93.8
Best for light sleepers and smart home enthusiasts needing quiet, automated cooling
- 28 ft/s Max Velocity
- 90 Degree Oscillation
- DC Brushless Motor
$80
Head to head · Air Conditioning
Duo 14, 000 BTU (12 vs Duo 14, 000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
Ravvy scores Duo 14, 000 BTU (12 at 89.18 and Duo 14, 000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner at 89.09. Duo 14, 000 BTU (12 takes the overall pick, best for home office workers and light sleepers who need quiet, efficient cooling.
Ravvy pick
Midea
Duo 14, 000 BTU (12
89.2
Price unavailable
Buy the Midea Duo if you want the most efficient portable cooling available, provided you can handle a slightly bulkier window installation.
$590
Buy the Midea Duo if you want window-unit performance in a portable form factor, provided you can manage its heavy 75-pound frame.
How they score
| Factor | Duo 14, 000 BTU (12 | Duo 14, 000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Level | 92 | 92 |
| Cooling Speed | 94 | 95 |
| Smart Features | 88 | – |
| Energy Efficiency | 96.5 | 94.5 |
| Installation Ease | 72 | 72 |
| Portability | – | 65 |
Duo 14, 000 BTU (12
What owners praise
- Innovative hose-in-hose design eliminates negative pressure
- Inverter technology saves up to 40 percent on energy costs
- Extremely quiet 42dB operation on low settings
- Fast cooling response compared to single-hose competitors
- Seamless integration with Alexa and Google Assistant
What to know first
- Hose assembly is bulkier and stiffer than standard hoses
- At 75 pounds, it is difficult to move between floors
- Higher price point than non-inverter portable units
Skip it if users with very narrow windows or those unable to lift a 75-pound unit
Duo 14, 000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
What owners praise
- Innovative dual-hose design prevents hot air seepage
- Variable-speed inverter saves up to 40% on energy
- Extremely quiet operation at only 42 decibels
- Fast cooling capacity for rooms up to 550 square feet
- Robust smart app and voice control integration
What to know first
- At 75 pounds it is difficult to move between floors
- Dual hose assembly is bulkier than standard tubes
- Higher initial price point than non-inverter models
Skip it if small apartments with very narrow windows or frequent movers
Specs side by side
| Spec | Duo 14, 000 BTU (12 | Duo 14, 000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner |
|---|---|---|
| UPC | 810040945380 | 840296520833 |
| ASIN | B091CJVD2N | B0GV45RBM2 |
| GTIN | 810040945380 | 840296520833 |
| Brand | Midea | Midea |
| Color | Black | Black |
| Noise | 42 db | 42 db |
| Voltage | 115 volts | 115 volts |
| Wattage | 1300 watts | 1300 watts |
| Capacity | 6 cubic feet | 6 cubic feet |
| Room Type | Bedroom, Living Room | Bedroom, Living Room |
| Brand Name | Midea | Midea |
| Efficiency | High | – |
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