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Packaged Air Conditioner Ratings

With our packaged air conditioner ratings, you can compare packaged central ac units side by side using our Head To Head tool.

You can compare over 90 models in sixteen categories such as warranty, efficiency, construction, availability, & where they are made.

You can also read the individual reviews of each brand below.

Our simple rating system gives each brand a color code and a star rating. If the card is green, then, that is one of the top picks from HvacRepairGuy. If the card is yellow, then, that would be a budget pick from HvacRepairgGuy. If the card is red, then, the brand is not recommended by HvacRepairGuy. It truly is like you were taking a repairman shopping with you!

HvacRepairGuy's 2023 Top Pick

ACiQ


★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in Mexico by Carrier and the air conditioners can be purchased online through hvacdirect but the guarantee on the brand is not as good as some of the other brands. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as earth friendly as brands that use R32. The PAJ4 model is a basic 14 SEER air conditioner that is relatively noisy with a sound rating of 72 decibels. They use louvered panel construction which provides superior protection of the condenser coil from hail and other mechanical damage. They are designed for ground level installation on narrow lots. The brand does not offer models that qualify for the HvacRepairGuy premium and ultimate categories.

AIREASE

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This is a brand from Allied Air Enterprises which is a part of Lennox International. All of the units feature their MHT technology which includes rifled tubing to enhance refrigerant flow and lanced fins for more surface contact between the coil and the air which maximizes the heat transfer to maintain a compact unit at higher efficiencies. They use louvered panel construction which provides superior protection of the condenser coil from hail and other mechanical damage. The units are only sold through authorized dealers in the USA and only have an average guarantee. They are field convertible between horizontal and down flow and have a drain pan float switch that shuts off the unit if the condensate drain gets clogged. This prevents damage to interior spaces from condensate dripping down from the roof. The brand offers an optional electric heat kit in sizes from 5-20 kw and have an insulated anti-microbial drain pan to inhibit mold growth. They use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as brands with R32 refrigerant. The PRPAC14 models are basic air conditioners with a 13.4 SEER efficiency and a 78 decibel sound rating which is roughly equivalent to the sound from an alarm clock. The PRPAC16 premium air conditioners are quieter due to their two stage scroll compressors and compressor blankets. They also have a variable speed blower motor for quieter and more efficient operation. The brand does not offer a model that qualifies for the HvacRepairGuy ultimate category.

AIRQUEST

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. The guarantee on the brand is very good and includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure. The PAD4 air conditioners, a part of their Performance Series, has a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency and a noise level that is roughly equivalent to a washing machine. The units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil from hail damage. The QuietComfort Series PAR5 models are premium air conditioners that have two stage compressors and a 16 SEER efficiency but they are relatively noisy with a 72 decibel sound rating. They have louvered metal panels to protect the coil which does a much better job than the wire mesh. The brand does not offer a model that qualifies for the HvacRepairGuy ultimate category.

AIRTEMP

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These air conditioners are made in Mexico by Nortek Global HVAC for R.E. Michel Company which is a wholesale distributor. The VP7RE units have all aluminum micro-channel coils that resist corrosion but they use a wire grille with a plastic mesh screen to protect the condenser coil. That does not do very much to protect the coil fins from mechanical damage due to hail or debris from lawnmowers. The units are designed for slab mounting with horizontal air discharge and have a 14 SEER efficiency with optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5-20 kw to provide central heating. They have installed filter driers to protect the refrigerant system from the effects of moisture and variable speed blower motors for enhanced comfort with less noise. Their warranty is not as good as some of the other brands but it does have a 1 year unit replacement guarantee in the event of a compressor failure. The units are only available through a limited network of dealers in the USA and the brand does not offer models that qualify for the HvacRepairGuy premium and ultimate categories.

