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The budget-minded 120V split that promises room-cooling in 30 seconds and heat in a minute flat.

If your priority is getting cool fast on the least cash, the Manastin makes its case on speed. The maker bills rapid cooling in just 30 seconds and heating in 60 seconds, driven by a high-efficiency rotary compressor. It tops out at 750 square feet, so it covers the same large room the pricier 12,000 BTU units do, and it runs on 115V — standard outlet power.

Where it trims cost is the efficiency rating. At 17 SEER2 it sits below the 19 and 20 SEER2 units on this list, so it uses more power for the same cooling than the higher-rated Mountman above. You trade a bit of monthly efficiency for a lower sticker. What it keeps is the R32 refrigerant, self-cleaning, and automatic defrost that holds heating steady even as cold as -4°F, plus five operating modes and four fan speeds with Turbo, ECO, Sleep, and Silent settings.

The 205 kilowatt-hours-per-year figure the maker lists is one of the lower annual consumption numbers in this group. At 36 ratings it is a newer listing than the crowd favorites, so long-term durability is still being written. Owners call it simple to use, quick to cool, and quiet enough to sleep next to. If a friend had to self-install a 12,000 BTU unit in a single-car garage and wanted the cheapest reliable path, this is the one the price-minded reach for.

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Mountman’s second 12,000 BTU pick leans harder on efficiency, with a 5 Star BEE rating and year-round heat.

This is the sibling to the top pick and shares its core recipe: 12,000 BTU, 19 SEER2, and 115V standard-outlet power for rooms up to 750 square feet. Where it nudges ahead on paper is the compressor, running rotary scroll and rotary vane. It also carries a 5 Star BEE rating, the top efficiency tier in that labeling system. The pre-charged R32 refrigerant and inverter technology cut those repeated compressor startup cycles that wear a unit down over time.

Comfort features read the same as its twin — four modes (Cool, Heat, Dry, Fan), four fan speeds, Sleep Mode at 26dB, and ECO Mode rated up to 30% energy savings. The remote display shuts off after 10 seconds of idle so it does not glow in a dark room. Self-cleaning and auto-defrost round out the maintenance list.

Buyers report it holding a room steady at 70°F and running quietly on the low fan setting. Owners mention it holding a room steady at 70°F, cooling a home office without a noticeable bump in the electric bill, and running quietly on the low indoor fan setting. It beats the 17 SEER2 Manastin on efficiency and matches its coverage, which is why it ranks here for someone who wants the Mountman formula with a little more polish. The one repeated shipping scuff is a dented outdoor cabinet, and an occasional unit has arrived with a loose wiring connection that a tightening fixes.

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The only 110V pick with a perfect rating so far — a 9,000 BTU unit built for a bedroom, not a barn.

Small rooms do not need a 12,000 BTU brute, and this MEPTY proves the point. At 9,000 BTU it cools and heats up to 450 square feet, which is a bedroom, a home office, a studio, or a single room you want to stop sweating in. It runs on 110V — standard household power — and scores the same 19 SEER2 as the larger Mountman units, with advanced inverter technology that flexes the compressor speed to save energy. The maker rates it up to 30% energy savings through that intelligent frequency adjustment.

You get fast temperature changes: the maker quotes a 30-second cooldown and a 60-second heat-up. It comes pre-charged with R32 refrigerant (a newer, lower-global-warming coolant) and has four core modes — cooling, heating, fan, and dehumidifying — with four fan speeds and an up-down air swing that spreads cool or warm air evenly instead of blasting one spot.

As a second or third unit for a rental property, this is the practical buy. Customers note fast cooling, a quiet outdoor unit, and that the full remote and batteries are in the box. It even handles winter, with one noting it heats well at 15-20°F and cools fast when it is 85-97°F outside — so it genuinely works both seasons, unlike a cooling-only window box. A couple of buyers had to buy the mounting brackets separately, and heavy use of a whole 2,200 sq. ft. space will leave a far corner warm, so keep this to the room it is sized for.

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Runs 110 to 120V, earns Energy Star, and pre-cools your room before you even walk in the door.

The hook here is control, not just cooling. This 9,000 BTU unit runs on 115V, fits the 110 to 120 volt range, and is rated 19 SEER2 with an Energy Star certification for long-term efficiency. It covers spaces up to 400 square feet — a bedroom, office, or shared living space — and adds a 7-speed fan for finer airflow tuning than the four-speed units offer.

