15 MrCool mini-splits ranked. Each one is scored and ranked against every brand in its size, so "#3 mid-size" means third of all mid-size mini-splits here, not third among MrCool's own.
MrCool makes 15 current mini-splits: 3 9,000 BTU, 4 12,000 BTU, 4 18,000 BTU, 3 24,000 BTU and 1 36,000 BTU. Prices run from $1,249 for the MrCool DIY Select 9,000 BTU 115V to $3,569.99 for the MrCool DIY 5th Gen 36,000 BTU 230V. Its best-rated model in each size: the MrCool DIY 5th Gen 9,000 BTU 115V (#9 of 11 9,000 BTU, rated 3.2), the MrCool DIY Hyper Heat 5th Gen 12,000 BTU 230V (#9 of 13 12,000 BTU, rated 3.8), the MrCool DIY Hyper Heat 5th Gen 18,000 BTU 230V (#4 of 10 18,000 BTU, rated 4.0), the MrCool DIY Easy Pro 24,000 BTU 230V (#7 of 9 24,000 BTU, rated 3.3) and the MrCool DIY 5th Gen 36,000 BTU 230V (#2 of 2 36,000 BTU, rated 2.9). Sizes run from 9,000 to 36,000 BTU. All install with quick-connect line sets, with no vacuum pump. 5 of them are on the ENERGY STAR Cold Climate list.
For cold-climate homes where a quick-connect install matters more than price: it holds its full heat far colder than other quick-connect units. Flare-connect units match its cold-weather output for much less.
Amazon $3,173 MRCOOL DIY Direct $3,205Prices were last checked October 21, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
For cold-climate homes where a quick-connect install matters more than price: it holds its full heat far colder than other quick-connect units. Flare-connect units match its cold-weather output for much less.
Amazon $3,173 MRCOOL DIY Direct $3,205For cold-climate homes where a quick-connect install matters more than price: it holds its full heat far colder than other quick-connect units. Flare-connect units match its cold-weather output for much less.
Amazon $2,532 MRCOOL DIY Direct $2,557For someone who wants a true plug-together install with no tools beyond a drill, and a warranty that survives it. Expect to pay well over the price of a flare unit with the same cold-weather output.
Amazon $1,759 MRCOOL DIY Direct $2,370For someone who wants a true plug-together install with no tools beyond a drill, and a warranty that survives it. Expect to pay well over the price of a flare unit with the same cold-weather output.
Amazon MRCOOL DIY Direct $2,910A middle step between MrCool’s Select and DIY 5th Gen: quick-connect and a fair warranty, but it loses much of its heat in a cold snap. Best for mild winters.
MRCOOL DIY Direct $2,109For someone who wants a true plug-together install with no tools beyond a drill, and a warranty that survives it. Expect to pay well over the price of a flare unit with the same cold-weather output.
Amazon MRCOOL DIY Direct $2,330A middle step between MrCool’s Select and DIY 5th Gen: quick-connect and a fair warranty, but it loses much of its heat in a cold snap. Best for mild winters.
MRCOOL DIY Direct $1,487For mild climates and occasional use, where a low price for a quick-connect unit matters most. The short warranty and weak cold-weather output make it a poor main heat source.
Amazon $1,899 MRCOOL DIY Direct $1,899A middle step between MrCool’s Select and DIY 5th Gen: quick-connect and a fair warranty, but it loses much of its heat in a cold snap. Best for mild winters.
MRCOOL DIY Direct $1,599The pricier of the two 36,000 BTU quick-connect units, with a better heating limit and quieter indoor unit than the Klimaire. Neither keeps much of its heat in deep cold.
Amazon $3,569.99 MRCOOL DIY Direct $3,790For someone who wants a true plug-together install with no tools beyond a drill, and a warranty that survives it. Expect to pay well over the price of a flare unit with the same cold-weather output.
Amazon MRCOOL DIY Direct $3,335A middle step between MrCool’s Select and DIY 5th Gen: quick-connect and a fair warranty, but it loses much of its heat in a cold snap. Best for mild winters.
MRCOOL DIY Direct $1,806For mild climates and occasional use, where a low price for a quick-connect unit matters most. The short warranty and weak cold-weather output make it a poor main heat source.
Amazon $1,249 MRCOOL DIY Direct $1,249For mild climates and occasional use, where a low price for a quick-connect unit matters most. The short warranty and weak cold-weather output make it a poor main heat source.
Amazon $1,549 MRCOOL DIY Direct $1,399For mild climates and occasional use, where a low price for a quick-connect unit matters most. The short warranty and weak cold-weather output make it a poor main heat source.
Amazon $1,690 MRCOOL DIY Direct $1,690
