Air conditioning, finally comparable
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The short answer, at today's prices
The top pick for each need among US models in stock, prices checked Nov 10, 2026. Tap a need for every option and why.
- Best for a 350 sq ft room$249
LG 8,000 BTU Wi-Fi Enabled Window Air Conditioner LW8024RSM at Electronic Express
- $459.99
- Best portable AC, up to 250 sq ft$339
LG 10,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner at Electronic Express
- $664
- $489
- $659
- $659
- Cheapest real AC$159
LG 5,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner at Electronic Express
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Multi-split
One outdoor unit feeding several indoor units, so a whole flat or house can be cooled room by room with a single condenser on the facade.
Installing in United States
All rules- US: EPA Section 608 certified technician for refrigerantRefrigerant handlingOften blocks install
- US: local mechanical and electrical permits (vary by city)Permits & planningPermit required
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Senville
Aura 18,000 BTU Dual Zone Mini Split Heat Pump 9k+9k
A multi-room split system rated at 18,000 BTU. It heats in winter too.
$1,850
at Sylvane
Package: 16 ft line set
Lowest since Jul 26, 2026 $1,850
Senville
Aura 28,000 BTU Dual Zone Mini Split Heat Pump
A multi-room split system rated at 28,000 BTU. It heats in winter too.
$2,365
at Sylvane
Package: 16 ft line set
Lowest since Jul 26, 2026 $2,365
Senville
Aura 48,000 BTU Quad Zone Mini Split Heat Pump 12k+12k+12k+12k
A multi-room split system rated at 48,000 BTU covering up to 3,000 sq ft in total across the rooms it serves. It heats in winter too.
$4,300
Hardware price
Senville
Aura Quad Zone 36,000 BTU Mini Split Heat Pump 9k+9k+9k+9k
A multi-room split system rated at 36,000 BTU covering up to 1,350 sq ft in total across the rooms it serves. It heats in winter too.
$3,500
Hardware price
Price drops
Air conditioners now at the lowest price in our available history from the last 120 days, down from a price we recorded earlier.
14% offLowest we have tracked at Sylvane since Jul 25, 2026
13% offLowest we have tracked at Sylvane since Jul 25, 2026
12% offPackage: 16 ft line set
Lowest we have tracked at Sylvane since Jul 26, 2026
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