ALLIED

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This is a brand that is made in the USA by Allied Air Enterprises which is a part of Lennox International. All of the units feature their MHT technology which includes rifled tubing to enhance refrigerant flow and lanced fins for more surface contact between the coil and the air which maximizes the heat transfer to maintain a compact unit at higher efficiencies. They use louvered panel construction which provides superior protection of the condenser coil from hail and other mechanical damage. The units are only sold through authorized dealers in the USA and only have an average guarantee. They are field convertible between horizontal and down flow and have a drain pan float switch that shuts off the unit if the condensate drain gets clogged. This prevents damage to interior spaces from condensate dripping down from the roof. The brand offers an optional electric heat kit in sizes from 5-20 kw and have an insulated anti-microbial drain pan to inhibit mold growth. They use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as brands with R32 refrigerant. The PRPAC14 models are basic air conditioners with a constant torque blower motor, a 14 SEER efficiency and a 78 decibel sound rating which is roughly equivalent to the sound from an alarm clock. The brand does not offer models that qualify for the HvacRepairGuy premium and ultimate categories.

AMANA

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in America by Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing LP which is a part of Daikin Industries Limited. All of the units feature louvered metal panel construction with a powder coated finish for durability and to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage. The brand is only sold through their dealer network in the USA. The APCH3 units feature durable scroll compressors and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They have aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion and the units are backed by a good guarantee but it does not include total unit replacement in case of compressor failure. They offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 20 kw to provide central heating. The brand does not offer models that qualify for the HvacRepairGuy premium and ultimate categories.

AMERICAN STANDARD

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is from Trane Technologies and is sold by factory authorized dealers in the USA and Canada. The Silver 13.4 units use full louvered metal panel construction to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage. They have a durable appliance-grade finish as well as rust-resistant screws to keep the units looking good for many years. The units use all aluminum spine fin coils that are efficient at transferring heat and highly resistant to corrosion but they are harder to keep clean which can lower overall system performance. The guarantee on the units is pretty good but they only offer basic models.

AMERISTAR

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is from American Standard which is a part of Trane Technologies and is sold by factory authorized dealers in the USA. The 4TCA4 models are basic air conditioners with a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as R32 but they are backed by a decent warranty that does not include unit replacement in case of compressor failure. They use a wire guard for condenser coil protection instead of louvered panels which is cheaper but does not do a very good job of protecting the coil fins from damage. The units are field convertible from down flow (rooftop) installation to horizontal (slab) mounting and offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 20 kw to provide central heating. The 2 and 2.5 ton models use old rotary compressor technology while the 3 to 5 ton models use modern scroll compressors which are more durable. The units are very loud in operation with a 77 decibel rating which is close to the sound level from an alarm clock.

ARCOAIRE

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and the units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. The guarantee on the brand is very good and includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure. The PAD4 air conditioners, a part of their Performance Series, has a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency and a noise level that is roughly equivalent to a washing machine. The QuietComfort Series PAR5 models are premium air conditioners that have two stage compressors and a 16 SEER efficiency but they are relatively noisy with a 72 decibel sound rating.

ARMSTRONG AIR

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This is a brand that is made in the USA by ALLIED AIR ENTERPRISES which is a part of LENNOX INTERNATIONAL. All of the units feature their MHT technology which includes rifled tubing to enhance refrigerant flow and lanced fins for more surface contact between the coil and the air which maximizes the heat transfer to maintain a compact unit at higher efficiencies. They use louvered panel construction which provides superior protection of the condenser coil from hail and other mechanical damage. The units are only sold through authorized dealers in the USA and only have an average guarantee. They are field convertible between horizontal and down flow and have a drain pan float switch that shuts off the unit if the condensate drain gets clogged. This prevents damage to interior spaces from condensate dripping down from the roof. The brand offers an optional electric heat kit in sizes from 5-20 kw and have an insulated anti-microbial drain pan to inhibit mold growth. They use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as brands with R32 refrigerant. The PRPAC14 models are basic air conditioners with a 14 SEER efficiency and a 78 decibel sound rating which is roughly equivalent to the sound from an alarm clock. The PRPAC16 premium air conditioners are quieter due to their two stage scroll compressors and compressor blankets. They also have a variable speed blower motor for quieter and more efficient operation.

