Friedrich WCVT16B30AvsWhirlpool WHAW-181IN
Side-by-side air conditioner comparison
Friedrich WCVT16B30A
Cooling Capacity
16800BTU/hr
CEER
12.60BTU/Wh
Voltage
230V
Weight
110lb
Whirlpool WHAW-181IN
Cooling Capacity
18000BTU/hr
CEER
14.40BTU/Wh
Voltage
230V
Weight
105.8lb
Key differences
Whirlpool WHAW-181IN is 13% more efficient at 14.40 BTU/Wh versus 12.60 BTU/Wh for the Friedrich WCVT16B30A. The Whirlpool WHAW-181IN is larger at 18000 BTU/hr versus 16800 BTU/hr. Overall, the Whirlpool WHAW-181IN sits higher in the category, ranking above 87% of certified room air conditioners.
Performance
| Spec | Friedrich | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling Capacity(BTU/hr) | 16800 | 18000 |
| CEER(BTU/Wh) | 12.60 | 14.40 |
| Variable Speed Compressor | Yes | Yes |
| Heating Mode | No | No |
Electrical
| Spec | Friedrich | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage(V) | 230 | 230 |
Dimensions
| Spec | Friedrich | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Width(in) | 26.5 | 30 |
| Height(in) | 15.2 | 20.7 |
| Depth(in) | 21 | 28.8 |
| Weight(lb) | 110 | 105.8 |
Installation
| Spec | Friedrich | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Straddles Window |
| Support Bracket | Yes | Yes |
| Casement Window | None | None |
Refrigerant
| Spec | Friedrich | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Type | R-32 | R-32 |
| GWP Rating | R-32 (GWP:675 | Lower GWP) | R-32 (GWP:675 | Lower GWP) |