A plain 10,000 BTU unit for a living room where noise and smart features don’t matter. Inverter models cost a bit more and run quieter and cheaper.
Amazon $359
A plain, no-frills 10,000 BTU unit for a living room. Inverter models from Keystone or TCL cost about the same and run quieter and cheaper.
- 10,000 BTUCooling
- 450 sq ftRoom size
- 55 to 59 dBNoise
- 1 yearsWarranty
Price checked October 22, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Simple, proven fixed-speed unit from a big appliance brand
- Remote, timer and sleep mode included
- Fits a 450 sq ft room
- Not ENERGY STAR; costs more to run than inverter units
- Fairly loud even on low (55 dBA rated)
- Heavy at 64 lb, a two-person install
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Specifications
| Model number | WHAW101CW |
|---|---|
| Cooling | |
| Type | Window |
| Certified capacity | 10,000 BTU |
| Room size (maker) | 450 sq ft |
| Inverter compressor | No |
| Heat | No |
| Dehumidifying | 50.6 pints/day |
| Noise | 55 to 59 dB |
| Efficiency and power | |
| ENERGY STAR | No |
| Power | 826 W |
| Voltage | 115 V |
| Current | 7.3 A |
| Refrigerant | R-32 |
| Controls and fit | |
| Wi-Fi app | No |
| Remote | Yes |
| Dimensions | 14.7 x 21.5 x 19.8 in |
| Weight | 63.9 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years |
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