BROAN

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

These air conditioners are made in Mexico by NORTEK GLOBAL HVAC and the units are only available through dealers in the USA. All of the units feature all aluminum micro-channel coils that resist corrosion but they use a wire grille with a plastic mesh screen to protect the condenser coil. That does not do very much to protect the coil fins from mechanical damage due to hail or debris from lawnmowers. They offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5-20 kw to provide central heating and have installed filter driers to protect the refrigerant system from the effects of moisture. These air conditioners use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The P94RD models are basic units with a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency but they are relatively loud with a 73 decibel sound rating. The P7RE units are designed for slab mounting with horizontal air discharge and have a 14 SEER efficiency. The P7RF models are premium air conditioners with two stages of compressor operation and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They have a 16 SEER efficiency rating and a compressor blanket for noise control but they are still rather loud compared to some of the other brands. All of the units are backed by a very good warranty that includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure within ten years of installation.

BRYANT

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in Mexico by Carrier and the units are only sold through dealers in the USA. The units use louvered panel construction which is superior for condenser coil protection from hail and other debris. They have a durable baked on paint with a polyester top coat to keep the units looking good for years to come but they use R410a which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The units are relatively loud in operation with sound ratings that are roughly equivalent to a washing machine and the warranty on the units is only average as it does not include unit replacement in case of compressor failure. The PA4Z models, part of their Base Line, are basic air conditioners with fixed speed blower motors and a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency. They are suitable for slab mounting as they do not have base rails for roof curb installation. The 707C air conditioners, a part of their Legacy Line, offers the same 13.4 efficiency with a variable speed blower motor for quieter air distribution and enhanced energy savings. They have base rails and are suitable for rooftop installation. The 707E models, a part of their Preferred Series, are premium air conditioners with two stage compressors and a 15.2 SEER2 efficiency.

CARRIER

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in Mexico and is available in the USA and Canada through their authorized dealer network. The units use louvered panel construction which is superior for condenser coil protection from hail and other debris. They have a durable baked on paint with a polyester top coat to keep the units looking good for years to come but they use R410a which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The units are relatively loud in operation with sound ratings that are roughly equivalent to a washing machine and the warranty on the units is only average as it does not include unit replacement in case of compressor failure. The 50ZP models, part of their Comfort 14 series, are basic air conditioners with fixed speed blower motors and a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency. They are suitable for slab mounting as they do not have base rails for roof curb installation. The 50VL air conditioners, a part of their Comfort 14 series, offers the same 13.4 efficiency with a variable speed blower motor for quieter air distribution and enhanced energy savings. They have base rails and are suitable for rooftop installation. The 50VG models, a part of their Performance 15 series, are premium air conditioners with two stage compressors and a 15.2 SEER2 efficiency.

CENTURY

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This is a brand from HEAT CONTROLLER which is a part of MARS and is made in America but the units are only sold through factory authorized dealers in the USA. The TARG-R model 14 SEER air conditioners use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32 and they are relatively loud with noise ratings of 77 decibels. The units can be field converted from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge) and offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 20 kilowatts. The units feature a drain pan float switch that stops the unit from operating if the condensate drain becomes clogged. This can prevent damage to the inside of the building when the units are mounted on the roof. They are backed by a pretty good guarantee that includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure within the first year.

CHAMPION

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made by UNITARY PRODUCTS GROUP which is a part of JOHNSON CONTROLS. They are made in America and sold in the USA through a factory authorized dealer network. The units use stamped slotted panel construction which is cheaper but does not protect the condenser coil as well as units with louvered panels. They have durable powder coat paint and are field convertible from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge). All of the units have variable speed blower motors for quieter and more efficient operation and they offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 25 kilowatts. The PCE4 models are basic 13.4 SEER2 efficient units while the PCE6 are premium two stage cooling units with a 15.2 SEER2 efficiency. They have a 74 decibel noise rating which is roughly double the noise from a standard washing machine and the guarantee on the units is only average without a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor failure.

COLEMAN

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made by UNITARY PRODUCTS GROUP which is a part of JOHNSON CONTROLS. They are made in America and sold in the USA & Canada through a factory authorized dealer network. The units use stamped slotted panel construction which is cheaper but does not protect the condenser coil as well as units with louvered panels. They have durable powder coat paint and are field convertible from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge). All of the units have variable speed blower motors for quieter and more efficient operation and they offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 25 kilowatts. The PCE4 models are basic 13.4 SEER2 efficient units while the PCE6 are premium two stage cooling units with a 15.2 SEER2 efficiency. They have a 74 decibel noise rating which is roughly double the noise from a standard washing machine and the guarantee on the units is only average without a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor failure.

