Vissani VAW08V1AWTSvsWhirlpool WHAW-081IN
Side-by-side air conditioner comparison
Vissani VAW08V1AWTS
Cooling Capacity
7800BTU/hr
CEER
13.70BTU/Wh
Voltage
115V
Weight
33.1lb
Whirlpool WHAW-081IN
Cooling Capacity
8000BTU/hr
CEER
15BTU/Wh
Voltage
115V
Weight
61.7lb
Key differences
Whirlpool WHAW-081IN is 9% more efficient at 15.00 BTU/Wh versus 13.70 BTU/Wh for the Vissani VAW08V1AWTS. The Whirlpool WHAW-081IN is larger at 8000 BTU/hr versus 7800 BTU/hr.
Performance
| Spec | Vissani | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling Capacity(BTU/hr) | 7800 | 8000 |
| CEER(BTU/Wh) | 13.70 | 15 |
| Variable Speed Compressor | Yes | Yes |
| Heating Mode | No | No |
Electrical
| Spec | Vissani | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage(V) | 115 | 115 |
Dimensions
| Spec | Vissani | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Width(in) | 16 | 24.2 |
| Height(in) | 12.1 | 16.1 |
| Depth(in) | 13.3 | 20.7 |
| Weight(lb) | 33.1 | 61.7 |
Installation
| Spec | Vissani | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Window | Window |
| Product Class | 2. Without reverse cycle, with louvered sides, and 6, 000 to 7, 999 Btu/h | 3. Without reverse cycle, with louvered sides, and 8, 000 to 13, 999 Btu/h |
| Mounting Type | Does Not Straddle Window or Windowsill | Straddles Window |
| Support Bracket | No | Yes |
| Casement Window | None | None |
Refrigerant
| Spec | Vissani | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Type | R-32 | R-32 |
| GWP Rating | R-32 (GWP:675 | Lower GWP) | R-32 (GWP:675 | Lower GWP) |