Midea u shaped 8000 btu window AC variable capacity and power consumption testing and review

The app works much better than Friedrich's app and so far has stayed connected for weeks without issue. This AC cools down a room much faster than typical window ACs I also noticed. It removes moisture better than Fredrich and Frigidaire, but LG still does a better job. This AC is also the quietest I've experienced, even quiter than my already quiet Friedrich AC. As long as you don't mind a 4 or 5 degree fluctuation in temperature then go ahead and get it. Maybe 1 day I can test an LG inverter window AC to compare.

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*We're very happy with the unit. Pretty Easy to instal **Fastly.Cool** too.*

[dstein]

I’m considering a midea cause my LG is so damn loud.and this LG is consumer reports most recommended unit

[antoniosgarlata]

I purchased two 12000-BTU units. They worked for two years only. The code that came up indicated loss of refrigerant. I contacted midea customer service and basically told me that I'm on my own. We will not help you because the units have only one year warranty, even though the manual states that the seals have five years warranty. Unfortunately, both units wound up in the garbage.

[gblargg]

5:40 Deal-killer there. I programmed my own controller for my window AC (it just sends it IR remote commands) and a big thing was to not have the fan run when the compressor is off. I just run the fan only when I'm away from the house, to dry the coils. I can't stand units which run the fan and re-humidify the room every cycle.

[lunaumbra]

I'm so grateful for this video. I'm considering this unit for a diy hack job since this unit is essentially the tiniest mini split.

Your video has convinced me to purchase it and at least verify your findings before I chop it to bits

[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!

[thestuff]

yea going from 77 to 81 is going from perfect to me to hot. we are so spoiled crying over 4 degree temp change lolol

[justdofus]

Is the compressor multi speed like the blower in the unit? Am trying to figure out of the wattage change is due to blower speed or compressor speed..

[Crivoh]

I have 2 of these which I love but I was thinking about trying the 14 btu lg dual inverter but idk if it's louder than the midea one

[richardsmith]

Thanks for the video. I have the 12000 btu version. The most I can get is 475 watts. It's 81 outside 74 inside ( according to the internal thermostat) and set to 72, seems like I'm not getting what I paid for

[ALIENsosa]

have you ever checked out the GE Profile 6, 150 BTU Ultra Quiet Window AC? Im getting it tomorrow. Ive been trying to decide between that one and this midea. Going with the GE because I can get it from my local lowes instead of having to wait for a delivery.

[Tall-Cool-Drink]

Take the flap off to allow the air to go more up.

[muzikmon]

Well then return it What the hell are you talking about 🤣

What matters the most is how quiet it is, does it cool the room, Will it save money, will It keep the humidity at a normal level that's comfortable for people.

ALL ABOVE YES!!

[williampennjr.]

Its Not variable speed. I've had it set at 72 d for over an hour. Its colder than 72 but still running full blast. I havent heard any change in fan speed.
Its not quiet. Its the same distance from my tv and its just as loud.
The timer doesn't even work. I set it for 3 hours and its still running. The thing is a piece of shit worse than my old A/c because at least the timer works and it has a manual.

[wendyburton]

And there's no way to find out how to use the remote. Lol

[miker]

The outside air temp directly effects the condenser side head pressure and the wattage needed for the refrigerant to condense. Here in AZ when the temp often reaches 105 degrees the condenser pressure would be around 530 PSI where at 80 degrees you are looking at about only 370 PSI. That which would make a big difference in wattage at full capacity. Another variable is, with only 60 degree room temp, the unit would need to limit it's capacity to avoid icing of the inside evaporator coil. I would imagine the unit is designed for peak operation at around 100 degree outside air and 72 degrees inside air temps and 50% humidity. That being said, Variable Capacity with it's added benefit of soft starting, which in the past was only available with commercial AC, are a tremendous improvement over traditional residential designs.

[dylan-vcte]

Would you be able to tell me what the peak draw is right when the compressor turns on? I'm trying to see if this will work for a bus build and want to make sure my inverter can handle it.

[wendyburton]

I just leave mine on 65° at high speed all the time. Even if you raise the temperature to 78 or so it never kicks off so it's easier just to shut it off when needed.

[BlitzkriegEntertain]

Hey man do you mind doing a video of turning it down as low as possible (temp) and getting the watt hour readings of the manual settings from low, med and high. I’m going to do a custom install in my van and trying to get an idea of power consumption between those different settings while it’s trying to pump as cold as possible. I would greatly appreciate it!

[TFSGEO]

You are the first video I've seen that mentions such a large fluctuation. That's definitely a deal breaker for me. Are you still seeing this issue?