COMFORT-AIRE

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This is a brand from HEAT CONTROLLER which is a part of MARS and is made in America but the units are only sold through factory authorized dealers in the USA. The TARG-R model 14 SEER air conditioners use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32 and they are relatively loud with noise ratings of 77 decibels. The units can be field converted from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge) and offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 20 kilowatts. The units feature a drain pan float switch that stops the unit from operating if the condensate drain becomes clogged. This can prevent damage to the inside of the building when the units are mounted on the roof. They are backed by a pretty good guarantee that includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure within the first year.

COMFORTMAKER

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and the units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. The guarantee on the brand is very good and includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure. The PAD4 air conditioners, a part of their Performance Series, has a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency and a noise level that is roughly equivalent to a washing machine. The QuietComfort Series PAR5 models are premium air conditioners that have two stage compressors and a 16 SEER efficiency but they are relatively noisy with a 72 decibel sound rating. They are backed by a very good warranty that includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure within five years of installation.

CONCORD

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This is a brand from ALLIED AIR ENTERPRISES which is a part of LENNOX INTERNATIONAL. All of the units feature their MHT technology which includes rifled tubing to enhance refrigerant flow and lanced fins for more surface contact between the coil and the air and maximizes the heat transfer to maintain a compact unit at higher efficiencies. They use louvered panel construction which provides superior protection of the condenser coil from hail and other mechanical damage. The units are only sold through authorized dealers in the USA and only have an average guarantee. They are field convertible between horizontal and down flow and have a drain pan float switch that shuts off the unit if the condensate drain gets clogged. This prevents damage to interior spaces from condensate dripping down from the roof. The brand offers an optional electric heat kit in sizes from 5-20 kw and have an insulated anti-microbial drain pan to inhibit mold growth. They use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as brands with R32 refrigerant. The PRPAC14 models are basic air conditioners with a 14 SEER efficiency and a 78 decibel sound rating which is roughly equivalent to the sound from an alarm clock.

DAIKIN

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

This brand offers dedicated horizontal units and feature louvered panel construction which does a superior job of protecting the condenser coil from hail and debris from lawnmowers. They have durable scroll compressors with variable speed blower motors for efficient operation. The units use all-aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. They offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 20kw and the units are backed by a very good warranty but they are relatively loud in operation with sound levels of up to 80 decibels even though they have compressor sound blankets.

DAY & NIGHT

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and the units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. The guarantee on the brand is very good and includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure. The PAD4 air conditioners, a part of their Performance Series, has a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency and a noise level that is roughly equivalent to a washing machine. The QuietComfort Series PAR5 models are premium air conditioners that have two stage compressors and a 16 SEER efficiency but they are relatively noisy with a 72 decibel sound rating. They are backed by a very good warranty that includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure within five years of installation.

DUCANE

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This is a brand from ALLIED AIR ENTERPRISES which is a part of LENNOX INTERNATIONAL. All of the units feature their MHT technology which includes rifled tubing to enhance refrigerant flow and lanced fins for more surface contact between the coil and the air and maximizes the heat transfer to maintain a compact unit at higher efficiencies. They use louvered panel construction which provides superior protection of the condenser coil from hail and other mechanical damage. The units are only sold through authorized dealers in the USA and only have an average guarantee. They are field convertible between horizontal and down flow and have a drain pan float switch that shuts off the unit if the condensate drain gets clogged. This prevents damage to interior spaces from condensate dripping down from the roof. The brand offers an optional electric heat kit in sizes from 5-20 kw and have an insulated anti-microbial drain pan to inhibit mold growth. They use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as brands with R32 refrigerant. The PRPAC14 models are basic air conditioners with a 14 SEER efficiency and a 78 decibel sound rating which is roughly equivalent to the sound from an alarm clock.

ECO TEMP

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These units are manufactured in Mexico by Carrier for BAKER DISTRIBUTING COMPANY which is a subsidiary of WATSCO INC. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation and have a 14 SEER efficiency. They offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 20 kw for central heating and use louvered panel construction which is superior for protecting the condenser coil from mechanical damage. The WPA4 models can either be slab mounted or easily field converted for rooftop installation while the WJA4 models are dedicated slab mount units. They are relatively loud in operation with sound levels roughly equivalent to that of an alarm clock and the guarantee is not as good as many other brands.

