Amana 8,000 BTU Window AC
#18 in WindowFull review
A basic 8,000 BTU unit for a spare room or office. For a bedroom, an inverter model is noticeably quieter for similar money.
Amazon $289.99$289.99
2.5/5
A budget unit for a room up to 350 sq ft where price matters more than noise or running cost.
- 8,000 BTUCooling
- CEER 10.9Efficiency
- 350 sq ftRoom size
- 53.5 to 59 dBNoise
- 1 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$299Check price at AJ Madison$289
Price checked October 22, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Low price for an 8,000 BTU unit
- Compact and light (44 lb) for an easy install
- Remote included
Cons
- Loud for a bedroom (53.5 dBA on low)
- Low efficiency (CEER 10.9), so it costs more to run
- No app or Wi-Fi
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | FHWC083TC1 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | |
| Type | Window |
| Certified capacity | 8,000 BTU |
| Room size (maker) | 350 sq ft |
| Inverter compressor | No |
| Heat | No |
| Dehumidifying | 40.8 pints/day |
| Noise | 53.5 to 59 dB |
| Efficiency and power | |
| CEER | 10.9 Btu/Wh |
| Certified by | DOE |
| ENERGY STAR | No |
| Power | 720 W |
| Current | 8.4 A |
| Refrigerant | R-32 |
| Controls and fit | |
| Wi-Fi app | No |
| Remote | Yes |
| Window width | 23 to 36 in wide |
| Dimensions | 13.25 x 18.5 x 15.5 in |
| Weight | 43.6 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years |
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