Cooling Amps (AHAM) : 12.17..Refrigerant : R32. Cooling Watts : 1140W.
  • MORE THAN 35% ENERGY SAVINGS - With the advanced DC Inverter technology, Midea U achieves over 35% energy savings compared to other traditional units. It is the first window AC to obtain the ENERGY STAR Most Efficient Certification
  • SMART CONTROL - Midea U Smart Inverter AC is Wi-Fi enabled and can be controlled from anywhere using the MSmartHome app on iOS or Android. You can also use voice commands throughout your house, office, or apartment using Alexa or Google Assistant devices
  • FLEXIBLE WINDOW OPENING - The U-shaped design allows your window to open, bringing fresh air into your home and maintaining more of your view when the unit is installed. When the window is closed, the Anti-Theft Mechanism locks the window for added safety
  • ROBUST INSTALLATION - Install the included quick-snap bracket, set the unit on the bracket, and secure the sidearms. Then you are all done and ready to enjoy. Available for single-hung or double-hung windows with width 22"-36", minimal height at 13.75"

Description

Introducing the first U-shaped Inverter Window Air Conditioner allows you to open or close your window while the unit is installed. Ultra Quiet - The U-shaped design blocks the noise from the outside compressor. Long-distance Airflow up to 20 feet - The strong Airflow allows you to feel the cold air up to 20 feet away. Warranty - 1 Year Parts & Labor Warranty comes with each Midea product to ensure the quality of our brand to our customers. Our team is happy to help if any questions or issues arise, and make sure to register your product on our website for even faster support in the future. FAQs: 1. Does the product comes with a mounting bracket and mounting accessories? - The product includes a quick-snap bracket. No separate purchase is needed. 2. This is my first installation experience. How can I install the item? - You can read the instruction of the installation manual or watch the installation video on the detail page. 3. I found that there are missing parts in the package. - Please check the packages to avoid missing accessories in the corner or under the foam (ex., L brackets). We are always happy to assist you by hotline and email. 4. There is a gap between the body and the accessories after installation. - Please watch the installation video on the product page for steps to seal the gap. 5. The machine is not cooling or cooling slowly. - Please select the appropriate capacity section according to the recommended area. (2) Check if the machine is in cooling mode. (3) May need a larger unit depending on your area's climate. 6. Can the display light of the machine and the key "beep" sound be turned off? - Yes, you can turn off the display light and sound in the new application .

Specs & Other Info

Specification Details
Brand Name Midea
Capacity of Cooling 12000 British Thermal Units
Unique Features Dust Filter, Rapid Cooling, Humidity Control
Product Measurement 19.17"D x 21.97"W x 13.46"H
Energy Star Rating 5 Star
Manufacturing Year 2022
Energy Efficiency Ratio (Seasonal) 15 SEER
Product Color White
Electric Potential 115 Volts
Acoustic Noise Level 42 dB
Weight of Item 58.9 pounds
Manufacturer's Name Midea
Country of Manufacture China
Item Model Identification MAW12V1QWT
Maintenance Instructions Regularly clean your air conditioner to maintain its new look. Prior to cleaning, unplug the unit to avoid any risk of electric shock or fire.
Warranty Information One year limited warranty from the date of initial purchase. (Valid only for purchases made through authorized sellers)
Package Inclusions Window Bracket, Remote Control
Suitable Surface Area 550 Square Feet
Cord Length 77.95 Inches

Frequently asked questions

The Midea 12,000 BTU air conditioner can cool spaces up to 550 square feet, making it ideal for medium-sized rooms or open-plan spaces.

Yes, this particular model works with smart assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. You can control the settings using voice commands when connected.

This air conditioner is equipped with an inverter that reduces energy consumption by up to 35%. It has an U-shaped design, which allows you to open your window while the AC is installed, providing additional energy savings.

The remote control offers the convenience of adjusting the settings, modes, and on and off times from anywhere in the room. Coupled with smart assistant compatibility, it provides you with multiple ways to control your AC.

Top Amazon Reviews

🚀 Abunda's Overview

This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.


The Midea 8000 BTU AC unit is reviewed as an effective and energy-efficient cooling option. One reviewer praised it for significantly reducing their energy consumption and found it extremely competent in cooling large spaces. However, the product's complex installation process and a series of design flaws were highlighted as downsides by another user who highlighted the lack of drainage holes and abundant air gaps.

Pros

  • 🔋 Significant energy savings can be achieved.
  • 🌬 Excellent cooling performance, especially in larger spaces.
  • 🔇 Quiet operation of the unit, even when working hard.
  • 💡 Features built-in dehumidifiers for additional comfort.