ENERGI AIR ELITE SERIES

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These air conditioners are made by GOODMAN MANUFACTURING which is a part of DAIKIN GLOBAL. The units have all aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They use louvered metal panels to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage which is superior to brands that use wire grilles. They are backed by a good guarantee but are only sold through an authorized dealer network. The APC14H and APC15H models are for slab mounting with the APC15H models having a much better warranty and a higher 15 SEER efficiency. The APC14M models can be converted to either horizontal or vertical air discharge for either roof or slab mounting.

ENERGI AIR SYSTEMS

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These air conditioners are made by GOODMAN MANUFACTURING which is a part of DAIKIN GLOBAL. The units have all aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They use louvered metal panels to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage which is superior to brands that use wire grilles. They are backed by a good guarantee but are only sold through an authorized dealer network. The GPC14H and GPC15H models are for slab mounting with the GPC15H models having a higher 15 SEER efficiency. The GPC14M models can be converted to either horizontal or vertical air discharge for either roof or slab mounting.

EVCON

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made by UNITARY PRODUCTS GROUP which is a part of JOHNSON CONTROLS. They are made in America and sold in the USA through a factory authorized dealer network. The units use stamped slotted panel construction which is cheaper but does not protect the condenser coil as well as units with louvered panels. They have durable powder coat paint and are field convertible from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge). The PCE4 models are basic 13.4 SEER2 efficient units that have variable speed blower motors for quieter and more efficient operation and they offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 25 kilowatts. They have a 74 decibel noise rating which is roughly double the noise from a standard washing machine and the guarantee on the units is only average without a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor failure. The brand does not offer a model that qualifies for the HvacRepairGuy premium and ultimate categories.

EVERREST ELITE SERIES

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These air conditioners are made by GOODMAN MANUFACTURING which is a part of DAIKIN GLOBAL. The units have all aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They use louvered metal panels to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage which is superior to brands that use wire grilles. They are backed by a good guarantee but are only sold through an authorized dealer network. The APC14H and APC15H models are for slab mounting with the APC15H models having a much better warranty and a higher 15 SEER efficiency. The APC14M models can be converted to either horizontal or vertical air discharge for either roof or slab mounting.

EVERREST EXTREME COMFORT

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These air conditioners are made by GOODMAN MANUFACTURING which is a part of DAIKIN GLOBAL. The units have all aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They use louvered metal panels to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage which is superior to brands that use wire grilles. They are backed by a good guarantee but are only sold through an authorized dealer network. The GPC14H and GPC15H models are for slab mounting with the GPC15H models having a higher 15 SEER efficiency. The GPC14M models can be converted to either horizontal or vertical air discharge for either roof or slab mounting.

FRANKLIN

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These air conditioners are made by GOODMAN MANUFACTURING which is a part of DAIKIN GLOBAL. The units have all aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They use louvered metal panels to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage which is superior to brands that use wire grilles. They are backed by a good guarantee but are only sold through an authorized dealer network. The GPC14H and GPC15H models are for slab mounting with the GPC15H models having a higher 15 SEER efficiency. The GPC14M models can be converted to either horizontal or vertical air discharge for either roof or slab mounting.

FRIGIDAIRE

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

These air conditioners are made in Mexico by NORTEK GLOBAL HVAC and the units are only available through dealers in the USA & Canada. All of the units feature all aluminum micro-channel coils that resist corrosion but they use a wire grille with a plastic mesh screen to protect the condenser coil. That does not do very much to protect the coil fins from mechanical damage due to hail or debris from lawnmowers. They offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5-20 kw to provide central heating and have installed filter driers to protect the refrigerant system from the effects of moisture. These air conditioners use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The P94RD models are basic units with a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency but they are relatively loud with a 73 decibel sound rating. The P7RE units are designed for slab mounting with horizontal air discharge and have a 14 SEER efficiency. The P7RF models are premium air conditioners with two stages of compressor operation and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They have a 16 SEER efficiency rating and a compressor blanket for noise control but they are still rather loud compared to some of the other brands. All of the units are backed by a very good warranty that includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure within ten years of installation.

