Our verdict
Pick the Cooper & Hunter MIA 12,000 BTU 115V if it's going in a bedroom. Pick the Senville LETO 12,000 BTU 115V if you prefer Senville's support and parts network and its stated figures suit your room.
The central trade-off
Efficiency. The Cooper & Hunter MIA 12,000 BTU 115V lists 21.2 SEER2; the Senville LETO 12,000 BTU 115V lists 20.8 SEER.
Cold weather. Both are rated to heat down to 5°F.
Noise. The Cooper & Hunter MIA 12,000 BTU 115V lists 26 dB indoors at its quietest, against 28 dB.
Side by side
| Specification | Cooper & Hunter MIA 12,000 BTU 115V | Senville LETO 12,000 BTU 115V |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling (maker) | 12000 BTU | 12000 BTU |
| Heating (maker) | Not stated by the maker | Not stated by the maker |
| SEER2 | 21.2 | 20.8 |
| HSPF2 | Not stated by the maker | Not stated by the maker |
| Heats down to (maker) | 5°F | 5°F |
| Voltage | 115 V | 110 V |
| Refrigerant | R-454B | R-454B |
| Room size (maker) | 550 sq ft | 700 sq ft |
| Indoor noise (maker) | 26 db | 28 db |
| Line set included | Not stated by the maker | 16ft. line set |
| Warranty | (Manufacturer) 7 years for compressor, 5 years for parts | Not stated by the maker |
Values are the makers' published specifications. "Not stated" means the maker doesn't publish it.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Senville LETO 12,000 BTU 115V if
- You prefer Senville's support and parts network
- Its stated figures suit your room