Cons

  • 👎 Complex and time-consuming installation process.
  • 💧 Lack of drainage holes leading to water accumulation.
  • 🕳 Numerous air gaps that can potentially waste energy.
  • ⏰ Long delivery times and ambiguity of stock availability.

Should I Buy It?

If you do not mind a complex installation process and potential minor modifications of your unit, the Midea 8000 BTU AC unit is a viable option. However, if you value simplicity and a quick installation, you might want to hold off and consider the next iteration of this product. Nonetheless, for energy-saving and cooling capabilities, it is a solid investment.


  • Quiet, cool, small, and easy to install. Ordering and shipping, disappointing.
Size: 12000 BTU
First, amazingly quiet. The TV can be at normal listening volume and at times you forget it's on, about the same as your average refrigerator compressor. Even on High setting with boost enabled it's no louder than a small table-top fan. What a remarkable change from even our previous, "modern" Frigidaire 12,000btu unit from the big box store. The mini-split inspired construction, modern components and re-arranging of their position completely change how this thing works and how you should use it. The unit is meant to generally run all the time and simply cycle up and down as needed for maintaining your rooms temperature. This is different from traditional window units that cut on and off to chill the room. There are sensors connected to the fan and compressor and in auto mode they work harder or hardly at all maintaining the temp. For example, if my windows are all closed all day, it keeps the apartment at it's current the setting, ie 70º, with the fan and compressor barely running on a 80-90º day. If I open a window for a good length of time to water plants, cook, or have many people coming in and out of the apartment, or the afternoon sun hits the windows the unit will ramp up to overcome the warm air and cool things back down. It's a very subtle and set and forget situation and since it's generally so quiet you might only notice the fan moving air rather than any noise itself. There's NO loud dreadfull "ker-chunk, garrrrrrrr...." sound that clunks on and off, at all. Only noise similar to my old unit is on humid days you can hear the fan splash the accumulated condensation in the pan as it helps cool the outside components, this is minimal at best, and a whispy fan noise can be heard on high with the louver swinging up and down. I have no vibration noises either. The app was simple to connect my iphone to the unit with QR code and steps you through the process. The app provides added functionality. It must connect to your 2.4Ghz Wifi. The app allows for "boost mode" which resolves some complaints of poor cooling power, it also can disable the beeps and LED indicators on the unit (I wish it would allow you to dim these). You can set cooling schedules, and choose "Express Run" which is basically a preset you can tell it to ramp to with one click. Most importantly it allows you to control the unit while away from home and provides inside and outside temp. When you first get it installed run it at lowest setting, fan at 100% and in boost mode for up to 8 hours to bring the place down to the desired temp. Then you can switch out of boost mode etc. This may take a few hours to get everything cooled down. If you previously had no AC in your room, apt, home, realize everything is physically warm, your walls, couches, furniture, not just the air. Any AC has to deal with this and once your space is cooled, keeping and maintaining it at a cool temp is far easier than the first time. The AC itself is small, while the inside portion extends forward into the room more than the previous units, the over all general size is *far* smaller than previous giant 12,000btu units. This fact and how it does allow more light and sight through the window is remarkable and adds value. Particularly for those of us in urban settings or with limited windows. Total installation time took me a maximum of 45 minutes, that's far less than any other window mount / AC combo I've had. I watched the manufacture's 2021 tutorial videos on youtube and a few others ahead of time. One or two viewings of these videos and then following along while installing and it went smoothly, no issues. I have a pre-war apartment in NYC with aluminum double pane lipped windows. Because of decorative limestone outside below the window, the distance from the inside bottom of the sill to the outside wall meant I had to use the last hole on the bracket and took some wiggling and fussing to get it to sit perfectly Once it did it was perfect and at the perfect angle on a level. Tip: before proceeding, superglue the rubber feet, they are on loosely likely to fall off when adjusting the bracket. Cutting the supplied foam, stuffing extra bits into open area or over small holes was simple and I am very glad they give you plenty of variety to make a nice clean installation. For the side arm foam, measure twice and cut once, and before cutting label them so you know which side is which. I think if most people do their due diligence here before and during then installation the majority installations should be simple and straight forward. No other manufacturer has provided so much assistance and the methods are not complicated. Cons: The remote is quite large and unintuitive. As large as a cable box remote and yet ironically its missing some functionality that the app gives you. Perhaps they made functionality upgrades via software after they created the remote. Either way, it's a beast for an AC unit that will reside in a drawer indefinitely. I don't use Alexa, or Google for control, but I would have liked Apple HomeKit integration to unify with other lighting and home controls. The app opens quickly however and is responsive. No condensation drip line hole. Everything else is so well thought out, it would seem this is a simple thing to add for those who need it. Not that adding your own is impossible or anything but I'd prefer to avoid damage and a factory provided hole location would ensure there is enough condensate to help keep the coils cool, while keeping water from dripping on things below. Shipping and ordering was an issue that was MOST aggravating, and I see that I am not alone here. First, it took a week or more to actually place an order. Item would show available just like any other item on Amazon and delivery time would indicate "ships in 1-2 days", this for units sold at regular retail price from Amazon, (not the higher priced gougers.) Every time I'd try to complete the sale it restricted my address in NYC. Amazon CS said they are available and I should be able to place order but I could not. I tried numerous addresses in my account around the country they were all were restricted. Then early one morning it was available and the order went through. It was marked as shipped the next afternoon. But..... it didnt actually "ship." The Amazon warehouse printed the UPS label which marked it shipped on their site but it didnt leave for almost two weeks. During which the arrival time kept moving, and CS had no clue how to answer this except to offer a refund and cancelation. When it did start to move it was shipped from a NJ Amazon warehouse to NYC, transit taking only a day and a half. Look, two weeks for something like this doesn't bother me, if that's what it takes. Its the poor setting of expectations that is infuriating, not to mention that where I live being able to receive packages as they arrive is important to avoid theft. Furthermore I was ahead of a heatwave by more than a week, but it arrived afterwards! Had I known to expect this it wouldn't even be on my mind, but every day you wouldn't know if your order would be canceled or backordered or what. Because so many people had the same issue, I wasted time with CS trying to figure out where my product is and if I will actually receive it. The UPS delivery man said they've delivered dozens in my neighborhood, I believe them, I've seen at least six on my walks around and I understand why, it's an amazing unit. Highly recommend. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2021 by TNPrime TNPrime