FUJITSU

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in Mexico by Rheem Manufacturing for Fujitsu General and the units are sold through dealers in the USA & Canada. All of the models feature louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage as well as powder coated paint and rust resistant screws to keep the units looking nice for years to come. They have durable scroll compressors and micro-channel coils for a more compact unit. They offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 15kw to provide central heating but they are somewhat noisy with a sound rating of 76 decibels. The RSPM 14 SEER models are for slab mounting with horizontal air discharge while the RACA 14 & 15 SEER models can be installed on a roof (down discharge) or on a slab. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32 and their guarantee is not as good as many brands.

GE

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in America by GE APPLIANCES which is majority owned by the Chinese company Haier. All of the units feature louvered panel construction which is the best way to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage due to objects thrown by a lawnmower or from hail damage. They have an anti-microbial drain pan to resist mold formation and it has a built-in float switch to shut the unit off if the condensate drain becomes clogged. The NP14A models are designed for slab mounting with zero clearance when installing next to a house. They offer optional electric heat kits from 5 to 20 kw to provide central heating but their guarantee is not as good as many brands as it does not include unit replacement in the event of compressor failure. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32.

GIBSON

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These air conditioners are made in Mexico by NORTEK GLOBAL HVAC and the units are only available through dealers in the USA. All of the units feature all aluminum micro-channel coils that resist corrosion but they use a wire grille with a plastic mesh screen to protect the condenser coil. That does not do very much to protect the coil fins from mechanical damage due to hail or debris from lawnmowers. They offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5-20 kw to provide central heating and have installed filter driers to protect the refrigerant system from the effects of moisture. These air conditioners use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. They are basic units with a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency but they are relatively loud with a 73 decibel sound rating and their warranty is not as good as many brands as it does not include unit replacement in case of compressor failure.

GOODMAN

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

The brand is made in the USA and is a part of DAIKIN GLOBAL but they are only sold through their authorized dealers. They feature louvered panel construction which does a superior job of protecting the condenser coil from hail and debris from lawnmowers. They have durable scroll compressors with variable speed blower motors for efficient operation. The units use all-aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. They offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 20kw and the units are backed by a good warranty but they are relatively loud in operation with sound levels of up to 80 decibels. The GPCH3 models are for slab mounting and have a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency while the GPCM3 models can be field converted from roof mount to slab mount. The GPC14M models can be roof or slab mounted and have a 14 SEER rating while the GPC15H units are for slab mounting with a 15 SEER efficiency and a better guarantee that includes a two year unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor failure.

GRANDAIRE

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These units are manufactured in Mexico by Carrier for BAKER DISTRIBUTING COMPANY which is a subsidiary of WATSCO INC. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation and have a 14 SEER efficiency. They offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 20 kw for central heating and use louvered panel construction which is superior for protecting the condenser coil from mechanical damage. The WPA4 models can either be slab mounted or easily field converted for rooftop installation while the WJA4 models are dedicated slab mount units. They are relatively loud in operation with sound levels roughly equivalent to that of an alarm clock and the guarantee is not as good as many other brands.

GUARDIAN

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made by UNITARY PRODUCTS GROUP which is a part of JOHNSON CONTROLS. They are made in America and sold in the USA through a factory authorized dealer network. The units use stamped slotted panel construction which is cheaper but does not protect the condenser coil as well as units with louvered panels. They have durable powder coat paint and are field convertible from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge). The PCE4 models are basic 13.4 SEER2 efficient units that have variable speed blower motors for quieter and more efficient operation and they offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 25 kilowatts. They have a 74 decibel noise rating which is roughly double the noise from a standard washing machine and the guarantee on the units is only average without a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor failure.

HEIL

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This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and the units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. The guarantee on the brand is very good and includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure. The PAD4 air conditioners, a part of their Performance Series, has a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency and a noise level that is roughly equivalent to a washing machine. The QuietComfort Series PAR5 models are premium air conditioners that have two stage compressors and a 16 SEER efficiency but they are relatively noisy with a 72 decibel sound rating. They are backed by a very good warranty that includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure within five years of installation.

