How loud is the Windmill The Windmill AC 8K (08W2Wi)?

42 dB(A) indoors, about as loud as a quiet library.

How energy-efficient is the Windmill The Windmill AC 8K (08W2Wi)?

Its efficiency rating is CEER 15, and it is ENERGY STAR certified.

What size room does the Windmill The Windmill AC 8K (08W2Wi) cool?

It is rated to cool a room up to 350 sq ft (8,000 BTU · 2.3 kW).

Do I need a professional to install the Windmill The Windmill AC 8K (08W2Wi)?

No. It is a window unit you can fit yourself, no professional needed. Usually no permit.

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The Windmill AC 8K (08W2Wi)

Name: Windmill The Windmill AC 8K (08W2Wi)
Brand: Windmill
Price: 459.99 USD
Availability: InStock

8,000 BTU Windmill window AC rated CEER 15 and Energy Star certified, a design-focused, quiet unit for rooms up to 350 sq ft with app and voice control.

$459.99

Live price at Sylvane

Price checked Sep 24, 2026

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Running costest.

~$75/year

Estimated from ENERGY STAR's published annual energy use at about 750 hours of cooling a year (the DOE test standard) and the US average electricity price of 18.44¢/kWh (U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly Table 5.6.A (residential average, May 2026)). A standardized figure for comparison; your real cost depends on how much you run it, your local rate and your climate.

Local rates vary widely (about 15¢/kWh in Florida to 33¢ in California), and hotter regions run their AC more hours, so your real cost differs.

At a glance

Best for design-conscious renters wanting a quiet, app-controlled unit.

Cooling

2.3 kW

Size

Average

Noise

42 dB

Moderate

Install: Self-fit, no pro neededPermission: Usually no permit

Performance

Cooling capacity: 8,000 BTU · 2.3 kW
Heating capacity: Cooling only
Room coverage: up to 350 sq ft
Energy Star: Yes
CEER: 15
Annual energy (cooling): 400 kWh

Noise, size & features

Model number: 08W2Wi
Indoor noise: 42 dB(A)about as loud as a quiet library
Outdoor noise: Not published
Indoor unit: 13.3 x 19.3 x 22.5 in (HxWxD)
Outdoor unit: None
Refrigerant: R-32
Wi-Fi / app: Yes
Outdoor unit needed: No

What is good

Design-forward unit with side air vents and a quiet starting point around 42 dB
CEER 15, Energy Star certified, R-32 refrigerant
Easy install kit and washable filter, app and Alexa control
Auto-dimming display and threshold-based smart features

What to watch

Standard window mount, not a saddle U-shape
Premium price for the capacity
Coverage rated to about 350 sq ft, modest for the price

Installation & the rules that apply

This is a window unit. No EPA Section 608 technician is needed: the refrigerant circuit is factory-sealed and never opened. A plug-in window unit needs no permit, so the friction is with your building rather than the government. Many HOAs restrict window units on appearance grounds, though an HOA regulating how you mount one stands on much firmer ground than one banning cooling outright. Landlords can set conditions, and the falling hazard is taken seriously: New York City, for instance, requires window units to be supported by brackets or mounting rails, and many building insurers and HOAs now require a bracket regardless of city.

Installation

Plug and play

Refrigerant

R-32

United StatesUS: local mechanical and electrical permits (vary by city)Reviewed June 2026Permit required

United StatesUS: historic district Certificate of AppropriatenessReviewed June 2026Permit required

United StatesUS: HOA / condo CC&Rs and architectural reviewReviewed June 2026Permit required

United StatesUS: NEC Article 440 dedicated circuit and disconnectReviewed June 2026Allowed with conditions

United StatesUS: window-unit restrictions and bracket/safety rulesReviewed June 2026Allowed with conditions

See all United States rules

Common questions about the Windmill The Windmill AC 8K (08W2Wi)

How much does the Windmill The Windmill AC 8K (08W2Wi) cost to run per year?: About $75 a year. Estimated from ENERGY STAR's published annual energy use at about 750 hours of cooling a year (the DOE test standard) and the US average electricity price of 18.44¢/kWh (U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly Table 5.6.A (residential average, May 2026)). A standardized figure for comparison; your real cost depends on how much you run it, your local rate and your climate.
How loud is the Windmill The Windmill AC 8K (08W2Wi)?: 42 dB(A) indoors, about as loud as a quiet library.
How energy-efficient is the Windmill The Windmill AC 8K (08W2Wi)?: Its efficiency rating is CEER 15, and it is ENERGY STAR certified.
What size room does the Windmill The Windmill AC 8K (08W2Wi) cool?: It is rated to cool a room up to 350 sq ft (8,000 BTU · 2.3 kW).
Do I need a professional to install the Windmill The Windmill AC 8K (08W2Wi)?: No. It is a window unit you can fit yourself, no professional needed. Usually no permit.