Pick the Daikin Entra 12,000 BTU 230V if you prefer R-32. Pick the Senville LETO 12,000 BTU 115V if you need a stated cold-weather rating and you only have a 115V circuit nearby.
The central trade-off
Efficiency. The Daikin Entra 12,000 BTU 230V lists 18 SEER2; the Senville LETO 12,000 BTU 115V lists 20.8 SEER.
Cold weather. The Senville LETO 12,000 BTU 115V is rated to heat down to 5°F; the Daikin Entra 12,000 BTU 230V's listing doesn't state a low-temperature limit.
Power. The Senville LETO 12,000 BTU 115V runs on 115V; the other needs a 230V circuit.
Refrigerant. R-32 in the Daikin Entra 12,000 BTU 230V, R-454B in the Senville LETO 12,000 BTU 115V.
Noise. The Senville LETO 12,000 BTU 115V lists 28 dB indoors at its quietest, against 29 dB.
Side by side
| Specification | Daikin Entra 12,000 BTU 230V | Senville LETO 12,000 BTU 115V |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling (maker) | 12000 BTU | 12000 BTU |
| Heating (maker) | 11,300 BTU | Not stated by the maker |
| SEER2 | 18 | 20.8 |
| HSPF2 | 9 | Not stated by the maker |
| Heats down to (maker) | Not stated by the maker | 5°F |
| Voltage | 230 V | 110 V |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-454B |
| Room size (maker) | 550 sq ft | 700 sq ft |
| Indoor noise (maker) | 29 db | 28 db |
| Line set included | Not stated by the maker | 16ft. line set |
| Warranty | 5 Year Manufacturer Warranty | 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 need a stated cold-weather rating
- You only have a 115V circuit nearby
- You prefer R-454B