The smart layer is what separates it. You control it over Wi-Fi and an app, and the geolocation feature preconditions your space before you arrive, so you walk into a cooled room instead of waiting for it. Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility means hands-free voice adjustments. The complete install kit bundles a 16.4 ft. copper line set, pre-charged R454B refrigerant, a drain hose, wiring, and a wall sleeve — and R454B is a next-generation refrigerant with low Global Warming Potential.

Cold-climate buyers get real help here: inverter technology, auto defrost, and a smart pan heater keep it heating through subzero temperatures, and it carries a 5-year warranty on parts and the compressor. Owners say it performs better than its price suggests and installs simply. Some friction shows up around the app — the Wi-Fi can be finicky to connect, and DIY registering is trickier without an install receipt, so plan on a certified technician for the refrigerant balancing this unit calls for.

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A 115V split that pushes efficiency to 22 SEER2 and drops to a whisper in mute mode.

Most budget 12,000 BTU units settle around 19 SEER2, and this Garvee steps up to 22 — a jump in efficiency you feel at the meter over a summer of nonstop running. It runs on 115V standard power, covers 700 to 750 square feet, and uses inverter technology to adjust power frequency and cut compressor cycling, which both extends lifespan and keeps the room steady. Five modes — cooling, heating, dry, auto, and fan — plus eco and sleep modes and a 24-hour timer cover year-round use.

For bedroom duty, the mute-mode figure matters: 23dB is close to the floor of what any mini split here advertises, and it is backed by a slim, modern wall design. Smart control comes through an app with Wi-Fi support and remote access, so you can pre-cool or pre-heat from your phone.

It pairs 22 SEER2 efficiency with app and Wi-Fi control. Compare it to the 17 SEER2 Manastin above — this Garvee scores higher on efficiency and adds app control, for a modest step up in price. The one consensus grumble is temperature display: several owners could not switch the unit from Celsius to Fahrenheit until they learned to hold the Cool and Heat buttons at the same time. A few found the factory flares leaked and had to be re-flared, so triple-check the fittings before you charge the system.

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Heats harder than it cools — 12,500 BTU of winter output in a 115V package built for garages and workshops.

Many mini splits focus on cooling and treat heating as an afterthought, but this EXNOS flips that. It cools at 12,000 BTU but heats at 12,500 BTU, so it has real winter power for a garage, sunroom, workshop, coffee trailer, or home addition. It runs on 115V and covers up to 750 square feet, holding a range of 61°F to 88°F indoors with Turbo mode to reach your target fast — its airflow moves about 350 CFM (cubic feet per minute, a measure of how much air it pushes) to spread that air evenly instead of dumping it in one corner.

Efficiency sits at 19 SEER2 and HSPF2 8.5, with the maker claiming up to 36% less energy use than standard units, and ECO mode trimming power further without giving up comfort. Sleep mode runs as quietly as 26dB with a dimmable LED display for nighttime use. Four modes — cooling, heating, fan, and dehumidification — plus vertical swing and multiple fan speeds round out the control set.

One hard limit to plan around: the outdoor unit needs temperatures above 19°F to heat properly, so this is not a deep-winter machine for northern climates. It ships pre-charged but still needs vacuuming for peak performance and a 5-year warranty backs it. Buyers cool a 400 sq. ft. room quickly in mid-90s heat, call it very quiet, and find the Wi-Fi useful. The common shipping note is a dented exterior unit, though customer service has been responsive when that happens.

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A 20 SEER2 unit rated to heat at -4°F and cool at 127°F — built for weather that breaks other splits.

If your climate swings hard in both directions, the rated temperature window here is the selling point. The outdoor chassis uses electrical heating to keep running at -4°F, and the unit is rated to cool even at 127°F — extremes that would leave many mini splits struggling. It runs on 115V standard power, delivers 12,000 BTU of cooling and 12,000 BTU of heating, and covers up to 750 square feet with a 20 SEER2 efficiency rating.

The control package is broad. You get Wi-Fi and app operation, voice control that works with Alexa and Google Assistant, and the included remote for quick changes. Airflow is where it gets granular: 7 modes including auto, cool, heat, dry, fan, ECO, and sleep, plus 8 fan speeds and a 4D airflow design to push air around the room rather than at one spot. A child lock keeps curious hands from changing your settings, and the self-clean function plus removable washable filters make upkeep simple. It runs as quietly as 28dB with a 24-hour timer.

Installation is the honest caveat — the maker itself says it should be done by a professional technician, and buyers echo that it needs basic electrical knowledge. Reviewers point out rooms cooled in 30-45 minutes, quiet running, and good value. A few note a slightly noisy start-up before it settles into near-silent operation, and the included copper line is about 16.4 ft., so longer runs need added pipe.