
Mini-splits · Heat pumps · Install gear
Stop guessing BTUs. Size the room. See what fits.
Set the square footage, sun and head count. The ENERGY STAR sizing math runs live, and every system's own cooling, heating and cold-weather numbers are checked against it, from 115V DIY kits to hyper-heat units rated to -22°F.
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94 mini-splits state a cooling capacity
- Cooper & Hunter 6,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- DELLA Optima 9,000 BTU 230V
- DELLA Serena 9,000 BTU 230V
- Temprium 9,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- Cooper & Hunter 9,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- COSTWAY 9,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split, 21 SEER2
- ROVSUN 9,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- TOSOT 9,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- Mountman 9,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- Rellytech 9,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- COSTWAY 9,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- Garvee 9,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- Senville AURA 9,000 BTU 230V
- Senville LETO 9,000 BTU 115V
- DELLA Motto 9,100 BTU 115V
- DELLA Econo 11,500 BTU 230V
- Rellytech 11,500 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- DELLA Optima 12,000 BTU 230V
- DELLA Optima 12,000 BTU 115V
- DELLA Vario 12,000 BTU 230V
- COSTWAY 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split, 22 SEER2
- DELLA Serena 12,000 BTU 230V
- Temprium 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- Cooper & Hunter MIA 12,000 BTU 230V
- Cooper & Hunter MIA 12,000 BTU 115V
- DELLA Vario 12,000 BTU 115V
- COSTWAY 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split, 20 SEER2
- EXNOS 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- ROVSUN 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- Rellytech 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split, 20 SEER2
- TOSOT 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- YITAHOME 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- Garvee 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- Garvee 12,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- Manastin 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- Mountman 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- Nexaro 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split, 19 SEER2
- Rellytech 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- Daikin Entra 12,000 BTU 230V
- LITHZEN 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- Nexaro 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- Albott 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- COSTWAY 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split
- MRCOOL DIY 12,000 BTU 115V
- MRCOOL Easy Pro 12,000 BTU 115V
- Senville Floor Console 12,000 BTU 230V
- Senville LETO 12,000 BTU 115V
- Rellytech 17,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- ActiveTrail 17,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- Senville AURA 18,000 BTU
- DELLA Optima 18,000 BTU 230V
- DELLA Serena 18,000 BTU 230V
- DELLA Vario 18,000 BTU 230V
- Rellytech 18,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- YITAHOME 18,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- ROVSUN 18,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- TOSOT 18,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- Cooper & Hunter MIA 18,000 BTU 230V
- COSTWAY 18,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- DELLA Motto 18,000 BTU 230V
- Mountman 18,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- Nexaro 18,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- Rellytech 18,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split, 19 SEER2
- Albott 18,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- Daikin Entra 18,000 BTU 230V
- COSTWAY 18,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split (FP10154US-WH+)
- MRCOOL Easy Pro 18,000 BTU 230V
- MRCOOL Easy Pro 18,000 BTU 230V (EZPRO-18-HP-23016)
- DELLA Econo 23,000 BTU 230V
- DELLA Optima 23,000 BTU 230V
- DELLA Umbra 23,000 BTU 230V
- ActiveTrail 23,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- Cooper & Hunter 24,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- DELLA Vario 24,000 BTU 230V
- Garvee 24,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- ROVSUN 24,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- Mountman 24,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- Temprium 24,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- Cooper & Hunter MIA 24,000 BTU 230V
- Albott 24,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- COSTWAY 24,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- MRCOOL Advantage 24,000 BTU 230V
- MRCOOL DIY 24,000 BTU 230V
- Senville AURA 24,000 BTU
- Senville LETO 24,000 BTU 230V
- Senville LETO 30,000 BTU 230V
- Pioneer Diamante Pro 31,500 BTU 230V
- Senville AURA 33,000 BTU 230V
- TOSOT 33,600 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- DELLA Econo 35,000 BTU 230V
- Cooper & Hunter 36,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- DELLA Vario 36,000 BTU 230V
- Albott 36,000 BTU 230V Mini-Split
- Senville LETO 36,000 BTU 230V
No single-zone system we cover is in that size range. A larger space usually needs a multi-zone system.
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Everything for a ductless install
Pick a category to see every model we cover side by side, with the specifications that decide the purchase.
Ductless Mini-SplitsSingle-zone systems by BTU, SEER2, low-temperature heating, voltage and DIY install.94models
Multi-Zone SystemsTwo- to five-zone condensers and indoor heads, with which heads work with which condenser.14models
Window and PTAC Heat PumpsWindow and through-the-wall heat pumps that heat as well as cool, for rooms without a split.8models
Line Sets and Install KitsCopper line sets, extensions, flare kits and install kits by length and pipe size.27models
Mounting, Pads and CoversWall brackets, ground stands, pads, line-set covers and outdoor-unit covers.35models
Mini-Split Condensate PumpsMini-split condensate pumps for heads where the drain can't run downhill.6models
Mini-Split Controls and ThermostatsWi-Fi controllers, smart thermostats and universal remotes that work with mini-splits.6models
Cleaning and ProtectionCleaning kits, coil cleaners, filters and surge protection to keep a system running.17models Run the numbers
Sizing, cold-weather and running-cost calculators
Our calculators use the same maker figures as our product pages and show their working.
Rated down to -22°F. Up to 27 SEER2. Every figure straight from the maker, side by side.
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Lists & head-to-heads
Rules stated, rank shown
How Condensus works
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Makers' own figures
Capacity, SEER2, HSPF2 and low-temperature heating come from each maker's or seller's own published specifications. If a maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of guessing.
Sized to your room
Our calculators start from the ENERGY STAR room sizing chart and show every assumption, so you can see why a system is or isn't the right size.
2026, as it is
The federal 25C credit ended for systems installed after 2025, and new systems use R-32 or R-454B refrigerant. We flag refrigerant and electrical work that needs a licensed installer. How we research.