KEEPRITE

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This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and the units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. The guarantee on the brand is very good and includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure. The PAD4 air conditioners, a part of their Performance Series, has a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency and a noise level that is roughly equivalent to a washing machine. The QuietComfort Series PAR5 models are premium air conditioners that have two stage compressors and a 16 SEER efficiency but they are relatively noisy with a 72 decibel sound rating. They are backed by a very good warranty that includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure within five years of installation.

LENNOX

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This brand is made in the USA and features compact units that are backed by a good guarantee but it does not include unit replacement in case of compressor failure. The brand is only sold and installed by factory authorized dealers. The LRP14AC is a basic unit with a durable scroll compressor and a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency rating. They have louvered metal panels to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage due to hail or lawnmower debris which is superior to slotted panels or wire mesh. The units are relatively loud in operation with a noise rating of 78 decibels and they use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as R32.

LUXAIRE

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This brand is made by UNITARY PRODUCTS GROUP which is a part of JOHNSON CONTROLS. They are made in America and sold in the USA & Canada through a factory authorized dealer network. The units use stamped slotted panel construction which is cheaper but does not protect the condenser coil as well as units with louvered panels. They have durable powder coat paint and are field convertible from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge). All of the units have variable speed blower motors for quieter and more efficient operation and they offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 25 kilowatts. The PCE4 models are basic 13.4 SEER2 efficient units while the PCE6 are premium two stage cooling units with a 15.2 SEER2 efficiency. They have a 74 decibel noise rating which is roughly double the noise from a standard washing machine and the guarantee on the units is only average without a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor failure.

MAYTAG

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These air conditioners are made in Mexico by NORTEK GLOBAL HVAC and the units are only available through dealers in the USA & Canada. All of the units feature all aluminum micro-channel coils that resist corrosion but they use a wire grille with a plastic mesh screen to protect the condenser coil. That does not do very much to protect the coil fins from mechanical damage due to hail or debris from lawnmowers. They offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5-20 kw to provide central heating and have installed filter driers to protect the refrigerant system from the effects of moisture. These air conditioners use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The P94RD models are basic units with a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency but they are relatively loud with a 73 decibel sound rating. The P7RE units are designed for slab mounting with horizontal air discharge and have a 14 SEER efficiency. The P7RF models are premium air conditioners with two stages of compressor operation and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They have a 16 SEER efficiency rating and a compressor blanket for noise control but they are still rather loud compared to some of the other brands. All of the units are backed by a good warranty that includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure within the first year after installation.

MR COOL

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This brand is made in Mexico by ALLIED AIR ENTERPRISES which is a part of LENNOX INTERNATIONAL. All of the units feature their MHT technology which includes rifled tubing to enhance refrigerant flow and lanced fins for more surface contact between the coil and the air and maximizes the heat transfer to maintain a compact unit at higher efficiencies. They use louvered panel construction which provides superior protection of the condenser coil from hail and other mechanical damage. The units are only sold through authorized dealers in the USA and only have an average guarantee. They are field convertible between horizontal and down flow and have a drain pan float switch that shuts off the unit if the condensate drain gets clogged. This prevents damage to interior spaces from condensate dripping down from the roof. The brand offers an optional electric heat kit in sizes from 5-20 kw and have an insulated anti-microbial drain pan to inhibit mold growth. They use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as brands with R32 refrigerant. The PRPAC14 models are basic air conditioners with a 14 SEER efficiency and a 78 decibel sound rating which is roughly equivalent to the sound from an alarm clock.

PAYNE

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This brand is made in Mexico by CARRIER CORPORATION and the units are available through distributors in the USA and Canada. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32 and they are relatively loud with noise ratings roughly equivalent to a washing machine. They use all aluminum coils that resist corrosion and have a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency. The PA4G has a scroll compressor for durability and a variable speed blower motor for quiet efficient operation. They can be either roof or ground mounted but they use a wire grille for condenser coil protection which does not do as good of a job as louvered panels. The PA4Z units are basic air conditioners that are designed to be ground mounted and are designed for lots that are narrow. They have louvered panels for coil protection which is more effective.

RHEEM

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This brand is made in Mexico and the units are sold through dealers in the USA & Canada. All of the models feature louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage as well as powder coated paint and rust resistant screws to keep the units looking nice for years to come. They have durable scroll compressors and micro-channel coils for a more compact unit. They offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 15kw to provide central heating but they are somewhat noisy with a sound rating of 76 decibels. The RSPM 14 SEER models are for slab mounting with horizontal air discharge while the RACA 14 & 15 SEER models can be installed on a roof (down discharge) or on a slab. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32 and their guarantee is not as good as many brands.