  • Most quiet, efficient AC unit ever. (But BEWARE Encompass, Midea's customer service contractor!!!)
Size: 8000 BTU
Game changer indeed. Put the unit in this afternoon, was completely blown away by how QUIET it is. We'll see if it continues to perform as beautifully as it has been doing all afternoon into the evening. Heat wave today and the bedroom is cool and quiet. Installation was a bit "off road", had to make adaptations and adjustments but as the manual clearly states, "All the illustrations in this manual are for explanation purposes only. The actual installation may vary." Indeed. But Midea supplies tons of screws, brackets and various forms of foam. Use your instincts and you'll be fine. Bottom line? The thing isn't going to fall out of the window since the window is three quarters of the way down INSIDE the unit. I had to use some of the differing foam pieces to totally block out little cracks and spaces here and there but that's why they provided the materials. Smart move. Incredible features, energy efficient like almost no other AC unit, perfect cooling and QUIET like we've never experienced with an AC. We have never had a unit in our bedroom because of the gurgling, groaning, sputtering etc. of fans and compressors but so far this thing sounds like a small room fan on low. Amazing. Update: Slept like a rock last night, never heard the compressor going on and off and the fan on medium sounds like a small high end room fan. Very light white noise. Every AC unit we've owned has been sold to us as "the quietest" and they always sound like some sort of transport vehicle shifting in and out of gears. Not this unit. Truly delivers the goods across the board. Buy this thing before they stop making it because such high quality may end up not being cost effective for the manufacturer. Thank you Midea!!! Update: Changing to 4 star rating based on interactions with Encompass, the repair/warranty company Midea uses for all it's customer service stuff. Bedroom 8000btu still working great after a couple weeks. Ordered a 10000BTU unit for living room, it arrived dented and banged up and made noises when I fired it up. No good. Encompass is totally useless, long wait for phone service, unhelpful and unknowledgeable about the unit. Heaven help us if we need warranty repairs in the first year. You're basically on your own. I called Amazon and within half an hour a new unit was on the way and they set up a pick up of the damaged unit. Jeff Bezos may be taking over the world and paying people nothing for their work but on this one, he did me more than right. New unit arrived today, almost as quiet as the 8000 unit, a bit noisier, more chatter and chirping from the compressor and fan but miles quieter than my old unit. And again, installation is a bit "off road", lots of improvising with foam and the outside bracket but everything seems good. Hope the two units hold up as I never want to call Encompass again. Buying these units is a bit of an experiment, hope it pays off over time as well as it has in a few weeks. Update: A year later. The best AC units EVER made. Quiet, efficient, economical... and did we say quiet??? We can't recommend higher. I still have the caveat of Midea's service contractor, Encompass, awful, but the unit works as well if not better than it did a year ago so hopefully we won't need to call them! Go for it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2020 by J. Walker

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