Friedrich WCVT16B30AvsMidea MAW18R2VWT
Side-by-side air conditioner comparison
Friedrich WCVT16B30A
Cooling Capacity
16800BTU/hr
CEER
12.60BTU/Wh
Voltage
230V
Weight
110lb
Midea MAW18R2VWT
Cooling Capacity
18000BTU/hr
CEER
15BTU/Wh
Voltage
230V
Weight
95.9lb
Key differences
Midea MAW18R2VWT is 16% more efficient at 15.00 BTU/Wh versus 12.60 BTU/Wh for the Friedrich WCVT16B30A. The Midea MAW18R2VWT is larger at 18000 BTU/hr versus 16800 BTU/hr. Overall, the Midea MAW18R2VWT sits higher in the category, ranking above 87% of certified room air conditioners.
Performance
| Spec | Friedrich | Midea |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling Capacity(BTU/hr) | 16800 | 18000 |
| CEER(BTU/Wh) | 12.60 | 15 |
| Variable Speed Compressor | Yes | Yes |
| Heating Mode | No | No |
Electrical
| Spec | Friedrich | Midea |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage(V) | 230 | 230 |
Dimensions
| Spec | Friedrich | Midea |
|---|---|---|
| Width(in) | 26.5 | 23.6 |
| Height(in) | 15.2 | 17.9 |
| Depth(in) | 21 | 25.4 |
| Weight(lb) | 110 | 95.9 |
Installation
| Spec | Friedrich | Midea |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Through the Wall | Window |
| Product Class | 9. Without reverse cycle, without louvered sides, and 14, 000 to 19, 999 Btu/h | 4. Without reverse cycle, with louvered sides, and 14, 000 to 19, 999 Btu/h |
| Mounting Type | Does Not Straddle Window or Windowsill | Does Not Straddle Window or Windowsill |
| Support Bracket | Yes | No |
| Casement Window | None | None |
Refrigerant
| Spec | Friedrich | Midea |
|---|---|---|
| Type | R-32 | R-32 |
| GWP Rating | R-32 (GWP:675 | Lower GWP) | R-32 (GWP:675 | Lower GWP) |