RUN TRU

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This brand is from Trane Technologies and is sold by factory authorized dealers in the USA. The 4TCA4 models are basic air conditioners with a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as R32 but they are backed by a decent warranty that does not include unit replacement in case of compressor failure. They use a wire guard for condenser coil protection instead of louvered panels which is cheaper but does not do a very good job of protecting the coil fins from damage. The units are field convertible from down flow (rooftop) installation to horizontal (slab) mounting and offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 20 kw to provide central heating. The 2 and 2.5 ton models use old rotary compressor technology while the 3 to 5 ton models use modern scroll compressors which are more durable. The units are very loud in operation with a 77 decibel rating which is close to the sound level from an alarm clock.

RUUD

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This brand is made in Mexico by Rheem Manufacturing and the units are sold through dealers in the USA & Canada. All of the models feature louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage as well as powder coated paint and rust resistant screws to keep the units looking nice for years to come. They have durable scroll compressors and micro-channel coils for a more compact unit. They offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 15kw to provide central heating but they are somewhat noisy with a sound rating of 76 decibels. The RSPM 14 SEER models are for slab mounting with horizontal air discharge while the RACA 14 & 15 SEER models can be installed on a roof (down discharge) or on a slab. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32 and their guarantee is not as good as many brands.

SURE COMFORT

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This brand is made in Mexico by Rheem Manufacturing and the units are sold through dealers in the USA. All of the models feature louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage as well as powder coated paint and rust resistant screws to keep the units looking nice for years to come. They have durable scroll compressors and micro-channel coils for a more compact unit. They offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 15kw to provide central heating but they are somewhat noisy with a sound rating of 76 decibels. The RSPM 14 SEER models are for slab mounting with horizontal air discharge while the RACA 14 & 15 SEER models can be installed on a roof (down discharge) or on a slab. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32 and their guarantee is not as good as many brands.

TEMPSTAR

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This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and the units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. The guarantee on the brand is very good and includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure. The PAD4 air conditioners, a part of their Performance Series, has a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency and a noise level that is roughly equivalent to a washing machine. The QuietComfort Series PAR5 models are premium air conditioners that have two stage compressors and a 16 SEER efficiency but they are relatively noisy with a 72 decibel sound rating. They are backed by a very good warranty that includes unit replacement in case of compressor failure within five years of installation.

TRANE

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This brand is sold by factory authorized dealers in the USA and Canada. The XR13.4c units use full louvered metal panel construction to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage. They have a durable appliance-grade finish as well as rust-resistant screws to keep the units looking good for many years. The units use all aluminum spine fin coils that are efficient at transferring heat and highly resistant to corrosion but they are harder to keep clean which can lower overall system performance. The guarantee on the units is pretty good but they only offer basic models that use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32.

WEATHER MAKER

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This brand is made in Mexico by CARRIER CORPORATION and the units are available through distributors in the USA. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32 and they are relatively loud with noise ratings roughly equivalent to a washing machine. They use all aluminum coils that resist corrosion and have a 13.4 SEER2 efficiency. The PA4Z units are basic air conditioners that are designed to be ground mounted and are designed for lots that are narrow. They have louvered panels for coil protection which is more effective than brands that use wire grilles.

YORK

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This brand is made by UNITARY PRODUCTS GROUP which is a part of JOHNSON CONTROLS. They are made in America and sold in the USA & Canada through a factory authorized dealer network. The units use stamped slotted panel construction which is cheaper but does not protect the condenser coil as well as units with louvered panels. They have durable powder coat paint and are field convertible from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge). All of the units have variable speed blower motors for quieter and more efficient operation and they offer optional electric heat kits in sizes from 5 to 25 kilowatts. The PCE4 models are basic 13.4 SEER2 efficient units while the PCE6 are premium two stage cooling units with a 15.2 SEER2 efficiency. They have a 74 decibel noise rating which is roughly double the noise from a standard washing machine and the guarantee on the units is only average without a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor failure.

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